I’ve never understood why four-doors are usually not as desirable as coupe and convertible cars in the classic car market; more doors means more space for you and your friends, and four-doors still typically have plenty of trunk space…. more»
Mercedes
Aug 21, 2017 • For Sale • 11 Comments
Hand Built: Mercedes Landaulet Replica
Among replicas, the classic Mercedes-Benz 500K has constantly been paid homage to in some fashion. Whether the whole car was rebuilt or simply the iconic nose section, imitation has always been part of its heritage. This custom limousine features… more»
Aug 21, 2017 • For Sale • 38 Comments
Country Club Staple: 1974 Mercedes 450 SL
Many years ago, right after dinosaurs gave up their reign on Earth, the Mercedes name was synonymous with quality. That may sound like a catch phrase or advertising line today, but it was true for a long time. People… more»
Aug 14, 2017 • For Sale • 16 Comments
Bring (Old) Money: 1963 Mercedes-Benz 190D Wagon
No car says “old money” quite like a Mercedes-Benz station wagon—wagon buyers are known to be some of M-B’s wealthiest and most loyal customers—but before 1977 (’79 in the States) it took even more money to get your hands… more»
Jul 23, 2017 • For Sale • 7 Comments
Two Worn Triumphs And A Rusty Benz!
Have you ever read an ad and just felt like whomever wrote it is a pretty interesting guy? When I read this ad, I immediately felt that Kenny, the owner of these three lost souls, was a guy that… more»
Jul 19, 2017 • For Sale • 33 Comments
Mystery Pagoda — Less Than 15,000 Miles?
Imagine uncovering a 1971 Mercedes 280 SL in a garage to find it only has 14,600 miles! Great surprise, right? What I don’t understand is why the seller is excited enough to ask a super high price for the… more»
Jul 14, 2017 • For Sale • 6 Comments
Snowbird Special: 1987 Mercedes-Benz 420SEL
A big Mercedes sedan always has a sense of occasion, as they say, making every trip seem like a journey to a glamorous destination. In the case of this 1987 420SEL, an example of the W126-generation S-class, the original… more»
Jul 8, 2017 • For Sale • 8 Comments
Euro Market Pagoda: 1965 Mercedes 230SL
The W113 chassis Mercedes represent good value, both in terms of the driving experience and the potential return on investment should it be restored. Some examples have been drug out of the bayou with rust that can frighten even… more»
Jun 20, 2017 • For Sale • 24 Comments
Barn Treasure: 1951 Mercedes 220s
After 40 years tucked away this 1951 Mercedes 220S has been brought back out into the sun light and is looking for a new home. The seller has described this as a “Barn Treasure” and it certainly looks the… more»
Jun 15, 2017 • For Sale • 8 Comments
German Mafia: 1979 Mercedes 280E
Is there such a thing as the German mafia? I don’t know, but if there is, I’ll bet one of their members previously drove this period-modified 1979 Mercedes-Benz 280E. You get so used to seeing W123’s appearing as well-worn… more»
Jun 14, 2017 • For Sale • 18 Comments
No Reserve Castaways: Cheap Projects on eBay
One of my favorite sellers on eBay tends to get a lot of donated, abandoned and tax write-off vehicles in their yard, and while most of the cars are completely forgettable, there’s always a few that look like compelling… more»
Jun 7, 2017 • For Sale • 25 Comments
Father and Son Pair: Mercedes 300SL Gullwing & Roadster
Talk about a family with good tastes: this pair of Mercedes 300SLs, one a Gullwing coupe and the other a Roadster, have been in the same family ownership for 60 years after originally being purchased by a father and… more»
Jun 1, 2017 • For Sale • 35 Comments
Budget Benz: 1985 Mercedes Benz 380SE
The $4,700 price tag on this big Benz may seem steep at first, but when you realize how much car you are getting for the money, it may just seem like a bargain. Not only is this a large… more»
May 23, 2017 • Exclusives For Sale •
EXCLUSIVE: 1963 Mercedes 230SL Pagoda
Seller Description: This Mercedes has been in my barn for 12 years and it’s been in the family for approximately 20 years. Fuel-injected engine and transmission in good shape without many miles. Lots of good parts in interior. Some of… more»
May 22, 2017 • Exclusives For Sale • 12 Comments
EXCLUSIVE: 1953 Mercedes 220 Project
Seller Description: Solid body and fenders. The doors are there. All of the doors need metal work though… rusted around the bottoms, etc. The front end is all there and solid. The grill shell is inside the car. The… more»
May 18, 2017 • Exclusives For Sale • 24 Comments
EXCLUSIVE: 1991 Mercedes 350SD
This Mercedes isn’t exactly a barn find in the normal sense, but it is currently parked in reader Al M’s barn and he wants it gone. It’s a 1991 350SD that runs and drives well, but it’s taking up… more»
