1960 Mercedes-Benz Ponton - Cabriolet

1960 Mercedes-Benz 220SE CabrioletIntroducing this 1960 Mercedes-Benz 220SE Cabriolet that is finished in black combined with a red interior with a wood trim. The combination of its exterior color and interior materials reflects the period-correct approach to Mercedes-Benz design, where simplicity and craftsmanship were prioritized over excess detailing.Highlights:- Exterior Color: Black- 2.2-liter Inline-Six Engine- Front-Wheel Disc Brakes- Black Canvas Soft Top- VDO Instrumentation- Chrome Bumpers with Overriders- Full-Size Spare Tire IncludedPowered by a 2.2-liter inline-six engine, this 220SE belongs to the W128 Ponton Cabriolet lineage, a series known for its pillarless side-window design that allows the side glass to fully drop, creating an uninterrupted open-air profile when the windows are lowered. This design approach became one of the defining characteristics of Mercedes-Benz convertibles from this era.Equipment includes a two-spoke steering wheel, front-wheel disc brakes, VDO instrumentation, chrome trim, chrome bumpers with overriders, Riken Classic thin whitewall tires, and steel wheels. The interior layout features low-back front bucket seats, a rear bench seat, manual crank windows, an analog clock, glove box, and door pockets, reflecting the functional luxury philosophy of the period.Fresh out of storage, the vehicle is not in running condition. It presents an opportunity for a full recommissioning or restoration project for those interested in early Mercedes-Benz cabriolet engineering and design. For $28,500