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Mercedes-Benz SL (W113)

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9 versions · 9 Gasoline

Engine Fuel Power Production
280 SL (170 KM) Manual 4-speed Selected Gasoline 170 KM 1968–1971
230 SL (150 KM) Manual 4-speed Selected Gasoline 150 KM 1963–1967
230 SL (150 KM) Manual 5-speed Selected Gasoline 150 KM 1965–1967
230 SL (150 KM) Automatic Selected Gasoline 150 KM 1963–1967
250 SL (150 KM) Manual 4-speed Selected Gasoline 150 KM 1966–1968
250 SL (150 KM) Manual 5-speed Selected Gasoline 150 KM 1966–1968
250 SL (150 KM) Automatic Selected Gasoline 150 KM 1966–1968
280 SL (170 KM) Manual 5-speed Selected Gasoline 170 KM 1968–1971
280 SL (170 KM) Automatic Selected Gasoline 170 KM 1968–1971

Selected engine version

280 SL (170 KM) Manual 4-speed

Gasoline · 1968–1971

Engine power
170KM
Torque
240Nm
Engine displacement
2,778cm³
Fuel type
Gasoline
Acceleration 0-100 km/h
9s
Maximum speed
200km/h
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Basic version information

Brand
Mercedes-Benz
Model
SL
Version
SL (W113)
Engine
280 SL (170 KM) Manual 4-speed
Engine type
Combustion engine
Number of doors
2
Start of production
1968
End of production
1971
Body type
Roadster
Number of seats
2
Fuel type
Gasoline

Performance

Maximum speed
200 km/h
Acceleration 0-100 km/h
9 s
Fuel consumption - Combined cycle
11.4 l/100 km

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Engine

Engine model / code
M130.983
Engine position
Front, Longitudinal
Engine displacement
2778 cm³
Fuel injection system
Multi-point injection
Engine type
Naturally aspirated engine
Valvetrain
SOHC
Engine configuration
Inline
Number of cylinders
6
Cylinder bore
86.5 mm
Piston stroke
78.8 mm
Compression ratio
9.5
Number of valves per cylinder
2
Engine oil capacity
5.5 l
Coolant capacity
12.9 l
Power
170 KM @ 5750 obr./min
Torque
240 Nm @ 4500 obr./min

Volume and weight

Fuel tank
82 l
Minimum trunk capacity
340 l
Curb weight
1360 kg
Gross weight
1715 kg
Braked trailer load (12% slope start)
1200 kg
Trailer load without brakes
715 kg

Vehicle dimensions

Length
4285 mm
Width
1760 mm
Height
1320 mm
Wheelbase
2400 mm
Front track
1484 mm
Rear track
1485 mm
Ground clearance
125 mm
Turning circle
10.4 m

Drivetrain, Brakes and suspension

Drive
Rear-wheel drive
Number of gears
4
Front suspension
Coil spring, Double wishbone, Anti-roll bar
Rear suspension
Coil spring
Front brakes
Disc
Rear brakes
Disc
Steering system
Worm and roller steering
Tire size
185 HR 14
Rim size
6 J x 14 HB
ABS
no

Selected engine version

230 SL (150 KM) Manual 4-speed

Gasoline · 1963–1967

Engine power
150KM
Torque
196Nm
Engine displacement
2,306cm³
Fuel type
Gasoline
Acceleration 0-100 km/h
11.1s
Maximum speed
200km/h
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Basic version information

Brand
Mercedes-Benz
Model
SL
Version
SL (W113)
Engine
230 SL (150 KM) Manual 4-speed
Engine type
Combustion engine
Number of doors
2
Start of production
1963
End of production
1967
Body type
Roadster
Number of seats
2
Fuel type
Gasoline

Performance

Maximum speed
200 km/h
Acceleration 0-100 km/h
11.1 s
Fuel consumption - Combined cycle
10.2 l/100 km

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What is a VIN?

