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On 28 June 1926, Daimler-Motoren-Gesellschaft and Benz & Cie. merged to form Daimler-Benz AG. The previously independent Mercedes and Benz brands thus became the new joint sales name Mercedes-Benz. The products with the star and laurel wreath quickly earned a reputation for outstanding quality and high technical maturity, which also won over the German leadership in the 1930s. After the war, Daimler-Benz pioneered accident research and passive safety. Today, Mercedes-Benz vehicles are among the most popular classic cars: Of the ten most popular models in Germany, five bear the three-pointed star.
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Car fans once dreamed of top-of-the-range or super sports cars. Since the turn of the millennium, however, hypercars have been regarded as the ultimate in automotive transportation. But whether they offer real driving pleasure is doubtful. To prove this thesis, this article takes you through the development of the sports car up to the present day and shows many of the cars mentioned in pictures.
Six-wheeled off-road vehicles with the three-pointed star have not just been around since 2014. Almost 90 years earlier, they were already experimenting with a Mercedes-Benz for rough terrain in Stuttgart. The off-road Benz began as an experiment for the army of the Weimar Republic and ended up as a status symbol of the leadership in the Third Reich. This article tells the story of the Mercedes models G 1 to G 4 and shows them in many historical pictures.
At the beginning of the 1930s, Mercedes Benz engaged in works racing disguised as private outings. The Mercedes Benz SSKL, which could be recognized by its perforated chassis, was created as a racing car. This report provides an insight into the history of the SSKL and its brother SSK, explaining their differences and characteristics. Many historical pictures illustrate the unusual design and its successes.
"Zeppelin on wheels" was still one of the more benevolent names for the car in which Manfred von Brauchitsch competed in the 1932 Avusrennen. The Mercedes-Benz SSKL with streamlined bodywork became much better known as the unflattering "cucumber". However, the scorn of the spectators soon turned to cheers when they realized what the young German racing driver was capable of. This article explains the origins of the unique bodywork and how it was the first to receive the nickname that racing cars from Untertürkheim still bear today.
Mercedes-Benz was already thinking about a front-wheel drive passenger car with a transverse engine in the mid-1930s. However, while the more conventional variants of the Mercedes-Benz 130/150/170 were built, only the construction plans of the front-wheel drive transverse-engined 130 exist. This article describes the development history and the main design features of the time and shows the various construction variants in pictures and on construction plans.
With the compact Mercedes-Benz 130, the Stuttgart-based manufacturer wanted to build a passenger car for new customer groups. The water-cooled rear engine broke new ground and the unusual exterior set it apart from the competition. However, customers did not really want to buy it, and this did not change when the 130 was further refined into the 170 H. This vehicle report portrays a Mercedes-Benz 130 from 1935, rolls up its development history and shows the related types 150 and 170 H together with the 130 in historical photos and brochures.
With the further development of the successful Mercedes-Benz W25, Stuttgart took a wrong turn. The more powerful new engine was above all heavier; the alternative was light but unreliable. The shorter wheelbase did not make the racer with the in-line eight-cylinder more manageable, but only more nervous. This article tells the story of the development of the beautiful 1936 Silver Arrow, which started out strong and then faded sharply, only to disappear again after just two victories and not even a full season.
If Gustav Röhr had been able to assert himself at Mercedes-Benz, history would have taken a different course and entire model ranges would have been front-wheel drive. Despite extensive design work, however, all test vehicles were scrapped and, after Röhr's death, rear-wheel drive was retained until the launch of the A-Class 60 years later. This article looks back at an innovative phase at Mercedes-Benz and shows some of the few surviving photographs.
Being able to experience a 1935 luxury car behind the wheel means looking back to the deep Middle Ages of motoring history. Driving a pre-war luxury car is very different from what modern motorists are used to. Roger Gloor introduces us to the secrets of the Mercedes-Benz 500 K and succinctly illustrates the specifics of this sought-after classic.
The almost perfectly documented Mercedes-Benz model history harbors a great mystery: the Type 150 Sportroadster from 1935. Our author and photographer Wolfgang Blaube experienced the only surviving example of the fascinating mid-engined two-seater live behind the wheel - and found many previously unknown details in the fog of history.
What does a 23-year-old GI do who is supposed to complete his US military service in Stuttgart in 1956? He is naturally interested in cars and in many cases buys a "Beetle", possibly an Isetta or a Kabinenroller, and more rarely a used 356 Porsche. In our case here, the soldier opted for a 1935 Mercedes Benz 500 K Cabriolet, which he used for many trips during his service. He later parted with the vehicle, but would like to see it again. This report tells the whole story and asks for relevant information in the search.
In 1931, Mercedes-Benz presented the "170" at the Paris Motor Show. This car marked the beginning of a new era for the famous brand, as never before had a vehicle with the three-pointed star achieved higher sales figures. And rightly so. This report tells the story of the Mercedes-Benz 170 and describes the experience of driving an open-top model, illustrated with many historical photographs.
In the autumn of 1936, Rudolf Caracciola set five international class records and one world record in a Mercedes-Benz record-breaking car with a V12 engine, a driving and technical masterpiece that cannot be praised enough. This report looks back at the events of that time and adds historical research into the world record car, supplemented with many contemporary and present-day pictures.
Between 1936 and 1940, Mercedes Benz built the 260 D, the world's first series-produced diesel car. Due to its economy, durability and comfortable space, the 260 D was mainly used as a cab, but private individuals also bought one of the cars produced in 1967, which were available in various body versions. This report looks back at the development of the Mercedes Benz 260 D and shows the car and technology in many historical illustrations.
After the debacle with the W25 in 1936 and the lessons learned, Rudolf Uhlenhaut built a winning car for 1937, the W 125, which took full advantage of the 750 kg formula. This report describes how Uhlenhaut joined the racing team, what his contribution was and how the famous W 125 came into being, illustrated with many historical and current pictures.
When car enthusiasts think of the products of the Swabian luxury company Mercedes-Benz from the 1920s and 1930s, the models that usually spring to mind are those that, like the 500K, were in the absolute luxury class or, like the SSK, battled for victory and prestige on racetracks all over the world. But there were vehicles from Sindelfingen in a lower class, such as the W142 series. This report looks back at the 320 built from 1937 onwards and its various versions and shows them in many pictures.
For the three-liter formula introduced in 1938, both Mercedes-Benz and Auto Union designed new racing cars that were based on concepts proven in previous years, but differed substantially in their design - front engine at Mercedes, mid-engine at Auto Union. Rudolf Uhlenhaut compensated for the disadvantages of the front-mounted engine with many individual design solutions, while Robert Eberan von Eberhorst built on proven Porsche concepts and was able to rely on comparatively simple yet effective solutions. This report compares the Mercedes-Benz W 154 with the Auto Union Type D in detail and with the aid of many pictures, some of which have never been shown before.
