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£8,389

Ex–Lloyd Stearman 1960 Mercedes-Benz 220Sb Project

United States • 28 Jan 2025

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Vehicle Details

AI Listing Summary

This 1960 Mercedes-Benz 220Sb, once owned by Lloyd Stearman, is a running project with aviation-themed modifications and period documentation. It requires mechanical and cosmetic work due to age and storage.

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Condition 

4

The car has not been driven in 14 years and has cracked tires, corrosion, brake issues, and non-functional AC. Although the engine runs and some carburetor work was performed, significant recommissioning is required.

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Transmission:

Manual

Chassis No:

11101210002153

Odometer:

10,000 miles

Reg Number:

NTP 869

RHD/LHD:

LHD

TMU 2.2-Liter Inline-Six Four-Speed Manual Transmission Black Paint Gray MB-Tex Upholstery 13" Wheels w/ Bright Covers Dual Ignition Coils Altimeter, Tachometer, Ammeter & Vacuum Gauge Lever-Based Throttle Hand Controls Motorola Radio Sears Air Conditioning Period Registrations & Service Records
This 1960 Mercedes-Benz 220Sb was first owned by American aviator and entrepreneur Lloyd Stearman, who founded his eponymous aircraft manufacturer in 1927 and later served as president of Lockheed.

Stearman reportedly used the car on a driving tour of Europe before importing it into the United States, and ownership later passed to his daughter, who donated it to the Kansas Aviation Museum circa 2010.

The car has not subsequently been driven, although its 2.2-liter inline-six runs, and carburetor work has been performed following the selling dealer’s acquisition in early 2024.

Aviation-themed details consist of dual ignition coils, a lever-based throttle-control mechanism, and aftermarket ins...

Points of note

£2,915

Lowest Price (Since 2020)

£7,840

Median Price (Since 2020)

£13,392

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