Mercedes Benz 220 Cabriolet W187 (1954)

Kickdown Check

• On-site kickdown assessment completed
• 126 photos
• Video including engine running

Facts & Specifications

• Year built: 1954
• First registration: USA
• Engine: 2.2-liter six-cylinder four-stroke engine with 80 PS
• Transmission: Manual transmission with steering wheel-mounted shifters
• Exterior color: Ice Blue Metallic
• Interior: Red leather
• TÜV valid until 07/2027; H license plate
• Features:
• Whitewall tires
• Wood-trimmed dashboard
• Two-spoke steering wheel with Mercedes star
• Becker LeMans radio (not functional)
• Clock in the dashboard
• Sun visors with blue glass inserts
• Chrome mirrors inside and out
• Two-tone chrome trim
• Additional headlights (fog lights)
• High-quality luggage set
• The following modifications were made:
• Odometer retrofitted (original car had a mile odometer)

Condition

Exterior

• The exterior color of the Mercedes 220 is Ice Blue Metallic
• The paint and body are in generally well-maintained condition with scratches and surface rust; the paint appears weathered and dull in places
• Soft top: dark blue; present and functional
• No known accident damage

Interior

• The Mercedes 220 is equipped with red leather upholstery in its original condition
• The interior is in good condition, with age-related signs of wear and a few tears in the front seat covers
• Walnut-look wood dashboard in very good condition with a beautiful sheen
• The clock in the dashboard is functional; the Becker LeMans radio is not functional
• High-quality set of luggage in very good condition included

Technical Specifications

• Road-ready and registered
• Original engine runs well and is leak-free; transmission operates flawlessly
• Starter motor replaced
• Suspension bushings are worn out; replacement recommended
• Last service performed by the owner in 2025

History

Ownership History

• For approx. 10 years: current owner
• Number of owners: unknown
• Initial registration: USA

Service History

• Last service performed in 2025 by the owner

Documents

• German vehicle registration documents
• Inspection report for H-license plate
• Old American title

Summary

For sale is a Mercedes 220 Cabriolet (W187) in Ice Blue Metallic with red leather interior, originally delivered in the U.S. The engine and transmission are in good condition; the vehicle is road-ready with a TÜV inspection valid through July 2027. Prospective buyers should take into account the weathered paint condition, signs of wear on the original leather interior, worn-out suspension bushings, and the unverifiable odometer reading when making their purchasing decision. The vehicle offers restoration potential but can also be used as-is.