Even before the Second World War, the Mercedes-Benz 170 V of the W 136 model series sold extremely well. After the war, however, it was successfully rebuilt, because even after 15 years of construction, it was still technically modern. Another 70 years later, you can still feel how good the 170 V was back then and why its owners loved it. This driving report is about a Mercedes-Benz 170 Va from 1950, tells the story of the model and shows the vehicles in current and historical pictures. Brochures and a sound sample are also included.
With the 170 S, Mercedes-Benz presented the first new design of the post-war period, even if, on closer inspection, it was more of a mixture and evolution of pre-war models. One of the more than 28,000 examples built between 1949 and 1952 was used by Marilyn Monroe in the mid-sixties. This car is presented in many pictures in this article.
The Stuttgart-based manufacturer sold 1278 Mercedes Benz 220 Cabriolet A models between 1951 and 1955, several dozen of which were used by Japanese artist Hiro Yamagata as the background for his "Earthly Paradise" series. This report portrays one of the valuable works of art and briefly summarizes the history and technology of the Mercedes 220 A Cabriolet.
Between 1951 and 1955, not quite 1300 Mercedes Benz 220 Cabriolet A/B left the factory near Stuttgart. Some of the chassis built were passed on to coachbuilders without bodies. The Wendler company wrapped several of these chassis. This resulted in elegant convertibles in the style of the time. This report portrays a Mercedes Benz 220 Wendler Cabriolet from 1952 and summarizes the history of the Wendler company.
From today's perspective, it's hard to imagine. A car manufacturer presents a completely new car that sets new standards in many respects and costs the same as its predecessor, DM 9950. In 1953, Heinz Sponsel gave an in-depth insight into the development history of the Ponton-Mercedes in the magazine 'hobby' shortly after the presentation of the new car and was completely enthusiastic about his first experiences with the 180. This report reproduces the complete text from that time and shows the early Mercedes-Benz 180 in many historical pictures.
With the Mercedes-Benz 300, the Stuttgart-based company presented the ultimate in fast touring sedans at the IAA 1951. The W186 was the benchmark in its segment for years to come. No wonder 'hobby' test driver Martin didn't miss out on a drive in the 115 hp 300. And his enthusiasm is practically palpable from line to line. This article reproduces the original wording of the test report from that time and shows the Mercedes-Benz 300 in many historic pictures.
Together with its direct successor, the 300 SC, the Mercedes-Benz 300 S is rarer than the now legendary 300 SL, but was even more expensive at the time. The fast touring car for two people in the construction program of the time was available as a Cabriolet, Roadster and Coupé, all of which were largely hand-built between 1951 and 1957. This driving report is about a 300 S from 1953, shows it in current and historical pictures and lets you hear it on your sound sample.
In 1953, the Daimler-Benz test department created a special version of the Mercedes 300 SL, a lightweight streamlined coupé with an injection engine, uncompromisingly trimmed for maximum performance, which promised ambitious sports drivers everything that the later production 300 SL was not to deliver. One example of this most exciting and "hottest" car ever built in this model series has been preserved. In this historical report, eyewitness Jörg-Erhard Hofelich talks about the fast 300 SL of 1953 and its interesting history.
In 1954, Mercedes Benz surprised the motorsport world with the aerodynamic W198 formula racing car, whose wheels were under the bodywork. The superiority in the first race was overwhelming, but in the following races the disadvantages of the unclear bodywork became apparent and a second variant with free-standing wheels was created. Together, the two siblings won two world championship titles and have therefore become legends. This report compares the two model variants in words and pictures.
Michael Schumacher and Juan Manuel Fangio met at the Norisring in 1992 at the wheel of historic Mercedes-Benz monoposti during a demo run. This unique encounter should not be withheld from Zwischengas readers.
At the end of January 1954, Mercedes-Benz presented two new models that are still among the Stuttgart-based car manufacturer's flagship models today: the 190 SL and the 300 SL road-going sports car. Naturally, the magazine 'hobby' did not miss the opportunity to take a seat behind the wheel as soon as possible. Editor Sponsel even gave the 190 SL a lot of racing potential. This article restores the driving report from that time and shows the 190 SL in many early historical pictures.
From 1951 to 1958, Mercedes built the 300 S/Sc as a Cabriolet, Roadster and Coupé. These luxury cars embodied the ultimate in comfort without being unsportsmanlike. In fact, industrialists also liked to drive these vehicles over long distances, which they could cover with high averages. This report portrays a 300 S Cabriolet A from 1954 and also shows it and its brothers in historical illustrations.
Racing driver Juan Manuel Fangio won two world championship titles with the Mercedes W 196. During the GP weekend in July 2011, the car and its streamlined brother were shown again on the race track and driven by Nico Rosberg and Michael Schumacher. The article is supplemented by historical photographs of the car and many detailed and driving shots from the present day.
In 1956, the AR editors tested the Mercedes-Benz 190 SL and were impressed, which they documented with the following test summary: "The Mercedes-Benz 190 SL is suitable for all those who are looking for an elegant, two-seater vehicle with a sporty touch, who attach importance to careful production and extensive equipment and who want a car that is also fully serviceable in the long term and has the highest qualities in terms of driving characteristics. Despite its high performance, the 190 SL is not an actual sports car, but an uncomplicated, serious touring car with all four wheels firmly on the ground, as it were. Thanks to its exemplary driving characteristics, it is one of the very few types of vehicle in which you can reach the highest average speeds in complete safety without haste and with full consideration for other traffic."
The Mercedes-Benz Formula 1 racing cars underwent some improvements for the 1955 season. However, the first victory of the season went to a car that was still based on a chassis from the previous year. This article describes the career of the RW196 with chassis number 00009/54, which was consigned to the museum after a short racing career - and 60 years later to the auction house.
Great victories and a racing tragedy of immeasurable proportions characterized the Mercedes-Benz 300 SLR (W 196 S), which was only used in the 1955 racing season. This report looks back on the short career of the racing sports car, showing it in historical and new pictures, but above all also during extensive repair work that became necessary due to an accident in 1996.
Perhaps the most desirable racing car in the world never even drove a single race. The drivers preferred a different body shape; the planned first outing was canceled after a catastrophe. The "Uhlenhaut Coupé" based on the Mercedes-Benz 300 SLR remained a test vehicle against its will for the rest of its life. This article tells the story of the eight-cylinder racing coupé, which remained unsold for 66 years until it passed into new hands for EUR 135 million.
