Highlights
- Rare manual transmission example
- Fully overhauled original air suspension
- Comprehensive brake system renewal
- Extensively restored both technically and cosmetically
- Swiss registered vehicle
The Appeal
The W112 ruled the roost when it came to executive motoring back in the 60s. Perfectly balancing a comfortable cabin, yet still maintaining a fiercely up-to-date, modernist aesthetic, these couples have aged exceptionally well, and continue to be highly desirable mid-century classics.
This particular 1965 example boasts a manual transmission - quite a rare sight during a period of automatic-mania. The car has seen plenty of restoration work and appears in fine order, with the vendor proudly reporting that the car is ready and waiting to go. We've no doubt'll prove a highly desirable classic for the lucky new owner.
This particular 1965 example boasts a manual transmission - quite a rare sight during a period of automatic-mania. The car has seen plenty of restoration work and appears in fine order, with the vendor proudly reporting that the car is ready and waiting to go. We've no doubt'll prove a highly desirable classic for the lucky new owner.
History and Paperwork
- First registered in 1964
- Currently registered in Switzerland
- Extensive technical and cosmetic restoration has been completed
- Currently showing 146,000 kilometres on the odometer
The Condition
- Handsome, quintessentially brown livery
- Bodywork in good overall order
- Brightwork contrasts nicely
- Wheels have been colour-matched
- Underside is clean and solid
- Cabin is nicely presented
- Leatherwork in good condition with full bolsters
- Dashboard is in good condition with clean, legible instruments
- Wooden veneers are very nicely presented
- Carpets and headlining in good order
- Boot appears in fine condition
The Mechanics
- 2,996cc M189 straight-six engine
- Manual transmission with 4 gears
- Engine bay in excellent order
- Very close to factory specification
- Extensive restoration work undertaken
- Brake system fully replaced including all brake cylinders
- Original air suspension has been fully overhauled
Power steering system has been completely renewed
Tie rod has been replaced
New steering damper fitted - Rear brake booster has been replaced
- The vendor states the vehicle is in "excellent" mechanical condition following the restorative work
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