Description
A rare find for the true purist: a 1962 Mercedes-Benz 220 SE in strictly original, unrestored condition. This "Heckflosse" (Fintail) was held by a single Italian family from new until its recent sale to a Spanish collector, ensuring a cherished and documented life.
With only 62, 000 original kilometers, this car is a testament to low usage and careful ownership.
Mechanical and Cosmetic Condition:
Engine: The fuel-injected (SE) engine is in perfect working order, fully inspected and fault-free. It starts on the first turn of the key, performing exactly as a classic Mercedes should.
Exterior: The paint is original. While the finish has developed a soft patina over the decades, this untouched state is highly coveted by collectors who prefer authenticity over modern restorations.
Interior: The seats and cabin remain in remarkably good condition, reflecting the high quality of materials used by Mercedes in the early 60s. In a market saturated with over-restored cars, finding a "Fintail" Mercedes that still retains the original paint it wore when it left Stuttgart in 1962—and has belonged to just one family—is nearly impossible. It stands out because it is an honest car: it hides nothing under layers of fresh paint.
My favorite thing about this classic: Its mechanics. The fact that a fuel-injected engine from 1962 starts on the first turn of the key and runs without a single flaw is a true delight for any enthusiast. It is a car you could drive tomorrow morning.
