W110 Mercedes-Benz 190 Dc black diesel pearl, 1963

The Mercedes W110 debuted in April 1961, receiving many elements of the larger W111 model. Both cars were called winged cars, distinguished by their conservatively designed body lines, with clearly marked fins on the rear fenders. These are influences of American design, which was attempted to be transferred in a more modest form to Europe. The fins served a decorative function, but also made parking easier by clearly marking where we could back out. Instead of six-cylinder engines (which were fitted to the W111), the W110 offered less than 2-litre four-cylinders, in a choice of petrol or diesel versions. The body featured a previously unknown level of passive safety and was the first to have engineered crumple zones. Durability, reliability and driving comfort for a long time became the hallmark of these cars. The presented Mercedes 190Dc is a diesel version, imported from the USA and recently subjected to comprehensive renovation works.

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