1959 Mercedes-Benz 220S

Continental Autosports, an Official Ferrari Dealer since 1975, offers this highly original 1959 Mercedes-Benz 200S finished in red on red. The 220 a was succeeded in March 1956 by the 220 S, which was externally almost identical, but had an upgraded version of the 2.2L inline-six (100 PS (74 kW; 99 hp), later 106 PS (78 kW; 105 hp)), due to the use of twin-carburetors. The 220 S was available with a 4-speed column shift manual transmission, with an optional Hydrak automatic clutch. This made use of small microswitches on the gear selector that automatically disengaged the clutch when the driver changed gears. Many cars have subsequently been converted to use a regular manual clutch, due to the high maintenance costs of continuing to use the Hydrak clutch. Due to space limitations, all inventory cannot be kept on premises. Inventory viewing can be expected by next day appointment only. Please call the day before or earlier to schedule an appointment.