One-off vintage Mercedes that survived TWO world wars hits the market – with wooden steering wheel and convertible roof
A RARE vintage Mercedes that has survived two world wars has hit the market but interested petrolheads will need a fair sum of cash to nab the motor.
The pre-war classic has been owned by the same family for nearly 50 years with the restored car up for grabs from £200,000.
Images of the classic Landaulet show the light yellow vehicle with hand-painted light green stripes.
As a 1910 Mercedes 35PS Landaulette, the car has two main seats at the front with another couple in the rear which are foldable.
The vehicle also boasts a folding roof, perfect for the warmer weather in the summer months.
A matching wooden interior: the steering wheel, dashboard and brass details offer a sepia tone adding to the nostalgic feel of the ride.
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Forming part of a pre-war collection, the same family has kept hold of the incredible car for 49 years.
The classic fanatics held the rarity alongside a number of high-powered Mercedez-Benz cars and rare pre-war automobiles.
Restoring the car in the mid-70s, it has been estimated that the work would have cost around £30,000.
The one-of-a-kind Mercedes has been set to be auctioned very son in London.
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On December12, Bonhams Cars will look to pass the vehicle on to the next lucky owner.
The online listing reads: "The Mercedes is finished in a striking light yellow with contrasting hand-painted light green stripes and has recently undergone recommissioning work in preparation for sale by pre-war experts Parkes Restorations.
"The history file contains a Daimler Chrysler certificate and copy despatch record.
"The car currently has a revised body and an earlier (8,500cc) engine than fitted originally."
