Of all the cars I’d think about hopping up, a mid-1960s Mercedes-Benz 190 sedan wouldn’t make the cut. But it did make someone’s hit parade who decided to put in a “western” made 350 cubic inch V8, an updated… more»
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Beautiful in Brown: 1985 Mercedes-Benz 300D
This clean 1985 Mercedes-Benz 300D remains in surprisingly nice condition for having almost 200,000 miles on the clock. That sort of mileage shouldn’t be any cause for concern given how long-lived the W123 chassis cars are. The color may… more»
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No Reserve Wagon: 1983 Mercedes-Benz 300 TD
Bidding is currently quite low on this desirable Mercedes-Benz 300TD wagon, which is offered with no reserve. The W123 lineup is one of the most durable and desirable Mercedes models ever made, with the diesel-powered wagons among the more… more»
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One Year Diesel: 1987 Mercedes-Benz 300 SDL
Here’s a mild rarity among the legion of diesel-powered Mercedes-Benz models: a one-year-only 1987 300SDL, which combined a long, comfortable wheelbase with a decently powerful 3.0 inline-six turbodiesel. This model made a respectable 201 lb-ft of torque, which helped… more»
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Dusty Deal: 1960 Mercedes-Benz SL
I love classic Mercedes. They ooze class and just look great. It helps they were well made too and many have survived hundreds of thousands of miles. Of late, this is not so much the case, but to be… more»
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Pristine Pullman: 1984 Mercedes-Benz 300D Limousine
Mercedes-Benz has been known for many things over the years, the most obvious of which is building luxury cars. It’s also been celebrated for its durable diesel powerplants. Those aspects of the Mercedes story are well-documented, but the company… more»
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Neglected G-Wagen: 1980 Mercedes-Benz 300GD Cabrio
The Mercedes G-Wagen has, in recent years, exploded onto the domestic car scene in a way I didn’t see coming. Here we have a military vehicle lightly disguised as a luxury rig, and up until fairly recently, not even… more»
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No Reserve: 1978 Mercedes-Benz 450 SEL
Is the Mercedes-Benz W116 chassis one of the better values out there for a classic European sedan? Given the typically low sale prices, one could safely assume that yes, these are relative bargains compared to other Mercedes from the… more»
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Motor Project: 1970 Mercedes-Benz 280SE
Here on eBay is a well-bred sedan: a 1970 Mercedes-Benz 280SE, bid to $7600 with the reserve met. This car is located in Dallas, Texas. Not only is this Benz a worthy example, but the seller has also posted… more»
One Year Model: 1967 Mercedes-Benz 250SL
The W113 Mercedes-Benz is one of the prettier convertibles the company has made, and after years of living in the shadow of the 300SL roadster, it has finally emerged as a very collectible classic. This example is desirable for… more»
Clean Cosworth: 1986 Mercedes-Benz 190E 2.3-16
Let’s get the obvious out of the way: the Mercedes-Benz 190E 2.3-16 Cosworth is a car that’s near and dear to my heart. Long-term Barn Finds readers will remember that I dragged one out of a junkyard in Pennsylvania… more»
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Short Wheelbase Cabriolet: 1986 Mercedes-Benz 280GE
The Mercedes-Benz G-Class – or G-Wagen – has long been associated with excess in a few different categories. In most cases, it is a four-door, full-size SUV with a ridiculous amount of horsepower thanks to modifications by AMG, and… more»
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Carat Duchatelet Edition: 1985 Mercedes-Benz 280 SE
When it comes to style, it’s hard to go wrong with a big-body Mercedes-Benz sedan. Unmodified, they are stately and handsome; if you apply some custom touches, they are seemingly transformed into a cross between a gangster’s lowrider and… more»
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Twilight Zone Edition: 1983 Mercedes-Benz 500SEC
Mercedes-Benz cars modified in-period in the 1980s are typically some of the more memorable rides from that era. The bodykits, wide wheels, and upgraded sound systems were all part of the playbook for driving a car that was “hooked… more»
BF Exclusive: 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK55
When you think of a genuine AMG car, it’s easy to assume that any Mercedes-Benz product with the iconic badge will be out of your price range. Fortunately, this is a falsehood, as the company’s in-house tuning division has… more»
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Euro Spec Project: 1971 Mercedes-Benz 300SEL 6.3
“A man has to know his limitations.” These are the seller’s words when describing this European-market specification 1971 Mercedes-Benz 300SEL 6.3. He’s referring to the fact that while he has the Mercedes running and driving under its own power,… more»
