This Mercedes is one of the first W114’s ever built. It belongs to the so called 0.5 Series. The time span of the 0.5 Series lasted only from April 1968 to May 1969.
Specific details to the 0.5 Series were:
- Different door card design
- Different chrome strip C- Pillar
- Different middle console design (small ash tray)
- Grill made of aluminium instead of plastic
The engine is a 2.3 litre straight six petrol engine. The car has been imported from South Africa and although it has been used for the last 40 years it represents a good basis for a restoration. The body is still in original condition and will need only minor repair work.
The restoration is carried out to a budget and will include:
- new paint
- interior swap
- overhauled carburettors
- overhauled brakes all around
- new window and door seals
- installation of power steering system
The 230 before the restoration:
Partially taking the car apart.
I am very happy with the substance (very good for a 0.5 Series!).
The front sill sections need some welding. Other than that it is solid, just some surface rust here and there.
