The W 113 is a two-seater convertible with a folding roof manufactured by Mercedes-Benz, presented at the Geneva Motor Show in March 1963.
It was also intended to replace the 190 SL and 300 SL types. It was nicknamed the Pagoda due to the optional inward-curving hardtop.
In 230 SL (1963–1967), 250 SL (1967) and 280 SL (1968–1971) versions, with manual or automatic transmission, it was produced 48,912 times.
The W 113 marks a transition from the rounded shapes of the previous model to a simpler style. "Pagoda" was the first SL model in which extensive safety measures were introduced.
The 250 SL followed in December 1966. The engine and brakes are slightly modified from the 250 SE. The specified horsepower value corresponds to that of the 230 SL,
however, at the same speed of 4,200 rpm, a significantly higher torque of 216 Nm is achieved, which is mainly reflected in the improved acceleration performance.
Due to the fact that they were only produced for one year, the original 250 SLs are the rarest examples of the W 113 series.