1960 Mercedes-Benz 220SE "Ponton" Cabriolet (W128)SOLD
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The 220SE Convertible is a fuel-injected version of the 220S, built at the end of the production run, 1958 through 1960. About 1,100 examples were made.

The cars were fast and luxurious for their time, with the improved overhead-cam six giving 134 hp in this new version. They were also expensive, costing almost double the price of a 220SE sedan. Built on a stationary assembly platform, the coupes and convertibles were possibly the last hand-assembled Mercedes production cars. The chrome trim, for example, was made of solid brass, hand-fitted to each car, then removed for plating. The wood trim presented the most lavish treatment in any Mercedes car, before or since. A properly-restored 220SE will cruise at highway speeds all day long., giving a level of quiet comfort and reliability expected in contemporary cars. These are the finest tour cars we know of.

This car was purchased new in California in 1961. The second owner acquired it from his mother¹s estate, and had a thorough restoration done in California in 1993-94. In 1994 it went into a collection, and was driven just 6,000 miles before we purchased it in 2006. The restoration included refinishing the factory rosewood trim, engine overhaul, body, soft top, chrome, paint, and trim, as well as mechanical overhauls of all needed components. We have just completed a service and mechanical updating to include stainless steel exhaust, fuel system, radial tires, and detailing for show.

Documentation includes the original bill of sale, window sticker from Mercedes-Benz, restoration summary, restoration progress photos, service records, and original owner¹s manual.

This is an opportunity to acquire a documented original example with a superb restoration done for an owner who was dedicated to preserving the car.

Reference Number 4106

as of 9/23/2006

Overview
Car 1960 Mercedes-Benz 220SE "Ponton" Cabriolet (W128)
VIN 12803010003741  
Exterior / Interior Color      Light Grey /      Red 
Mileage 102,000 miles 
Configuration Left Hand Drive (LHD) 
Transmission Manual Shift 
Options Interior: Leather interior 
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