Mercedes-Benz

Oct 15, 2019 • For Sale • 14 Comments

Black Plate Beater: 1958 Mercedes 190SL

Described as a “very solid restoration car,” this 1958 Mercedes-Benz 190SL is a sharp California black plate survivor that’s been repainted and needs a proper reconditioning. Still, what we can see here presents as a fairly solid car provided… more»

Oct 15, 2019 • For Sale • 9 Comments

1984 Mercedes 500 SEC Lorinser Edition With 12k Miles!

As the one-time choice of Formula One drivers the likes of Nelson Piquet, Alain Prost, and Niki Lauda, Lorinser’s improved Mercedes-Benz models earned a reputation for capabilities beyond MB’s already-excellent factory performance. This 1984 Mercedes-Benz 500 SEC Lorinser Edition… more»

Oct 14, 2019 • For Sale • 15 Comments

Still A Headturner? 1985 Mercedes 300D Pickup

No one will ever claim that Mercedes’ W123 line is anything but useful. Fuel efficient in the case of the diesels; smooth performers with the gas burners; and unbelievably reliable across the entire lineup. One area it may fall… more»

Oct 8, 2019 • For Sale • 27 Comments

Turbodiesel Coupe: 1984 Mercedes-Benz 300CD

When it comes to large and luxurious coupe models, there’s no denying that Mercedes-Benz manufactured some of the finest on the market. It’s also a bonus if your Benz coupe features one of the company’s reliable diesel engines, such… more»

Oct 4, 2019 • For Sale • 15 Comments

Beau Projet Voitures: Massive French Auction

There’s a lot of interesting vintage tin coming up for auction in France, where some 250 cars across a wide range of years and makes are up for grabs. The auction is set for this Saturday and will include… more»

Oct 3, 2019 • For Sale • 9 Comments

One Owner 4-Speed: 1969 Mercedes 280SL

This 1969 Mercedes-Benz 280SL roadster is described as a highly-original car that remained in the care of one owner 50 years. It’s also equipped with the desirable and rare 4-speed manual (though not as valuable as the extremely limited… more»

Oct 1, 2019 • For Sale • 13 Comments

8,500 Genuine Miles: 1981 Mercedes-Benz 500 SL Convertible

It is hard to believe that someone would buy a car like this 1981 Mercedes-Benz 500 SL, use it for about a year, and then park it. Believe it or not, that has been the fate of this car,… more»

Sep 30, 2019 • Stories • 29 Comments

The Benz in the Window: Mercedes Showroom Demolished

For years, I have seen click-bait images of a yellow Mercedes W115 parked high above a city in Spain. The caption was always something mysterious, like Abandoned Mercedes showroom or Haunted factory in Spain but as is the norm,… more»

Sep 17, 2019 • For Sale • 22 Comments

Parked in 1990: 1969 Mercedes 300SEL 6.3

This 1969 Mercedes-Benz 300SEL 6.3 sedan is one of the more collectible high-performance sedans to emerge prior to the legendary 6.9L Benz hitting showrooms. This example has been under the care of a longterm second owner prior to being… more»

Sep 14, 2019 • For Sale • 10 Comments

AMG in the Barn: 1984 Mercedes 500SEC

This 1984 Mercedes-Benz 500SEC is a barn find example that wears a period-correct AMG body kit and other era-appropriate modifications. The big W126 coupe is a looker, especially with ARE five-spoke wheels and navy blue Recaro sport seats. The… more»

Aug 31, 2019 • For Sale • 12 Comments

18,550 Miles: 1997 Mercedes S600

This 1997 Mercedes-Benz S600 is a one-owner car, recently traded into a dealership with a mere 18,550 miles on the clock. Bidding is fast and furious at the moment, with the big sedan already attracting $25K – and the… more»

Aug 20, 2019 • For Sale • 8 Comments

AMG Modified: 1991 Mercedes 190E

This 1991 Mercedes-Benz 190E is equipped with the 2.6L inline-six and a host of AMG upgrades, both cosmetic and performance-minded. The car is a gray market example and wears larger AMG monoblock wheels; an upgraded suspension; Sebring exhaust; and… more»

Aug 19, 2019 • For Sale • 23 Comments