Only the name remained from the previous 220 model: from 1954, the Mercedes-Benz 220 was presented with a modern pontoon body, revised engine and improved chassis. The new single-joint swing axle at the rear in particular increased driving safety to a previously unknown level. The six-cylinder engine was significantly more elastic than before. This historical test report provides a more detailed verdict.
The Mercedes-Benz 190 SL was the 300 SL for all those who could not afford the expensive super sports car. However, these words are by no means intended to denigrate the 190 SL - quite the opposite. It offered good driving performance and a chic design at a reasonable price. This report reproduces the original wording of an intensive test from 1955 and supplements it with historical images and brochures.
The Mercedes-Benz 190 SL was the Swabian car manufacturer's entry into a new segment and at the same time an important sales market, the USA. The first prototype was built in just three months after the investment decision and presented in New York. It was to take many more months from then until it was ready for production. The result was a robust boulevard cruiser with sporty ambitions, which has become one of the most popular classics today.
With the Type 220 S, Mercedes-Benz presented a luxury-class saloon in 1956 that excelled with more power and comfort and even showed sporty talents. The six-cylinder engine produced 100 hp and took the saloon to 160 km/h. Paul Schweder was also won over by the elegant car, even if he still had a few small improvements to make. This article reproduces the original wording of the krafthand road test from 1956 and shows the car in many historical pictures.
In "AR"-LANGSTRECKENPRUFUNG NR.87, Automobil-Revue invites its readers to take a ride in a Mercedes 300 SLR racing sports car. Not a short trip, but 3,500 km were covered. And the AR test team were thrilled. Not only the driving performance was impressive, but also the almost everyday qualities of the car, which was actually built for the racetrack. With a sprint time of 7.1 seconds from 0 to 100 km/h, a top speed of 284 km/h and braking deceleration of up to 9.8 m/s2, these are qualities that may be standard for sports cars in 2010, but must have seemed sensational in 1956. The significance of such a racing sports car is not limited to its successes or the enthusiasm it arouses in fans of sporting masterpieces. Rather, it shows that there is still untapped technical potential in automobile construction.
In 1956, Hobby drove the Mercedes 300 SL Gullwing in a double test of almost 3000 km across Germany, Austria and northern Italy. The two authors Sponsel and Dettmer were impressed and enthusiastic, but also recognized the limitations of a narrow sports car geared towards racing.
When you think of movie cars, the legendary Aston Martin DB5 from James Bond comes to mind for most movie enthusiasts. In comparison, however, the Mercedes-Benz 190 SL is a real blockbuster, as it has appeared in hundreds of films and has repeatedly been at the center of filming, including being driven by Grace Kelly! This report portrays one of the most popular classic cars of all time. And tells the story of the successful sports car.
At around 4.8 meters in length, the Mercedes-Benz O 319 was no giant, but still offered space for 18 people inside. The range of applications was enormous, from camper vans to dump trucks. And all this at prices ranging from DM 10,000 to DM 17,000, with the Daimler engineers managing to give the commercial vehicle passenger car characteristics along the way. Even Santa Claus would have been able to cope with the O 319. This historical vehicle test describes the experiences of a test driver at the time, who was not afraid to remove the engine for the sake of experiment.
A serviceable luxury two-seater of the highest quality with the performance and driving safety of a top-class sports car - this is how the testers of the Automobil-Revue saw the Mercedes-Benz 300 SL. And they summed it up accordingly: "There is no better way to combine the virtues of a strongly built touring car with those of a fast sports machine. With the exception of two additional emergency seats, it leaves nothing to be desired. From leisurely city drives to long business trips, from sporty excursions to vacation trips, the 300 SL offers something close to perfection, provided you don't mind its somewhat raspy voice. Enthusiasts will love it, technicians will admire it, and the better you know the car, the more you will envy its owners."
From 1956 to 1960, Mercedes-Benz also built the 220 S and, from 1958, the 220 SE as a convertible and coupé. The two-door variants remained rare, as they were priced at the same level as a detached house, which was not conducive to their popularity. However, their exceptional status ensured a good survival rate. This driving report describes the history of the convertible and provides driving impressions, supplemented by many current and historical photographs.
In 1959, the range of sports cars on offer was still quite limited. The magazine 'hobby' counted around 30 models and the comparison fitted onto just a few magazine pages. The author Werner Oswald saw the reason for the comparatively small number of models on offer in the transition to self-supporting bodies and the need for rationalization. This report reproduces the original wording of the article at the time and shows the vehicles mentioned in over 170 archive photos as well as in many original sales brochures
The newcomer from Stuttgart, the Mercedes-Benz 220 S, could do everything better. At least that's how it sounded throughout the test report in the magazine 'hobby'. And the people at 'hobby' didn't make things easy for themselves and put the new model through its paces. This report reproduces the original wording of the 1959 test and shows the pictures from that time, as well as many factory photos from the period.
The Mercedes-Benz 190 SL was the entry-level sports car for some in the 1950s, although it was not exactly a super sports car in terms of driving characteristics and performance. On the other hand, it scored points when it came to presence and design. This historical test report describes the strengths and weaknesses of the "little star". Many pictures from back then show the 190 SL in all its details.
The Mercedes-Benz 300 SL embodied the super sports car of the late 1950s. As a roadster, it was more refined than the even more famous Gullwing, but it remained a road-going sports car derived directly from a racing car. After all, it had become so comfortable that the world's celebrities all bought one.
Between 1953 and 1962, Mercedes Benz produced almost 440,000 Ponton limousines with four-cylinder petrol and diesel engines. They were popular and remain so to this day. W 121 was the name of the fast 1.9-liter versions, which had good driving performance thanks to the engine from the 190 SL. This report looks back at the history of the Ponton-Mercedes and portrays an unrestored 190 model. The article is supplemented by many archive photos and the original brochure from the time.
In the early sixties, only a few people were able to afford one of the super sports cars of the time. All the more reason to argue at regulars' tables about which was the faster and better. The magazine 'hobby' compared three of the most popular sports cars of the time in order to bring a little more transparency to these regulars' table discussions. Few magazines at the time approached such a comparison so neutrally and without national prejudices. Worth reading! This report reprints the old report and shows many archive pictures of the individual vehicles in addition to the illustrations printed at the time.
In 1961, Mercedes presented new saloons in the guise of the successful 220. Hobby drove the top-of-the-range 300 SE model with Karl Kling and the entry-level 190D and 190 models with Professor Nallinger. The technology was convincing beyond all measure, but the Hobby writer did not want to judge the shape. This report reproduces the original wording of the historical article and shows the 300 SE in many archive photos.
