1961 Mercedes-Benz 300 d Adenauer

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**** Attention : RELISTED DUE TO BIDDER FROM GERMANY ( Time waster ). Please do not bid if you are not a serious buyer . **** Listed for Sale is my Beautiful 1961 Mercedes-Benz 300 d Adenauer with very RARE OEM Options. Previous Owner listed the following narrative regarding the Vehicle : Authentically restored by Owner / Driver over a 12 year time period. Originally 71,000 Miles, the Car now has 72,965 Miles. History ; The Car was delivered new in Italy to a Doctor who arranged for overseas delivery to the U.S. where he lived in Brooklyn, New York. He drove the Car until the early 1970's until it was taken off the road for mechanical repairs. However, the work was never completed and the Car remained in storage until my purchase from a re-seller in 1998 ; Effectively making me the second Owner. The Restoration was begun several years later and finished in 2012 ; Engine rebuild ( including distributor, Injectors, Injection pump, etc. ), Chassis Renovation ( Brakes, Suspension, Exhaust, Wheels, etc. ), Paint in Original Rare Color of Blau / Grau DB XXX, Re-chroming, Leather Upholstery, Wood Dash and Interior Trim, Radio and Electrical. Special features include a pair of Super RARE OEM Removable Headrest in matching Blue Leather, Rare Bosch Exterior Horns ( refer to Mercedes Service Book page # 11, Pictures of six ( 6 ) possible Options ) . Power Steering and Brakes, Becker Mexico AM / FM Signal seeking Radio with Becker Short wave Converter, Original Hirshman all Wave power Antenna, Capacitor Discharge Ignition, VDO Tachometer, 4 way emergency Flasher, Rear seat Courtesy light and opera reading lights. Owner / Restorer posted many problem solving Technical articles on the Original MBZ 300 Club Forum. Headrest are optional Accessory for the 300 d and no other Mercedes. They are difficult to find and require the chrome mounting Cleats which are even more difficult to source. A pair will bring $ 2,000.00 easily, more if the chrome Mountings are included.**** This a very Striking and Impressive vehicle that is fully functional, with no rust issues and is ready to drive and enjoy ! Even the Original Clock still works !! A very imposing Classic that draws a crowd every where it is driven. The Adenauer was the vehicle of Choice for Presidents, Diplomats, Kings, The Agha Khan, Movie Stars and even the Pope ! President Kennedy rode in one ( Convertible - Google 300 d Adenauer ). The build quality is incredible and the doors close like a Bank Vault ! Dare to compare to common Rolls / Bentleys of the same Era.Cost more than three (3) Cadillacs when built. Now is the time to buy before prices go through the Stratosphere. A lot of Car for the Money ! I have a Clear Calif. Title in my name and it is currently Registered. Restoring a 300 d today will cost north of $ 100,000.00 Dollars. Why wait and deal with all the hassle ? This Car is ready to enjoy NOW. **** The Flag staffs on the Car are affixed with Magnets and can be easily removed for storage or change of appearance. Serious Buyers can call me at *** 510 334-1525, *** as I prefer to answer questions via phone as opposed to texts / e-mails. Seller reserves the right to end the Auction at any time, as the Vehicle is for Sale locally. Sale will be Final with no Warranties expressed or implied. In fairness to serious bidders, the Reserve will not be revealed prior to the end of Auction. Thanks and good luck bidding.**** 510 334-1525 ****