Mercedes-Benz 280 SL

Mercedes-Benz 280 SL
Mercedes-Benz
1967 Production Car
Germany
Engine
2.8L Naturally-Aspirated I6
180 bhp (134 kW), 193 lb⋅ft (262 N·m)
Layout
Front-Engined, Rear-Wheel Drive
5-speed Transmission
Weight
3120 lbs (1415 kg)
53%F/47%R
0.058 hp/lb (0.095 kW/kg)

"Mercedes-Benz SL line has generations of amazing sports cars with a legacy has spawned amazing pieces through several generations. The last model to enter the SL lineup was convertible like no other, the 280 SL was nicknamed the “Pagoda” after its iconic roof styling. The 280 SL was fitted with a 2.8 - liter straight six engine, ideal for the person looking to spice up their weekends or their trips to work. Who knows, a cheeky engine swap and some other modifications and you might have your hands into a racer capable of going toe-to-toe with modern GT cars. Start tweaking, driving, and racing the Mercedes-Benz 280 SL unlocking it on the third week of Community Choice."

—Official description (Forza Horizon 5)

The 1967 Mercedes-Benz 280 SL - abbreviated as "M-B 280 SL" - is a rear-wheel drive roadster by Mercedes-Benz.

It appears in Forza Motorsport 6 as part of the Meguiar's Car Pack and in all subsequent main series titles except Forza Motorsport (2023).

It appears in Forza Horizon 4 as part of Update 5 and in Forza Horizon 5 as part of Series 29.

Synopsis

The Mercedes-Benz 280 SL is the top-of-the-line model of the W113 series, the second model generation of the Mercedes-Benz SL. It was produced from 1967 until 1971, and features a 2.8 liter inline-six engine with 180 hp (134 kW).

Statistics

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	Speed 4.9 Handling 3.6 Acceleration 6.0 Braking 3.5	E 273
Required DLC: Requires the Meguiar's Car Pack
Unlock Requirements Car Dealer: Purchase from the car dealer for 60,000 CR
Performance & Division Division: Vintage Touring Speed: Top Speed: 130.4 mph  (209.8 km/h) Acceleration: 0-60 mph (0-97 km/h): 10.000 secs. 0-100 mph (0-161 km/h): 23.500 secs. Braking: 60-0 mph (97-0 km/h): 141.2 ft (43 m) 100-0 mph (161-0 km/h): 358.8 ft (109.4 m) Lateral Gs: 60 mph (97 km/h): 0.96 g 120 mph (193 km/h): 0.87 g

	Speed 4.9 Handling 3.8 Acceleration 6.0 Braking 3.6 Uncommon	E 276
Unlock Requirements Unlock: Purchase from the car dealer for 95,000 CR
Performance & Division Division: Vintage Sport Compact Collection Tier: Tier 2 - Uncommon (+170) Speed: Top Speed: missing data 1/4 Mile: missing data Acceleration: 0-60 mph (0-97 km/h): missing data 0-100 mph (0-161 km/h): missing data Braking: 60-0 mph (97-0 km/h): missing data 100-0 mph (161-0 km/h): missing data Lateral Gs: 60 mph (97 km/h): missing data 120 mph (193 km/h): missing data

	Speed 4.8 Handling 3.9 Acceleration 6.1 Launch 6.1 Braking 3.0	D 309
Unlock Requirements Autoshow: Purchase from the Autoshow for 115,000 CR Auction House: Can be purchased or bid on through an Auction House listing
Performance & Championship Championship: Classic Racers Speed: Top Speed: 129.8 mph  (208.8 km/h) Acceleration: 0-60 mph (0-97 km/h): 10.042 secs. 0-100 mph (0-161 km/h): 23.556 secs. Braking: 60-0 mph (97-0 km/h): 190.4 ft (58 m) 100-0 mph (161-0 km/h): 472.5 ft (144 m) Lateral Gs: 60 mph (97 km/h): 0.71 g 120 mph (193 km/h): 0.71 g

	Speed 5.6 Handling 4.6 Acceleration 4.8 Launch 7.0 Braking 4.8	D 448
Unlock Requirements Hard-to-Find: A "Hard-to-Find" vehicle that can not be purchased from the Autoshow Auction House: Can be purchased or bid on through an Auction House listing Backstage: Can be acquired by redeeming a pass at the Horizon Backstage Seasonal: This vehicle may appear as a listed item in the Forzathon Shop or as a Festival Playlist reward. Forzathon Shop: Series 21 (Autumn) for 600 FP Festival Playlist: Series 5 (Autumn) - "Running Start" championship Series 8 (Autumn) - 80% season completion Series 12 (Summer) - 80% season completion Series 18 (Autumn) - "Autumn Games" Playground Games Series 42 (Summer) - 80% season completion Series 54 (Summer) - 80% season completion Series 64 (Summer) - 80% season completion Series 73 (Summer) - 80% season completion
Performance & Car Type Car Type: Rare Classics Value: 150,000 CR Rarity: Rare Speed: Top Speed: 129.5 mph  (208.4 km/h) Acceleration: 0-60 mph (0-97 km/h): 10.038 secs. 0-100 mph (0-161 km/h): 23.573 secs. Braking: 60-0 mph (97-0 km/h): 190.1 ft (57.9 m) 100-0 mph (161-0 km/h): 468.7 ft (142.9 m) Lateral Gs: 60 mph (97 km/h): 0.72 g 120 mph (193 km/h): 0.71 g

	Speed 4.7 Handling 4.0 Accel 2.9 Launch 4.0 Braking 2.8 Offroad 6.0	D 478
Availability Hard-to-Find: A possible Festival Playlist or Forzathon Shop listing Wheelspin: Can not be won from a Wheelspin or Super Wheelspin Auction House: Can be purchased or bid on through an Auction House listing Backstage: Can be acquired by redeeming a pass at the Horizon Backstage Seasonal: This vehicle may appear as a listed item in the Forzathon Shop or as a Festival Playlist reward. Forzathon Shop: N/A Festival Playlist: Series 29 (Winter) - Earn 40 PTS (season milestone)
Performance & Car Type Car Type: Rare Classics Value: 250,000 CR Rarity: Rare Speed: Top Speed: 129.1 mph  (207.7 km/h) Acceleration: 0-60 mph (0-97 km/h): 10.107 secs. 0-100 mph (0-161 km/h): 23.592 secs. Braking: 60-0 mph (97-0 km/h): 163.4 ft (49.8 m) 100-0 mph (161-0 km/h): 402.8 ft (122.8 m) Lateral Gs: 60 mph (97 km/h): 0.78 g 120 mph (193 km/h): 0.78 g

Conversions

	Conversion - Drivetrain
	AWD
	AWD Drivetrain
	AWD Drivetrain
	AWD Drivetrain

	Conversion - Aspiration
	Single Turbo, Centrifugal Supercharger
	Single Turbo, Centrifugal Supercharger
	Single Turbo, Centrifugal Supercharger
	Single Turbo, Centrifugal Supercharger

Trivia

• It appears in-game in all titles with a permanently open roof.
• The 280 SL is featured in the Forza series as a North American market model as seen by the bumpers, whitewall tires and lights.

Gallery

Forza Motorsport 7
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Forza Motorsport 7
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Forza Horizon 3
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Forza Horizon 3
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Forza Horizon 4
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Forza Horizon 4
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Promotional

Forza Motorsport 6

Forza Horizon 5

Forzavista

Interior
Forza Horizon 4

Dashboard
Forza Horizon 4

Engine
Forza Horizon 4

Trunk
Forza Horizon 4