In 1961, the magazine 'hobby' "cross-examined" affordable sports cars. Alfa Romeo Giulietta Sprint, Fiat 1500 Spider, MG A, MG A Twin Cam, Triumph TR 3, Porsche 1600 and 1600 S, as well as Sunbeam Alpine and Mercedes-Benz 190 SL were contrasted and compared. And the winner? Read for yourself! Let's just say that although the most expensive car was almost twice as expensive as the cheapest, the best sports car scored just under 3% better than the worst. This report edits the comparison test of the time and supplements it with many contemporary photos and sales brochures of the vehicles involved. To revel in!
The Stuttgart brand has always been associated with prestige. So it is hardly surprising that in the early 1960s many people thought that when buying a Mercedes-Benz, you were paying less for a car and more for the star above the radiator grille. Although the 190 C had a serious flaw, the previous assertion was nevertheless wrong, as it stood out from its competitors not only in terms of running smoothness and suspension comfort... The original test report from back then is accompanied by historical images.
The Mercedes-Benz Coupé 220 SE was in the tradition of great automobiles, from the Prinz Heinrich model to the SSK, 540K and 500 SL. The expectations of the 'hobby' tester were correspondingly high when private sports driver Eugen Böhringer invited him to take a test drive in the new Mercedes Coupé. And he was not disappointed. This article reproduces the original wording of the test from 1961 and is illustrated with historical images.
The Mercedes-Benz 300 SE Cabriolet and Coupé embodied what was feasible in many dimensions and represented the pinnacle of German automotive engineering at the beginning of the 1960s. The magazine 'hobby' took a closer look at the car for heads of state. This article reproduces the original text, published in 1962 and now restored, and is illustrated with the historic factory photographs.
The Mercedes-Benz 300 SE was a top European car with a powerful, flexible fuel-injection engine, automatic four-speed gearbox, power steering and four disc brakes with brake assist. It was a pioneering achievement in the field of exterior and interior safety and also a very comfortable, carefully dimensioned and equipped car, which was very easy to handle as a spirited touring car and could also be driven in a sporty manner, according to the Motor Rundschau in its test in 1962.
"The automatic knows everything, can do everything and does everything the driver wants." This is how the automatic transmission of the Mercedes 190 Automatic could be described in 1962. Daimler-Benz's in-house design was more complex, but also much better than anything else on the market. The magazine 'hobby' wanted to know exactly and tested the 190 Automatic, the results are reproduced in the refreshed original text and illustrated with historical pictures.
"A top car in the European mid-size class, balanced in terms of dimensions, comfort, performance and economy. Spacious, comfortable five-seater and yet agile and fast. Very good road holding, making it sporty to drive at high average speeds on all roads." - Yes, the testers of the Motor-Rundschau 1962 summarized their impressions just as soberly and objectively, which we reproduce in this article in the equally objective original wording.
Built from 1961 to 1971, the large Mercedes Cabriolet offered space for five people and the drive and ride comfort of the W111 luxury-class saloon of the time. Visually, however, it went its own way and was so successful that the design also had an impact on later saloons. A total of 7013 convertibles with engines ranging from 2.2 to 3.5 liters were built. They are sought after today and are traded at high prices by enthusiasts. This driving report tells the story of the Mercedes-Benz 220 SEb Cabriolet and shows it in historical and current illustrations, as well as in the sales literature.
The magazine 'hobby' wanted to know exactly: Does a diesel have to be lazy in the mountains? To answer this question, the Mercedes-Benz 190 D was put to the test on wintry Alpine passes in 1962. The account of the experiences is as entertaining as it is impressive. And the Mercedes passed the test with flying colors. This article edits the test report of the time and supplements the few pictures with extensive archive material.
The "big Mercedes", or today the S-Class, has always been a glimpse of the future of the automobile. If you want to know what will be installed in the mid-size class in five years' time, and a little later in small cars too, all you have to do is take a look at the latest generation of the S-Class. In 1963, the magazine 'hobby' did just that and tested the "big Mercedes", but also looked back at its predecessors before the war. This article reproduces the wording of the test report at the time and shows the Mercedes-Benz 600 and its predecessors in many historical pictures.
Is the Mercedes 230 SL better than its predecessor, the 190 SL? Is it worth switching to a newer model? To get to the bottom of this and many other questions, hobby editor Heinz Kranz climbed into a fresh 230 SL and compared it visually, technically and on the road with its predecessor, the 190 SL. The result is a comprehensive vehicle report comparing the two models and detailing their advantages and disadvantages.
The Mercedes-Benz 220 SEb Coupé from 1963 and the Ford Thunderbird from the same year are pitted against each other in a dream car comparison organized by the magazine 'hobby', which has always had a flair for unorthodox comparison drives. Can the big American keep the more compact German at bay? Who will win? This article reproduces the original wording of the comparison test at the time and is extensively illustrated with historical images.
The Mercedes-Benz 220 S was clearly designed for quality and comfort. Despite the rear swing axle, it could also be driven in a very sporty manner. Only two things stood in the way of this: the automatic gearbox, which occasionally made the wrong decisions - and above all the elegant aura of the car, which really didn't fit in with such semi-strong behavior. This historical test report explains what the tail fin Mercedes was still good at and what it wasn't.
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Mercedes 600 - FOR "BIG" PEOPLE
Daimler-Benz has always had a vehicle in its sales program that was intended for emperors and kings, industrialists and film stars. The last such car before the war was the "Grosser Mercedes", which was built for German party leaders until 1943. After the war, the Mercedes-Benz 600 followed this tradition and was indeed a "Grand Mercedes". Several thousand units were built over a long period of time, providing heads of state, politicians and the rich and beautiful of the world with a vehicle to drive. Production was only discontinued in 1981.
The Mercedes-Benz 230 SL, the "dream car" of the sixties from Germany, is pitted against the exotic from Italy, the Fiat 2300 S Coupé. "What does a touring sports car have to offer?" asked the magazine 'hobby' and measured the two incomparables against each other. And the result was far less clear-cut than some fans of one brand or the other might think. This comparative test report reproduces the original wording from 1964 and supplements the pictures from that time with extensive archive material.
From 1959 to 1968 (Coupé and Cabriolet until 1971), the Mercedes-Benz W111 model series and its offshoots W110 and W112 were the benchmark in the luxury car class. The saloons, colloquially known as the big and small hatchbacks, impressed - especially in the top versions - with their high level of safety and comfort, impressive looks and self-confident price tags. In this vehicle report, the three model series are brought into order and a Mercedes-Benz 220 S is portrayed in detail, supplemented by many historical illustrations and a sales brochure.
With its modernized engine and sophisticated automatic transmission, the Mercedes-Benz 200 offered a combination of drive and ride comfort that was unique among four-cylinder models from 1965 onwards. However, you could also get a six-cylinder for the same money - and not just from the competition. The 200 Automatic's biggest competitor came from the company itself. This historical test report explains why.
