Description

Interior & Equipment

Hemmels - The Neugeboren Process

Stringent attention to detail from the dashboard through to the stunning trim refinements.
All original instruments removed, rebuilt and re-calibrated.

Navy leather luxury seats, completely reworked and re-upholstered, vinyl trim has been upgraded to skived leather for an exclusive look, feel and presence.

Re-trimmed to the highest standards with no expense spared...

Exterior

Hemmels - The Neugeboren Process

Superior to other restorations:-

Perfect lines, curves and finish, the body is stripped back to its original shell - and starting again.

Stripped and refined to meet Hemmels standards the car has been finished in flawless Mercedes-Benz Horizon Blue with a matching hard top and navy blue fabric roof. Exquisite chrome work throughout.

Standard Equipment

None Glare Rear View Mirror, Door Mount Exterior Mirrors, Hand-Finished Console With Ashtray, Two-Speed Electric Wipers And Washers, Padded Adjustable Sun Visors, Illuminated Heat / Fresh Air Control Knob, Illuminated Glove Compartment And Map Light, Toolkit And Vehicle Jack.

Additional Equipment

Classic Infotainment System, Veko Trickle Charger, Soft Car Cover, Hardtop Roof Stand, Electronic Ignition, Stainless Steel Exhaust System, Leather Bound Over Mats, Hardtop, Four-Speed Automatic Transmission, USB Port.

Wheels, Tyres & Brakes

Hemmels - The Neugeboren Process

Original wheels stripped and fully rebuilt to factory standard, fitted with Michelin MXV whitewall tyres.

All new brake system, callipers hand-stripped, serviced and restored. Bushings and bearings replaced and every appropriate bolt, nut and washer replaced with stainless steel upgrades.

Engine & Transmission

Hemmels - The Neugeboren Process

The mighty Mercedes-Benz fuel-injected, overhead camshaft, straight-six engine displacing 2778cc, producing 168 horsepower.

The engine, gearbox and running gear are fully dismantled and each component assessed against factory tolerance specifications. Only genuine Mercedes-Benz parts are used in the rebuilding process.

Engine Fine Polish Process: Concours-ready finish gives chrome-like appearance in keeping with the original pedigree.
On the road, she performs perfectly, silky smooth four-speed automatic and covered a mere 57 miles since completion... Magnificent

Summary

FOR THOSE WHO DEMAND PERFECTION...

Here we have an exceptional Hemmels Of Cardiff Neugeboren (To be reborn) 1971 Mercedes-Benz 280 SL Pagoda in the original and desirable design format of left hand drive...

Starting life in sunny Florida until hand selected by Hemmels for their Neugeboren (To be reborn) process. After two and a half years of bespoke restoration for the new owner. Leaving the factory after Hemmels final road testing and delivered 23rd September 2020.

Hemmels Mercedes-Benz is held in the highest stature amongst classic car connoisseurs and acknowledged as having the provenance of a new car. The Neugeboren process is simply second to none, and this SL we have today is a testament to their incredible attention to detail and craftsmanship.

THE HEMMELS BETTER THAN NEW - The Neugeboren Process:-

DISASSEMBLY - Our expert team carefully disassembles the original car, tagging and storing key components and assessing the work required to deliver a world-class restoration.

BACK TO METAL - A non-chemical process strips the shell and removes corrosion before we begin metal work. We repair and replace all decayed panels with Mercedes-Benz parts.

ENGINE REBUILD - The engine is entirely disassembled and undergoes a complete nut and bolt rebuild to "as new" condition using only parts supplied directly by Mercedes-Benz.

METAL WORK - Our expert team carefully repair or replace every single panel as required, ensuring the final product is as good as when it originally came off the production line.

PAINT PROCESS - Our proven paint process delivers a perfect finish with base coats, clears, and primers having chemical coherence to ensure protection and presentation for decades to come.

ASSEMBLY - The engine and underlying mechanicals are re-assembled in Hemmels' finishing facility — described in a recent industry article as "surgical".

INTERIOR - The custom leather work and complete interior is created and fastidiously fitted by the experts in our dedicated Trim Shop.

ROAD TESTING - Before delivery to the client, each car must undergo and complete a comprehensive testing program before it can be signed off by our Quality team.

