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View Cart1963-1971 Mercedes Benz 230SL, 250SL & 280SL (113 Chassis) Convertible Top and Convertible Top Parts
Top Fabrics: Convertible tops for these models, until 1970 were made of a cotton rayon cloth which is now obsolete. The finest fabric currently manufactured for convertible tops is German Sonnenland canvas. We have scanned swatches of the three canvas toppings: German Sonnenland, Sonnendeck (Twillfast) and Haartz Stayfast canvas. The three are hardly discernible but the manufacturing processes differ such that there is an approximately 10% wear rating difference between German and Sonnendeck and also between Sonnendeck and Stayfast.
113 Chassis: The tops on this page are intended for these models which are "113" chassis Mercedes. These all feature a single rear window. (Later tops had three plastic windows.)
The Wood Bow: There is a wood bow spanning the top frame, under the top, above the back window. This bow must be checked for structural integrity before restoration proceeds. It must accept numerous staples or tacks, and support the back section of the top. The wood bow that we carry is an accurate sturdy reproduction of the original. There are on the market rear top wood bows cut from a single piece of wood rendering it susceptible to cracking because of bad grain direction near the corners.
Count Listings: There were two top frames utilized: ones with three cross bows and ones with four cross bows. The count includes the wood bow above the rear window. Please count the number of bows. We will send you a top with one "listing" (bow attachment flap) for each bow on your frame. Most cars will have four such bows; some have three.
Vinyl Tops: Our Haartz pinpoint vinyl tops are made to original patterns. This vinyl is less expensive than the canvas toppings. It carries the same five year warranty but cannot be expected to last as long as a canvas top.
Covercraft Custom Fit Car Covers
Since 1965 Covercraft has pioneered the market for custom fit vehicle car covers and today are the largest manufacturer of custom-patterned vehicle covers in the world. They have over 67,000 patterns, and are continually growing. Still family owned, Covercraft has always maintained the highest standards, utilized the finest materials and remained on the cutting of manufacturing technology.
Parts in this category (Mercedes Benz 230SL, 250SL & 280SL (113 Chassis)) fit cars for years: 1963, 1964, 1965, 1966, 1967, 1968, 1969, 1970 and 1971.
We a now pleased to offer hydraulic cylinders, hydraulic motor pumps, and hydraulic hose sets. Also, checkout our newly added roof rail weatherstripping seals, front header weatherstripping seals, door weatherstripping seals, trunk weatherstripping seals. Look for extra savings on weatherstripping seals kits.
We are continuing to grow our convertible related products: These include convertible top latches, tonneau covers, relays, switches, rear tacking rails (trimsticks), seat covers, car covers, and carpeting.
