Well, I guess it’s not only American iron that experiences northbound engine swaps, as this 1969 Mercedes 280 SE coupe, a W111 in Mercedes-speak, has experienced a significant prime mover upgrade. The seller states, “(Hellcat) with a very interesting… more»
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BF Auction: 1994 Mercedes-Benz SL500
This 1994 Mercedes-Benz SL500, now offered on Barn Finds, represents the golden era of Mercedes-Benz engineering—when style, performance, and longevity were combined in one timeless package. With just 57,000 miles, this Atkinson, New Hampshire–based example is a low-mileage, garage-kept… more»
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BF Auction: 1929 Mercedes-Benz Gazelle Replica
If you’ve ever dreamed of classic European motoring but wanted the ease and reliability of American mechanicals, this 1929 Mercedes Gazelle replica might be your perfect match. Listed as a Barn Finds Auction exclusive and located in Haverhill, Massachusetts,… more»
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V12 Power: 1995 Mercedes S600
Just call me “Mr. Big”! Stylish, classy, big, and fast is one way to describe this 1995 Mercedes S600 “Sonderklasse” as it’s known in Germany. This 79 K-mile coupe’s listing is, unfortunately, very light on detail, so we’ll have… more»
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SLR Tribute: 1961 Mercedes-Benz 190SL
If you want a genuine race car built by the likes of Mercedes-Benz or Porsche, you best have deep pockets and a very connected car broker. Put simply, these lightweight factory racers trade hands within very tight circles and… more»
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Rare Utility: 1955 Mercedes-Benz 170 S-V Diesel Pickup
Some classics are rare because they’ve become valuable over time, others were rare from the start. This 1955 Mercedes-Benz 170 S-V Diesel pickup, listed here on craigslist and located in Taos, New Mexico, falls firmly into the latter category…. more»
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Beautiful Benz: 1972 Mercedes 280 SE 4.5
Talk about a stunning presentation, this 1972 Mercedes 280 SE 4.5 looks like new! The mileage is unknown due to a non-functioning odometer, but inside and out, this one’s spic and span. Sometimes, a design just all comes together,… more»
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No Reserve 1969 Mercedes-Benz 280SL Barn Find
If you read through some of Mercedes-Benz’s own literature about the W113 “Pagoda”, you’ll see that they characterized it as “…neither an uncompromisingly tough roadster nor a gentle boulevard sports car.” I found this description to be perfect, as… more»
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Benz Barn Find: 1969 Mercedes-Benz 280SL Coupe
Submitted for your approval is a brown-on-brown barn find Benz. This is only the second 280SL we’ve featured here on Barn Finds, which isn’t too surprising given their low production (8,047 units for model year 1969) and their high… more»
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Prewar Style on a Budget: 1936 Mercedes 500K “Marlene” Replica
This 1936 Mercedes 500K “Marlene” replica offers prewar roadster styling without the seven-figure price tag, and it’s now listed for sale in Phoenix, Arizona, here on eBay. Built in 1988 by Classic Roadsters Ltd. of Fargo, North Dakota, this… more»
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Low Mileage 1975 Mercedes-Benz 230
I once bought a Mercedes-Benz 230, much like this one, but it was a 1969 model. Someone had gone medieval on its dashboard, resulting in a huge hole. I think I paid $500 for it. Not my best Benz… more»
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Parts Car Candidate? 1972 Mercedes 450 SL
Oh, how the mighty have fallen! Back in 1972, a Mercedes 450 SL was an exalted ride; if you had one, you were doing all right. Today’s deleterious find, located in Monroe, Louisiana, is a figurative shadow of its… more»
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$10 Million Barn Find: Jay Leno Reveals The Rarest Mercedes Gullwing
If an automobile find is exciting enough to pique the interest of Jay Leno, there’s not a much better indicator that something special is going on, especially when the car sold at auction for nearly $10 million. That’s the… more»
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44k Mile Barn Find: 1985 Mercedes-Benz 230E
Is it good or bad to own a car that was never sold in the US? I can’t decide; I’d like to hear your opinion. We can consider the question as we examine this 1985 Mercedes-Benz 230E four-door sedan,… more»
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Parked for 46 Years: 1959 Mercedes 220S Coupe
Cool roof line! Yeah, but there’s a bit more to this 1959 Mercedes 220S than attractive lines. It’s definitely rough around the edges, but this Benz is one to examine! Found in Riverside, California, this project Mercedes is available… more»
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52k Mile Turbo Diesel Sedan: 1985 Mercedes-Benz 300D
Whether you’re a fan of diesel-powered autos, looking for an older reliable cruiser, or just in the market for a nicely preserved eighties sedan, this 1985 Mercedes-Benz 300D here on eBay ticks several of the right boxes. It has… more»
