1957 Mercedes-Benz 220S Cabriolet

A Survivor: 1957 Mercedes-Benz 220s Cabriolet
1957 Mercedes-Benz 220s Cabriolet
Ext. Color: Medium Brown/Ligth Beige - Merceds color code DB442 and DB 441
Int. Color: Brown Beige Leather
Mileage: 121,534 miles
Engine: 2195cc Inline-6 Cylinder (Dual Carb)
Transmission: Column Shifted 4-Speed Manual
Drive: RWD
This survivor, a 1957
Mercedes-Benz 220S Cabriolet. Produced from March 1956 to October
1959, the 220S (aka "Ponton”) was built in sedan, coupe and cabriolet
configurations. The more common sedan had much higher production
figures (~55,000), while only a few thousand (~3,500) coupes/cabriolets
were produced during this run. Of those, only 2,178 were Cabriolets.
This example represents1 of just 1,066of the combined coupe/cabriolet
production for 1957. Highly collectible, it's not known exactly how
many remain in existence, but suffice to say - not many.
This particular 220S, a true survivor, has travelled an exceptionally
well-documented 121k-miles. The original owner's manuals and service
booklet, included with the car, present an impressive record of
maintenance at Mercedes dealerships from new. On August 3, 1957 this
220S (Chassis # 180030107505066) was delivered to Mr. A. Spencer of
London, Ontario, Canada. The original service booklet, which documents
the complete service history from day one with stamps (until the last
available service entry in the booklet). Mr. Spencer otherwise known as Canadian Major General
Alexander Spencer, the original owner of the 220s servced in World War
2 as an engineering officer involved with planning the Normandy
invasion.
The two-tone Medium Brown/ Light Beige paintwork is in good shape overall with deep
shine and gloss. The car is believed to have had a single repaint in
its life, as well as a single convertible top replacement. Chrome
parts, including the large, signature Mercedes front grill are bright
and clean with a light patina. The tan convertible top is in very good
shape and opens smoothly; while the zip-open plastic rear window is
clear without fading or yellowing. A cover is included to neatly tuck
the folded top while cruising with the top down.
The interior presents itself with lovely patina in what appears to be
original condition. The solid wood dashboard is absolutely stunning to
see in person; believed to be all-original, and clearly crafted from a
single piece of wood, it is unequivocally the star of the show inside
the cabin. Settled within the wood dash is a typically 50's gauge
cluster, organized horizontally in neat boxes. The original Becker
radio features in the center of the dash below an analog clock. Tan
leather seating surfaces are soft and supple and show a nice patina on
the upper halves.The interior headliner, a crushed velvet-like
material, is clean and free of tears/rips.
The 2195cc Inline-6 Cylinder fires up quickly and easily, a sign of
its regular maintenance, and comfortably moves the large 220S down the
road. The four-speed column-mounted shifter is easy-to-use and shifts
cleanly through all the gears. In excellent running and driving
condition.
Recent mechanical service includes:
• Stainless steel exhaust
• Fuel tank / Fuel Pump
• Brake lines/hoses
• Bilstein shocks
• Control arm bushings
• White Wall Tires
• Stabilizer bar links
• Intake/Exhaust Manifold gaskets
• Battery
• Oil filter housing
• Fuel hoses and Fuel Pump
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