In progress
1969 Mercedes-Benz 280 SL Pagoda
Marque
Mercedes-Benz
Year
1969
Duration
6 months so far
Hours
740 hrs
Engine
2.8 straight-six, mechanical injection
Colour
Papyrus White
The story
A California 280 SL with a solid shell and tired mechanics. Rebuilding the injection, engine and interior.
Survey: very little rust, but the injection pump was seized.
Small repairs only: both inner sills and the battery tray.
Work done
- Injection pump rebuilt
- Inner sills and battery tray repaired
- Engine and gearbox out for overhaul
Build timeline
Week by week, from survey to shakedown
Stage 01
Survey: very little rust, but the injection pump was seized.
Stage 02
Engine and gearbox out, interior removed.
Stage 03
Small repairs only: both inner sills and the battery tray.
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