1959 Mercedes-Benz 220S

1959 Mercedes-Benz 220S Ponton Introducing this 1959 Mercedes-Benz 220S Ponton, finished in its factory Medium Blue Mittelblau (350), a period-correct color that suits the car's elegant lines. The Ponton nickname comes from its unified, slab-sided body styling, an early step in Mercedes-Benz's move toward more modern, integrated automotive design.Highlights:- Factory Color: Medium Blue Mittelblau (350)- M180 2.2-liter Inline-Six Engine- Four-Speed Column-Shifted Manual Transmission- Solex Dual Carburetor- Drum Brakes- Classic VDO Instrumentation- Wood Dashboard- Chrome Bumpers with OverridersThis 220S is equipped with the M180 inline-six paired with a column-shifted 4-speed manual transmission and Solex dual carburetors. Features drum brakes on all four corners, a single exhaust outlet, chrome exterior trim and grille accents, Hella-branded fog lights, and Mercedes-Benz branded hubcaps mounted on 13-inch steel wheels. Additional equipment includes a two-spoke steering wheel with chrome horn ring, VDO instrumentation, a factory-style jack, and a full-size spare stored in the trunk.Inside, the cabin reflects Mercedes-Benz's craftsmanship of the era, with low-back front bucket seats, a rear bench, manual crank windows, door storage pockets, a glove compartment, analog clock, and wood interior trim accents that add warmth to the otherwise simple, functional layout.This classic vehicle is currently not running and has recently come out of storage. It will require recommissioning before returning to the road, but it presents a good opportunity for someone looking to bring a classic W180 II Ponton back into active use while preserving its period character and timeless design. For $9,750