Anyone who sees driving a car not as a pleasure, but as a necessary evil that should be as painless and economical as possible, found their ideal means of transportation in the Mercedes-Benz 200 D: as comfortable as all Stuttgart products and at the same time extremely frugal - but also in terms of driving performance, as this historical test report shows.
The preconceptions about the new Mercedes-Benz 230 SL were that it was too luxurious for a sports car and too sporty for a luxury car. However, its designers deliberately opted for this interpretation. In the test at the time, the SL proved to be a car that did nothing perfectly, but was very good at a great many things - and the automatic transmission even made it both sportier and more luxurious.
If you were looking for a sporty coupé with saloon qualities and luxury-class comfort in the second half of the 1960s, there was really no way around the Mercedes-Benz 250 SE Coupé. With a top speed of 185 km/h, it was one of the fastest and, with disc brakes and fuel injection, one of the most advanced. Even 50 years later, the elegant coupé is still impressive. This driving report tells the story of the four- to five-seater coupé and shows it in current and historical pictures, as well as in the sales brochure.
The predecessor was actually visually outdated just one year after its debut. Nevertheless, Daimler-Benz took until 1965 to iron the fashionable tail fins out of the dress of its top models. But it was worth the wait. The new Mercedes-Benz 250 S appealed with its elegant, understated lines and proved to be a comfortable top product - with a surprisingly sporty engine. This historical test report clarifies whether it harmonized with the automatic transmission.
From 1964 to 1981, Mercedes-Benz produced the top-of-the-range 600 saloon primarily for heads of state, diplomats and prominent (and wealthy) people for whom only the best was good enough. Launched in 1963, the "Grand Mercedes" was brimming with innovative technology and luxury comfort. Even 50 years later, its qualities are still impressive. This driving report describes the Mercedes-Benz 600 and shows it in over 120 current and historical photos and illustrations as well as in the contemporary sales brochure.
The Mercedes-Benz 230 (W 110) and the BMW 2000 were the non-plus-ultra in the mid-size class in 1967. They combined comfort with sporty performance and plenty of space. However, both had different strengths. The magazine 'hobby' dedicated a "super test" to them, which went right across Europe and put the two rivals through their paces. The original three-part test report is summarized in this article in its original wording and supplemented with historical images.
In 1968, hobby tester Heinz Kranz was given the opportunity to drive the new Mercedes Benz 300 SEL 6.3. He was extremely impressed by the temperament and the driving characteristics and only questioned the size of this market niche. The refreshed report shows his findings in detail and compares the representative car with its competitors.
The Mercedes-Benz 280 SL of the W 113 model series and its direct predecessors, the 230 SL and 250 SL, are among the most popular automobile classics of all. Accordingly, much has already been written about them. That is why, in addition to a brief biography, this article focuses on special variants and versions that are less well known, but also offers driving impressions with a 280 SL with automatic transmission. Many of the historical photographs showing pre-series versions and special bodies are probably unique, as are the early press documents, which means that this vehicle report is also aimed at intimate connoisseurs of the "Pagoda".
Between 1969 and 1976, Mercedes-Benz built the W114 Coupé, also known as the Stroke Eight Coupé, as the 250 C, 250 CE, 280 C and 280 CE. With only minor changes compared to the parallel-built saloon, the Daimler manufacturers were able to give the coupé its own identity, not least because of the noble straight-six engines that served as the drive. This report looks at the technology and peculiarities of the Coupé, describes driving impressions and shows an early vehicle in detail, supplemented by press information from the time.
It seems a bit like a story from another world; a world in which the Mercedes-Benz C 111 would have gone into series production. In fact, the spectacular plastic gullwing was subjected to a test at the Hockenheimring. This concluded that the test vehicle was surprisingly mature. Only the Wankel engine appeared to be only three-quarters complete, as it lacked the fourth disk for adequate power.
In the course of 1969, there were several mentions in the trade press of a mysterious streamlined coupé that had been developed by Daimler-Benz AG as a test vehicle for the Wankel engine and other innovations. The C111, as this sensational vehicle was called, was officially unveiled at the Frankfurt Motor Show in September of that year.
Since the early days of the more comfort-oriented variants from the W 113 onwards, the typical Mercedes SL driver has enjoyed shifting gears automatically. However, there was always the manual alternative, which usually had four forward gears in the 1960s. What remained rare, however, was an actually very sensible variant from ZF with five gears, which allowed the engine, which was sensitive to engine speed, to be spared while at the same time being able to directly determine which gear ratio the car was currently running with. Just over one percent of all 280 SLs were equipped with the five-speed transmission, and this report is dedicated to one of these rare models.
MOT's historical report deals with the question of whether an Audi 100 can replace a Mercedes 200/220. The MOT editors meticulously measured and compared the results. This article reproduces the original wording of the comparison test at the time.
In 1969, Mercedes presented the first C111 with a three-disc Wankel engine, followed in 1970 by the presentation of the second version with 350 hp and a four-disc Wankel engine. The magazine 'hobby' was allowed to drive it and was enthusiastic about the almost production-ready mid-engined sports car prototype. The future belonged to the Wankel engine and the plastic body, they said at the time. This article reproduces the original wording of the driving report at the time and shows the C111/I and C111/II models in many archive photos.
The petrol four-cylinder engines were the superior middle ground between the diesel and six-cylinder engines in the Mercedes-Benz "Stroke Eight". Although the diesels were much more economical, the overtaking performance of the 200 easily surpassed that of the 220 D, and you had to pay a lot more for the six-cylinder models. This historical article examines the type and prices, and advises which of the many extras are worthwhile and which are not.
Every third Mercedes-Benz in 1970 was a diesel. At the time, they were the most technically impressive, but also the most expensive diesel engines available. Nevertheless, progress was already gnawing a little at the reputation of the eternally economical and indestructible. After two and a half years of production of the "Stroke Eight", this historical test report took stock.
The Mercedes-Benz C111 was one of the best-known dream cars of the 1970s. It was extensively celebrated in the press and released in many different forms as a model or toy car. However, the car, which was built in very small numbers, was never intended for sale and it was impossible to see a C111 in action. In 2014, Mercedes-Benz restored an example with a piston engine to working order. In 2020, our author had the opportunity to drive the car and fulfill a childhood dream. Since 2024, the C111 Series II has even had the originally intended four-disc Wankel engine again.
When money and willpower come together in unusually high concentrations, stories of admirable irrationality sometimes emerge. At the end of the 1960s, a Dutch businessman insists on having his 300 SEL 6.3 converted into a coupé by Pininfarina - and then keeps it for barely more than a year. This article tells the story of one of the last cars with a special body, whose lines are still polarizing after more than 50 years.
