An incredible engine and chassis swap transform this Mercedes Ponton sedan from the 1950s into a truly incredible build, now with the iconic naturally aspirated 6.2-litre AMG V8 engine the power unit churns out 450 horsepower, built by London-based Xtreem Motors.
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The Mercedes-Benz “Ponton” series are a range of sedans / saloon car models from Daimler-Benz, introduced starting in 1953, and subsequently nicknamed ‘Ponton’, referring to its ponton styling, a prominent styling trend that unified the previously articulated hood, body, fenders and runnings boards into a singular, often slab-sided envelope.
The robust construction and timeless design made the pontoon a real classic. The W 121 therefore holds a special place in automotive history as it continued the Mercedes legacy while at the same time doing pioneering work for future generations. But this monster from the pictures is different!
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The interior is fully W204 C63 AMG, without the extra insulation and padding, no air bags either, there are red leather seats in there, AMG three-point harnesses, and an AMG steering wheel in leather with contrasting red stitching, while the door cards are exposed metal.This ghostly incarnation conceals a potent heart, grafting the classic structure onto a formidable W204 C63 AMG chassis.
