Mercedes-Benz 220 SE W128
Year of Manufacture: 1959
Power: 115 hp
Engine Displacement: 2,195 cm3
Number of Cylinders/Valves: 6/2
Weight: 1,380 kg
Condition: drivable
Catalog Number: 276
Introduction
The Mercedes-Benz 220 SE W128 is a six-cylinder luxury car produced in 1958 and 1959. It was the last new model of the “Ponton” series, which traced its design and style roots back to the 1953 Mercedes-Benz 180 (W120) sedan. It was largely identical to its predecessor, the 220 S, except for fuel injection — “Einspritzung” in German — reflected by the additional E in its name 220 SE. The W128 was succeeded by the emerging W111 series.
Technical Specifications
The 220 SE features a unibody construction with a chassis that has fully independent suspension. All models are equipped with a 2.2-liter inline six-cylinder petrol engine with an aluminum head and Bosch mechanical fuel injection. This injection was intermittent into the intake manifold, enabling the 2.2-liter engine to produce 115 horsepower. This stronger engine delivered better performance with lower fuel consumption but came at a cost: 1,900 DM more than the carburetor version.
Production
Almost every interior is covered with wood and leather, and matching leather luggage was also available. However, original equipment for the 220 SE did not include power steering, electric windows, air conditioning, or automatic transmission.
Market
This model was available as a sedan, coupe, convertible, and limousine.
Sales
A total of 1,974 units were produced in the four-door limousine configuration.