Engine

Engine model / code
M127.981
Engine position
Front, Longitudinal
Engine displacement
2306 cm³
Fuel injection system
Multi-point injection
Engine type
Naturally aspirated engine
Valvetrain
SOHC
Engine configuration
Inline
Number of cylinders
6
Cylinder bore
82 mm
Piston stroke
72.8 mm
Compression ratio
9.3
Number of valves per cylinder
2
Engine oil capacity
5.5 l
Coolant capacity
10.8 l
Power
150 KM @ 5500 obr./min
Torque
196 Nm @ 4200 obr./min

Volume and weight

Fuel tank
65 l
Minimum trunk capacity
340 l
Curb weight
1295 kg
Gross weight
1650 kg
Braked trailer load (12% slope start)
1200 kg
Trailer load without brakes
685 kg

Vehicle dimensions

Length
4285 mm
Width
1760 mm
Height
1320 mm
Wheelbase
2400 mm
Front track
1486 mm
Rear track
1487 mm
Ground clearance
125 mm
Turning circle
10.4 m

Drivetrain, Brakes and suspension

Drive
Rear-wheel drive
Number of gears
4
Front suspension
Coil spring, Double wishbone, Anti-roll bar
Rear suspension
Coil spring
Front brakes
Disc
Rear brakes
Drum
Steering system
Worm and roller steering
Tire size
185 HR 14
Rim size
5.5 J x 14 H
ABS
no

Selected engine version

230 SL (150 KM) Manual 5-speed

Gasoline · 1965–1967

Engine power
150KM
Torque
196Nm
Engine displacement
2,306cm³
Fuel type
Gasoline
Acceleration 0-100 km/h
9.7s
Maximum speed
200km/h
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Basic version information

Brand
Mercedes-Benz
Model
SL
Version
SL (W113)
Engine
230 SL (150 KM) Manual 5-speed
Engine type
Combustion engine
Number of doors
2
Start of production
1965
End of production
1967
Body type
Roadster
Number of seats
2
Fuel type
Gasoline

Performance

Maximum speed
200 km/h
Acceleration 0-100 km/h
9.7 s
Fuel consumption - Combined cycle
10.2 l/100 km

Vehicle history report

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A VIN report can help confirm the exact engine, equipment, mileage records and reported damage before you buy.

What is a VIN?

Engine

Engine model / code
M127.981
Engine position
Front, Longitudinal
Engine displacement
2306 cm³
Fuel injection system
Multi-point injection
Engine type
Naturally aspirated engine
Valvetrain
SOHC
Engine configuration
Inline
Number of cylinders
6
Cylinder bore
82 mm
Piston stroke
72.8 mm
Compression ratio
9.3
Number of valves per cylinder
2
Engine oil capacity
5.5 l
Coolant capacity
10.8 l
Power
150 KM @ 5500 obr./min
Torque
196 Nm @ 4200 obr./min

Volume and weight

Fuel tank
65 l
Minimum trunk capacity
340 l
Curb weight
1295 kg
Gross weight
1650 kg
Braked trailer load (12% slope start)
1200 kg
Trailer load without brakes
685 kg

Vehicle dimensions

Length
4285 mm
Width
1760 mm
Height
1320 mm
Wheelbase
2400 mm
Front track
1486 mm
Rear track
1487 mm
Ground clearance
125 mm
Turning circle
10.4 m

Drivetrain, Brakes and suspension

Drive
Rear-wheel drive
Number of gears
5
Front suspension
Coil spring, Double wishbone, Anti-roll bar
Rear suspension
Coil spring
Front brakes
Disc
Rear brakes
Drum
Steering system
Worm and roller steering
Tire size
185 HR 14
Rim size
5.5 J x 14 H
ABS
no

Selected engine version

230 SL (150 KM) Automatic

Gasoline · 1963–1967

Engine power
150KM
Torque
196Nm
Engine displacement
2,306cm³
Fuel type
Gasoline
Acceleration 0-100 km/h
10.7s
Maximum speed
195km/h
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Basic version information

Brand
Mercedes-Benz
Model
SL
Version
SL (W113)
Engine
230 SL (150 KM) Automatic
Engine type
Combustion engine
Number of doors
2
Start of production
1963
End of production
1967
Body type
Roadster
Number of seats
2
Fuel type
Gasoline

Performance

Maximum speed
195 km/h
Acceleration 0-100 km/h
10.7 s
Fuel consumption - Combined cycle
10.2 l/100 km

Vehicle history report

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A VIN report can help confirm the exact engine, equipment, mileage records and reported damage before you buy.

What is a VIN?

