Pagoda SL Group

W113 Pagoda SL Group => Drive train, fuel, suspension, steering & brakes => Topic started by: Yi Li on December 31, 2023, 16:29:30

Title: Starter for 68 280SL
Post by: Yi Li on December 31, 2023, 16:29:30

Hello, I need a starter for my 68 Mercedes 280SL. Is SR59X the correct one? The site below shows SR59X only fits 69 - 71 280SL.

https://www.fcpeuro.com/products/mercedes-benz-starter-motor-sr59x#fitment

autozone shows this one fits 68 model. does anyone have any experiences with it? Any recommendation which one to use?
https://www.autozone.com/batteries-starting-and.../starter
Thanks!

Title: Re: Starter for 68 280SL
Post by: BHap on December 31, 2023, 17:22:26

That looks like the correct number based on an OEM part number of 0021517101.  If you have a local alternator / starter repair shop, having your starter rebuilt is an option.  Probably the same cost and hopefully with a more reliable repair..

Title: Re: Starter for 68 280SL
Post by: rogerh113 on January 01, 2024, 16:19:29

I agree on the rebuild - I have done that and it worked out very well.  Also supports a local business that you might need later.

Happy New Year !!!