25-Years-Owned LS1-Powered 1969 Mercedes-Benz 280SL

The 1969 Mercedes-Benz W113 SL is currently bid to $10,000 on Bring a Trailer. See Friday's Watchlist AI fair value, deal score, hammer-price prediction, and bidding intelligence for this 1969 Mercedes-Benz W113 SLauction.

This 1969 Mercedes-Benz 280SL began life as a California coupe and was initially modified with a 350ci V8 and a 4L60E four-speed automatic transmission after being acquired by the seller in 2001. It was then rebuilt in 2020, including the installation of a 5.3-liter LS1 V8 with ported aluminum cylinder heads modified to displace 5.7-liters as well as custom bodywork with shaved door handles, flared fenders, integrated bumpers, and frenched taillights. It was repainted Diamond Pearl over custom two-tone beige and tan leather upholstery, and the interior houses a Kenwood Excelon CD stereo with a

• Make: Mercedes-Benz
• Model: W113 SL
• Year: 1969
• Transmission: Four-speed automatic transmission
• Engine: 5.7-Liter LS1 V8
• Drivetrain: RWD
• VIN: 11304412012190