1964 Mercedes-Benz W111 220SB
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Highlights
- Desirable 220Sb twin carburettor 110bhp model
- Just four previous keepers from new
- Former Mercedes Enthusiast magazine cover star
- Lots of early history including original bill of sale
- Very well kept and factory original car
- The sale includes the valuable and original registration REF 349 valued at around £2,000
The Appeal
The W111 was a very particular sort of Mercedes-Benz, one that mixed Stuttgart’s legendary sobriety with a new and slightly jazzy style, influenced by America. It was a rare moment of flair for the firm’s 60s output and gave the model its nickname - ‘fintail.’
All of which makes these handsome saloons popular with collectors today. Their sheer usability means that good, low mileage survivors like this one are particularly rare. It is the desirable ‘Sb’ model with twin carburettors lifting power to a useful 110bhp.
Just four registered keepers from new likely explains why it remains in such good order. The history file, including the original bill of sale, confirms that the colour scheme is factory correct. It is a former Mercedes Enthusiast magazine cover star and the condition clearly reflects the enthusiasm of its few owners. A very tidy example and one of the best we have seen for a while.
The History and Paperwork
- Original RHD UK car
- First registered 1st August 1964
- Just four previous keepers from new
- Current keeper acquired the car on 3rd August 2015
- Lots of early history documents in very good condition
- Factory handbook and factory guarantee
- Original bill of sale showing the car was part-exchanged for a MG Magnette
- Service invoices from 1964 and 1966
- Old MOTs to support low indicated mileage
- Original registration documents
- Last MOT expired 15th November 2017 with 75,270 miles showing on test with one advisory
- In 2006 MOT records show 73,114 miles on test
- Currently showing 77,922 miles
- Mercedes Enthusiast magazine article dated 2009
The Condition
- Factory original white paintwork with red MB Tex interior
- Very well kept car across interior and exterior showing little signs of age
- Paintwork is well preserved with good panelwork and panel fit
- Bright chromework which is also complete and appears undamaged
- Factory steel wheels with matching spare and chrome body-colour hub caps
- Well kept and unmodified interior with red MB Tex seats and matching door cards
- Red carpets through cabin and boot, all well kept
- Interior woodwork and trim in very good order with delightful detailing like strip speedo
- Modern classic-style digital radio fitted
- Front 3 point seat belts fitted
- Original cream Bakelite two spoke steering wheel
The Mechanics
- 2,195cc M127 six cylinder engine
- Sb specification car with twin carburettors delivering 110bhp
- 4spd manual gearbox with column shift
- MOT records support the indication of a low mileage car
- No reported driving or running issues
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Vehicle specification
- Year 1964
- Make Mercedes
- Model 220
- Colour White
- Odometer 77,922 Miles
- Engine size 2195
Auction Details
- Seller Type Private
- Town Reading
- Location Berkshire
- Country United Kingdom
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bids
- an•••• £19,000 25/04/24
- ro•••• £18,500 25/04/24
- an•••• £18,000 25/04/24
- ro•••• £17,750 25/04/24
- cu•••• £17,500 25/04/24
- an•••• £17,000 25/04/24
- cu•••• £16,500 25/04/24
- an•••• £16,000 25/04/24
- cu•••• £14,500 25/04/24
- an•••• £14,000 25/04/24
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