230S. Discovered During Exploration

[MagicPod]

Observed this object today while walking the dog. I have resided in the region for over 20 years and have never observed it before. Although it appears rather deteriorated externally, the interior was unexpectedly well-preserved.

One can envision its aesthetic appeal with sufficient time and unlimited financial resources.

[MagicPod]

[MagicPod]

[MagicPod]

[Lemmand]

I suppose that the interior is what maintains the cohesion of the underbelly!

[Cincoon]

Registered in Norfolk in September 1966 and untaxed since December 1980, indicating an extended period of inactivity.

[Cincoon]

https://vehicleenquiry.service.gov.uk/VehicleFound?locale=en

[Cincoon]

Nonetheless, a V5C was issued in August of this year, suggesting that someone may be preparing to restore it or consign it to the banger track.

[Tearcarl]

The 200, 230, and 230S were components of the facelifted, or second generation, Heckflossen, launched in 1965. A notable feature of the blue vehicle depicted above is its retention of the correct, original wing mirrors, which were originally intended for door mounting; however, many dealers installed them on the wings, where they remained functional due to the wraparound windscreen. Upon closer inspection, you will observe them positioned correctly on my black automobile, further down.


My friend's 230 (not S) featured the shorter bonnet and round headlamps characteristic of the 190, which remained a W110 but was equipped with a six-cylinder engine, now up to 2.3L.

This was essentially a sequel to my Ponton 219 W105, which was really a 190 equipped with the six-cylinder engine from the larger 220.

Further information is available on the heckflosse.nl website, which offers engaging content.

[Tearcarl]

https://www.heckflosse.nl/200230.htm

[Tearcarl]

The 230S succeeded the 220S as a W111 model, featuring an enlarged 2.3L engine and twin carburettors, along with additional chrome accents to differentiate it from the 220S. Below are several images of my black 230S, which appeared to be in satisfactory condition upon acquisition, despite extensive prior welding work. Unfortunately, significant rust remains in hard-to-reach areas. Additionally, I have included a couple of images of my 220S.

[Tearcarl]

The 230S was marginally downgraded relative to the 220S, which had been the pinnacle of the pre-facelift W111 series, positioned just beneath the W112 300SE in the previous lineup.

Eugen Bohringer successfully rallied a W112 300SE for Mercedes-Benz in the early sixties, and I believe this vehicle is still displayed in the foyer of the Hotel Bohringer in Stuttgart, managed by his family.

[Tearcarl]

In 1965, the W112 was terminated and succeeded by the more contemporary W108 and subsequently the W109 series.

The initial W108 model was the 250S, succeeded by the 250SE, which was eventually replaced by the 280S and 280SE.


This vehicle was owned by a Club member, but I believe it has since been sold.

[AmericaMonster]

These are rather inexpensive in the US; I have located a reliable rust-free model nearby that includes air conditioning but need a gearbox replacement.

[AmericaMonster]

https://www.facebook.com/login/?next=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.facebook.com%2Fmarketplace%2Fitem%2F2325342897983187

[AmericaMonster]

I anticipate he will encounter difficulties in achieving his asking price because to the gearbox issue.