Mercedes-Benz 170 DS | 1952

Mercedes-Benz 170 DS | 1952

Highlights:

– 1.8-litre four-cylinder engine, diesel, 4-speed manual transmission

– Rare diesel variant of the upmarket 170 S (W191) range

– Classic dark green paintwork

– Wood-trimmed dashboard

– Valid periodic technical inspection

The private seller offers for sale this 1952 Mercedes-Benz 170 DS, powered by a 1.8-litre four-cylinder diesel engine, paired with a 4-speed manual transmission. Finished in a deep dark green, the four-door saloon displays all the hallmarks of early post-war Mercedes-Benz design: the tall upright radiator grille crowned by the three-pointed star, large freestanding headlamps, sweeping front wings with integrated running boards, and elegant chrome bumpers with overriders. Wheel covers and chrome trims complete the dignified appearance of this sedan.

Inside, the cabin offers a classic and charming atmosphere, centred around a dashboard with wood trim, round instruments and the large, slender ivory steering wheel with its chrome horn ring. The car comes with a valid periodic technical inspection, so it can be used on the road by its next owner.

The 170 DS belongs to the W191 series, the upmarket 170 S family that Mercedes-Benz introduced in 1949 as a more spacious and better-equipped alternative to the 170 V. In 1952 the range was expanded with the 170 DS, which combined the larger body and higher trim level of the 170 S with the economical OM 636 diesel engine. At a time when Germany was rebuilding its economy, these cars were valued by doctors, businesspeople and taxi operators for their durability, comfort and remarkably low running costs, and they helped establish the enduring reputation of Mercedes-Benz for diesel passenger cars.

On the road, the 170 DS offers an unhurried, relaxed driving experience, with the characteristic sound of the early diesel and the solid feel of a car built to last. Its pre-war inspired styling, with separate wings, running boards and a long bonnet, gives it a presence that few cars of the early 1950s can match. Today, these early post-war saloons are increasingly rare, and the diesel variant in particular appeals to collectors who appreciate the pioneering role Mercedes-Benz played in diesel technology for passenger cars.

Condition of the bodywork & paint

4 — Very Good. Clean with minimal wear; might need minor replacements for small missing or broken parts.

Condition of the interior

4 — Very Good. Displays only minimal wear and can hit the road any time.

Technical condition

4 — Very Good. Mechanically solid, with potential for minor servicing.

Overall condition

4 — Very Good. Displays only minimal wear and can hit the road any time.

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This car is currently located in: Tyrol state, Austria.

This car drives, brakes and shifts.

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