1963 Mercedes-Benz S-Class

Convertible

2.2 liter inline six

Automatic

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Clear

Gasoline

1963 Mercedes-Benz 220SE Cabriolet We're very pleased to offer this lovely two-owner early 111 cabriolet finished in 158 white grey/tan leather. Just released from the estate of the second owner who cherished the car from the mid - '70s to the summer of 2014, this Cabriolet is emblematic of the opulence of the early 111 series open cars. Having spent its entire life residing in Northern California's middle peninsula has guaranteed that the car survives in remarkable condition and displays none of the rust and/or accident history that has ravaged so many these cars. It is indeed that coveted dry "California car." The image of San Francisco's Lowell High School Fall class of 1943 below reveals Edward Barthold (upper row, third from left), a handsome young man who had an ambition to become a physician. Thirty or so years later, with his practice thriving, Dr. Barthold purchased this Cabriolet from a neighbor and enjoyed it until his death in early 2014. After a comprehensive re-commissioning, Dr. Barthold's 220SE is ready to continue its journey in the hands of a new enthusiast. Mercedes Data: 158 white/grey with 210 tan full leather VIN: 111023-12-044739 Engine #127984-12-001665 (correct matching # engine) Delivered new in Paris as a US model tourist delivery Option codes: 401: single front seats 423: power steering, automatic transmission with column selector 491: US Model 540: Seat adapter between front seats 587: Folding armrest Radio delete - Ivory steering wheel Re-commissioning included: Engine mounts/steering shock/tie rods - Differential boot - Fuel injection pump overhauled by Pacific Fuel injection - EZ service at 148k miles - all fluids and filters - New subframe mounts - Brake fluid renewed - New shocks and sway bar bushings - Alignment - New pinion seal and new trailing arm bushings - New belts - Refurbished radiator - New steering column bushings - New lower rocker trim - New correct profile 75 series whitewall radial tires from Coker. The undercarriage and inner wheel arch areas are a study of preserved originality. Not one door hinge bolt has been disturbed during this car's 50 year lifespan nor has there been a front fender bolt disturbed. This ensures all the various sheet metal gaps and shutlines have remained as Mercedes-Benz intended. The trunk floor remains in spotless original condition as does the rearmost body panel. Excellent street quality chrome - Excellent street quality paint - A few bumper dents - Original (and now unobtainable) tan threshold rubber - All original sheetmetal - Door hinge bolts never disturbed - Front fender bolts never disturbed - Tool roll still in its original plastic bag! - Perfect original trunk mat still displaying its "63" date code - Lovely original, refurbished leather Interior - Wood clear coat beginning to lift - Excellent replacement soft top - Superb original leather boot cover - Excellent headliner/padding - Perfect leather visors - Runs and drives very nicely - Retains its correct 13" wheels. Global shipping gladly arranged - Pre-purchase inspections available locally - This Cabriolet can be inspected at our facility in Burlingame, CA - 5 minutes south of San Francisco Airport. Contact Roy Spencer @ 650-343-7980 for more details Please have a careful look at our extensive photo essay below for all the details of this California from new 220SE Cabriolet.