Description
Mercedes-Benz 220 S | 1957
Highlights:
– 2.2-litre inline-six engine, petrol, 4-speed manual transmission
– The car has been restored under its first owner
– Second owner from new, originally supplied and first registered in Umeå, Sweden
– Elegant “Ponton” styling with abundant chrome brightwork and a wood-trimmed dashboard
– Presented in black with a light-coloured cloth interior
The seller offers for sale this 1957 Mercedes-Benz 220 S, powered by a 2.2-litre inline-six engine, paired with a 4-speed manual transmission. Finished in black with a light, patterned cloth interior and wood-trimmed dashboard, this example was originally supplied new in Umeå, Sweden, and the current seller is only the second owner of the car. The car has been restored under its first owner, and the presentation throughout the exterior and interior reflects that history, with chrome brightwork, body panels and cabin trim all in good order.
Introduced in 1954, the Mercedes-Benz W180 220 S formed part of the range widely known among enthusiasts as the “Ponton” generation, named for its smooth, pontoon-shaped bodywork that broke away from the separate, flowing fenders of earlier post-war Mercedes models. As the more powerful and better-equipped sibling to the entry-level 220 a, the 220 S offered a livelier six-cylinder engine, a more comprehensive equipment list and a level of refinement that positioned it as a genuine executive saloon for 1950s Europe. Its patented safety cell construction, with defined crumple zones front and rear, was ahead of its time and helped establish Mercedes-Benz’s reputation for engineering rigor that would define the marque for decades.
Behind the wheel, the 220 S offers the unhurried, substantial driving character typical of 1950s Mercedes engineering: a smooth six-cylinder engine, a column-mounted manual gearchange and a ride quality tuned for comfort over long distances. The interior, with its broad bench-style seating, thin-rimmed wheel and ivory-toned instrumentation, transports its occupants straight back to the golden age of post-war touring. For collectors of 1950s Mercedes-Benz saloons, this 220 S combines an interesting Scandinavian ownership history with the timeless elegance that continues to make the Ponton generation one of the most sought-after classic Mercedes model lines.
Condition of the bodywork & paint
4 — Very Good. Clean with minimal wear; might need minor replacements for small missing or broken parts.
Condition of the interior
4 — Very Good. Displays only minimal wear and can hit the road any time.
Technical condition
4 — Very Good. Mechanically solid, with potential for minor servicing.
Overall condition
4 — Very Good. Displays only minimal wear and can hit the road any time.
This item is sold on an as-is basis. The condition of this item is the opinion of the seller and may differ from your own opinion. Photos and descriptions of the listing are for information purposes only.
