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MERCEDES 220 S (W180) coupé Ponton 1957 6 cylinders Gearbox 4 synchronised gears Original sunroof Air conditioning Very fine example of a Mercedes 220 S coupé Ponton, a rarer model than the cabriolet as only 1231 were produced between 1956 and 1969. With the particularity of having been assembled by hand, like a Rolls Royce. Great luxury for the period as evidenced by the thickness of the doors, the variety of chrome, the woodwork, the leather and quite simply the look. This example is none other than the official car of a German ambassador who kept it close to him during his various missions in the United States and then in Japan where it underwent restoration work.
This car was the official car of a German ambassador who kept it close to him during his various missions to the United States and then to Japan, where it underwent restoration work. Returned to France 4 years ago, it had two owners in France, including the current one. The car's bodywork is very attractive, the paintwork was redone a few years ago and the overall appearance is good. The seals are also in good condition and have recently been replaced. The chrome is shiny and well preserved. The wheels are fitted with chrome hubcaps in very good condition. A rarity on this car is its original Webasto sunroof! The underbody and floor have just undergone a complete treatment, the expert assessment having revealed a few spots of surface oxidation, which is rather logical given the car's age. The work was carried out in accordance with the expert's recommendations. The engine is an in-line 6-cylinder powered by two Solex twin carburettors, which were recently completely dismantled and overhauled. The current owner maintains it as it should be, and the expert report revealed that it runs normally without noise or vibration. A fan motor has been fitted, and the car has a 4-speed synchronised gearbox, which is quite rare on cars of this vintage. No slippage was noted during the road test by the expert. The brake hoses were recently replaced, and a voluntary technical inspection enabled us to note that the entire system is in good working order, and is assisted.
Recent expenses include the replacement of the exhaust system, the rear axle spinnaker seal and the rear shock absorbers. A circuit breaker has also been fitted. The interior is beautifully presented, with good-looking leather front seats and rear bench. The door panels are also in good condition. The woodwork is well preserved, and the car has that distinctive smell of a car that has retained its soul despite some renovation work. It is fitted with a beautifully crafted bakelite steering wheel, and is equipped with air conditioning, which was also rare for the period! Not only is this coupé rare on the market because of the small number of examples built, it is also rare because of its special features: the Webasto sunroof and air conditioning. There aren't many of these cars for sale, especially in this configuration. So if you're a lover of fine cars that exude nobility, this is the car for you! Voluntary technical inspection Visible by appointment.
