BEAUTIFUL MERCEDES-BENZ SL ‘PAGODA’ GOES ELECTRIC FOR £400K
Meet the latest classic car to go electric. Best known for converting the Porsche 911 to battery power, Everrati has turned its attention to the ‘W113’ Mercedes-Benz SL.
Known as the ‘Pagoda’ due to the shape of its hard-top roof, the W113 was built between 1963 and 1971, and attracted a host of celebrity owners. The late Sir Stirling Moss was a fan, clearly drawn to the SL’s timeless styling and effortless performance.
Now, Everrati has given the classic Mercedes a modern makeover, with two electric powertrain options on offer, plus the potential for extensive customisation.
A concours-standard restoration
Everrati starts by comprehensively restoring an SL Pagoda to concours standard, with all work undertaken by hand.
The British company has aimed to keep overall weight and weight distribution as close to the original car as possible. The electric conversion is also completely reversible, should the owner change his or her mind in future.
Standard versions of the Everrati Pagoda come equipped with a 54.4kWh battery pack, allowing a range of 160 miles when fully charged. Accelerating from 0-60mph takes less than 8.0 seconds.
For maximum performance, a larger 68kWh battery can be specified. This boosts the maximum range to more than 200 miles, also cutting the 0-60mph time to less than 7.0 seconds.
Driving with one pedal
Maximum power peaks at 300hp regardless of battery option chosen, with a limited-slip differential fitted as standard. The OEM-standard electric powertrain supports AC and DC fast charging, while one-pedal driving provides a modern EV experience.
The interior of the Everrati Pagoda can be finished in low-carbon leather supplied by Bridge of Weir. Buyers can also choose leather hides similar to those used when the SL was first launched.
Custom designed dials are found on the dashboard, with options including a Bluetooth audio system and heated seats.
A future-proofed classic car
Prices to commission an Everrati Pagoda SL start from £330,000 plus taxes (£399,600 including VAT), with the donor car at extra cost.
Everrati CEO Justin Lunny said: “Our redefined electric Mercedes-Benz SL ‘Pagoda’ is the new benchmark for understated, sustainable luxury. This meticulously restored and redefined car is the ultimate two-seater electric luxury grand tourer, a unique proposition that pays homage to the history of the legendary SL, yet is fully future-proofed, enabling it to be enjoyed today – and in the hands of the next generation tomorrow.”
Motoring Research will be driving the electrified Everrati Pagoda soon, so watch this space.
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