Engine

Engine model / code
M127.981
Engine position
Front, Longitudinal
Engine displacement
2306 cm³
Fuel injection system
Multi-point injection
Engine type
Naturally aspirated engine
Valvetrain
SOHC
Engine configuration
Inline
Number of cylinders
6
Cylinder bore
82 mm
Piston stroke
72.8 mm
Compression ratio
9.3
Number of valves per cylinder
2
Engine oil capacity
5.5 l
Coolant capacity
10.8 l
Power
150 KM @ 5500 obr./min
Torque
196 Nm @ 4200 obr./min

Volume and weight

Fuel tank
65 l
Minimum trunk capacity
340 l
Curb weight
1295 kg
Gross weight
1650 kg
Braked trailer load (12% slope start)
1200 kg
Trailer load without brakes
685 kg

Vehicle dimensions

Length
4285 mm
Width
1760 mm
Height
1320 mm
Wheelbase
2400 mm
Front track
1486 mm
Rear track
1487 mm
Ground clearance
125 mm
Turning circle
10.4 m

Drivetrain, Brakes and suspension

Drive
Rear-wheel drive
Number of gears
4
Front suspension
Coil spring, Double wishbone, Anti-roll bar
Rear suspension
Coil spring
Front brakes
Disc
Rear brakes
Drum
Steering system
Worm and roller steering
Tire size
185 HR 14
Rim size
5.5 J x 14 H
ABS
no

Selected engine version

250 SL (150 KM) Manual 4-speed

Gasoline · 1966–1968

Engine power
150KM
Torque
216Nm
Engine displacement
2,496cm³
Fuel type
Gasoline
Acceleration 0-100 km/h
10s
Maximum speed
195km/h
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Basic version information

Brand
Mercedes-Benz
Model
SL
Version
SL (W113)
Engine
250 SL (150 KM) Manual 4-speed
Engine type
Combustion engine
Number of doors
2
Start of production
1966
End of production
1968
Body type
Roadster
Number of seats
2
Fuel type
Gasoline

Performance

Maximum speed
195 km/h
Acceleration 0-100 km/h
10 s
Fuel consumption - Combined cycle
11.2 l/100 km

Vehicle history report

Check this vehicle's history

A VIN report can help confirm the exact engine, equipment, mileage records and reported damage before you buy.

What is a VIN?

Engine

Engine model / code
M129.982
Engine position
Front, Longitudinal
Engine displacement
2496 cm³
Fuel injection system
Multi-point injection
Engine type
Naturally aspirated engine
Valvetrain
SOHC
Engine configuration
Inline
Number of cylinders
6
Cylinder bore
82 mm
Piston stroke
78.8 mm
Compression ratio
9.5
Number of valves per cylinder
2
Engine oil capacity
5.5 l
Coolant capacity
12.9 l
Power
150 KM @ 5500 obr./min
Torque
216 Nm @ 4200 obr./min

Volume and weight

Fuel tank
82 l
Minimum trunk capacity
340 l
Curb weight
1360 kg
Gross weight
1715 kg
Braked trailer load (12% slope start)
1200 kg
Trailer load without brakes
715 kg

Vehicle dimensions

Length
4285 mm
Width
1760 mm
Height
1320 mm
Wheelbase
2400 mm
Front track
1484 mm
Rear track
1485 mm
Ground clearance
125 mm
Turning circle
10.4 m

Drivetrain, Brakes and suspension

Drive
Rear-wheel drive
Number of gears
4
Front suspension
Coil spring, Double wishbone, Anti-roll bar
Rear suspension
Coil spring
Front brakes
Disc
Rear brakes
Disc
Steering system
Worm and roller steering
Tire size
185 HR 14
Rim size
6 J x 14 HB
ABS
no

Selected engine version

250 SL (150 KM) Manual 5-speed

Gasoline · 1966–1968

Engine power
150KM
Torque
216Nm
Engine displacement
2,496cm³
Fuel type
Gasoline
Acceleration 0-100 km/h
9.7s
Maximum speed
200km/h
On this page

Basic version information

Brand
Mercedes-Benz
Model
SL
Version
SL (W113)
Engine
250 SL (150 KM) Manual 5-speed
Engine type
Combustion engine
Number of doors
2
Start of production
1966
End of production
1968
Body type
Roadster
Number of seats
2
Fuel type
Gasoline

Performance

Maximum speed
200 km/h
Acceleration 0-100 km/h
9.7 s
Fuel consumption - Combined cycle
11.2 l/100 km

Vehicle history report

Check this vehicle's history

A VIN report can help confirm the exact engine, equipment, mileage records and reported damage before you buy.

