
Mercedes-Benz SL-Class 230SL Pagoda
1963 to 1967 · Convertible · 19,831 built
A 1963 Mercedes-Benz SL-Class 230SL Pagoda cost $6,500 new. Over the past 12 months, 4 have sold publicly at a median of $45,139. The Shifty Estimate for a well-kept example is $50,200. Across the sales we have on file, prices ran from $18,000 to $112,760, depending on mileage, color, and history.
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- Median · 12 mo
- $45,139
- Sales · 12 mo
- 4
- Original MSRP
- $6,500Up 672% since new
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Every W113
| 230SL Pagoda1963 to 1967 | 280SL Pagoda1968 to 1971 | 250SL Pagoda1967 to 1968 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Shifty Estimate | $50,200 | $85,400 | $64,700 |
| Sold median | $45,1394 sales | $81,25020 sales | $61,6005 sales |
| 12-month move | Too few sales to call | Down 13.9% | Too few sales to call |
| For sale | None | None | None |
Specifications
- Engine
- Inline-6, 2.3L
- Power
- 150 hp
- Torque
- 159 lb-ft
- 0 to 60
- 9.3 s
- Top speed
- 121 mph
- Transmission
- Manual
- Drivetrain
- RWD
- Production
- 19,831 built
- Original MSRP
- $6,500
- Designer
- Paul Bracq
Common questions
How much does a Mercedes-Benz SL-Class 230SL Pagoda cost?
A 1963 Mercedes-Benz SL-Class 230SL Pagoda cost $6,500 new. Over the past 12 months, 4 have sold publicly at a median of $45,139. The Shifty Estimate for a well-kept example is $50,200. Across the sales we have on file, prices ran from $18,000 to $112,760, depending on mileage, color, and history.
What is a 1963 Mercedes-Benz SL-Class 230SL Pagoda worth today?
The Shifty Estimate is $50,200. Confidence is high: 4 public sales in a year gives a firm read.
Is a Mercedes-Benz SL-Class 230SL Pagoda a good investment?
It has appreciated 672% against its $6,500 list price. Only 19,831 were built. The caution is spread, not direction: across the sales we have on file, prices ran from $18,000 to $112,760, and mileage explains most of that.
How many Mercedes-Benz SL-Class 230SL Pagoda have sold?
Shifty has 34 public sales of the Mercedes-Benz SL-Class 230SL Pagoda on file. The earliest was on Sep 7, 2022.
What is the most expensive Mercedes-Benz SL-Class 230SL Pagoda sold?
The highest public sale on file is $112,760, on Oct 9, 2026.
What has a Mercedes-Benz SL-Class 230SL Pagoda sold for at auction?
The 3 most recent public sales we have on file:
- $112,760Oct 9, 2026
- $42,500May 10, 2026White · 42,253 mi
- $47,777Apr 20, 2026White · 5,592 mi
About the 1963 Mercedes-Benz SL-Class 230SL Pagoda
The 230SL launched Mercedes-Benz's iconic 'Pagoda' era in 1963, earning its nickname from Paul Bracq's distinctive concave hardtop design. This first-generation W113 replaced the aging 190SL with a sophisticated 2.3-liter inline-six producing 150 horsepower, paired with either a four-speed manual or optional four-speed automatic. The Pagoda's unibody construction and independent rear suspension delivered genuine sports car dynamics while maintaining Mercedes' legendary build quality. Production totaled 19,831 units through 1967, making it the most numerous of the three Pagoda variants. Today's collectors prize early 230SLs for their purity and lighter weight compared to later 250SL and 280SL models. Restored examples command strong six-figure prices, with matching-numbers cars and rare factory options like the removable hardtop driving premiums. The 230SL represents the sweet spot of 1960s European grand touring elegance.
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