Mercedes-Benz 220 W187 1954
General description :
1954 Mercedes-Benz 220 Cabriolet A: One of Approximately 300 with a 'Curved Windshield'This charming 1954 Mercedes-Benz 220 Cabriolet A is an extremely collectible and desirable car wearing a quality older restoration. One of Approximately 300 equipped with a curved windshield. During 1953 the manufacturer replaced the conventionally flat windscreen on the "Cabriolet A" with a slightly curved screen, this was a way of highlighting the sporting nature of the model. Brown with brown leather interior. Offered with history documenting ownership, maintenance, and the restoration process. A binder of documentation totalling over $41,000 and photographs from the 5 year restoration accompany the car. Recent work includes rebuilding the carburetor, adding fresh fluids, installing a new battery, and new brake shoes. It has clearly always been well maintained and garage kept. This elegant Mercedes-Benz runs and drives well and presents beautifully with good paint, brightwork, and clean interior. A very straight car with good panel and door fit as well as a solid and clean undercarriage. An excellent driver quality example ready for weekend touring. The 1950s was a golden era for Mercedes-Benz, as the marque renewed its reputation for creating luxury vehicles. Mercedes-Benz introduced the 220 Sedan at the Frankfurt Auto Show April 1951 as the successor to the 170S. It had a number of updates, the primary of which being a streamlining of the headlight fitment. They were now faired into the fenders with chrome trim atop. However, the most significant change was under the hood, where a new 2.2-liter six-cylinder engine replaced the earlier four-cylinder engine used in the 170S. This timeless classic Mercedes-Benz 220 Cabriolet A is sure to put a smile on the face of its next loving owner.One of Approximately 300 with a Curved WindshieldDesirable and Collectible 220 Cab AWell-Documented Restoration Stunning Classic Mercedes-BenzOffered with History of Careful OwnershipPrice: $129,500
1954 Mercedes-Benz 220 W187 is listed for sale on ClassicDigest in New York by Gullwing Motor Cars for $129500.
Car Facts
Car type : Car Make : Mercedes-Benz Model : 220 W187 Engine size : 0.0 Model Year : 1954 Location : Astoria Vehicle Registration : Undefined
129500 $
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About Mercedes-Benz
In 1886 Karl Benz built Benz Patent Motorwagen widely regarded as the first automobile. Little did he know this was to be the beginning of the world's most renown premium car manufacturer. -Mind you the venture was financed by his wife Bertha Benz.Not too far Daimler-Motoren-Gesellschaft founded by Gottlieb Daimler and Wilhelm Maybach, started marketing their car in 1901 using now famous name: Mercedes (Spanish for godsend), which was chosen after their distributor Emil Jellinek's daughter.
To make a long story short, Daimler merged in 1926 with Benz & Cie., becoming Daimler-Benz and adopting Mercedes-Benz as its automobile trademark
Although deemed by some conservative the truth is actually quite the opposite, Daimler-Benz history is filled with 'firsts': Honeycomb radiator, float carburetor, four wheel brakes 1924, (although Duesenburg Model A was reported to be sporting them as early as 1922), first diesel powered passenger car in 1936, the Mercedes-Benz 260 D, first direct fuel injection in the Mercedes-Benz 300SL Gullwing (well not really as tiny 2-stroke Gutbrod actually had the first direct fuel injection) ) front and rear crumple zones ie. safety cell by Béla Barényi patented in 1951 and introduced in “Ponton”-models , Anti-Lock Brake system (ABS) was first offered on the W116 450SEL 6.9, first production airbags...and the list goes on.
During its 100+ years Mercedes has produced more than a fair share of iconic cars; SSKL , 710 SSK Trossi Roadster, 770K Grosser, 540K Spezial Roadster, 300SL Gullwing, w100 600 Pullman, w111 280SE 3.5 Flachkühler, w113 230SL Pagoda, w109 300 SEL 6.3, w201 2.3-16 Cosworth to name just a few.
One should not forget the famous Silver Arrows (Silberpfeile) either: W 25, W 125, w154, w165, w196 all of which were more than capable of trashing their opponents on the track.