1952 Mercedes-Benz 220 Cabriolet A

The first of the pontoon-fendered Mercedes Benz designs debuted at the Frankfurt Motor Show, in 1951. Among the first new post-war models, the 220 offered both quality engineering and construction. They were known for outstanding reliability, exemplary road handling and distinguished style, in addition to well-appointed and comfortable interiors.

Compared to other contemporary cars, the 220 was years ahead in terms of comfort, handling and construction. It was priced accordingly at nearly $5,000, or the equivalent of a Cadillac limousine of the era. The car featured a newly designed six-cylinder engine with increased compression and approximately 1,278 of the open air examples were built.

This car, finished in Silver Blue and Stone over Navy is a matching number car, complete with its original luggage. The current owner just completed a restoration of the vehicle finishing up in February of 2014.