As the 1960s dawned, Mercedes-Benz’s burgeoning model lineup lacked only one essential component: a super prestige saloon to stand alongside the Grosser Mercedes of yesteryear. This void was triumphantly filled in September 1963 when the all-new Mercedes-Benz 600 made its…
Elegant and refined, the 1968 Mercedes-Benz 280SL is a true icon of 1960s motoring. As the final iteration of the beloved “Pagoda” series, it exhibits the perfect blend of style, performance, and luxury that defines the Stuttgart marque. At the…
The 1959 Mercedes-Benz 300SL Roadster is a stunning example of the German automaker’s engineering prowess and design excellence. Born from the iconic 300SL “Gullwing” coupe, the roadster version was introduced in 1957 as a response to customer demands for a…
The 1967 Mercedes-Benz 250SL California Coupe is a great example of the W113 Mercedes ‘Pagoda’, a term endearingly used to describe the distinctive concave hardtop designed by Bela Barenyi and named for its resemblance to Far Eastern temples. The California…
Debuting for 1954, the Mercedes-Benz 300SL retained its race-winning forebear’s spaceframe and lightweight alloy bodywork while adopting refined mechanicals from the prestigious 300 luxury touring range. Mounted at a 45-degree angle, its 2,996cc Bosch fuel-injected six produced 215 horsepower, relayed…
Launched in 1955 as a more affordable alternative to the exclusive Mercedes-Benz 300SL, the 190SL shared the aesthetic appeal of its illustrious sibling but was designed for a broader market. This classic roadster was produced until 1963, and the 1959…