Mercedes-Benz

Forgotten Luxury: 1993 Mercedes-Benz 400SEL

It’s amazing how little time it takes for a car that was once the most complicated, luxury-loaded model you can buy to become a moldy, forgotten shell of its former self. This 1993 Mercedes-Benz 400SEL was the best of… more»

Rare Barn Find: 1953 Mercedes-Benz 300S Roadster

We often forget given how much of the spotlight is devoted to the Mercedes-Benz 300SL Gullwing and Roadster that there were other high-end models in the company’s lineup that are just as exclusive and sought-after today. That includes rare… more»

Mike Tyson’s Car! 1990 Mercedes-Benz 500SL

Celebrity cars are an interesting subset of the collector car hobby. Some people truly are compelled to pony up the cash in order to own a car or truck once driven by a TV personality or a sports legend…. more»

Desert Find: 1959 Mercedes-Benz 220S

The Mercedes-Benz W180 chassis was the basis for the W180, 220A, and 220S, collectively built from 1954-59. These vehicles were powered by an inline-six engine and available as saloons (sedans), coupes, and convertibles. This ’59 220S has spent the… more»

Steve Jobs’ Merc? 1984 Mercedes-Benz 500 SEC

It is the eternal question that will always spark spirited debate. If a classic car counts a famous person in its ownership history, does that increase its overall value? That is the one facing us with this 1984 Mercedes-Benz… more»

Low-Mile Diesel: 1973 Mercedes-Benz 220D

The Mercedes-Benz W114 and W115 family of sedans remain one of the more affordable entry points to classic Mercedes ownership, and as this listing shows, you can still find a pretty nice car for short money. While they will… more»

Signal Red Stunner: 1964 Mercedes-Benz 220 SEB Coupe

While old Mercedes-Benz models are not hard to find for sale on various auction and enthusiast websites, there are a few qualities that make vintage examples true standouts. Two of the more rarely seen features in the old-school models… more»

13,000 Original Miles: 1987 Mercedes-Benz 190 E 2.3-16V

This 1987 Mercedes-Benz 190E 2.3-16 Cosworth is an impressive specimen, with just 13,000 original miles. These limited production sedans have been catching fire lately, especially as enthusiasts realize the E30 BMW M3 is never coming down in price and… more»

Stalled Project: 1957 Mercedes-Benz 190 SL

This 1957 Mercedes-Benz 190SL is an unfinished project, but one that seems to benefit from having the hard work already completed. The 190SL has become a serious collector’s item over the last decade, and good ones bring very real… more»

Dad’s Forgotten Roadster: 1988 Mercedes-Benz 560SL

Sorting through a deceased loved one’s possessions is hardly a fun chore, even if their property includes a forgotten collector car like this 1988 Mercedes-Benz 560SL. There’s always more paperwork involved than you’d like, and dealing with a car… more»

Overland Legend Lost: 1965 Unimog M404

A few days ago, I came across a Facebook post in the “Junkyard Finds” group that included a curious thing: a reference to a pick-and-pull yard putting a classic Mercedes-Benz Unimog into the self-service section loaded with high-end off-road… more»

37k Mile Beauty! 1997 Mercedes-Benz SL600 V12

The Mercedes SL Class is a grand touring sports car, equipped with plenty of everything to ensure that the driver has a great experience every time he or she gets behind the wheel.  And since I haven’t seen all… more»

W114 Survivor: 1973 Mercedes-Benz 280

This seems like an incredible deal for a running classic Mercedes-Benz that is largely solid and still presents very well despite ten years in storage. The seller notes he has lost his storage arrangement since discovering this 1973 280… more»

Japanese Market Only: AMG 1993 Mercedes-Benz 400E S3

When most enthusiasts think of Japanese market vehicles, they almost automatically refer to the right-hand drive kei cars and trucks, or low-mileage sports cars bearing names like “Skyline” and “Fairlady.” The somewhat hidden market that exists in Japan actually… more»

Tidy Pagoda: 1967 Mercedes-Benz 230SL

Classic Mercedes-Benz convertibles enjoy ever-rising values, and this 1967 Mercedes-Benz 230SL outside Bowling Green, Kentucky looks original and well-kept. The concave contour of the removable hard top led to the cars being known as the “pagoda” for their resemblance… more»

Left in Storage: 1980 Mercedes-Benz 450SL

If we were to assemble a list of the classic cars most likely to be left in storage, the Mercedes-Benz R107/C107 cars are definitely in the top five. The seller claims this 1980 450SL was found forgotten in storage… more»

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