Author Topic: Euro 1970 Mercedes-Benz 280SL 4-Speed on BaT  (Read 4169 times)

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Re: Euro 1970 Mercedes-Benz 280SL 4-Speed on BaT
« Reply #1 on: July 01, 2021, 12:58:55 »
Two or three Pagodas on BaT right now.
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Re: Euro 1970 Mercedes-Benz 280SL 4-Speed on BaT
« Reply #2 on: July 01, 2021, 17:18:57 »
The Pagoda is more or less a 'staple' on BAT these days, as is the Datsun 240/260/280Z, Porsche 911 (28 of these live on BAT right now!) and some other usual suspects. So, MikeSimon, your statement is likely correct at any given time!
Cees Klumper
1969 Mercedes 280 SL automatic
1968 Ford Mustang 302 V8
1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta Sprint Coupe 1600
1962 FIAT 1500S OSCA convertible
1972 Lancia Fulvia Coupe 1.3
1983 Porsche 944 2.5
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Re: Euro 1970 Mercedes-Benz 280SL 4-Speed on BaT
« Reply #3 on: July 02, 2021, 11:58:00 »
It is fun to read all the "experts" comments. especially the one from CA. "This seems to be a well sorted (230,250280SL)...etc, etc...
1970/71 280SL Automatic
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Re: Euro 1970 Mercedes-Benz 280SL 4-Speed on BaT
« Reply #4 on: July 02, 2021, 15:45:39 »
Have to agree with Mike Simon. It is indeed fun (and funny) to read the  expert" commentary.
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Re: Euro 1970 Mercedes-Benz 280SL 4-Speed on BaT
« Reply #5 on: July 02, 2021, 19:06:12 »
BAT I think is one of the best indicator of the pulse of the Pagoda market.
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Re: Euro 1970 Mercedes-Benz 280SL 4-Speed on BaT
« Reply #6 on: July 02, 2021, 22:25:23 »
I have bought and sold quite a few cars and motorcycles. I would not dare to make a comment about the condition of any offering on-line, be it BaT or not. Especially there, as there seem to be certain sellers who have built themselves a "reputation". Fancy pictures are quite the hype.
I have not bought anything without seeing it myself.
1970/71 280SL Automatic
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Re: Euro 1970 Mercedes-Benz 280SL 4-Speed on BaT
« Reply #7 on: July 06, 2021, 14:01:34 »
There are two sides to every coin.
I love BaT. There, I said it.
Where else can you sell a 50 year old car in a week if you have a realistic reserve?
BaT has changed the hobby for me.
I've sold 2 cars on BaT (Pagoda and 911 Carrera targa) and I bought one on BaT (Carrera coupe). One of the sales and the purchase were "RNM" - reserve not met) but deals were struck within a few days for both. And when RNM, nobody pays the BaT fee. BaT has changed the hobby/business for many people.
It used to be fun to buy old cars, and a real pain in the butt to sell them.
Now it is easy to sell, as I said, as long as you are realistic.
And hey, I'm one of those "experts" on BaT, so take it easy on me.  ;D
It sounds like BaT is not for some of you, but it is for lots and lots and lots of other people. Just look at how they have grown.
They changed the industry.
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Re: Euro 1970 Mercedes-Benz 280SL 4-Speed on BaT
« Reply #8 on: July 06, 2021, 17:36:57 »
I plan to sell a few cars on BAT later this year, for the first time. Possibly 4 and I am considering the 'no reserve' route for all. It seems like a very good proposition to get your offering the most exposure possible.
Cees Klumper
1969 Mercedes 280 SL automatic
1968 Ford Mustang 302 V8
1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta Sprint Coupe 1600
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Re: Euro 1970 Mercedes-Benz 280SL 4-Speed on BaT
« Reply #9 on: July 07, 2021, 22:35:39 »
This must be a couple of terrible days for the W113 experts who "live" on BaT. As of the time of this writing there is not a single 230/250/280SL on BaT. Not a single "seemingly well sorted example"
What a pity.
1970/71 280SL Automatic
Sandy Beige
Parchment Leather
Power Steering
Automatic
Hardtop
Heated Tinted Rear Window
German specs
3rd owner