1970 Mercedes-Benz 280SL | Derby, Derbyshire

A 1970 Mercedes-Benz 280SL, the W113 roadster nicknamed the Pagoda because its hardtop dips gently in the middle. It is liked for its upright, elegant lines and light, airy cabin. The 280SL was the 2.8-litre car in the range, built from 1967 to 1971. This car is white with a black interior and in excellent condition, its chrome trim standing out against the paintwork. Slim pillars and large windows keep the two occupants easy to see from outside. Under the bonnet sits a 2.8-litre inline-six with Bosch mechanical fuel injection, and the car has power steering, four-wheel disc brakes and a rigid passenger cell with crumple zones. Film, TV and music video crews get a period-correct 1970 profile that also sits comfortably against contemporary luxury backdrops. Photography, fashion and editorial shoots benefit from white paintwork that takes the light well, and advertising work from windows that show the people inside. Weddings and special days suit its elegance too. It is based in Derby, Derbyshire.