Mercedes Benz Saloon Coupe

Author : Nik Greene
Publisher : The Crowood Press
Page : 412 pages
File Size : 44,9 Mb
Release : 2021-09-27
Category : Transportation
ISBN : 9781785009341

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Mercedes-Benz Saloon Coupe by Nik Greene Pdf

First produced in 1928, Mercedes-Benz Coupés became the embodiment of elegance and exclusivity on four wheels. Their design became an experience for all the senses, appealing to every emotion. Hans-Dieter Futschik, the designer responsible for many of the later Mercedes-Benz models, said of the Saloon Coupé: 'A shorter wheelbase compared with the saloons gives it different proportions that are almost sports car-like in character. The passenger compartment is set further back. This gives it a sportier look than a saloon. In addition, the greenhouse is smaller and more streamlined than the basic body. It looks like a small head set on a muscular body, exuding a powerful and more dynamic attitude... Everything radiates power, elegance and agility.' This complete guide includes an overview of early automotive history; pre-merger design from both Benz and Daimler; the historical protagonists and how they influenced the design; how design and fashion change vehicle shape; the continued development of Saloon Coupe design to suit every class and finally, the modern idea of the Coupe.

Author : Nik Greene
Publisher : The Crowood Press
Page : 404 pages
File Size : 55,7 Mb
Release : 2021-02-22
Category : Transportation
ISBN : 9781785008238

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Mercedes-Benz Sport-Light Coupe by Nik Greene Pdf

In the very beginning, the automotive industry was dominated by open-top vehicles whose body shapes were very much based on the horse-drawn carriage, there were open and closed carriages and then there was the Coupe. These were developed from the type of carriage known as the Berlin coach, which was designed as a classic vehicle for individual luxury travel and prestige. This type of carriage offered an intimate atmosphere focused exclusively on the passengers; it did not even have space for luggage, it simply exuded style, elegance and luxury in every way. This first volume of the Mercedes-Benz Coupe book addresses the journey from what was a functional sports car design to what has become the incomparable Mercedes-Benz 'Sports Coupe'; its timeless body design has remained, even today both a dream car and a dream Coupe to anyone whom aspires to follow in the footsteps of the early individualists who chose style and elegance over practicality. With over 300 photographs and illustrations, this book includes: an overview of the early days of 'Sports-Car' design; the influences of aerodynamics on design evolution; early protagonists at Daimler-Benz and how they influenced design of the Coupe shape; how the Racing Coupe influenced what became the production Sport Coupe; the experimental and one-off prototypes, and finally the continuation of the Super Sport Light concept through the 'S-Class' range.

Author : James Taylor
Publisher : Crowood
Page : 503 pages
File Size : 51,7 Mb
Release : 2013-12-15
Category : Transportation
ISBN : 9781847975966

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Mercedes-Benz S-Class 1972-2013 by James Taylor Pdf

Ever since their introduction in 1972, the S-Class saloons from Mercedes-Benz have been considered the pinnacle of automotive excellence. For most of that time, ownership of an S-Class - at least, of a reasonably recent one - has been symbolic of material success and of restrained yet impeccable good taste. Several other car makers have nibbled at the edges of the S-Class market, but none has produced a viable and lasting alternative to the big Benz. Mercedes-Benz S-Class 1972-2013 charts the evolution and success of the series, from the W116 model, the first to be designed from the ground up as a large luxury saloon, through to the C126 coupe, one of the all-time Mercedes-Benz classic designs.Topics covered include: development and production of the W126 saloons and classic W126 coupes; the W140 saloons in the 1990s; the 140 coupes, the W220 models and the elegant 215 coupes; the W221 models, introduced at the Frankfurt International Motor Show in 2005; the C216 coupes and the future of Mercedes-Benz S-Class. Superbly illustrated with 288 colour photographs.

Author : James Taylor
Publisher : The Crowood Press
Page : 346 pages
File Size : 45,6 Mb
Release : 2021-03-22
Category : Transportation
ISBN : 9781785008252

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Mercedes-Benz W114 and W115 by James Taylor Pdf

The W114 and W115 models were enormously successful for Mercedes-Benz, and their sales in nine years of production between 1967 and 1976 almost equalled the total of all Mercedes passenger models built in the 23 years between 1945 and the time of their introduction in 1968. There were many reasons for this success, but perhaps the most important was that Mercedes expanded the range to include a simply vast amount of variants including four-cylinder and six-cylinder petrol engines, four-cylinder diesels; saloons, coupes and long-wheelbase models. With around 200 photographs, this book features the story of the design and development of the W114 and W115 ranges. It gives full technical specifications, including paint and interior trim choices; includes a chapter on the special US variants; gives production tables and model type codes and explores the Experimental Safety Vehicles developed from these cars. Finally, there is a chapter on buying and owning a 114- or 115-series Mercedes.

