The 22/50 was one of the first series cars by Mercedes with a v-shaped radiator. It already features the famous three-pointed star which was first protected in 1911 as a trademark for Mercedes cars. The radiator design of the 22/50 was regarded as ultra-modern at its time and remained a typical feature of Mercedes cars for many years. The boat like form of the body was also regarded as stylish in this period shortly before WW1.