Mercedes Benz 220 S Ponton W180 (1958)

Highlights and general information

For sale is a 1958 Mercedes-Benz 220 S Ponton (W180) in light blue with brown partial leather interior.

Highlights:

• With TÜV and H license plate in good overall condition
• Brief assessment from 2019 with a grade of 2
• Owned by the seller since May 2008; according to the seller, just under €20,000 has been invested since then (no receipts)
• The 220 S was originally produced for the US market; the folding roof and automatic transmission were retrofitted
• Restored, with (overhauled) replacement engine
• With original radio

General information about the vehicle

• Year of manufacture: 1958
• First registration: USA, 1958
• Location: 83629 Weyarn, Germany
• Number of previous owners: unknown (owned by the seller since 05/2008)
• Restored
• No accidents under current ownership
• Registered
• H license plate
• TÜV until 08/25
• Ready to drive

Model history

The Mercedes-Benz W180 is a luxury vehicle and is also known as the Ponton due to its design and self-supporting body. A distinction is made between the "large pontoon," the luxury model with 6-cylinder in-line engines (220 and 220S), and the "small pontoon" of the W120/W121 series with smaller four-cylinder engines, which are classified as upper mid-range. The large Ponton replaced the W187 series, which still featured the pre-war design with its free-standing fenders. It was built from 1954 to 1959 and was available as a luxury convertible and coupé in addition to the sedan. The large Ponton was replaced in 1959 by the Mercedes-Benz W111 series with its distinctive tail fins.

Facts

Exterior & interior:

• Exterior color: Light blue
• Interior with brown partial leather upholstery and wood elements
• Completely repainted

Engine and transmission:

• 2.2-liter six-cylinder engine with 86 hp
• Automatic transmission
• Replacement engine

Mileage:

• 17,692 mi (as read)
• The mileage cannot be verified
• No service records available

Documentation:

• Vehicle documents, TÜV and service reports, brief assessment (2019, grade 2)

Tires, brakes, bodywork & underbody:

• Tires: 70-90%
• Brakes: 70-90%
• Bodywork: good condition with minor age-related signs of wear
• Underbody: good condition, no rust-through known
• Please view the photo gallery and videos for further insights into the condition of the vehicle

Known defects

• Rear bumper with three small dents
• Leather on the front seats has developed a patina
• Small tear in the lower part of the rear seat
• Please view the photo gallery and videos for further insight into the vehicle's condition

Summary

For sale is a stylish 1958 Mercedes-Benz 220 S Ponton (W180) in light blue with brown partial leather upholstery. This vehicle has been cared for and maintained by its current owner since 2008. With an H license plate and TÜV certification until 08/2025, the Ponton is ready for the road. Originally built for the US market, the car was later equipped with a folding roof and automatic transmission. The 220 S is in good condition. For collectors and enthusiasts, this is an opportunity to own a timeless classic that is ready for new adventures.