In addition to the above fastidious restoration the following options were added at a cost of circa £21,000:-

US Spec Headrests - Tinted Windscreen - Classic Infotainment System including Satelite Navigation and Bluetooth - Leather Bound Floor Mats - Stainless Steel Exhaust System With Polished Mainfolds - Electronic Ignition - White Wall Tyres - Signature Series Lacquered Package Which Includes The Underside Of The Car Being Painted In Body Colour And Clear Lacquered For Protection.

Upon delivery the Pagoda was extensively detailed prior to being driven by Divine Detail Ltd; Kamikaze Zipang coating applied to bodywork and trims, Kamikaze Stance applied to the wheels, Kamikaze leather guard, Gtechniq smart fabric to roof fabric, ACF50 and Corrosion Block applied to the underside...

The History file contains some interesting documentation from its long term past owners in Florida. The last state-side owner we understand prior to being shipped to the UK in 2018 was Mr Bob Trimple who acquired this SL on 5th October 1983 and owned a respected antique bicycle museum. Various servicing invoices dating back to the early 1990's, Mr Trimple's certificate of registration from October 1983, original 280 SL owner's manual, two sets of keys and the all important Hemmels hardback book with 145 detailed photographs of the car before, during and after the reborn restoration.

A Fresh 12-month MOT will be issued upon sale and of course, this Pagoda is HPI clear with certificate included.
Competitive Finance Packages available. Similar standard classic cars, sports cars and Motorcycles are welcome in part exchange, please ask for details.

Without a doubt, one of the finest restorations we have ever seen. Needless to say, it would stand proud in any collection and is one not to be missed.

Further information plus 153 HR images and a HD walk around video can be found on our website - Please click the link in the heading above or give us a call for a friendly chat.

More Details

Introduced in 1963, Mercedes-Benz embraced mid-century elegance and simplicity with a silhouette that would become the design for nearly all SL (Super Light) models to follow—the W113 SL, or known by it’s nickname, the “Pagoda”, for it’s slightly concave removable hard-top.

With a production period spanning just over eight years, the German auto Haus built three separate mechanical trim levels, a 230 (2.3L), 250 (2.5L) and a 280 (2.8L)—all of which featured a straight-six setup and were available with either a manual or automatic gearbox. With its torquey nature and overall small platform, the Pagoda quickly became Mercedes’ flagship sports touring car.

We will consider any part exchange with funds either way no matter what it is. We have buyers in all fields of expertise, we would consider modern cars, campervans, luxury watches, motorhomes, motorcycles and of course any classic or sports car so just give us a call or drop us an email.
We can deliver any vehicle throughout the UK and Europe using our own covered transport or using one of our vehicle logistic partners, please ask for details.

WE WANT YOUR EXCEPTIONAL CLASSIC OR SPORTS CAR…

WE ARE CONSTANTLY SEARCHING TO BUY SIMILAR STANDARD VEHICLES FOR STOCK

Please get in touch if you’re thinking of selling your classic, sports & prestigious car or motorcycle from any era. We provide a simple hassle free service, we will travel countrywide and visit you at a time to suit you, make an immediate decision, securely transfer the funds and take the vehicle away on the same day.

Why not give us a try? We will consider whole collections too.

All collections and deliveries can be completely contact-free.


ABOUT VIBED CLASSIC CARS

Based in the heart of Staffordshire in a small village near Cannock Chase we are a family run business that provides a simple but satisfying experience of buying a hand-picked piece of motoring history. Our passion for all Classic Vehicles is second to none. We select only the very best vehicles and then present them ready for you to just enjoy.

We are completely hands-on with very high standards sourcing the very best and most desirable makes and models. We clean and detail each and every vehicle, as we're a bit OCD and love enjoying them at every opportunity.

All our vehicles come with lengthy MOTs or for Historic Taxation vehicles a comprehensive pre-delivery inspection so it's ready for you to just enjoy.

Integrity and passion are the cornerstones of our business in creating a truly exceptional customer experience. Whether you are new to the world of classic vehicles or an existing collector, every aspect of our business is geared towards your satisfaction and giving unbiased advice on your chosen investment.

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