MarketPlace: 1961 Mercedes-Benz 220 SEb Coupe 4-Speed
Vehicle Details
- Year: 1961
- Make: Mercedes-Benz
- Model: 220 SEb
- VIN: A1110211002136
- Mileage Shown: 37,215mi (5-digit odometer)
- Transmission: Manual
- Title Status: Registration
- Color: Medium Red
- Seller Type: Private Party
- Location: Montreal, QC H2C 1N8
- Country: Canada
- Lot #: V-0061677-MP
Produced between 1959 and 1971, the Mercedes-Benz W111 full-size luxury car is renowned for its build quality and distinctive “fintail” bodywork. The range was topped by the 220 SEb, powered by an M127 inline-six engine with Bosch mechanical fuel injection. This 1961 Mercedes-Benz 220 SEb Coupe was reportedly refinished in its factory-specified Medium Red over tan upholstery and features a sliding sunroof along with the rare manual transmission option. Originally delivered in the United States, it was imported to Canada in 2010, where it remained in Nova Scotia for the next 10 years before being acquired by the current owner, a retired mechanic in Quebec. This example is now being offered for auction on behalf of the owner.
Nicknamed Heckflosse or “fintail” for its distinctive pointed rear fenders, the W111 was originally designed by Friedrich Geiger and adapted into two-door coupe and cabriolet variants by Paul Bracq. This 220Seb is said to have been refinished in its original Medium Red shade. Equipment includes a sunroof, a chrome radiator grille with a raised hood ornament, chrome bumpers and rockers, a driver’s side mirror, front vent windows, a polished tailpipe, and 13” wheels with Mercedes-Benz emblemized hubcaps and BFGoodrich Silvertown Radial whitewall tires. Some chrome peeling is noted on the rear end. Detailed images are provided in the gallery.
Inside, the driver is greeted with tan upholstery complemented by a burgundy dashboard, a white-finished two-spoke steering wheel, and grey carpeting. Accessories include a Becker Europa II stereo, VDO instrumentation, a floor-mounted manual shifter, manual roll-up windows, a center console storage compartment, and a rear passenger fold-down center armrest. The seller notes the clock is currently inoperable.
Factory-rated at 120 HP, the 2.2-liter M127 inline-six engine features a Bosch mechanical fuel injection system. Power is sent to the rear wheels through a 4-speed manual transmission, and braking is handled by front discs and rear drums. The chassis includes an independent double-wishbone front suspension and a rear swing axle. The seller notes the engine was removed and comprehensively rebuilt under prior ownership. No outstanding service items have been reported.
This sale will include a Canadian registration.
The seller would like you to know: “Pillarless big coupe with a manual transmission!”
Comments (26)
Thanks to PcarMarket wonderful Crew & Top bidders. Car is Available with very reasonable Asking price, reflecting FMV Fair Market Value.
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@biscione @Ottavioserena Right on! Yes. Matching numbers & Color. Car cover included ( Pictures 148-149-150 ) white walls tires look great. Local mechanic can easily discard them if You become Next Custodian!
I assume all numbers matching…engine, chassis, etc. can you confirm…
Also does it come with a car cover…
The white wall tires don’t seem correct, never saw it before…
Thank you
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@BourbonGuy i will, DW. Breeze.
Can you or are you willing to help with sales and shipment to the US, specifically Tennessee? I understand there is a little more involved paperwork. Hopefully not subject to Pumkin Spiced Palpitine's tarriffs.
@BourbonGuy Thanks to Echo @Wdk57! 😁
Clutch was completely Redone, When engine was refurbished. Same with Brakes. And Tires. And the Paint. ( Acrylik to respect period correct protocole back then ) Less than 5000 miles Ago.
Gift from Husband Lawyer to his Lovely Wife, MD Surgeon in Halifax, Nova Scotia, at that time.
Current Owner, retired mechanic ( From Germany 🇩🇪 ) Very Familiar with the Brand) adjusted Everything to his Perfection ( Total Perfection ) and took VERY Good Care of it. Even to This Day.
He looked after everything, like White on Rice!
Apple of his Eyes this car his.
( for some Reason: He seeks C2 Corvette, in pristine Condition now ).
Compression test was recently Done. Perfect Results. No leak with the Sun roof. Original Dash.
No A/C
Any other Questions, Keep them coming, TYVM!
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Was there any work done on the clutch when the engine was rebuilt? Any compression testing after the engine work? Date codes on tires? Any known leaks with the sun roof? Is the dash original or had any fabrication done?. Does the A/C blow cold?
Thanks in advance. I echo Wdk57, Beautiful Lady!!
Beautiful lady
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