color of my car

[n/a]

Hi all what should the correct color of my car be? 11304412005927
1969 280sl auto with both tops, also what type of side pockets did
this model and year have?
Pagoda red

red kelly

[Douglas]

Hello,

We'll need more info than the VIN. What does it say on the data plate in the engine compartment? It should be riveted into the engine bay on the left (driver's side). You have a US model, correct?

Douglas Kim
New York, NY
280 SL #016220

[hauser]

Doug I think Red should also contact MB and get a copy of the build sheet. Provided he doesn't have one.
Red out of all the codes to figure out the paint code is the easiest

1969 280sl 5 spd        1999 ML320          Gainesville,Fl.

[knirk]

Red,
I have a 69 280sl US, and the door pockets are of the soft type. I am not sure if this also applies for the 69 Euro version.

Per G. Birkeland
69 280 sl aut 834
Norway

[rwaw]

Hello,

Mine's a 1969 280SL Euro RHD and the door pockets are of the "rigid" type and located somewhat ahead of the armrest.

280SL 1969 Euro RHD

[n/a]

Thanks all, I'll get the data plate code but mercedes couldn't help
me they said the info is long gone from there system, seems odd.
Pagoda Red

red kelly

[hauser]

Red I have a Euro 69 280sl with the hard pockets.  As far as MB not having the info you can contact MB directly in Germany I'm positive they will have it. When I needed info on my car I contacted the Classic Center here in the U.S. and they found the info almost instantly. I was impressed when he said "yes I have it right here, would you like me to fax or mail it to you" Unbelieveable!

1969 280sl 5 spd        1999 ML320          Gainesville,Fl.

[Douglas]

The info is available from Mercedes. Here in the US, you can call New Jersey at 866-622-5277 and provide your VIN. The process takes only a few minutes.

Douglas Kim
New York, NY
280 SL #016220

[hands_aus]

Hello Red Kelly,

Have a look at this link
http://index.php?topic=1056

You will see the info to contact the MB classic centre in Germany for your data card.

The local UK MB dealers won't have the data card info. Also be aware that all you will receive is a photo copy of the original.
I suggest that you ask them to include a detailed explanation of the codes mentioned on the print out.

Bob (Brisbane,Australia)
RHD,1967 early 250 SL, auto