Highlights

Very smartly presented 220 in fawn with blue interior
Original interior, including Becker radio and ivory steering wheel
Well kept bodywork, having been kept in the dry climate of Oregon, USA
Recently rebuilt engine with few miles covered since
Large history file reportedly dating back to car’s first registration

The Appeal

The sight of W114 and W115 saloons hard at work around the world, decades after they left the factory and often in extreme conditions, attests to the model’s virtual indestructibility. This very tidy 1972 car has led a much more cossetted life, mostly in the dry climes of Oregon, yet is equal proof of the quality and durability of these remarkable cars.

It is a W115 fitted with the robust 2.2L M115 4cyl engine and an automatic gearbox with column shift. The fawn paintwork is a rare choice that works well with the exterior chrome, while inside, there is a nicely preserved blue vinyl interior that retains original features like the cream Bakelite wheel and rare Becker stereo.

We’re told that the car has spent most of its life in Oregon with two keepers. During that time the engine was rebuilt as a precaution, since when it has covered few miles. The car returned to Europe recently and carries USA title. The vendor tells us that European import duties and VAT have been paid. As a pre-1996 car it is reported to be exempt from COC requirements, but will require European registration by the new keeper.

The W115 is one of Paul Bracq’s best designs and one of Mercedes’ most enduring models. Here’s a chance to acquire a very tidy, much-historied example.

History and Paperwork

Originally delivered new in Germany
Later exported to Oregon, USA
Two registered keepers in the USA we are told
Most recent USA keeper is reported to have kept the car for several decades
Imported from the USA to the Netherlands recently
Alll import duties and VAT have been settled we are told
American title present
Maintenance history from new, including associated invoices, advised by seller
As a pre-1996 classic vehicle no COC document required for European registration
No vehicle safety inspection status or expiry date provided
Buyer is responsible for European registration

The Condition

Attractive and very well kept car in fawn beige with tidy paintwork as shown
USA specification car including side marker lights and headlights
Due to car’s age and originality some marks and age to note to exterior
Vendor states bodywork is in very good, rust-free condition due to dry Oregon climate
Underside described as clean and dry which can be checked in photos
Chrome trim reported to be in very good order
Fitted with new tyres in a classic whitewall design
Spare wheel included as shown
Blue vinyl interior in very good order and said to be original
Clean headlining, well kept carpets and good door trims and dash fittings
Original ivory-coloured steering wheel present
Factory Becker radio fitted
Engine bay and boot area reported to be well maintained
Vendor advises minor improvement points may exist

The Mechanics

2,197cc 4cyl M115 petrol engine
4spd automatic gearbox with column shift
Engine recently rebuilt as a precautionary measure not in response to any fault
Reported to run smoothly
The vendor states the car drives and shifts as it should
Driven sparingly in recent years
Due to sparing use vendor advises buyer checks car before regular use

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