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1960 Mercedes-Benz 220 Series Convertible

  • Chassis Number: 12803010003645
The Mercedes-Benz 220 models, internally designated W128, entered production in 1954. There were a number of six-cylinder variants available through the years, including the 220 (1954 to 1956), the 219 (1956 to 1959), 220S (1956 to 1959) and the 220SE (1959 to 1960). Only the 220S and the 220SE engines were available in the top-line cabriolets.

The 220SE, (representing Super, Fuel Injected) were luxuriously appointed and well-trimmed. They were fitted with many amenities associated with Mercedes-Benz's limited-production 300 series. Many parts of the car, including the dash and door finish, were hand-built and covered in wood veneers of burled grain. The seats and trim were clothed in Roser surfaced-dyed leather, complemented by Wilton wool carpets.

The 220SE Cabriolet was introduced in 1959 and produced through October of 1960. The engine displaced 2,195cc and offered 135 horsepower. Mercedes-Benz produced just 1,112 examples of the 220SE Cabriolet. They had a four-speed synchronized transmission, independent suspension and long wheelbase.

This 220SE Cabriolet has been used sparingly and remains in show-quality condition. There is a stainless-steel exhaust system, a Becker Mexico radio, a convertible top, and period-style wide whitewall tires.

In 2010, the car was offered for sale at the Sports & Classics of Monterey presented by RM Auctions. It was estimated to sell for $150,000 - $200,000. As bidding came to a close, the car had been sold for the sum of $143,000 inclusive of buyer's premium.

By Daniel Vaughan | Dec 2010

2011 Automobiles of Arizona by RM Auctions

Pre-Auction Estimates :
USD $150,000-USD $200,000 
Sale Price :
USD $165,000

2010 RM Auctions - Sports & Classics of Monterey

Pre-Auction Estimates :
USD $150,000-USD $200,000 
Sale Price :
USD $143,000

1960 Mercedes-Benz 220 Series Auction Sales

Recent Sales of the Mercedes-Benz 220 Series

(Data based on Model Year 1960 sales)
1960 Mercedes-Benz 220 SE Cabriolet
Chassis#: 128.030.10.003553
Sold for USD$135,520
  2024 Broad Arrow : Monterey
 
1960 Mercedes-Benz 220 SE 'Ponton' Cabriolet
Chassis#: 128030-20-003136
Sold for USD$34,711
  2022 Bonhams : The Beaulieu Sale
 
1960 Mercedes-Benz 220 SE Cabriolet
Chassis#: 128.030.10.9502076
Sold for USD$179,200
  2022 RM Sothebys : Monterey
 
1960 MERCEDES-BENZ 220SE PONTON COUPE
Chassis#: 12803710003472
Sold for USD$34,100
  2022 Barrett-Jackson : Scottsdale, Arizona
 
1960 Mercedes-Benz 220SE Convertible
Sold for USD$112,750
  2021 Mecum : Las Vegas
 
1960 Mercedes-Benz 220 SE Cabriolet
Chassis#: 128.030.10.03194
Sold for USD$103,600
  2020 Gooding & Company : Amelia Island
1960 Mercedes-Benz 220 Series image  
1960 Mercedes-Benz 220 SE Coupé
Chassis#: 12803711003519
Sold for USD$49,596
  2020 Artcurial : Retromobile
 
1960 Mercedes-Benz 220 SE Cabriolet
Chassis#: 128.030.10.003553
Sold for USD$162,400
  2020 RM Sothebys : Scottsdale Arizona
 
1960 Mercedes-Benz 220S Sedan
Chassis#: 11101260005017
Sold for USD$18,800
  2019 Shannons Sydney Spring Classic
 
1960 MERCEDES 220SE CABRIOLET
Chassis#: 128030-20-003007
Sold for USD$69,750
  2019 Coys - Syon Park, London
 
1960 Mercedes-Benz 220SE 'Ponton' Cabriolet
Sold for USD$177,154
  2018 Shannons - Melbourne Late Spring Classic
 
1960 Mercedes-Benz 220 SE Cabriolet
Chassis#: 128.030.10.003228
Sold for USD$132,000
  2018 Gooding & Company : Pebble Beach
1960 Mercedes-Benz 220 Series image  1960 Mercedes-Benz 220 Series image  
1960 Mercedes-Benz 220 SE Cabriolet
Chassis#: 1280301100259
Sold for USD$68,872
  2017 Bonhams : The Padua Auction
 
