Vehicle Description
Motorcar Studio is pleased to offer this 1949 Mercedes-Benz 170S
sedan. After WWII, Mercedes was able to salvage enough tooling to
resume production of its W136 line of vehicles and they became the
company's top selling models. In 1949 they built on the success of
the 170V and introduced the 170S (special) model. The 170S was
longer, wider and better appointed than the 170V and it received a
revised M136 engine, now good for 52hp and a top speed of 122
km/h.
This example was long part of a collection in Europe; it was
restored to a nice standard in Germany in 2007 before moving to
Greece and then coming to the U.S. The Light Yellow (a lovely shade
of cream) paint remains in very good condition over an excellent
body. Trim, brightwork, chrome and rubbers are in excellent
refurbished condition. The interior is trimmed in appropriate
materials and finished to a high standard. Glass is excellent and
shows the correct "Swiss Durex" stampings.
This 170S runs and drives well (see video) and the flathead
four-cylinder makes adequate power. It's mated to a smooth
fully-synchronized four-speed transmission. The semaphore turn
signals are still functional and a nice touch. This Mercedes offers
great value as one surely couldn't be restored to this standard for
the asking price - plus it retains the desirable pre-war
Daimler-Benz styling that draws attention at shows and touring
events alike. Service records, jack, matching spare and warning
triangle are included.
For more information about this 1949 Mercedes-Benz 170 S for sale
at Motorcar Studio in Atlanta, please call 404-692-5250.