1962 Mercedes-Benz 220SE

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-Black with Palomino leather interior, Black carpeting, Tan cloth convertible top, Rare 4-speed manual, 2.2 liter Inline 6-cylinder, Factory air conditioning, Retrosound radio, Extensively restored, Super condition throughout, Previous collector ownership. Mercedes-Benz debuted four new models at the Frankfurt Show in 1959 - the 220 SE among them. Longer than their predecessors, these elegant newcomers featured a wider radiator shell, wrap-around windscreen, wider rear window and vertically positioned twin headlamps. The new 220 SE retained the fuel-injected, single-overhead-camshaft engine of the previous 220 SE. Coup and Cabriolet models appeared in 1960 and 1961. More modern in style, the luxurious 220 SE Coup and Cabriolet were better appointed, being equipped as standard with a rev counter, leather upholstery and four-speed automatic transmission with floor-mounted gearchange lever or even more rare 4-speed manual as seen here. By the time production ceased in October 1965, fewer than 17,000 220 SE Coup and Cabriolet models had been manufactured, and today these stylish and luxuriously equipped Grand Tourers are highly prized. Purchased in 2012 by Dr. M. Jove, Atlanta, Georgia. Dr. Jove is a well-known collector with an affinity for Mercedes Benz motorcars. The 220 SE embarked on a total restoration. Completely stripped and acid dipped to unearth any imperfections, the 220 SE thus received, new factory floor panels, fenders and quarters supplied by Mercedes Benz. Over the years, Dr. Jove who's passion for the restoration process is unquestionable, has assembled a team of restoration specialists to perform his restorations in-house. The restoration left no stone unturned, only factory parts were used, the end result being a superb structural, mechanical and cosmetically restored 220 SE Cabriolet, currently on offer. With limited mileage since restoration, this spectacular 280 SE Cabriolet with rare 4-speed manual gearbox is sure to please, not only the enthusiast weekend driver, but also, the seasoned collector and concours entrant alike.