Mercedes Owner Magazine Issue 330 | February 2019 | £3.50 Mercedes...Your ...The Right Upgrade the Right Way

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01276 474900 [email protected] mercedesclub.org.uk Contents » 3

05 Newsline

10 The Big Picture

13 Events

15 New E 350

21 3rd Generation CLS Four-Door Coupé

25 The Twenty Seven

27 The New Mercedes-Benz G 350 D

31 CLA Coupé

35 Customer Racing

39 The Mercedes-Benz S-Class

43 Mercedes-Benz at No1

48 Specialist Directory ˆ The new Mercedes-Benz G 350 D 51 Classifieds 54 Polish Battery Power

ˆ Customer Racing ˆ The Mercedes-Benz S-Class

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› mercedesbenzowners ˆ Mercedes-Benz at No1 ˆ The New Mercedes-Benz CLA

Front cover: The New Mercedes-Benz CLA (see page 31 for more information)

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New trim for VITO

Mercedes-Benz Vans UK Ltd have introduced three distinct trim levels to the Vito van and crew range to ensure customers can clearly identify the right vehicle for their needs.

All Vito models will benefit from a leather steering wheel (and gear selector on manual models), comfort driver’s seat, automatic headlights, and parking sensors, and will have a choice of PURE, NEW AWD SPRINTER PROGRESSIVE and PREMIUM lines. Pricing and specification have been announced for the The PURE level offers Audio 10 infotainment system, Active Parking new Mercedes-Benz Sprinter AWD, which is now available Assist, parking sensors, heated and electrically adjustable exterior to order for March 2019 production, priced from £37,540 mirrors, an overhead control panel, and heat-insulating glass, as excluding VAT for the Sprinter 314 Chassis L2 AWD. standard. This is available for the 109 CDI, 111 CDI and 114 CDI. The Sprinter AWD is designed to offer a practical and capable In addition to this, the PROGRESSIVE level offers metallic paint, solution where additional traction is required and uses the colour-coded front and rear bumpers, Audio 15 infotainment tried and trusted Mercedes-Benz 4-ETS (Electronic Traction system, electrically folding exterior mirrors, front fog lamps, cruise System) technology, which is integrated with Adaptive ESP, control, full wheel trims, and driver’s seat lumbar support. This trim offering unrivalled traction management in operation. level is available for all engines, except the top 119 CDI. The Sprinter AWD features selectable low range transmission Then the top PREMIUM level offers air conditioning, 17-inch alloy and Downhill Speed Regulation to enhance the traction and wheels, a chrome radiator grille, reversing camera, anti-theft grade ability of the Sprinter range even further, as well as protection package and double lock, velour floor mats, and pre- increasing the climbing ability of the vehicle. installation for Becker Map Pilot navigation. This is available for the The AWD system is turned on and off electro-hydraulically, 114 CDI, 116 CDI and 119 CDI engines. enabling the system to be engaged (4x4) or disengaged The 114 CDI is available for all trim levels to ensure that an (4x2) in vehicle speeds of up to 6 mph if conditions automatic gearbox and rear-wheel drive is an option for all Vito demand. The system is operated by a dashboard mounted owners, should they so choose. rocker switch with integrated indicator lights to show selection and full engagement. The Vito Tourer model will retain its two ‘PRO’ and ‘SELECT’ trim The system uses full electronic control to manage traction lines, with an additional ‘Sport’ trim to be added in Spring 2019. which negates the need for a manually engaged differential In addition, Vito lengths will be identified as L1, L2 and L3, replacing lock. In all-wheel-drive mode, the transfer case sends 35% of the former Compact, Long and Extra Long nomenclature. the power to the front axle and 65% to the rear axle. With low range engaged torque is increased by around 40%. List price for the Vito 114 CDI panel van L2 starts from £23,900 for the PURE, £25,570 for the PROGRESSIVE, and £27,580 for the In addition to the low range gear selection and Downhill Speed PREMIUM, all excluding VAT. Regulation, enhanced standard specification for the Sprinter AWD above a standard 4x2 Sprinter includes entrance grab Steve Bridge, Managing Director, Mercedes-Benz Vans UK Ltd, said: handles on both front doors, hydraulic steering, and mixed use “We pride ourselves on keeping our customers’ businesses moving, mud and slush tyres for optimum all round suitability. and part of that is ensuring that the find the right vehicle for their The AWD Sprinter models use a fully developed and needs. By introducing three distinct trim levels to Vito, we hope to integrated factory assembled driveline and are built alongside provide a clear and consistent offering to van owners and operators so 4x2 models; they are not aftermarket conversions and are that they can compare our products and services to the competition covered by full three year, unlimited mileage Mercedes-Benz and choose the best solution for them and their business.” Warranty and supported by the nationwide Dealer Network. mercedesclub.org.uk Newsline » 7

