The 220 was Mercedes-Benz's bread and butter model, comprising the vast majority of cars manufactured, particularly for export, in the mid to late-1950s.

First introduced in 1951, the 220 was comfortable, well-built and attractive.

The W187-chassis Mercedes-Benz 220 was the first truly new model designed by Daimler after World War II.

The 1950s was a strong period for Mercedes-Benz, as the marque renewed its reputation for creating luxury vehicles.

The Cabriolet A was designed as an exclusive sporting vehicle, with a slightly raked windscreen and a folding third seat configured to make way for extra luggage.

The classic styling belied a technically advanced vehicle; press attention focused on the uprated 2,195 cc engine which produced 80 bhp, making for a 90 mph top speed.

When production ended in 1955, there was no direct successor, making this model unique in the company’s history.

This delightful Mercedes-Benz is finished in Elfenbein Ivory with Rojo leather interior and a bl...