Mercedes Benz 1957 220S Ponton California Owned 58 Years Excellent Condition

Vehicle Description

MercedessM Mercedes Benz 1957 220S Sedan California Owned 58 Years Excellent Condition

Purchased in 1966 by this owner the car has been meticulously maintained throughout the years

Always garaged in Newport Beach California during its lifetime 73,635 Miles Shown

The car was repainted in January of 1969 the same Light Ivory Factory color as original

The Engine was completely rebuilt in 1969 to factory specifications

In August of 1988 the Rear Axle was rebuilt along with the entire Brake System

The Seats & Door Panels were Re-upholstered in May of 2000 – At the same time maintenance

was done including :

The Interior Wood was Removed & Refinished, The Transmission was Removed & Rebuilt

In 2002 the car was put into storage & the Engine Compartment & Components were Fully Detailed with Much Rubber Replaced – During that time Front & Rear Chrome was Re-plated – the Radiator Assembly & many Engine Compartment Parts were Replaced During Reassembly - ie: All Hoses Replaced, Ignition Parts Replaced, Carburetors Rebuilt, Firewall Panels Replaced, Heater Boxes Replaced, Brake Booster Rebuilt, Heater Cores Repaired, Vent Hoses Replaced, Trunk Compartment was Detailed, Fuel Tank was Drained & Flushed, Auxiliary Fuel Pump was added, All Filters were Replaced & Car was Fully Serviced, Etc.

The Car Runs Very Well & Comfortably with no apparent issues

Overall the car is mechanically & structurally sound & an exceptionally nice car – Can be driven & enjoyed daily, as a weekend pleasure vehicle, or restored to an exceptional example of this Mercedes Marque