1958 Mercedes Benz 190D (Ponton Bakkie)
Ultra-rare 1958 Mercedes-Benz 190D Ponton Bakkie for sale at German Autohaus Classics in Bryanston 🇿🇦.
This exceptional classic is powered by the legendary 1.9L diesel engine paired with a manual transmission, showing only 53,000 miles on the clock.
What makes this bakkie truly special is its South African heritage. These Ponton pickups were not factory-built in Germany but were converted locally in South Africa to meet the country’s demand for light commercial vehicles. Fewer than 150 examples of the 190D bakkie are believed to have been produced, making this one of the rarest classic Mercedes-Benz commercial vehicles in existence. By the late 1950s, only a few hundred Ponton bakkies of all types were on South African roads, and very few have survived to this day, making this a serious collector’s piece.
The mileage is displayed in miles because many of these vehicles were built using export-spec instrumentation or converted with imperial gauges, which was common on certain South African and export-market commercial vehicles at the time. This adds to its authenticity and historical character.
This is not just a classic — it is a piece of South African motoring history, combining Mercedes-Benz engineering with local ingenuity. Ideal for collectors, museums, classic utility enthusiasts, or anyone looking to own something truly unique.
💰 Price: R1,150,000
📍 Available for viewing at:
German Autohaus Classics
277 Main Rd, Cramerview Village Centre, Bryanston, Johannesburg, 2191
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