Pagoda SL Group

W113 Pagoda SL Group => General Discussion => Topic started by: n/a on December 27, 2005, 14:18:07

Title: My eye on a 230SL
Post by: n/a on December 27, 2005, 14:18:07
I called a man selling a W113 230SL but he will not be in town until January 2nd. THIS IS MY DREAM CAR!!!!! And he is selling it for $1800!!!!!! I wish to know what should I look for and what are the main troubles in this model!!! PLEASE HELP ME!!
Title: Re: My eye on a 230SL
Post by: enochbell on December 27, 2005, 15:05:39
If it looks too good to be true, it probably isn't.
There is nothing more expensive than a great deal on an old Mercedes.
I am sure there are many more to add, but all I can say, Odrec, is that this is definately not your "DREAM CAR!!!!!"

Best,

g

'64 230sl, fully sorted out...ooops, spoke too soon
Title: Re: My eye on a 230SL
Post by: Douglas on December 27, 2005, 15:38:18
Here's a detailed primer from one restoration shop:

http://silverstarrestorations.com/113SL.htm

($1,800 would be a low price even for a parts car, so I've got to think this SL is pretty rough.)
Title: Re: My eye on a 230SL
Post by: Kenneth Gear on December 27, 2005, 19:03:23
$18,000 would be a below market price...$1800 is either a scam or a really bad salvage vehicle.

Ken G
1971 280 SL
Silver/red
Title: Re: My eye on a 230SL
Post by: n/a on December 28, 2005, 21:28:26
Well fellas, this is the third world and resale value of vintage cars is $hit.

I have always wanted a vintage Mercedes convertible so I have been looking around for cars in my area. A W111 (I think that was the number) in great condition, running and used as a weekend car by the owner went for $11,000. About two weeks later I saw a W107 hard-top in mint stock condition, and I do mean it, it was in the house of the German ambassador totally restored and given to him as a gift. His wife sold it for $9,000. So a $1800 230SL is probably in not in as bad condition as you may think. Here for car dealers the lower the year number the lower the price. PERIOD.

I have driven past the sellers house but have only seen a W129 and a W123.

I will report back as soon as I see it on monday.

I appreciate your replies and help.
Title: Re: My eye on a 230SL
Post by: Cees Klumper on December 28, 2005, 23:59:19
Where in the world are you located? There may be some other member(s) around that could be of assistance.

Cees ("Case") Klumper in Amsterdam
'69 white 280 SL automatic
Title: Re: My eye on a 230SL
Post by: norton on December 29, 2005, 00:09:21
I'm in Seoul South Koera for the next few weeks if that helps.

Mike Halleck
Chesterfield Mi
71 280SL
68 250SL (parts car)
94 E320 Coupe
Title: Re: My eye on a 230SL
Post by: rob walker on December 29, 2005, 21:03:22
Mike, when do you get to Seoul.

I live here and have been here for the last 3 years, lets get together if you have time.

Odrec, if you are in Korea, I can help you inspect the car..no problem, or meet and give you some guidance, mind you -15C is not the best weather for clambering around under cars!!
Rob

Rob Walker

1968 280SL papyrus white/green leather
2004 230 SLK silver
Title: Re: My eye on a 230SL
Post by: norton on December 29, 2005, 21:12:42
Hi Rob I'm here in Seoul now, staying at the Millennium Seoul Hilton until Jan 21st.  Would this count as the first group event in South Korea?  :D

Mike Halleck
Chesterfield Mi
71 280SL
68 250SL (parts car)
94 E320 Coupe
Title: Re: My eye on a 230SL
Post by: rob walker on December 30, 2005, 17:55:53
Mike, my office backs onto the Millenium.
I am in Seoul Monday and Tuesday next week then in Busan and in Seoul the following week.
Whats your schedule would you like to meet up for a beer early evening either early next week or the week after and yes start up the first Seoul meeting. We can bore each other with our car pixs!!!

Rob Walker

1968 280SL papyrus white/green leather
2004 230 SLK silver
Title: Re: My eye on a 230SL
Post by: rob walker on December 30, 2005, 17:59:15
By the way where did we get the info that Odrec is in Korea as I cannot see this from his messages.
I have seen a black Pagoda on the road and it looked superb, most unusual if there are 2 here!

Odrec great to meet up with you also if you wish.

Rob Walker

1968 280SL papyrus white/green leather
2004 230 SLK silver
Title: Re: My eye on a 230SL
Post by: norton on December 31, 2005, 02:46:11
Rob Korea was just a shot in the dark, I have no idea where our new buddy Odrec is. Monday or Tuesday would be fine,or next week. I'm not sure what time I'm getting off work, may not be back to the hotel untill after 7pm. I'm working at GM/Daewoo, about an hour from the hotel by subway, if you pick a day I can try to get off earlier, hard to belive that I'm half way around the world and there's a pagoda owner next store. 8)

Mike Halleck
Chesterfield Mi
71 280SL
68 250SL (parts car)
94 E320 Coupe
Title: Re: My eye on a 230SL
Post by: n/a on January 03, 2006, 13:08:36
Well, my visit to the owner turned out to be an appointment for several potential buyers that turned into an auction ending in $30,000. Sad thing though, it was bought by a car salesman who basically towed to his lot and placed a price tag of $35000.

Dream on...
Title: Re: My eye on a 230SL
Post by: A Dalton on January 03, 2006, 14:06:11
<<Well fellas, this is the third world and resale value of vintage cars is $hit.
>>

 So much for that theory....
Title: Re: My eye on a 230SL
Post by: glennard on January 03, 2006, 15:55:36
What did Barnum say?  "A **** is born -----"  but, hope springs ----!  Ask yourself, would I have met him in the alley?
Title: Re: My eye on a 230SL
Post by: rwmastel on January 03, 2006, 19:41:55
quote:
Originally posted by A Dalton

<<Well fellas, this is the third world and resale value of vintage cars is $hit.>>

So much for that theory....
Yes, I think even in a 3rd world coutry, it's a global market.

Rodd
Powell, Ohio, USA
1966 230SL, Euro, Auto, Leather, both  tops
1994 E420