Lot 564: 1966 Mercedes 220SEb Cabriolet

This one-owner 220SEb Cabriolet has been fastidiously maintained throughout its life and further benefits from a £40,000 total restoration, completed in 2000, which has stood the test of time so well because, most importantly, the car was not in poor condition in the first place. The restoration encompassed the following: a full engine rebuild including crankshaft, pistons and con-rod balancing by Gosnays Engineering; unleaded/LPG conversion; re-polishing of the original wood fittings; new convertible mohair hood and lining (plus other upholstery items) faithfully reproducing the original and including a new wooden rear spar (custom made in America); re-plating of brightwork; bare metal re-spray (engine, suspension, interior and hood removed) in original Mercedes silver blue metallic, including first two coats with epoxy mastic cured resin and extensive use of lead loading; all door, glass and other rubber seals renewed; new windscreen; new brakes and gas suspension. The cream leather interior remains original and retains its original Becker FM/MW/SW radio (with iPod interface). Post restoration the car has been maintained by marque specialists Rodger Edwards Motors, of Wembley, Middlesex and comes with associated service history. This car has been serviced by Rodger Edwards within the last 3,000 miles, which is in addition to the monthly maintenance undertaken by the vendor: greasing the suspension, cables, etc, in accordance with the manufacturer’s recommendations. This elegant 1960s four-seat convertible boasts disc brakes, power steering, fuel injection and automatic transmission, and can be driven without any allowances being made for its age as well as affording the additional benefit of low-cost classic car insurance. The vehicle is offered with restoration invoices and photographic record (120-plus pictures), owner’s handbook, MoT to March 2007 and Swansea V5 registration document. No reserve.