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1953 Mercedes Benz 220A Cabriolet
Registration Number: EU registered Chassis Number: 18701201708
The Mercedes 220 series of the Fifties has the stately elegance and engineering integrity so beloved of this company from Stuttgart. The Cabriolet, the most attractive, rarest and most valuable of the series, epitomises luxurious open air Continental touring on a grand scale. The Frankfurt Motor Show in the Spring of 1951 saw the return of Mercedes-Benz to their traditional place in the high quality market with the introduction of the 220 series. Similar to current models, the cars featured six cylinder single overhead camshaft engines, valves being across, not in line, with the head. This unit produced an 80bhp output at a relaxed 4,600rpm, giving an impressive 90mph top speed. Roadworthiness was described by The Motor at the time as outstanding, all independent suspension giving a remarkably level ride on poor secondary roads, yet with good high speed cornering and precise steering.
Finished in light green with a matching interior and a black double duck hood, this classic Mercedes had during its life amongst others 1 owner for 40 years. Being an older restoration, carried out 20 years ago by the Deutsche Museum of Munich, the work has stood the test of time and now has a wonderful patina. Coming to us with fresh TÜV, German H-registration and appropriate documents (German KFZ Brief) this classic 220 A is sure to please its new owner either for touring or participating in the various rallies it is eligible for.
Eine ältere Restaurierung, die vom Deutschen Museum in München vor ca. 20 Jahren durchgeführt wurde überzeugt noch heute von der fachmännischen Qualität. Mittlerweile besitzt der Wagen eine herrliche Patina und überzeugt in seiner Erscheinung. Unter den Eigentümern gab es einen Besitzer, der das Fahrzeug 40 Jahre sein Eigentum nannte. Versehen mit neuem TÜV und deutschem KFZ - Brief mit H-Zulassung ist dieser ehrliche Mercedes besonders für schöne Ausfahrten und der Teilnahme an den vielen Veranstaltungen für Klassiker geeignet. Nach wie vor ein eleganter Reisewagen für 2 Personen und Gepäck !
Estimate: €88,000 - €100,000
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