1961 Mercedes-Benz 200-Series

220SEb Coupe

6 - Cyl.

Manual

111.021.10-023521

Gasoline

1961 Mercedes-Benz 220SEb Coupe European-Model W111 This luxurious model was the last of the hand-built Mercedes. Only 13 cars per week rolled off the production line. Unlike other automobiles, these cars were classics the day they rolled off the production line, and have remained so ever since. The 220SEb was first introduced in 1961 and was considered to be an immediate success. Road & Track magazine said "one of the best-looking body designs to come from any German concern." It is exquisitely proportioned and beautifully designed. Luxurious may very well be an understatement when describing this model!!!! Up for auction is European Model 1961 Mercedes Benz 220SEb Coupe, 4-Speed manual (VIN# 111.021.10-023521). 1961 is the very FIRST production year of 220SEb Coupes, making this particular Mercedes even more rare and special. Another very rare option that this car comes with is manually operated sunroof! Only 14,173 220SEb Coupe’s were made in the period of 1961-1965! The mechanical fuel injection, disc brakes and other improvements, made it the most sophisticated car on the road. Today, she is 50 years old, and even after all those years, she still have that beautiful and timeless charm, and with its grace and beauty she will be stopping the local traffic and turning heads for years to come!! For a human being, 50 years is a good amount of time, but to an automobile it’s an eternity! The ravages of time aren’t just from nature. Tastes change, trends die, and once-envied designs have a way of looking absurd. Once in a while though, an automobile endures despite all this, and ultimately, becomes a classic. This Mercedes is that automobile! This car is an original and unmolested example of the timeless German luxury automobile! Gentleman that owned this car before me originally purchased it in Germany in 1982 from its first owner. Among other paperwork, original books and manuals, it also comes with original German Bill of Sale, and original German License plate and registration. This car used to be his daily driver until he parked it into storage several years ago. I am pretty sure that with fresh tune-up, fresh gas, and some things here and there it will start up fine, but as I don’t have time to do it, I am selling it as non-runner car! Car does roll, steer, and brakes without any problems. From whichever angle you look at this car, you are always struck by its racy elegance and aesthetic balance of stylistic elements. Paint has nice shine, and from 10-15 feet away looks nice and presentable, but upon closer inspection you can notice some blemishes and imperfections in it mainly due to its age. Doors open and shut nicely and tightly, and the body is nice and straight. Chrome is all compete, and all glass is nice and clear. Combined with its original Blue Leather Interior, this car looks very elegant. Its body is straight and solid and undercarriage is original and unmolested, but there is some rust on the floorboards, usual suspects on these cars. Replacement floorboards are easy to find, and not very expensive to get. Original VIN# stamping is still present in the front radiator support, showing the originality of this car. Original Blue Interior is all complete down to its original Kienzle Clock. Wood is all complete, and in great condition, showing its beautiful aged patina. Leather seats are showing their age, and would need to be reupholstered, but are still very comfortable and supportive. Carpet and headliner need to be replaced. Door panels are in great condition, and all windows roll up and down with ease, including the manually operated sunroof, rare and very desirable option on these coupes! Also, as this is European Model Coupe, all instruments are in Metric units (KM/h, Celsius, etc) NADA Values: http://www.nadaguides.com/Classic-Cars/1961/Mercedes-Benz/220SEB/2-Door-Coupe/Values Pricing Original MSRP Low Retail Average Retail High Retail $8,091 $14,050 $20,500 $31,600 Options: (add options) See all options chosen TOTAL PRICE $8,091 $14,050 $20,500 $31,600 This beautiful antique Mercedes will only continue to appreciate in its value, and with time, these cars are harder and harder to come by, especially the original European models! It is great investment, which will only continue to appreciate in its value, definitively better than any stock at this time!!!!! Title is clear and is ready to be transferred immediately ANYWHERE IN THE WORLD and I will be glad to help winning bidder with finding the cheapest shipping quote for shipping, personally deliver the car to the port and fill out all the necessary paperwork to make it easy and convenient for the winning bidder! In the past I have shipped some of my other cars to