Highlights

Desirable Cabriolet 220A
Sleek lines and black paint
Beautiful leather interior with wood trim

The Appeal

This Mercedes-Benz 220A was sold new in Vienna in 1955, the year Austria gained full independence from postwar allied occupation. Its first owner resided in the capital’s historic first district and the car remained in Austria for many decades, residing mainly in the city of Graz.

The cabriolet body looks particularly appealing, and gives the car a flamboyant air. It perfectly complements the car’s graceful styling and makes it the ideal year-round classic.

Leather upholstery and polished wooden trim finish the interior beautifully and the chrome switches and steering wheel add a flash of class.

The History and Paperwork

First registered in 1955
The first owner resided on Schellinggasse, in Vienna’s beautiful first district
The car then changed hands between owners mostly living in Graz
Comes with the original Austrian registration logbook
Original owner’s manual
Three keys
Reportedly comes with Austrian documentation

The Interior

Generously proportioned, adjustable seating
The vendor tells us that the interior is fully original
Beautiful tan leather upholstery
Some creasing to the leather from use
Matching carpets
Wood trimmed dashboard
Bold, clear instrumentation
Large 12-hour analogue clock, speedometer, temperature gauge, oil pressure gauge and fuel gauge
Beautiful chromed pull switches
Large Bakelite steering wheel with chrome spokes and horn rim
Column-mounted gear change
Centrally mounted radio
Extra luggage space behind the seats
Tinted sun visors

The Exterior

Stunning convertible coachwork
Tall chrome radiator grille
Stylishly flowing lines
Chrome trim throughout
Colour matched hubcaps
Whitewall tyres
Large chrome bumpers
Rear-hinged doors allow excellent access
Fitted cover for hood when folded
Flashing indicators on wings
Austrian flag and Veteran Mercedes Club badges on grille

The Mechanics

2,195cc straight-six engine
Four-speed manual transmission with column change
Rear-wheel drive
Single carburettor
Drum brakes all round

Summary

A beautiful cabriolet example of the well-loved Mercedes 220A. This car is a standard-bearer for the enduring appeal of mid-century design and engineering.

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