Description
Magnificent 1966 European Mercedes 230 SL (W113), blue on black leather, 4-speed manual gearbox. 1st registered on 06/ 07/ 1966. Car purchased in Brussels (with original purchase invoice available) with rear compartment.
The car has been fully restored by a specialist: - Bare body (stripped) - Chassis and running gear - Removal and rebuilding of engine - Bodywork: sandblasting, sanding, anti-corrosion treatment etc. - Paintwork (respecting the original blue tint) - Connectors - Chrome and fittings - Complete interior: leather, woodwork, chrome, period equipment, counters etc. - Blue hard top and black soft top (as new).
A full restoration file is supplied with the car. The car has a full history including: - The original purchase invoice from 1966 (Mercedes Europa Automobile in Brussels) - The Mercedes service booklet with service stamps and original SL230 owner's manual (both nicely patinated) - The 1st registration certificate (as well as other certificates attesting to the car's history) - Numerous service and technical inspection invoices, attesting to the car's history and mileage.
The current owner purchased the car from the son of the vehicle's first owner - held by the same family for many years. Key points: - 1st registration: 06/ 07/ 1966 - Matching numbers - Chassis number: the details below - Engine number: the details below - Ready to drive This fully restored SL 230 is the ideal car to enjoy an iconic "oldtimer" that is both fun to drive and reliable, while having the reassurance of its origins thanks to its complete history.