What is a VIN?

Engine

Engine model / code
M129.982
Engine position
Front, Longitudinal
Engine displacement
2496 cm³
Fuel injection system
Multi-point injection
Engine type
Naturally aspirated engine
Valvetrain
SOHC
Engine configuration
Inline
Number of cylinders
6
Cylinder bore
82 mm
Piston stroke
78.8 mm
Compression ratio
9.5
Number of valves per cylinder
2
Engine oil capacity
5.5 l
Coolant capacity
12.9 l
Power
150 KM @ 5500 obr./min
Torque
216 Nm @ 4200 obr./min

Volume and weight

Fuel tank
82 l
Minimum trunk capacity
340 l
Curb weight
1360 kg
Gross weight
1715 kg
Braked trailer load (12% slope start)
1200 kg
Trailer load without brakes
715 kg

Vehicle dimensions

Length
4285 mm
Width
1760 mm
Height
1320 mm
Wheelbase
2400 mm
Front track
1484 mm
Rear track
1485 mm
Ground clearance
125 mm
Turning circle
10.4 m

Drivetrain, Brakes and suspension

Drive
Rear-wheel drive
Number of gears
5
Front suspension
Coil spring, Double wishbone, Anti-roll bar
Rear suspension
Coil spring
Front brakes
Disc
Rear brakes
Disc
Steering system
Worm and roller steering
Tire size
185 HR 14
Rim size
6 J x 14 HB
ABS
no

Selected engine version

250 SL (150 KM) Automatic

Gasoline · 1966–1968

Engine power
150KM
Torque
216Nm
Engine displacement
2,496cm³
Fuel type
Gasoline
Acceleration 0-100 km/h
10.6s
Maximum speed
190km/h
On this page

Basic version information

Brand
Mercedes-Benz
Model
SL
Version
SL (W113)
Engine
250 SL (150 KM) Automatic
Engine type
Combustion engine
Number of doors
2
Start of production
1966
End of production
1968
Body type
Roadster
Number of seats
2
Fuel type
Gasoline

Performance

Maximum speed
190 km/h
Acceleration 0-100 km/h
10.6 s
Fuel consumption - Combined cycle
11.2 l/100 km

Vehicle history report

Check this vehicle's history

A VIN report can help confirm the exact engine, equipment, mileage records and reported damage before you buy.

What is a VIN?

Engine

Engine model / code
M129.982
Engine position
Front, Longitudinal
Engine displacement
2496 cm³
Fuel injection system
Multi-point injection
Engine type
Naturally aspirated engine
Valvetrain
SOHC
Engine configuration
Inline
Number of cylinders
6
Cylinder bore
82 mm
Piston stroke
78.8 mm
Compression ratio
9.5
Number of valves per cylinder
2
Engine oil capacity
5.5 l
Coolant capacity
12.9 l
Power
150 KM @ 5500 obr./min
Torque
216 Nm @ 4200 obr./min

Volume and weight

Fuel tank
82 l
Minimum trunk capacity
340 l
Curb weight
1360 kg
Gross weight
1715 kg
Braked trailer load (12% slope start)
1200 kg
Trailer load without brakes
715 kg

Vehicle dimensions

Length
4285 mm
Width
1760 mm
Height
1320 mm
Wheelbase
2400 mm
Front track
1484 mm
Rear track
1485 mm
Ground clearance
125 mm
Turning circle
10.4 m

Drivetrain, Brakes and suspension

Drive
Rear-wheel drive
Number of gears
4
Front suspension
Coil spring, Double wishbone, Anti-roll bar
Rear suspension
Coil spring
Front brakes
Disc
Rear brakes
Disc
Steering system
Worm and roller steering
Tire size
185 HR 14
Rim size
6 J x 14 HB
ABS
no

Selected engine version

280 SL (170 KM) Manual 5-speed

Gasoline · 1968–1971

Engine power
170KM
Torque
240Nm
Engine displacement
2,778cm³
Fuel type
Gasoline
Acceleration 0-100 km/h
9s
Maximum speed
200km/h
On this page

Basic version information

Brand
Mercedes-Benz
Model
SL
Version
SL (W113)
Engine
280 SL (170 KM) Manual 5-speed
Engine type
Combustion engine
Number of doors
2
Start of production
1968
End of production
1971
Body type
Roadster
Number of seats
2
Fuel type
Gasoline

Performance

Maximum speed
200 km/h
Acceleration 0-100 km/h
9 s
Fuel consumption - Combined cycle
11.4 l/100 km

Vehicle history report

Check this vehicle's history

A VIN report can help confirm the exact engine, equipment, mileage records and reported damage before you buy.

