Mercedes-Benz

Rare 4×4 Drop Top: 1990 Mercedes-Benz GE300

When consumers decide something that was formerly reserved for military use is suddenly fashionable, it’s amazing to see how quickly said item goes from defense industry apparatus to suburban mall crawler. The G-Class Mercedes-Benz is a perfect example of… more»

$38K Service Completed: 1970 Mercedes-Benz 600

The limousine as a vehicle segment has lost some relevance over the years, after decades of a long-wheelbase model being perceived as synonymous with wealth and power. I suppose it has to do with the limo becoming less significant… more»

BF Auction: No Reserve 1973 Mercedes-Benz 450SL

We have a bucket list of classic cars we want to experience. Some because of how they look or perform, while others we want to see if what has been written about them over the years is really how… more»

The Rudi Klein Junkyard Collection: Part Two – The Cars

As revealed in Part One of the Klein Junkyard series (thanks once again to Helena for the tip!) Mr Klein amassed an enormous collection of mostly German exotic cars and parts over decades. While his business ostensibly existed to sell… more»

Mercedes Bonanza: Stash of SL-Class Cars

The SL-Class of Mercedes-Benz grand touring sports car has been in production since 1954. The SL designation in English translates as “Sport Light”.  The third generation arrived in 1971 and stuck around through 1989. The seller has amassed seven… more»

The Rudi Klein Junkyard Collection: Part One – The Parts

Greater Los Angeles is chock full of automotive wonderment, with restoration services, collections, swap meets, and vintage car dealers tucked into unassuming cubbyholes all over town. One of these unassuming places was Rudi Klein’s “Porche Foreign Auto Dismantling” junkyard… more»

One Owner Turbodiesel: 1979 Mercedes-Benz 300SD

The premise of buying a car that has been looked after by one owner since new adds enormous appeal to any vintage car. In fact, it can transform an otherwise ordinary car into something special, and that’s certainly the… more»

No Reserve! 1974 Mercedes-Benz 280C

Mercedes-Benz introduced the W114/115 as a replacement for its “Fintail” series in 1968 and subsequently manufactured a veritable tide of these handsome sedans. Almost 2 million were sold over nine years of production. With sheet metal designed by Paul… more»

Cosworth Project: 1987 Mercedes-Benz 190E 2.3-16

It’s been a few minutes since I posted here, and I apologize for the temporary hiatus. Life just got busy, as it can happen on occasion. Well, I was happy to see this barn find Mercedes-Benz 190E 2.3-16 Cosworth… more»

BF Auction: 1970 Mercedes-Benz 250C

UPDATE—We are relisting this Mercedes. The seller discovered the car wouldn’t start after the previous auction ended. We and the seller agreed that it needed to be as presented, so he has now done the work to ensure it… more»

Gullwing Alternative: 1958 Mercedes-Benz 190SL

Less sporty than luxurious, the 190SL was Mercedes’ answer to Max Hoffman’s suggestion that an alternative to the expensive, race-bred 300SL would be welcome in the American market. A prototype of the new car was plying the roads by… more»

1987 Mercedes 560SL With Only 5,936 Miles!

Sometimes a classic will appear on our desks at Barn Finds that is so extraordinary it almost defies description. This 1987 Mercedes-Benz 560 SL is one such vehicle. Its presentation is almost flawless, which is understandable since it has… more»

Turbo Diesel S-Class: 1987 Mercedes-Benz 300SDL

This great-looking Benz combines some of the best-ever Mercedes components into what feels like a bank vault on wheels (yes, I have experience). After chatting with the owner this morning I’m convinced I’d like to own this car; if… more»

5-Speed Pagoda: 1968 Mercedes-Benz 280 SL

The seller of this Mercedes-Benz W113 “Pagoda” has experienced some challenges lately that are forcing the sale of this partially restored example, which is notable for being a rare 5-speed manual example. An unfortunate barn fire has shifted priorities… more»

37K and No Reserve: 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLK 350

If you’re like me, you and your fellow car enthusiasts likely spend a fair amount of time lamenting how modern cars are a pain to fix and far more complicated than the models that came before it. I am… more»

Rare AMG Package: 1979 Mercedes-Benz 500 TE AMG Estate

I try not to use the term “badass” too often as it is certainly an adjective that gets thrown around a lot. But when it comes to an AMG-modified W123 wagon, it’s hard to think of another superlative that… more»

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