1960 Mercedes Benz 190 'Ponton'

1960 Mercedes Benz 190 'Ponton'The Mercedes Benz 190 saloon was nicknamed the 'Ponton' after the German word for 'Pontoon' referring to its ponton styling, a prominent styling trend that unified the previously articulated hood, body, fenders and running boards into a singular, often slab sided envelope. Developed originally from the very successful but less lively Mercedes Benz 180 model, the 190 possesses several points of mechanical interest in addition to the OHC engine. Amongst

8 V6 twin-turbo

It presents in the amazing Azzurro Blue Metallic with original interiors

thus Alpina-built cars are branded and registered as Alpina instead of BMW

it was introduced at the Genova Motor Show in 1963 and manufactured in three variants: - Berlina 4-door Saloon - 2-door Coupe’ - Sport The Lancia Fulvia Sport was a fastback 2-seater based on Coupé mechanicals

and remains

The Morgan +4 is a classic sports car that combines timeless design with modern performance and engineering

and the Elite offered no respite

The original carb set was upgraded to a new Del Orto PHF 36 DS/DD carb set and the badging on the tank are original Moto Guzzi badges imported from Italy

Unrestored and in concourse condition

Mint condition

Born from Lancia's rally heritage

a prestige motorcycle and has been described as a 'work of mechanical art