Europe and other countries, (PLEASE VIEW MY FEEDBACK) so logistics are no problems and I encourage bidders from all over the world to bid on this beauty!!!! It would be my pleasure to answer any other questions you might have or take any other photos of the car you desire, and I ENCOURAGE PERSONAL INSPECTION of the car BEFORE AUCTION ENDS (no inspection will be allowed after auction has ended!!! No Exceptions!!! Sorry, but this helps me eliminate low-ballers and tire kickers. For the album with over 100 additional pictures of the vehicle (including pictures of the engine, undercarriage, interior, etc), please click on the picture or link below, and then click on the slideshow: https://picasaweb.google.com/108642239550156927212/1961MercedesBenz220SEbCoupeEuropeanModel?authkey=Gv1sRgCLrYjsGJ-PqVNQ# -TERMS OF SALE: Buyers are more than welcome to inspect vehicle in person (I DO encourage personal inspection) and before auction ends. No inspections will be allowed after end of the auction! No exception!! Please Do all of your homework and due diligence in regard of this car before auction ends!!!! Please do not assume anything and do ask any questions you might have in regard of this car, as well as ask for any additional photos that would be of special interest for you and that I might have missed, so we avoid case of "buyer’s remorse" afterwards. Also, please remember that this is used and not fully restored antique vehicle that is 50 years old, so expect to see some wear and tear that is normal for the vehicle of that age. Buyer must realize that this is vintage vehicle and by their very nature will need Tender Loving Care and maintenance appropriate to such a vehicle. This is not a new car and should not be treated as such. This vehicle is being sold AS-IS, where is, and without any warranty expressed, written, or implied. The seller shall not be responsible for the correct description, authenticity, genuineness, or defects herein, and makes no warranty in connection therewith. No allowance or set aside will be made on account of any incorrectness, imperfection, defect or damage. Any descriptions or representations are for identification purposes only and are not to be construed as a warranty of any type. ANY and ALL representations made in the description above are made to the best of the Seller‘s knowledge, however, due to divergent notions of condition and quality, you are encouraged to rely on your own physical inspection of the vehicle and not the description above. Furthermore, due to the likelihood for latent and patent defects within and/or on a pre-owned vehicle, the Seller cannot guarantee that all issues are disclosed in the description above. It is the responsibility of the buyer to have thoroughly inspected the vehicle, asked any and as much questions they might have about the vehicle, and to have satisfied himself or herself as to the condition and value of the vehicle and to bid based upon that judgment solely. Therefore, any claims or disputes as a result of or relate to failure to disclose or misrepresentation are hereby waived by you. The seller shall and will make every reasonable effort to disclose any known defects associated with this vehicle at the buyer's request prior to the close of sale and end of the auction. Seller assumes no responsibility for any repairs regardless of any oral or written statements about the vehicle. $500 Non-Refundable Deposit via PayPal is due within 24 hours after the end of the auction, and winning bidder MUST contact me within this period to arrange payment and shipping details. The balance (cash, money order, bank check or wire transfer) is due within 3 days after the end of the auction!! All financial transactions must be completed before vehicle delivery, and have all of your finances ready to meet the terms of sale! If you need any special arrangements in regard of the payment, please let me know in a timely manner, and BEFORE auction ends, so you can get my approval to bid on the car, and we can work something out, otherwise If terms of sale are not met (deposit within 24 hours, and full payment within 3 days), that bidder will be reported to E-bay, and second chance offer will be sent to the next highest bidder!! By bidding on this auction, you agree that you have read, understand, accept and will be bound, without modification, by all the terms, conditions and notices contained herein. Serious Bidders ONLY!!!! -SHIPPING Shipping is available to anywhere in the world. Please contact me for a quote, or if you will need help with shipping arrangements and I will be glad to help out as much as I can. Shipping cost is the responsibility of the winning bidder! Feel Free to call me at 904-728-9688 for any questions you might have in regard of this car, or to make me an offer!!!!