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1964 Mercedes-Benz 220SE 'Fintail' Historic Rally Car (W111)

£25,000
Posted in Competition cars

Summary

If you fancy some classic rallying without sacrificing your creature comforts, this handsome, 2.2-litre, six-cylinder 'Fintail' may be the answer.

Eligible Organisers & series

  • HERO-ERA

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Full description

To be auctioned on Saturday 30th September by Classic Car Auctions at the Warwickshire Event Centre. 

Guide Price: £20,000 - £25,000


  • Launched in 1959, the W111 was quickly dubbed the Heckflosse (Fintail) in Germany
  • This right-hand drive car was fully prepared for historic rallying in 1999 by Martin Cushway
  • A new engine was sourced in Germany in 1999 and rebuilt in 2006
  • Specification includes a full roll-cage, front disc brakes, underside skid protection, fire extinguishers, full safety harness / belts, race / rally front seats, upgraded suspension with Bilstein shocks, heavy-duty springs together with the addition of an upgraded torsion bar
  • Complete with a Brantz timer and other rally-related equipment 
  • Has successfully competed in major regularity rallies since 1999 including the Monte Carlo Challenge , HERO Le Jog, Historic Van Vlaandern, The Scottish Malts and The Three Castles
  • A fast, powerful and sure-footed rally car with an element of comfort thrown in for that long-distance rally, there is even room for a suitcase or two !
  • Has formed part of a small eclectic collection in recent years and used sparingly of late so an element of recommissioning is to be expected

Tags

  • Classic Rallying
  • Mercedes
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