1951 Mercedes-Benz 220 Cabriolet A (W187)
- Engine
- 2.2L SOHC inline-six, 86 bhp
- Colour
- Black
The Mercedes-Benz 220 Cabriolet A (W187) is a rare open two-to-three seat variant of the post-war 220 series, of which only 1,278 examples were built. Introduced in 1951, the model was notable for its modern faired headlamps and an innovative oversquare 2,195 cc SOHC inline-six engine whose derivatives remained in production into the 1970s. This example underwent an exhaustive restoration completed in 2000 and has accumulated fewer than 20 miles since, remaining in near-new condition.
Ownership
- —Auction saleSold US$286,000
- → 1996Tom Divelpartial documentation
Based in New Jersey; sold the car in 1996 to the subsequent owner.
- 1996 →Private saleDeceased prior ownerfull documentation
Commissioned a thorough restoration completed in 2000, with bodywork by Howe Motor Works, interior by Diamond Trim, and additional work by Legendary Motor Cars; passed away shortly after the restoration finished, after which the car was kept in climate-controlled storage.
Competition
No competition history extracted from the catalogue.
Maintenance & restoration
- 2000RestorationHowe Motor Works
A thorough frame-up restoration was carried out, with the principal mechanical and cosmetic work completed by Howe Motor Works. Interior work including carpets, tan upholstery, and custom-fitted luggage was executed by Diamond Trim, with some additional work contracted to Legendary Motor Cars.
Restoration commenced after 1996 purchase and was finished by 2000. Supporting invoices from Howe Motor Works, Diamond Trim, and Legendary Motor Cars are included with the car. Diamond Trim is located in Aurora, Ontario; Howe Motor Works in Burlington, Ontario.
- —Service
Professional detailing returning the car to concours presentation, plus mechanical vetting, carried out prior to the auction offering.
Carried out after extended climate-controlled storage; fewer than 20 miles driven since the 2000 restoration.
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