Mercedes-Benz W105

 👉Mercedes-Benz W105: The Ponton Model

➡️Origins and Design

• The W105 was part of the “Ponton” family, characterized by its distinctive pontoon styling—a post-war design innovation that unified a car’s previously articulated bonnet, wings, body, and running boards into a singular, slab-sided envelope.
• Introduced in 1956, the W105 combined elements from other Mercedes models, creating an intermediate option between luxury and entry-level offerings.

➡️Key Specifications:

• Engine: The Mercedes 219 (internally W105) featured a 2.2 L inline 6-cylinder engine.
• Bodyshell: It shared the stretched nose of the more luxurious W128 and W180 models (220a and 220 S), while using the regular standard wheelbase cabin from the 4-cylinder Mercedes W120/W121 models (180 and 190).
• Wheelbase and Length: The 219 had a shorter wheelbase and total length compared to the 220 S but was larger than the 190.
• Distinctive Feature: One-piece windows in the rear doors, unlike the 220a and 220S with separate quarter windows.
• Interior: Simpler instrumentation and bakelite trim instead of woodgrain.

➡️Legacy:

The Mercedes-Benz W105, nicknamed “Ponton,” bridged the gap between luxury and affordability. Its elegant design and balanced performance made it a popular choice during its production years—a true testament to post-war automotive innovation.