After 50 years or more, even an original is usually no longer really "original". This is especially true for racing cars, which were constantly modified, rebuilt and repaired during their active time in order to remain competitive. This article illustrates the topic with a few examples from the world of Porsche racing cars and explains why this is important.
A new era began with the Mercedes-Benz 350 SL. The successor to the Pagoda had been developed with the American market in mind as a safety sports car and was significantly heavier with an eight-cylinder engine and larger dimensions. But that wasn't the only reason why people were skeptical at first; critics also didn't like its looks. Almost 50 years have passed since then and the R107 is one of the most popular classics of all time. This report goes back to the beginnings and portrays a 350 SL from 1971, tells the history of the model series and shows the vehicles in current and historical pictures, supplemented by sales literature and sound samples.
In the summer of 1971, Automobil-Revue tested the new Mercedes-Benz 350 SL (R107) with automatic and manual transmission. The summary shows the positive experiences of the test drivers: "Although fundamentally different from its predecessor 280 SL in terms of engine, chassis and body, the 350 SL is not really a new design, but a successful synthesis of elements that have been selected from the entire Mercedes-Benz production program and have already proven themselves in the various models. The latest two-seater from Untertürkheim is therefore inherently mature. As a sporty, luxurious touring car, it comes up against formidable competition in the price range of around 40,000 francs - the additional price of around 5,000 francs compared to the basic version of the 280 SL is more than justified by the technical improvements - from equally renowned manufacturers, some of which are superior in terms of performance. The strengths of the latest Mercedes offspring lie in the design, which is geared towards safety down to the last detail, in the quality of workmanship, which can hardly be surpassed, and not least in the unusual limousine comfort. The 350 SL in no way encourages an extremely sporty driving style, although the rev-happy engine and unproblematic handling would lead one to expect the opposite. With this car, however, you can be sure of reaching even distant destinations effortlessly, comfortably, quickly and safely."
The /8 sedan from Mercedes is one of the most popular sedan classics. It was built as the four-cylinder W 115 series from 1967 to 1976. Together with the six-cylinder models (W 114), almost two million units were produced and these cars are a prime example of long-term quality and robustness. In 1971, Auto Revue tested the 220 model and was more than just impressed after around 6000 km. This article reproduces the wording of the test report at the time and is illustrated with many historical pictures.
The Mercedes-Benz 300 SEL 6.3, built between 1968 and 1972, was the fastest saloon produced in Germany and could also keep up with fast sports cars. It was created by combining the long-wheelbase version of the 300 SE with the engine from the Mercedes 600. 6.3 liters of displacement and 250 hp in combination with the lighter 300 SEL saloon made it possible to achieve outstanding driving performance without sacrificing comfort. This report goes into the history of the development, describes driving impressions and shows the saloon in current and historical pictures, supplemented by original brochures and press information, as well as a sound sample.
The R107 was a great success for Mercedes-Benz in 1971, and the comfortable touring sports car was ultimately produced until 1989. More comfort and more safety were at the top of the engineers' list of priorities. These qualities also convinced a certain Nicolae Ceaușescu, the supreme ruler of Romania at the time. This very car will now be auctioned in Stuttgart on March 19, 2016. This report describes the characteristics of the first R107 models and shows the Ceaușescu-350 SL in many pictures.
People had actually expected a small Benz from Mercedes; the magazines were full of speculation at the end of the sixties. But then came the Stroke Eight, which replaced the small tail fin and looked completely different from its predecessor. And it was also available with a really powerful engine, the 2.8-liter inline six-cylinder with two overhead camshafts. A predecessor of the AMG sports saloons? This report tells the story of the Stroke Eight and the most powerful model and shows the cars in many historical and modern photos.
"In the midst of a period of economic worries, Daimler-Benz is launching an expensive, large car that aspires to the pinnacle of today's automotive technology..." This was written in "Automobil Revue" in mid-May 1975, the year in which the car market had reached a low point. In fact, it seemed an anachronism for a car company to come out with a new super model during the "oil crisis" that certainly did not have economy written all over it. Nevertheless, the car was a success, with 7,380 vehicles being built. This report summarizes its technical specifications and refers to presentations and test reports. Of particular interest and worthy of note in this article are the original transcripts of the statements made by Mr. Schmidt and Mr. Scherenberg at the presentation, as well as the technical data and press information.
In 1975, Mercedes presented the 450 SEL 6.9, the top-of-the-range model of the W 116 S-Class. A powerful V8 with a displacement of 6.8 liters delivered over 280 hp and catapulted the saloon into sports car performance territory. This was also appreciated by the press and, of course, the celebrities of the time. This driving report describes the special features and characteristics of the large saloon and shows them in present-day and historical images, supplemented by a sound sample.
The Mercedes 250 is the only model from the new W123 model series that appeared in 1976 with a largely new engine. The body was completely redeveloped compared to its predecessor, but the amount of space remained the same. Proven details such as the rubber-covered bumpers and the exterior mirrors that could be adjusted from the inside were also retained. This test report examines whether the new 250 - like its predecessor eight years ago - had what it takes to be a lasting success.
It was not just one luxury sedan among many. It was the luxury sedan. The one against which all others had to measure themselves. The one that was only measured against the very highest standards. The Mercedes-Benz W 116 once again drew from the full before lightweight construction and air resistance put an end to the Swabian solid construction of steel and chrome. This article describes why the first S-Class, even with its six-cylinder engine, belonged to the pinnacle of automotive engineering and shows a picture of a Caledonia green 280 SE.
Externally, there were only minimal distinguishing features, but when connoisseurs spotted a Mercedes-Benz 450 SLC coupé with a rubber lip on the trunk lid and the number "5.0" on the right-hand side of the rear in 1978, the driver was sure to receive an appreciative nod. After all, this Mercedes-Benz was the fastest car from Sindelfingen at the time and quite expensive too. Only 1977 of the lightweight coupé were built between 1978 and 1980, a good reason to dedicate a detailed report with many photos to the SLC 5.0.
Mercedes-Benz did not invent the estate; it existed long before the T-series. But Mercedes made the practical, vertical rear door acceptable in the upper and luxury class segment and invented the lifestyle estate with the "T" of the 123 model series. It was available with four or six cylinders, and performance- and comfort-hungry buyers chose the sophisticated 250 T or the 280 TE. This driving report tells the story of the T-series S123 and shows a 250 T in detail, including a promotional video, brochure and sound sample.
