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      This is pure elegance - hand-built Mercedes cabriolet, Pebble Beach ready, black over red perfection, silky inline-six cruising, ultra-rare production, vintage luxury dripping with timeless style, glamour.

      Overview

      SBX Cars is proud to offer for sale this 1957 Mercedes-Benz 220S Cabriolet showing 84,857 kilometers (52,727 miles) on the odometer at the time of this cataloging. Finished in black over a red leather interior, this W180 Cabriolet is offered by Wild About Cars Garage with records and a clear title. 

      Introduced in the mid-1950s as a lineup of full-sized luxury automobiles, the W180 lineup became known for its “Ponton” styling, unibody architecture, and class-leading premium materials. Coupes and Cabriolets, hand-finished at Sindelfingen, received enhanced details like authentic wood trim and rich leather interiors. When compared to the broader 180-chassis sedan series, the Cabriolets were considerably rarer; this example is said to be one of just 1,066 units produced for its year. 

      This elegant black Cabriolet is described by the seller as “Pebble Beach lawn-ready.” It has reportedly been long-term enthusiast-owned, and as such, it demonstrates the premier quality and sound mechanical condition that one would expect. 

      The 220S was a true personal luxury grand-tourer, boasting a 2.2-liter inline-six that could move the car with authority at highway speeds. This limited-production W180 Cabriolet is offered as a strong example of post-war German craftsmanship that will enjoy continued collectability.

      Specifications & Options

      Exterior

      • Black paint
        • Refurbished under prior ownership
      • Chrome bumpers with overriders
      • Chrome radiator shell and ornament
      • Auxiliary driving lamps
      • Fender top-mounted marker lamps
      • Driver side mirror
      • Antenna
      • Body side and rocker moldings
      • Single exhaust outlet
      • 13-inch steel wheels
        • Body-color hubcaps
      • 175/80 BFGoodrich whitewall tires

      Interior

      • Red leather upholstery
        • Front lap belts
      • Manual-crank windows
        • Vent windows
      • Becker Europa radio
      • Clock
      • Heater
      • Wood trim accents
      • Trunk-mounted spare tire 
      • Gauges
        • 180-km/h speedometer
        • Oil pressure
        • Coolant temperature
        • Fuel level

      Mechanical

      • M180 2,195cc SOHC inline-six
        • Twin Solex two-barrel carburetors
        • Electronic ignition
        • Rated at 106 horsepower
        • Rated at 126 lb-ft of torque
      • Four-speed manual transmission
        • Column-shifted
      • Independent double-wishbone front suspension
      • Coil-sprung swing-axle rear
      • Four-wheel drum brakes

      Service History

      There is no known service history at this time. This 220S is believed to be free of outstanding mechanical issues.

      Condition & Reports

      The selling dealer has provided a photo gallery for review.

      This 220S is said to be free of substantial imperfections.

      Included in the Sale

      • Key
      • Records binder
      • Logo license plate

      Summary

      The 220S Cabriolet has been renowned – deservedly so – for its timeless elegance, open-air driving experience, and status. This refurbished example stays true to its original superior build quality with real wood trim, leather upholstery, and a mechanically sorted inline-six. It’s a sophisticated grand-tourer from one of Mercedes-Benz’s most memorable eras in motoring.

       

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