Mercedes-Benz 230 SL ‘Pagoda’ (W113) 1963-1971
The 230 was the successor to both the 190 SL and the 300 SL and was perceived by many as a bit of a compromise. Its unusual roof -lower in the centre than at the edges- soon earned the car the epithet ‘pagoda roof’ because of its similarity with oriental temples.
The W113 SLs were built from 1963 to 1971, starting off as the 230 SL. The 250 SL was introduced in 1969 and the series ended as the 280 SL in 1971.
Specification
1963 Mercedes-Benz 230 SL
Engine
Straight 6, 2281cc
Power
150 hp @ 5500 rpm
Transmission
4 speed manual
Chassis
Unitary construction
Top speed
200 km/h
Acceleration
0-100 km/h: 11 s