Long before luxurious boulevard SUVs began to flood our roads, an off-road vehicle was launched in 1979 whose external shape has only changed slightly to this day: The Puch and Mercedes-Benz G. Almost unbeatable on rough terrain, equipped with two rigid axles until 2018, appreciated by foresters, hunters, farmers and the military in countless versions, today it is, so to speak, the German equivalent of the Land Rover Defender or the Range Rover of the first series. This vehicle report describes the beginnings of the G-model and shows it in historical and current pictures.
In the seventies and eighties, the Mercedes W123 model series was an integral part of the everyday street scene. In addition to private individuals, its regular customers included cab drivers, who appreciated the comfort, reliability and durability of what was then the most successful model series. Today, the W123 is a popular classic, but there are no longer many of them in our part of the world, as some have been exported and are used as cabs or limousines abroad.
"The future of large saloons is assured." To prove this, in 1981 Mercedes-Benz built a car of the future for the year 2000, which could be equipped with three different drive concepts - gasoline, diesel engine and gas turbine. A great deal of safety, comfort and aerodynamics know-how was integrated into the research car, but it is still surprising how Daimler engineers envisioned the future of the car, although some aspects did find their way into series production. This article reproduces the original wording of the presentation by Wolfgang König in the magazine Auto Motor und Sport from back then and shows the research car in many historical and current pictures.
Between November 1975 and January 1986, 2.7 million vehicles of the 123 model series left the Mercedes Benz production facilities - no model series has ever been more successful. The entry-level model was the Mercedes Benz 200, which initially developed 94 and later 109 hp with a displacement of two liters and four cylinders. In most cases, it was poorly equipped, as comfort extras were expensive. But it was certainly durable. This report portrays the "small" Mercedes Benz 200 and tells the story of the W 123 series, supplemented with many current and historical photographs.
Over 35 years ago, Mercedes presented the S-Class of the W 126 series, the superlative saloon that was more aerodynamic, safer and more innovative than all the competition. Only the simple and unusual design initially caused some controversy, but the continuing success and over 800,000 units produced proved that Mercedes was right. This driving report portrays a Mercedes-Benz 500 SE of the first W-126 generation and describes its development and special features.
Normally, nobody in motorsport is interested in the runner-up. Especially not at a short show race without any championship reference somewhere in the German provinces. But when Mercedes-Benz gathers 20 motorsport celebrities at the Nürburgring, even the first loser is sure to attract attention. This article tells the story of the car in which Niki Lauda finished second in the inaugural race of the new Grand Prix circuit in 1984 - behind a young Brazilian who was barely known at the time.
Eight out of 26 Grand Prix drivers in the 1983 Formula 1 season drove the same car privately, a Mercedes-Benz 500 SEC. With automatic transmission and five-liter V8 engine. And not only the racing drivers were enthusiastic about the elegant coupé, the press and customers also recognized the qualities of the four-seater top-class coupé. And even today, almost 40 years later, the 500 SEC is far more than just an old car. This driving report tells the story of the W126 coupé series and shows it in almost 100 illustrations, supplemented by the sales brochure and a sound sample.
In 2013, the Mercedes Benz 190 E 2.3-16, the sportiest version of the "Baby Benz", will be thirty years old. Reason enough to once again get behind the wheel of this niche model, which also caused a sensation in the German Touring Car Championship. This vehicle report tells the story of the sixteen-valve model of the W 201 series and shows it in extensive historical and current photo material.
Between 1971 and 1989, Mercedes built the R107 and the coupé variant C107 as the 280 SL to 560 SL and 280 SLC to 500 SLC respectively. Commercially, the model series was a great success and the R107 was the longest-built SL ever; the predecessors W198, W113 and the successors were all built over much shorter periods of time. The last examples of the R107 series became classics from the assembly line and today, together with their older brothers, enjoy a large fan community.
From 1982 to 1993, Mercedes-Benz built the 190 model of the W201 series. With over 1.8 million units produced, the new compact class was a success. At the top end was the elegant 2.6-liter version, which was fitted with the in-line six-cylinder engine from the larger model series. The superior running culture almost transformed the "Baby Benz" into a luxury saloon. This vehicle report describes the driving impressions and history of the six-cylinder 190 variant and shows it in current and historical pictures.
With the "T-Wagen" of the W123 model series, Mercedes-Benz had created the genre of the lifestyle estate, and with the successor of the W124 model series, the Sindelfingen-based company doubled down and added an extremely sophisticated all-wheel drive system. Now it was not only possible to transport a lot, but also to do so in almost any weather and road conditions. However, the Mercedes-Benz 300 TE 4Matic became very expensive, which prevented it from becoming widespread. This driving report is about a Mercedes-Benz 300 TE 4Matic from 1987, it tells the history of the model and shows the various evolutionary stages in current and former pictures, as well as in the sales literature.
Almost 40 years and several model series lie between the first open-top 300 SL and the last. Technically and conceptually, the W 198 and R 129 series are far apart. But both offered pleasurable open-top driving and superior performance, i.e. the same thing, albeit nowadays at a price that differs by a factor of 50. This report compares the first and last bearers of the 300 SL name and shows both in historical and contemporary pictures.
In 1992, Mercedes-Benz won the German Touring Car Championship with the 190E 2.5-16 model. However, before this could happen, the company in Sindelfingen had to do a lot of fine-tuning and add two limited-production evolution models to the "normal" 2.5-16, which are now sought after by collectors and loved by sports drivers. This report goes into the history of the Evolution models and shows an Evo I in detail, including a sound sample and sales brochure.
Hardly any other car was as polarizing in the 1990s as the Mercedes-Benz S-Class W140 series. Too big, too ostentatious, that was the criticism. This criticism has since been silenced, because a W 140 is no bigger than a current Passat. Only much more sophisticated. But how does the top saloon, the 600 SEL from back then, feel today? This driving report focuses on the twelve-cylinder version of the Mercedes-Benz W140 series and portrays it in current and historical pictures.
In 1990, Mercedes presented the 500 E saloon at the Paris Motor Show, a car developed in collaboration with Porsche with an eight-cylinder engine and luxury equipment, which was more expensive than the S-Class at the time. Nevertheless, over 10,000 customers took delivery and enjoyed the family-friendly quasi-sports car. This driving report tells the story of the exceptional 500 E / E 500 model and shows it in over 100 historical and current pictures. And the sound sample is not missing either.
When Mercedes-Benz introduced the 600 SL in 1992, a twelve-cylinder engine was the order of the day in the top class. With 395 hp and six liters of displacement, the 600 SL easily eclipsed the already very agile 500 SL, but also cost the equivalent of a simple detached house. "Luxury is what you don't necessarily need," wrote one tester at the time. This driving report describes the Mercedes-Benz 600 SL, showing it in many photos from then and now, as well as in the sales brochure. Of course, you can also listen to the sound of the engine.