Author : James Taylor
Publisher : Crowood
Page : 424 pages
File Size : 40,5 Mb
Release : 2015-05-31
Category : Transportation
ISBN : 9781847979544

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Mercedes-Benz W124 by James Taylor Pdf

Designed by Mercedes's head of design Bruno Sacco, the W124 range immediately became the benchmark by which medium-sized car models were judged in the late 1980s due to its engineering excellence and high build quality. There was a model to suit every would-be-buyer, from the taxi driver through the family motorist and on to those who were willing and able to pay for luxury and performance. This book covers: design, development and manufacture of all models of W124 including estates, cabriolets and the stylish coupe range; engines and performance; special editions and AMG models and, finally, buying and owning a W124 today. Superbly illustrated with 264 colour photographs.

Author : James Taylor
Publisher : The Crowood Press
Page : 511 pages
File Size : 41,9 Mb
Release : 2020-09-01
Category : Transportation
ISBN : 9781785007347

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Mercedes-Benz W201 (190) by James Taylor Pdf

The W201 was a compact saloon designed to address both concerns about fuel economy generated by the first oil crisis in the 1970s and competition for sales from the BMW 3 Series. Many doubted that Mercedes could deliver a compact car whilst retaining their traditional qualities. But the W201 soon won them over. For here was a car that was a real Mercedes in the tradition of the time - it was just smaller. With around 200 photographs, the book features the reasons behind the need to build a new compact saloon in the 1980s. It covers the styling, engineering and specification changes introduced over the lifetime of the model; gives full technical specifications, including paint and interior trim choices and production tables and vehicle number sequences. The story of Mercedes' long and exciting struggle to win the German Touring Car Championship with the 190 is covered. There is a chapter on the special US variants and, finally, a chapter on buying and owing a 201-series Mercedes.

Author : Nik Greene
Publisher : The Crowood Press
Page : 530 pages
File Size : 55,5 Mb
Release : 2020-04-20
Category : Transportation
ISBN : 9781785007187

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Bruno Sacco by Nik Greene Pdf

When Bruno Sacco walked through the doors on his first day at Mercedes-Benz on 13 January 1958 it is highly unlikely that his Daimler-Benz colleagues could ever imagine that this nervous young man would not only revolutionize design but would change the way design and innovation connected with brand tradition forever. Bruno Sacco is one of the most influential automotive designers of the late twentieth century; many models launched during his era now characterize the Mercedes-Benz brand. When Nik Greene asked Bruno Sacco to assist with this book, he replied humbly 'No-one designs a car alone, and more to the point, I never, for one minute, wanted to. From the moment I became Head of Design, I put down my pens and became a manager of minds.' With over 330 photographs and illustrations, this book includes an overview of the early days of functional vehicle design; the influence of safety on design evolution; protagonists of Daimler-Benz design from Hermann Ahrens to Paul Bracq; design philosophy and innovation under Bruno Sacco; the Sacco-designed cars and, finally, the Bruno Sacco legacy.

Author : Martin Buckley,Mark Cosovich,Jody Scheckter
Publisher : Gwasg y Bwthyn
Page : 221 pages
File Size : 46,8 Mb
Release : 2014
Category : Mercedes W123 automobile
ISBN : 1782803726

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Mercedes-Benz W123 by Martin Buckley,Mark Cosovich,Jody Scheckter Pdf

Author : Rene Staud
Publisher : Te Neues Publishing Group
Page : 304 pages
File Size : 48,8 Mb
Release : 2012-04
Category : Photography
ISBN : 3832796452

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The Mercedes-Benz 300 SL Book by Rene Staud Pdf

This archival volume with a large-scale photoprint documents the evolution of one of the most exceptional cars ever. In René Staud's unique photographs, every carefully-engineered curve and detailed component can be seen in stunning and accurate representation. Both tribute and testimony, this book conveys the outstanding contributions this automotive legend has made from the fifties all the way to the present day. Text in English, German, French, Chinese, and Russian clamshell box, portfolio with one signed and numbered photoprint SELLING POINTS: *Containing one of René Staud's most distinctive photographs as a signed and numbered print *A refined and finely crafted box will preserve this edition in mint condition 175 color and b/w photographs

Author : Tim Slade
Publisher : Motorbooks
Page : 128 pages
File Size : 43,8 Mb
Release : 2004
Category : Transportation
ISBN : 0760319529

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Original Mercedes-Benz Coupes, Cabriolets, and Sedans 1960-1972 by Tim Slade Pdf

