1958 Mercedes-Benz Ponton 220S 39. 12 Miles Exterior: Black Interior: Red 6 Cylinder 2195cc Straight Six Gasoline Engine with Aluminum Head Single Chain driven Overhead Camshaft Bosch Mechanical Fuel Injection 4 Speed Manual Transmission Leather Interior No Power Steering. Windows. Air Conditioning. or Automatic Transmission The Ponton was Daimler-Benz first totally new Mercedes-Benz series of passenger vehicles produced after World War II. The nickname comes from the German word for "pontoon" and refers to the definition of pontoon fenders and postwar styling trend. subsequently called ponton styling. It is powered by a 2. 2-liter six-cylinder engine capable of producing 125 horsepower. There is a four-speed manual gearbox and servo assisted drum brakes on all four-wheels. The 220S Mercedes-Benz model was available in either Saloon. Coupe. or convertible configuration. The interior featured leather seats and exotic material used throughout the vehicle. such as the mahogany wood trim. The 'S-Class' designation of Mercedes-Benz. during its early history. usually represented the largest and most spacious luxury vehicle in the marque's lineup. In other cases. the 'S-Class' represented that the vehicle required premium fuel due to the higher compression ratio and high output engines. Beginning the mid-1950s. the 220S (W128) was produced in limited numbers. with production continuing until October of 1959. A total of 3. 29 units were created during that time with 2178 being convertibles. The 220S featured a unitized body and frame with a fully independent suspension setup. All models were given the 2. 2-liter version of the straight six engine with aluminum heads. overhead camshaft. and Bosch mechanical fuel injection. The column mounted four speed manual gearbox was available with an automatic clutch. This vehicle was factory equipped with the Becker multi-band radio. clock. and many other Mercedes-Benz accessories. This Mercedes 220S has been restored to its original condition! It runs and drives excellent. 100% ready for its new driver!! Don't miss your chance to own this very RARE Mercedes-Benz Please Contact Chris with any questions at 707-688-3932.