PAGODA 280SL

PAGODA 280SL

1968 US Version, Moss Green Metallic with Cognac Leather, Automatic

  • VIN: 113 044 12 00xxxx
  • Paint Plate: 426 491 503
    834 G 834 G 6
    11304412 7
    60395 8xxxx
  • Engine Plate: 130.983.12.003xxx
  • Cylinder Head: E 9.5 E 130 016 00 01
  • Camshaft: 180 051 08 35
  • Fuel Injection Pump: PES 6 KL 70 B 120 R20Y （0 408 026 017）
  • Automatic Transmission: K4A025 “GA 280 SE”, Overhauled by the previous owner.
  • Starter: Bosch SR59X
  • Alternator: 0 120 489 901 (Bosch AL74X)

Restoration on the way.

  • Year 2022
    – The alternator belt is tighten because the noise from the belt is getting bigger.
  • Year 2021
    – The crack in the Exhaust pipe which is tentatively cured with putty is fixed by rewelding at the famous local car shop.
    – The AT gear shift bushing is partially renewed.
  • Year 2020
    – A donor MFI pump is acquired from USA as for a new challenge to establish the MFI backup system.
    – An alternative fuel pump system as a back-up of the genuine Bosh pump is successfully established.
    – The new battery Varta is installed as replacement of the dead Panasonic Caos battery.
    – The starter is replaced by the remanufactured Bosch SR59X.
    – The wiper blade inserts are renewed.
  • Year 2019
    The whole brake caliper system is periodically overhauled.
  • Year 2018
    Pagoda SL Group Grille Badge is installed.
  • Year 2017
    – The DIY kinder seat was installed and officially certificated together with the biyearly inspection (nasty “SHAKEN” System). 
    – The full interior restoration commenced from 2013 is concluded, now that a renewal of the armrest cover is done finally.
  • Year 2016
    – The hardtop was semi-refurbished.
    – The softtop was semi-refurbished.
    – The wheel hub caps were refreshed and repainted.
  • Year 2014
    – The radiator is overhauled and the water pump is renewed.
    – The shock absorber is renewed.
    – The whole brake system is renewed.
  • Year 2012-2013
    The engine maintenance is conducted in accordance with Pagoda SL Group tech manual, namely
    – The linkage tour
    – The A/T switch check
    – The compression test
    – The valve stem seal replacement, etc
  • Year 2011
    – The audio system “Becker Europa TR” is upgraded to “Europa II”.
    – Purchased from the vintage car collector in Kobe.