1970 Mercedes Benz 280SL Pagoda

This beautiful Mercedes belonged to a local Midland based customer for many years, Jules Bodycraft were commissioned to do a full body and mechinical restoration. Once restoration was complete it was then sold at a classic car auction.

Vehicle on arrival at Jules Bodycraft

Vehicle being stripped

All mechanical components  removed from the vehicle

Underside of vehicle being stripped

Engine bay being dismantled

Mercedes being shot blasted

Vehicle in etch primer

New inner wing anf bulkhead fitted

Corroded bulkhead and inner wing removed

New floor panel fitted

Inner rear floor pans being removed

Metal work being completed

Mercedes in spray booth, sprayed in primer

Mercedes in final top coat

Completed Mercedes Benz