1964 Mercedes-Benz 190c - Fintail | West Lothian

A 1964 Mercedes-Benz 190c, one of the Fintail saloons named for their modest rear fins. The fins had a job as well as a look: they helped drivers judge the back of the car when reversing. The model is known for its upright, roomy cabin, broad glass area and early crumple-zone safety engineering. This car is grey with a red interior, a restrained exterior that opens onto a warm, colourful cabin. It has the 1.9-litre petrol engine and dates from before the 1965 facelift, so it keeps the earlier lights and rear lamps. The tall glass and upright roofline keep passengers clearly visible from outside. For advertising, film and TV, the formal grille and small fins give a clear early-1960s look. Photographers and fashion and editorial teams get a red interior that adds colour to close shots, and the large windows let in plenty of light. Weddings and birthday outings suit it too. The car is based in West Lothian.