When it comes to desirability, few cars inspire avarice like the coupes and convertibles built by Mercedes-Benz in the nineteen sixties. This is confirmed by the sky high prices that these models command. Their close relatives, the contemporary V8 powered sedans, are now available on a far more modest budget, yet possess all the same fine Mercedes attributes as the two door cars. This book looks at the history and development of the models, from the 220SE coupe's introduction at the '61 Frankfurt show, where it lost the limelight to a certain Jaguar, to the hugely collectable 280SE3.5 convertible of '71, and its sedan brethren, including the monstrous 300SEL6.3.These cars were close to perfection when they left the factory. With hundreds of detail shots of some of the best cars from Europe and America, combined with a smattering of archive material, the book aims to provide a definitive guide to originality for these cars, to appeal to owners, restorers and enthusiast alike.- A definitive guide to Mercedes built during one of the most influential periods of the manufacturer's history- Written, illustrated and designed to appeal to owners, restorers and enthusiasts- Detail shots of the some of the best Mercedes in the era - cars now owned in the USA and Europe- Archive material that will satisfy true devotees of these special cars- Contains invaluable guidance for those planning to purchase a Mercedes from the 1960sAbout the AuthorA Mercedes has always been part of Tim Slade's life, and he still drives the 180 he first rode in when aged three. He began as an artist and illustrator, with his work appearing in leading UK magazines including Classic Sports Car and Autocar. More recently, he has started to write about cars, and his monthly contribution to Mercedes Enthusiast has rapidly made him a respected expert on the marque.

Author : Myles Kornblatt
Publisher : Crowood
Page : 308 pages
File Size : 47,6 Mb
Release : 2014-04-30
Category : Transportation
ISBN : 9781847976963

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Mercedes W113 by Myles Kornblatt Pdf

In 1963 the Mercedes W113 replaced two cars: the 300 SL racing legend and the successful 190 SL. In the process, the 230/250/280 SL two-seat coupe/roadster became an icon not only by carving out the perfect niche between its two predecessors, but also by being like no other car on the road. Mercedes W113 - The Complete Story explores both the technical and social side of how this legend was born. The book covers: the W113's predecessors - the 300 SL and the 190 SL; design and development of the 230, 250 and 280 SL models, including the distinctive concave 'Pagoda' roof and the 'Californian Coupe' rear seat option; Bela Barenyi's innovations that made the 230 SL the first 'safety sports car'; rallying successes for the W113; the R107 successor, with specialist advice on 'Pagoda' restorations, and the W113 in popular culture. Superbly illustrated with 249 colour photographs.

Author : Fred Larimer
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 210 pages
File Size : 55,8 Mb
Release : 2024-05-17
Category : Mercedes automobiles
ISBN : 1610590759

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Mercedes-Benz Buyer's Guide by Fred Larimer Pdf

This book gives an up-close look at Mercedes-Benz roadsters, convertibles, and two-and four-seat coupes from the mid-1950s to present. With roadsters, starting with the 300SL's from the mid-1950 and continuing through the current SLK's - up to the 2003 model year. Coupes and Cabrios, this book details the 220SEb/300SE cars of 1960 and continues on up to the current CLK's to the 2003 model year. This approach better serves those who are in the market for "personal cars" by not spreading the book too thin to cover the entire Mercedes-Benz lineup. Explore all the traditional elements of the Buyer's Guide series, such as the basic histories of each model or model type, Garage Watch photos with inset photo callouts, tables of common replacement parts, quotes from contemporary magazine reviews, owner testimonials, rating charts, and specification tables.

Author : James Taylor
Publisher : Motorbooks International
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 52,6 Mb
Release : 1997
Category : Mercedes automobile
ISBN : 1901432009

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Mercedes by James Taylor Pdf

This text highlights the handsome and rare coupes and cabriolets that most enthusiasts aspire to, and also recounts the careers of both Ponton and Fintail models in international rallying - particularly the car-breaking Safari Rally.

Author : Brian Long
Publisher : Veloce Publishing Ltd
Page : 210 pages
File Size : 50,8 Mb
Release : 2016-06-01
Category : Transportation
ISBN : 9781845847777

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Mercedes-Benz G-Wagen by Brian Long Pdf

Revealing the definitive history of the entire Mercedes-Benz G-Wagen series. Including SWB and LWB cars, station wagons, vans and convertibles, and with an overview of all the models sold in each of the world's major markets, this book is packed full of information and contemporary illustrations sourced directly from the Stuttgart factory.

Author : Bernd S. Koehling
Publisher : Createspace Independent Publishing Platform
Page : 172 pages
File Size : 55,5 Mb
Release : 2017-01-11
Category : Electronic
ISBN : 1542904862

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Mercedes-benz, the 1960s, W108 and W109 6-cylinder by Bernd S. Koehling Pdf

The W108 and W109 models did away with the unibody and have until today lost nothing from their timeless elegance. This book tells their complete story. It covers each model's development and history and it comes with a comprehensive Buyer's Guide takes a detailed look at the Chassis Number and Data Card discusses the price development of all models up to December 2016 offers superb recent non-Daimler AG photography, this includes pictures of the suspension A technical section covers paint and interior options, production history plus engine and performance data of each model. One chapter is devoted to Karl Wilfert, who was as head of design behind most of the wonderful Mercedes cars of the 1950s and 1960s. Very few still remember him.