1960 Mercedes-Benz 220 SE Cabriolet
Sold for USD$126,500
  2017 Auctions America : Auburn Fall
 
1960 Mercedes-Benz 220SE Cabriolet
Sold for USD$102,500
  2016 Mecum : Dallas
 
1960 Mercedes-Benz 220 SE Cabriolet
Chassis#: 128.030.10.003657
Sold for USD$115,500
  2016 Gooding & Company : Pebble Beach
 
1960 Mercedes-Benz 220 SE Cabriolet
Chassis#: 128.030.10.003476
Sold for USD$264,000
  2016 Gooding & Company : Pebble Beach
 
1960 Mercedes-Benz 220 SE Cabriolet
Chassis#: 128.030.10.003512
Sold for USD$165,000
  2016 RM Sotheby's : Motor City
1960 Mercedes-Benz 220 Series image  1960 Mercedes-Benz 220 Series image  
1960 Mercedes-Benz 220SE Cabriolet
Sold for USD$110,000
  2016 Auctions America : Fort Lauderdale
 
1960 Mercedes-Benz 220SE Cabriolet
Sold for USD$99,000
  2016 Auctions America : Fort Lauderdale
 

Mercedes-Benz 220 Seriess That Failed To Sell At Auction

1960 Mercedes-Benz 220 Series's that have appeared at auction but did not sell.
VehicleChassisEventHigh BidEst. LowEst. High
1960 Mercedes-Benz 220 SE Cabriolet128030100032292024 Mecum : Monterey$120,000$140,000$175,000
1960 Mercedes-Benz 220SE Cabriolet1280301095020782023 Mecum : 2023 Monterey$125,000$175,000$200,000
1960 MERCEDES 220SE CABRIOLET128030-20-0030072019 Coys Blenheim Palace $60,000$80,000
1960 MERCEDES 220SE CABRIOLET128030-20-0030072019 Coy's London Classic $100,000$130,000
1960 Mercedes-Benz 220SE Sedan 2018 Mecum : Kissimmee$22,000  
1960 Mercedes-Benz 220SE Cabriolet 2017 Auctions America : Fort Lauderdale $125,000$140,000
1960 Mercedes-Benz 220 SE Cabriolet128.030.10.0025242016 RM Sotheby's : Hershey $130,000$150,000
1960 Mercedes-Benz 220SE Ponton Cabriolet128030-200030932015 Silverstone Auction Salon Prive Sale   
1960 Mercedes-Benz 220 SE Convertible128030110038502015 Bonhams : The Summer Classic Sale $80,000$100,000
1960 Mercedes-Benz 220SE Cabriolet 2015 Auctions America Fort Lauderdale$87,500  
1960 MERCEDES 220 SE CABRIOLET CVTBLE 2014 McCormick's Palm Springs # 57$88,000  
1960 Mercedes-Benz 220 SE Cabriolet128.030.11.0033662014 RM Auctions Hershey $30,000$45,000
1960 Mercedes-Benz 220 SE Cabriolet128.030.11.0032042014 Gooding & Company The Scottsdale Auction $140,000$160,000
1960 Mercedes-Benz 220SE Cabriolet 2011 Shannons Melbourne Summer Classic Auction $72,000$82,000
1960 Mercedes-Benz 220 SE Convertible128030 10 95020762011 Bonhams Quail Lodge Sale $190,000$220,000
1960 Mercedes-Benz 220SE Ponton Coupe128037200030142011 Bonhams Collectors' Motor Cars & Motorcycles $55,000$70,000
1960 MERCEDES BENZ 220SE 2011 McCormicks Auction #50 Palm Springs CA$41,000  
1960 Mercedes-Benz 220S Four Door 2009 Leake Auctions Houston Annual Leake Auto Auction Reliant Center$4,500  
1960 MERCEDES 220 SE 2006 Palm Springs Exotic Car Auctions November 1719, 2006$54,000  
1960 Mercedes-Benz 220SE Cabriolet 2003 Monterey Sports and Classic Car Auction$50,000  
1960 MERCEDES-BENZ 220 SE CABRIOLET 2001 Kruse Auction Hot Springs, AR$60,000  

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