This 1959 Mercedes 220S is a Semi-Automatic, aka "Hydrak" which in German stands for "hydraulische kupplung" (hydraulic coupling). It was a factory-original, extra cost option and there is no clutch pedal. Instead, the hydraulic clutch engages by you touching the shift lever which is triggered electronically (German Engineering!). It's very comfortable, especially in rush hour traffic. Non of the Mercedes 220S Ponton of that period have power steering, hence the large steering wheel.
.. that's THE BEST old Mercedes video l have ever seen . The noise is incredible ( not to mention the steering 😂😂
Wow , louder than mine. But they are fine on the freeway’s. Very German.
It's actually very quiet but the rear window was open to clip the camera onto the glass (cam is picking up the outside noise).
Nice car, does it have power steering and didn't notice you using a clutch while shifting?
This 1959 Mercedes 220S is a Semi-Automatic, aka "Hydrak" which in German stands for "hydraulische kupplung" (hydraulic coupling). It was a factory-original, extra cost option and there is no clutch pedal. Instead, the hydraulic clutch engages by you touching the shift lever which is triggered electronically (German Engineering!). It's very comfortable, especially in rush hour traffic. Non of the Mercedes 220S Ponton of that period have power steering, hence the large steering wheel.
What is your asking price on this car?
@@surindermann Please see here: www.hemmings.com/classifieds/listing/1959-mercedes-benz-220s-los-angeles-ca-2656888
Thank you