Just wanted to share a client's recent acquisition- a 1969 220D that has been in storage since 1982.



When the original owner passed away, the car was left for time to take its toll. Thankfully, the /8 aged gracefully into the realm of patina. With the exception of a repaint prior to sitting, the car is original and unmolested. The interior is wholesome, only minor wear and tear from use no rips, cracks do plague the dash. Minimal rust when you compare it to other W115's put in similar situations.

W115's were straightforward cars, unless ordered otherwise. This particular example has a variety of options. Manual Sunroof, Automatic Column Shift, Becker Grand Prix and a Shortwave Radio in the glovebox.

First order of business for a barn fresh W115 is to determine the condition of the motor. Removed the injectors, applied some lube and effort was made to turn the engine with a 27 at the crank. A pleasant sound of movement and quarter turn later we called it a successful night.

In the coming weeks, the car will be started for the first time in 28 years and evaluated from there. In the mean time, here's some photos--Enjoy!


Belts are still tensioned



You probably can't tell its past 8pm


Short Wave Radio


Grand Prix


Intact map pockets anyone?


Cluster and the Intruments




A hint of what's in store




More to come