What is a VIN?

Engine

Engine model / code
M130.983
Engine position
Front, Longitudinal
Engine displacement
2778 cm³
Fuel injection system
Multi-point injection
Engine type
Naturally aspirated engine
Valvetrain
SOHC
Engine configuration
Inline
Number of cylinders
6
Cylinder bore
86.5 mm
Piston stroke
78.8 mm
Compression ratio
9.5
Number of valves per cylinder
2
Engine oil capacity
5.5 l
Coolant capacity
12.9 l
Power
170 KM @ 5750 obr./min
Torque
240 Nm @ 4500 obr./min

Volume and weight

Fuel tank
82 l
Minimum trunk capacity
340 l
Curb weight
1360 kg
Gross weight
1715 kg
Braked trailer load (12% slope start)
1200 kg
Trailer load without brakes
715 kg

Vehicle dimensions

Length
4285 mm
Width
1760 mm
Height
1320 mm
Wheelbase
2400 mm
Front track
1484 mm
Rear track
1485 mm
Ground clearance
125 mm
Turning circle
10.4 m

Drivetrain, Brakes and suspension

Drive
Rear-wheel drive
Number of gears
5
Front suspension
Coil spring, Double wishbone, Anti-roll bar
Rear suspension
Coil spring
Front brakes
Disc
Rear brakes
Disc
Steering system
Worm and roller steering
Tire size
185 HR 14
Rim size
6 J x 14 HB
ABS
no

Selected engine version

280 SL (170 KM) Automatic

Gasoline · 1968–1971

Engine power
170KM
Torque
240Nm
Engine displacement
2,778cm³
Fuel type
Gasoline
Acceleration 0-100 km/h
9s
Maximum speed
195km/h
On this page

Basic version information

Brand
Mercedes-Benz
Model
SL
Version
SL (W113)
Engine
280 SL (170 KM) Automatic
Engine type
Combustion engine
Number of doors
2
Start of production
1968
End of production
1971
Body type
Roadster
Number of seats
2
Fuel type
Gasoline

Performance

Maximum speed
195 km/h
Acceleration 0-100 km/h
9 s
Fuel consumption - Combined cycle
11.4 l/100 km

Vehicle history report

Check this vehicle's history

A VIN report can help confirm the exact engine, equipment, mileage records and reported damage before you buy.

What is a VIN?

Engine

Engine model / code
M130.983
Engine position
Front, Longitudinal
Engine displacement
2778 cm³
Fuel injection system
Multi-point injection
Engine type
Naturally aspirated engine
Valvetrain
SOHC
Engine configuration
Inline
Number of cylinders
6
Cylinder bore
86.5 mm
Piston stroke
78.8 mm
Compression ratio
9.5
Number of valves per cylinder
2
Engine oil capacity
5.5 l
Coolant capacity
12.9 l
Power
170 KM @ 5750 obr./min
Torque
240 Nm @ 4500 obr./min

Volume and weight

Fuel tank
82 l
Minimum trunk capacity
340 l
Curb weight
1360 kg
Gross weight
1715 kg
Braked trailer load (12% slope start)
1200 kg
Trailer load without brakes
715 kg

Vehicle dimensions

Length
4285 mm
Width
1760 mm
Height
1320 mm
Wheelbase
2400 mm
Front track
1484 mm
Rear track
1485 mm
Ground clearance
125 mm
Turning circle
10.4 m

Drivetrain, Brakes and suspension

Drive
Rear-wheel drive
Number of gears
4
Front suspension
Coil spring, Double wishbone, Anti-roll bar
Rear suspension
Coil spring
Front brakes
Disc
Rear brakes
Disc
Steering system
Worm and roller steering
Tire size
185 HR 14
Rim size
6 J x 14 HB
ABS
no