Price: US $225,000.00 SOLD OUT
1955 Mercedes-Benz 300 b Cabriolet D "Adenauer"This 1955 Mercedes-Benz 300 b Cabriolet D was the factory show car for the 1955 Toronto National Motor Show. It is 1 of only 59 Cabriolet D's built in 1955. A 3 owner car from new, it is believed to be the chauffeured driven car used by the German Consulate in New York when the First Chancellor of the Federal Republic of Germany, Konrad Adenauer visited New York. This is how it obtained its nickname, "The Adenauer". It was then owned by an affluent lady who owned & lovingly cared for the car for 57 years, until her death last year at age 91.The current owner welcomed this special Mercedes into his collection and took it to a renowned Rolls Royce specialist. It has undergone a complete mechanical restoration, from the motor being fully flushed & gone through, the cooling system, the braking system with all new hoses, wheels cylinders etc, the fuel system, the carburetors, clutch, transmission, the electric ride control suspension - everything has been gone through and brought to the mechanical integrity that makes it a very reliable, enjoyable car that will bring years of enjoyment at Concours rallies and other touring events. All parts were bought from Mercedes-Benz Classic Car Center in California, and the current owner even had a set of tires made especially for the car that took over 3 1/2 months to produce. A total of over $40k was spent!Maintained in largely original condition throughout, the original interior and convertible top are untouched on this 300 b. Over 30 percent of the paint is believed to be original, with newer paint applied to the front end and finished to a high standard so that is nearly undetectable without close examination. The car has been serviced by noted restorer Jim Capaldi for the past 30 years with invoices documenting work; most recently, the fuel tank was restored, an electric fuel pump added, and carburetors rebuilt so that it runs and drives as it should. The car is equipped with a full factory tool kit, complete set of original fitted luggage, top boot, jack assembly, and emergency parts kit. A Data Card accompanies the car, along with a modest file of receipts and correspondence (including an amusing letter from the second owner to his mechanic complaining about a $92 tune up in 1963), plus title history dating back decades.This beautiful Mercedes shows just 55,197 miles on the odometer, and is verified on the title as ACTUAL! To view additional pictures, please click HEREThis car is located in St. Petersburg, FL and may be seen by appointment only. We encourage and will make car available for pre-purchase inspections. Please email or call Mike with any questions. Check out our other auctions for more great cars & parts! Good luck & Happy Bidding!
| Condition: | Used | Year: | 1955 |
| VIN (Vehicle Identification Number): | 1860145500359 | Mileage: | 55197 |
| Model: | 300-Series | Sub Model: | 300 b Cabriolet D |
| Interior Color: | Red | For Sale By: | Dealer |
| Exterior Color: | Yellow | Trim: | 300 b Cabriolet D |
| Vehicle Title: | Clean | Transmission: | Manual |
| Fuel Type: | Gasoline | Make: | Mercedes-Benz |
| Body Type: | Convertible |
