1954 Mercedes-Benz 220 Cabriolet A
Chassis No. 187 012-45-00427
One of Only 1,278 Examples Produced
Exceptionally Well Documented Provenance, From Over 40 Years of
Previous Ownership
Offered with Mercedes-Benz DataCard and Early Documentation
Desirable Curved Windshield Year Model
Recent Professional Detailing & Mechanical Sorting
Includes Original 1954 German Registration / Log Book & All Import
Documents
Accompanied by Original Records, Jack, Spare & Accessories
As World War II ended, Daimler-Benz AG was in precarious health. In
1951, an upscale modernization of the 170 bowed as the 220 series,
with the internal company designation of W187. Styling was similar
to the 170, but its headlamps were faired into the front fenders
instead of free-standing, giving the car a more up-to-date
appearance. The engine, however, was completely new. It was novel
not only in its architecture but also for its dimensions. The
"short-stroke" was unusual in Europe at the time, but became the
mainstay of Mercedes-Benz's line, and derivatives remained in
production until the 1970s. More than 16,000 Mercedes-Benz 220s
were sedans, but more discerning buyers also had the option of
ordering a two-three seat Cabriolet A or a full four-seat Cabriolet
B. Just 1,278 people opted for the "A" version.
A STUNNING EXAMPLE
187 012-45-00427 was dispatched on August 21, 1954, wearing
nitrocellulose Black paintwork and Black fabric top, over "Special
Upholstery" Light Green Epingl� fabric with Reseda Green leather
piping and Becker Mexico radio with antenna. The Cabriolet A was
ordered new by Gunther Timmerman, as recorded on the Mercedes-Benz
DataCard and scribed in the vehicle's Kraftfahrzeugbrief
(Registration / Log Book), Nr. 6454422. Hans Eilken BMW was next to
care for the 220, before Mr. Piekel of Oldenburg. Georg Schwarting
took possession in September 1958. 18 years later, Georg Schwarting
(Daimler-Benz) sold the car to Mr. and Mrs. Bennett of
Massachusetts in September of 1976. Immediately following, the car
shipped from Bremen to Boston, where it would reside in nearby
Winchester under single ownership for the following 42 years. In
addition to the original Kraftfahrzeugbrief, the 220 benefits from
an excellent recorded history and is accompanied by ALL original
purchase, shipping and customs paperwork from 1976, along with
correspondence letters between Georg Schwarting and Mr.
Bennett.
After 30+ years of enjoyment, the Cabriolet A was due for cosmetic
freshening, so in early 2008 the Mercedes-Benz was sent to
Illinois, where it was subjected to a yearlong cosmetic
restoration, including metalwork, paint, chrome, trim, rubbers and
upholstery - a $42,000 investment. 10 years past, the car still
shows beautifully and can proudly shown. A recent mechanical
inspection and tune-up, along with correct as delivered 6.40x15
tires was just performed. It comes complete with early records,
restoration invoices, original German Operating Manual,
reproduction English manual and parts catalogs - in addition to an
emergency triangle, jack, tire iron, luggage straps and
original/unrestored spare tire assembly. A particularly rare find -
especially on this side of the pond, this incredibly elegant 1954
Mercedes-Benz 220 Cabriolet A from many years of documented
ownership is now available from our Houston, Texas showroom for
worldwide purchase and delivery.
$168,500.00
Offers Welcomed
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department at (281) 497-1000 or
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