Mercedes-Benz 180D

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Mercedes-Benz 180D


Mercedes

Mercedes-Benz 180D

1953 - 1962
Country:
Germany
Engine:
4 cyl. diesel
Capacity:
1767 - 1988 cc
Power:
40 - 48 bhp
Transmission:
4 spd. man
Top Speed:
70-75 mph / 116-120 km/h
Number Built:
152,983
Collectability:
2 star
Mercedes 180D
Mercedes-Benz 180D
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Our Rating: 2

Introduction



As was usual for the time (and often so today) the release of the diesel version of the 180 model would follow that of the petrol engined variety. As would be expected, the two vehicles (petrol and diesel) were almost identical, except of course in their engines.

The 180D diesel engine was identical to that of the 170Db, but the rear axle ratio had been reduced and, in September 1955, the engine output was raised to 43 horsepower.

In April 1958 "wind wings" were added to the front door windows, although in every other regard the body remained the same.

Nevertheless when compared to the post-war 170 model, the Mercedes 180D offered a fresh new look, far more modern than the old 30's style 170.

The 180D used a four door unitary bodyshell which formed the basis for many other Mercedes saloon models. As with all Mercedes cars the 180D was well built and offered excellent reliability.

It came as no surprise to the Europeans that the 180D was soon out-selling the petrol driven model, particularly given the cars economy and durability.

To demonstrate this reliability, several 180D's were entered into the rugged Mille Miglia race in 1955 - a race that had been the turf of powerful sports cars. A special "Diesel" classification was made to cater for these rather utalitarian entries, along with a hand full of other diesel entries.

Of course the Mercedes took out all three top spots in the 922 mile race for the new diesel category, averaging a more than respectable 60 miles per hour throughout the event.

In 1961 a new 1988cc overhead cam engine replaced the old unit, vastly improving its performance. This overhead cam engine remained in the 180D until the car was superseded in 1962).
1959 Mercedes-Benz 180 D
Mercedes-Benz 180D

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