1956 Mercedes-Benz 200-Series

4 Door Sedan

2.2L Straight -Six

Manual

Clear

Gasoline

Up for Auction is a 1956 Mercedes Benz 220S Ponton with a Webasto Roof, the car is fully restored. Car was part of a small Mercedes collection and driven daily on the summer days. The car looks and runs great. All brand new parts used during restoration where necessary. All gauges and indicator lights including the clock is in working condition. Wooden dash is in mint condition as shown in pictures. The seats, door panels and carpets are original and have not been replaced. The engine has been completely overhauled, including carburetor has been cleaned and adjusted. The webasto roof is brand new as well. The brakes have been in very good working condition. Radiator cleaned, repaired and pressure tested. The engine and transmission have been overhauled and are in excellent working condition. Front and rear suspension are in excellent condition. The car has been rust proofed. Pictures and paperwork of restoration is available for buyer. The car comes with manuals and parts books. The car cruises at 65 mph comfortably. The car was appraised by a Licensed appraiser in Ontario in 2011 for $39,800.00. Appraisal will be available to potential buyers. Deposit required by Paypal and the rest of the payment will be required in person and or money order or direct bank transfer. The car will not be shipped with no payment. We will facilitate shipping. Please note that the car is also up for sale privately and the owner reserves to cancel the ebay transaction at any point to facilitate a local sale. Sorry to all the bidders and watchers, had to repost with some better pictures. For more information call Ajay at 1(416)858-8034 Happy Bidding! On May-12-15 at 10:09:16 PDT, seller added the following information: Please note that the radio in the car is not hooked up at the current moment and it will need to be connected to be in working order. Secondly, also note that most of the chrome (85%) is mostly original, but are in very good condition. This car is only being listed because the owner is downsizing his collection due to storage space constraints. The car is in very good condition and has been in many shows, Canada day parades. Also note that if you need to ask your wife, brother, sister, daughter or neighbor, please do so before bidding. Lastly, do not give your newborn, neighbor your EBAY credentials to bid by mistake. The car is ready to be sold, not many 220S with webasto roofs are around in this condition. Happy Bidding! If you have any questions please do not hesitate to ask or call at the above listed number. Do you need a picture of a certain place/spot/ angle do not hesitate to ask. Inspections are also welcome. Car is sold as is, where is. With bills/history etc. The only thing this car needs is to be driven on a sunny day! Happy Bidding!!On May-12-15 at 10:16:31 PDT, seller added the following information: Lastly just to clarify the Ontario License plate "56 220S" will not come with the car- plates in Ontario, Canada remain with the owner of the car and are not sold with the car. The AA badge on the grill will also not come with the car, the badge holds sentimental value to the owner (owners dad's car club badge). If needed we can give you a regular AA car club badge. Thanks, Happy Bidding!On May-17-15 at 09:46:59 PDT, seller added the following information: Hi all as the bidding winds down, I want all ebayers to note the following. - This car is not a garage queen or a concourse car it is a very well kept, restored driver in very good condition.- Note that $1500 is required by paypal as deposit, the remaining balance will only be accepted as cash in hand, money order or a bank money transfer. Below is the quoted text word for word to truly reiterate the condition of this car by another set of eyes. "Exterior condition: This s a mostly original 1956 Mercedes Benz 220s sedan. This original body is in very good overall condition, showing straight panels and gaps. This vehicle's repaint is in very good condition, and has recently done. The original roof, with Webasto sliding sunroof is in very good condition. The original hood with grille and ornament opens and closes well and is very good condition. The front chrome bumper is in very good condition. The original headlamps and bezels are in very good condition. The original doors with seams around the inside jamb area are in very good condition, and open and close well with no sagging. The original quarter panels are in very good condition. The original front fenders are in very good condition. The original rear chrome bumper and tail lights are in very good condition. The original rear trunk lid opens and closes well and is in very good condition. The windshield, side, and back glass are in very good condition, with no stars or chips. The original stainless trim is in very good condition Interior condition: This is an original interior in very good condition. The original wood, dash, knobs, optional clock, and original gauges are in very good condition. The original steering wheel, shifter and factory column are n very good condition. The original front buckets, and rear bench seats in the original fabric are in very good condition. The original inner door panels with wood trim are in very good condition. The original radio takes care of the audio for this car. The original wood is in very good condition. Mechanical condition: This vehicle is equipped with an original 2.2 litre six-cylinder engine, factory four speed transmission, and independent differential. This engine features: dual Solex carburettors, and single overhead camshaft with timing chain design, correct air cleaner and exhaust system. The underhood area is in very good condition, clean and well detailed with all hoses and wiring as factory. The original integrated frame rails and floors are in very good condition with no patches and repairs. The original double wishbone front suspension is in very good condition. The rear swing arm suspension is in very good condition and as factory. This car sits level. The front and rear wheels appear to have good camber and toe in. The firestone wide white-wall 185x80x13 radial tires, with factory steel 13" wheels, and original hubcaps are in very good condition. Overall condition: This is an original 1956 Mercedes Benz 220 sedan with Webasto sliding sunroof. The exterior shows well and is straight with even panel gaps and well done original colour repaint. The original driveline and interior are in very good condition. The car shows well with all the chrome and stainless trip in very good condition. This car is a number two condition car. Verdict: The appraised value of this 1956 Mercedes Benz 220S sedan w/Webasto sliding sunroof #6507993 is valued at $39,800.00 Canadian dollars. Based on a high number two condition vehicle.(a high number one vehicle, show condition) All taxes extra Appraised by: Fred StutzerProvincial Appraiser no: MF004171Auto Body and Collision Damage Repairer no: 255027" The appraisal was completed on August 06, 2011, since then the car has been driven and starred at a few parades and shows and has picked up some very fine minor scratches and dings to note. I have tried my utmost best to describe the condition of the car in my perspective and the appraisers perspective. I am sure the buyer will without a doubt enjoy this car as much as my family and I have.