It took almost eight years to develop and prepare for production, and then the cab drivers refused to accept progress, even organizing protest rallies because they preferred the predecessor. And today, almost 35 years later, the Mercedes-Benz 124 model series is known as the last "real" Mercedes. Over two million saloons were built over 11 years, and today they are as popular as their predecessors. This report describes the history of the 124 model series, portrays a 280 E from 1993 and explains how it feels today, 25 years after its production.
Some simply considered the Mercedes-Benz 600 SEC to be the best car in the world, while others thought it was too big, too ostentatious, too clumsy or altogether superfluous. To this day, this controversy has not come to an end - a good reason to take a closer look at the coupé, which is now over 30 years old. This driving report tells the story of the S-Class coupé of the 1990s and shows it in current and historical pictures.
The engineers in Stuttgart went to immense lengths to make the open-top W 124 as stable as the closed models. When the Cabriolet finally appeared in 1991, the model series was already seven years old. But it was worth the wait. Our article explains why.
The Mercedes-Benz A-Class will become a youngtimer in 2017. It was first presented in its final form in 1996, with deliveries to customers starting in October 1997. However, preparations for the compact class had already begun over a decade earlier. With its revolutionary space and safety concept, the A-Class was to set new standards. However, the high price and initial difficulties prevented greater success. However, with over 1.1 million units of the first generation sold, the compact four-door model fulfilled expectations, at least in part, and turned Mercedes-Benz into a complete automotive supplier. This report looks back at the creation of the A-Class and shows it in almost a hundred pictures as well as in the sales brochure of the time.
When Mercedes-Benz launched the SLK in 1996, the car had no direct role model. You actually had to look back to the 190 SL to find a predecessor. But there were more parallels to that model than you might have guessed at first glance. The SLK made its mark and established an entire generation of folding-roof convertibles. This driving report focuses on the SLK 230 and tells the story of this innovative model, illustrated with current and historical photos as well as sales literature from the time.
Racing fans remember the Mercedes-Benz CLK GTR above all for its flying performances at Le Mans. However, Webber and Dumbreck drove the modified CLR prototype version and no longer the original model. For homologation reasons, road versions were also produced, which at the time held the record as the most expensive production car and brought racing onto the road for almost two dozen buyers. This report tells the story of the CLK GTR and shows it in historical and current pictures.
Anyone who heard it was reminded of the American "muscle cars" of the late 1960s, but otherwise the Mercedes-Benz C 43 AMG remained true to its German virtues. It was a wolf in sheep's clothing that hardly anyone recognized for its 300 hp and sports car-like performance. This vehicle report tells the story of the Mercedes-Benz C 43 and shows it in current and historical pictures as well as in the sales brochure from back then.
When the new Mercedes-Benz SL was presented in 2001, it left its popular predecessor far behind with its technology and at the same time offered a glimpse into the automotive future. Just a few weeks after the SL 500, the SL 55 AMG was also presented, which made it into the super sports car league in terms of performance. But how does this steam hammer feel almost 20 years later, now matured into a neo-classic and youngtimer? This driving report describes the history of the Mercedes-Benz R230 series and shows the SL 55 AMG and its siblings in many current and historical pictures. There is also a sound sample.
Turning racing success into vehicle sales has always been a goal of car manufacturers. And so, on the basis of the DTM successes from 2000 to 2003, a road coupé called the Mercedes-Benz CLK DTM AMG was created, limited to 100 units, which skillfully combined dynamics, handling and suitability for everyday use. And became a good investment. This vehicle report tells the story of the coupé and shows it in many pictures.
When Mercedes-Benz presented the SLR Vision at the 1999 Detroit Motor Show, the uncompromisingly styled sports car with an almost infinitely long hood attracted a lot of attention. Such a car was not expected from Mercedes in particular. However, motorsport successes and the collaboration with McLaren made series production of the SLR in coupé and roadster form possible, even if the car was only affordable for a few. This vehicle report tells the story of the SLR, which was produced in very small numbers, and shows a Coupé of the 722 Edition in many pictures.
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Auctioned vehicles of Mercedes-Benz
| Brand | Model | Year | Status | Auction name | Details |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mercedes-Benz 170 V (136) 1954 Not Sold Bonhams December 2015 Classic Car Sale (December 5, 2015) |
170 V (136) | 1954 | Not Sold | Bonhams December 2015 Classic Car Sale (December 5, 2015) | |
| Mercedes-Benz 170 V lhd 1938 Sold RM/Sotheby's Battersea Evolution Sale (September 8, 2013) |
170 V lhd | 1938 | Sold | RM/Sotheby's Battersea Evolution Sale (September 8, 2013) | |
| Mercedes-Benz 230 E W123 1981 Sold Oldtimer Galerie Toffen Herbstauktion Toffen (October 19, 2019) |
230 E W123 | 1981 | Sold | Oldtimer Galerie Toffen Herbstauktion Toffen (October 19, 2019) | |
| Mercedes-Benz CL 500 auto 1996 Not Sold H&H Classics Buxton Auction (February 26, 2014) |
CL 500 auto | 1996 | Not Sold | H&H Classics Buxton Auction (February 26, 2014) | |
| Mercedes-Benz 280 SL (107) 1983 Sold SWVA Poole Auction (July 29, 2016) |
280 SL (107) | 1983 | Sold | SWVA Poole Auction (July 29, 2016) | |
| Mercedes-Benz 600 (100) 1967 Sold Oldtimer Galerie Toffen Toffen Auktion (November 28, 2015) |
600 (100) | 1967 | Sold | Oldtimer Galerie Toffen Toffen Auktion (November 28, 2015) | |
| Mercedes-Benz GL63 AMG 2015 Sold Bonhams Quail Motorcar Live & Online Auction (August 14, 2020) |
GL63 AMG | 2015 | Sold | Bonhams Quail Motorcar Live & Online Auction (August 14, 2020) | |
| Mercedes-Benz 190 E (201) 1992 Not Sold Brightwells Leominster Sale (June 23, 2016) |
190 E (201) | 1992 | Not Sold | Brightwells Leominster Sale (June 23, 2016) | |
| Mercedes-Benz 300 S (188) 1954 Sold Bonhams The Mercedes Benz Sale (March 28, 2015) |
300 S (188) | 1954 | Sold | Bonhams The Mercedes Benz Sale (March 28, 2015) | |
| Mercedes-Benz 300 SE auto 1986 Sold Charterhouse Shepton Mallet Sale (February 16, 2014) |
300 SE auto | 1986 | Sold | Charterhouse Shepton Mallet Sale (February 16, 2014) |
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