Pagoda SL Group

W113 Pagoda SL Group => Drive train, fuel, suspension, steering & brakes => Topic started by: MSmith on February 16, 2019, 02:25:48

Title: 1970 280SL Black finishes
Post by: MSmith on February 16, 2019, 02:25:48

It there any specific information on proper black finishes for coolant expansion tank (brass), air intake canister and power steering cap, etc. There are lots of post stating black...but I would like to know what kinda finish (mat, semi-gloss, gloss).
My eyes are tired from all the searching....any help would be helpful.
Thanks in advance.
Mark

Title: Re: 1970 280SL Black finishes
Post by: doitwright on February 16, 2019, 04:33:12

When you use the search function you will find this has been discussed numerous times. Search dunkel Grau.

Title: Re: 1970 280SL Black finishes
Post by: Shvegel on February 18, 2019, 01:34:46

This is a very low mile 1970 280SL unrestored engine on a car sold by Motoring Investments.  More of a satin black to me.  Be careful of using the brake booster as a guide.  Even on extremely low mileage examples sold by anyone reputable the booster will have been sent off for rebuilding which includes refinishing.

http://historic.motoringinvestments.com/c5%20280%20photo3.htm