1965 52-Years-Owned 1965 Mercedes-Benz 230SL 4-Speed

52-Years-Owned 1965 Mercedes-Benz 230SL 4-Speed offered at online auction by Repo Vehicle Holdings. Bank-sourced car with a clear title, VIN history report, no buyer fees and a 30-day return window. Open bidding with the full bid history visible.

It is finished in Light Ivory over burgundy leather and is powered by a 2.3-liter inline-six paired with a four-speed manual transmission. Equipment includes a brown convertible top, a body-color removable hardtop, 14″ steel wheels with painted covers, dual side mirrors, and a heater.

The W113 SL was designed by Friedrich Geiger, Béla Barényi, and Paul Bracq and was introduced to the public at the 1963 Geneva Motor Show. This example left the factory finished in Light Ivory (670). Work during the 2010 refurbishment included soda blasting the body, performing metalwork, and repainting the exterior and engine compartment. Additional work involved rechroming the grille surround and replacing the front and rear bumpers, door weatherstripping, and various exterior seals. Exterior features include a brown convertible top, a body-color removable hardtop, dual side mirrors, and US-specification headlights.

The 14″ steel wheels feature covers with painted centers and are mounted with 205/75 Hankook Optimo tires. Braking is provided by power-assisted front discs and rear drums.

The cabin is upholstered in burgundy and the carpets were replaced in 2010. Interior appointments include an analog clock, a floor-mounted gear shifter, and a heater.