Mercedes-Benz

Still a Bargain: 2001 Mercedes-Benz SL500

This is one of the most underappreciated cars on the market right now, and we’re all going to be kicking ourselves for not buying one at the current price point. Someday, these will be selling for over $50,000, mark… more»

Long Wheelbase Pickup: 1983 Mercedes-Benz 500SEL

Have you often felt that most vintage cars  are sorely lacking in utility? Now, if you happen to find a classic truck if your style anyway, no problem. But for those of us who like cars, you may feel… more»

Diesel-Powered Mini Bus: 1975 Mercedes-Benz O 309 D

We’ve featured numerous fine automobiles from Mercedes-Benz on Barn Finds over the years, but I don’t recall coming across many wearing the O 309 D badge.  This moniker signifies a bus, one small enough to be driven with ease, yet providing… more»

Diplomat Owner: 1992 Mercedes-Benz 500SE

The Mercedes-Benz W140 platform is one of those vehicles that represents the pinnacle of the brand in the early and middle 90s, but sadly has fallen on hard times. However, when you find a decent one, you can forgive… more»

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»

Limo Project: 1986 Mercedes-Benz 500SEL

To me, one of the more intriguing projects to take on is an old limo. Now, not just your run-of-the-mill Town Car or Cadillac, but something more exotic. We’ve all seen the random Porsche 911 stretch, or the Corvette… more»

Crayford Wagon Conversion: 1978 Mercedes-Benz 450SEL

The station wagon holds different meaning to different cultures. Here in the USA, we look at them as once-popular conveyances of families and friends, a practical tool of suburbia that would later give way to the still-popular SUV model…. more»

No Reserve: 1985 Mercedes-Benz 300D California Edition

The Mercedes 300D is a good reminder that mileage figures are relative. An unrepaired Jaguar XKE with over 100k on the clock is rare. A 300D that’s traveled the same distance is barely broken in, and other than routine… more»

Senna’s Daily Driver: 1985 Mercedes-Benz 190E 2.3-16v Cosworth

As with almost any sport, the question of who is (or was) the greatest Formula 1 driver of all time will always ignite debate. If raw statistics are the determining factor, it is hard to look beyond Lewis Hamilton… more»

Arctic White On Red: 1987 Mercedes-Benz 560SL

The Mercedes-Benz R107 is not unlike the C3/C4 Chevrolet Corvette, in my book: they made a ton of them, you can always find one for sale, but a truly decent one is still a car worth checking out. The… more»

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»

Rare Find: 1959 Mercedes 190SL Convertible

Here’s a once-in-a-lifetime restoration opportunity for Mercedes-Benz collectors—a 1959 190SL Convertible that’s not only complete, but comes with an astonishing trove of original and spare parts. This car has been in the same family for over 50 years and… more»

No Reserve Euro: 1984 Mercedes-Benz 500SL

Just a few posts ago, we talked about how the R107-chassis Mercedes-Benz roadster suffered from being seen as commonplace, or at the very least, the sort of car you didn’t need to rush out to buy. There are exceptions… more»

No Reserve R107: 1987 Mercedes Benz 560SL

What amazes me about the R129-chassis Mercedes-Benz SL is how they still manage to find buyers, even after years of being regular fixtures on the cheap, used European car marketplace. These well-built machines have been commonplace for years, but… more»

Cosworth Project: 1986 Mercedes-Benz 190E 2.3-16

One of the hardest moments as a car enthusiast is getting deep into a project and then seeing an example that looks like a potentially better deal. This has happened a few times over the years to me, and… more»

No Reserve! 1987 Mercedes-Benz 560 SL

Behold – the top-of-the-line Mercedes-Benz R107: the 560 SL, this one minted in 1987, available here on eBay in a no-reserve auction. The bidding has reached $9000 and the car is located in Conway, South Carolina. Said to be… more»

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