- Original mileage of only 35,789 miles
- An unrestored example in perfect top condition
- Immaculate, as new, original underbody
- Classic, stylish color scheme in silver metallic (DB 180) with leather interior in red and black soft top
- Leather in unique, original condition
- Family-owned for three generations in Vancouver, Canada, since first delivery
- Matching Numbers" engine
According to this data card, this Mercedes Benz 220 S Cabriolet was delivered in November 1959 and then came to North America via the M.B.S. company in Chicago. From there it came to the first owners, the McLean family in Vancouver, Canada, who had purchased the car through the local Mercedes Benz dealer. The family owned several large estates and were avowed enthusiasts for Mercedes automobiles. The 220 S Cabriolet was in the company of a 300 SL Gullwing (1954) and 300 SL Roadster (1957) as well as a 300 SE Cabriolet (1967), all of which were purchased as new cars. A classic car dealer we know in Canada, from whom we acquired the 220 S Cabriolet, has known the family since 1972 and has looked after their vehicles on an ongoing basis.
The original color scheme of the delivery was a special paint job in metallic blue (color code 353) with special upholstery in red (641/TT 826) and a soft top in beige rubber fabric (702). This was complemented by fine wood veneers in rosewood. Immediately after being acquired by the McLeans, the car was given a new paint job in metallic silver (color code DB 180), as the McLeans' vehicles all had a paint job in this color, combined with a red leather interior. The vehicle still has this color scheme today.
In addition to the special paint finish and special upholstery, the factory equipment included reclining seats on the left and right (individual seats), a fixed rear bench seat, whitewall tires and a Becker Mexico radio.