Mercedes-Benz - 219 - 1959

A classic Mercedes 219, this model is known as W105, and also as the 'large Ponton' with a six-cylinder inline engine. Quite rare, it is a model positioned between the smaller W120 Ponton series and the larger S 220 class. The father of the last Swedish owner bought the car in 1963; at that time, the car had only had one owner since its manufacture in 1959. Since the family bought the car, all receipts have been kept, and nearly every fuel fill-up has been documented. Every summer, the family went on vacation to the Tornevalley in Sweden, and they also traveled with the car to the Netherlands and England. In the mid-1980s, a newer car was purchased, and the Mercedes was mostly parked in a heated garage. The family also bought a donor car, which provided many of the spare parts included with the Mercedes.

Mercedes had always driven in Sweden until a few weeks ago; recently, he was exported to the Netherlands.

Documents

The car can be delivered with Swedish EU Export documents for an additional fee of 50 euros, allowing a potential foreign new owner to easily register the car in their country.

Bodywork

In the 1980s, the car underwent rust repairs and was repainted. Aluminum inner panels were made to reduce the risk of new rust formation, and a stainless steel exhaust system was installed, which is still underneath today.
The bottom side is reasonable, and undoubtedly, improvement is possible.

Technical

In 1995, the last Swedish owner handed down the family heirloom, and since then, he has driven it for only about 5,000 km. The fuel pump and radiator were refurbished a few years ago, and in 2025, the brake shoes, wheel cylinders, master brake cylinder, and carburetor were overhauled. The 219 brakes well, steers properly, starting is a bit hesitant, but once it reaches operating temperature, it functions perfectly.
The Mercedes is delivered with various boxes of spare parts, documentation consisting of receipts and inspection reports (see photos), and three sets of keys.

Interior

Over time, the ceiling lining became ugly, so the owner sewed a new ceiling lining that is still in the car. He also installed retractable safety belts for extra safety. The interior is tidy, with signs of use. The fuel gauge works a bit hesitantly.
The seller has many contacts domestically and internationally and can help you find addresses where new and used parts are sold.

Transport:

The car is located in Hengevelde, Netherlands, and can naturally be picked up there. The car can be delivered within the Netherlands for an additional 150 euros (excluding VAT), excluding the Wadden Islands.

The seller can have the car delivered relatively inexpensively across the entire EU by a professional carrier.