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We spent months with top tool manufacturers Alpha and Beta testing there solutions which are now industry standard and open to all with said tools like Flashtec's CMD tricore system with Fxx plug-ins. Not only does this reduce time that the customers vehicle needs to be with us as communication is much faster but also means ECU's found in tricky spots like the W205 C63 AMG Mercedes me means costs are also hugely reduced. This gives the customer a level of peace of mind as we have encountered many of the top The product range of Mercedes me is becoming increasingly varied “Mercedes tuning” companies absolutely butchering the casing of and available in more and more markets. With Australia, New Zealand the ECU in turn can allow for water ingress and even blocking of and Thailand on board since the beginning of this year, the number of the grounding strip found round the outside of the PCB (Printed markets in which Mercedes me can be used has risen to 45. And for circuit board) this can all lead to catastrophic failure of the unit. customers in the EU, the particularly good audio quality of the music- Here at GAD Tuning we have the tooling and skill set to be able to streaming service Tidal is available via Mercedes me – even without handle both OBD data communication and also bench flashing of a subscription fee for 12 months when purchasing a new Mercedes- modern management systems. Benz with MBUX, integrated into the vehicle and usable with "Hey Mercedes". In the Mercedes-Benz A-Class, B-Class and the new GLE, customers can also order optional equipment online in the car or via the Mercedes me Store after purchasing their vehicle, thanks to MBUX.

Mercedes me is becoming more international. The online portal is now also available to customers in Australia, New Zealand and Thailand. Technical, legal and commercial considerations determine in which countries the platform can be used, and which applications are available there. At present the number is already 45 countries, with more in preparation.

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he E 350 features a 2.0-litre display; two centre console and and automatic powered boot closing; petrol engine with EQ Boost, two rear USB ports; touchpad with and a panoramic sunroof (Coupé only). T which has an output of 299 controller; illuminated door sills; 19-inch The Night package can be added for hp and 400 Nm of torque. EQ Boost five-twin-spoke alloy wheels; Seat £645 and includes 20-inch multi-spoke uses a 48-volt onboard network Comfort package including electrically alloy wheels; diamond radiator grille with a belt-driven starter/alternator adjustable front seats; privacy glass and a single louvre in high-gloss back; – the system adds 14 hp to the car’s (Coupé only); ambient lighting with front apron in high-gloss black; and overall output. It can travel from a choice of 64 colours; Keyless-Go rear bumper in high-gloss black with 0 to 62 mph in 5.9 seconds – 6.1 starting function; heated front seats; chrome trim. seconds for the Cabriolet - and has split folding rear seats; Black open- The Comfort package – only an electronically limited top speed pore ash wood trim with Black ARTICO available in conjunction with the of 155 mph. The Coupé delivers up DINAMICA leather upholstery. Premium package – costs £3,295 to 40.9 combined mpg and emits There are a number of option and includes Air Balance; Energizing 158 g/km of CO2 (depending on packages available. The Premium comfort control; Air Body Control; and wheel size), while the Cabriolet can package is available for £2,395 and Nappa leather upholstery. achieve 39.8 combined mpg and includes COMAND Online; wireless Driver assistance systems include emits 163 g/km of CO2. charging; Parking package including a Lane Tracking package (£595) that Both the Coupé and Cabriolet come 360o camera; memory package; and includes Active Lane Keeping Assist, as standard with a 9G-Tronic Plus Multibeam LED Intelligent Light System. and the more comprehensive Driving 9-speed automatic transmission. The £3,450 (£4,395 for the Coupé) Assistance package (£1,695) which The E 350 Coupé and Cabriolet Premium Plus package adds to this adds Active Brake Assist; Active come packed with a high specification Burmester surround sound system; Distance Assist DISTRONIC and Active as standard including blind spot Keyless-Go package including hands- Speed Limit Assist; Evasive Steering assist; 12.3-inch widescreen cockpit free access, keyless entry and start Assist; and Pre-Safe Plus. mercedesclub.org.uk New E 350 » 17 Bespoke Remapping by GAD Tuning

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traight away, the new CLS is not your standard big Mercedes-Benz. Its striking styling and smooth lines make it an executive car Slike no other. We took the 400d 4MATIC diesel version for a test drive over the Peak District and put it through its paces. Mercedes-Benz got it right when the CLS concept was first released in 2004. This large luxury Coupe, which is perfect for those wanting the executive style and comfort for those in the front and rear with a sportier and more dynamic Coupe feel than an E-Class. The concept of added elegance and style from a Coupe with the functionality and comfort of a saloon has been mastered. This new MK3 model comes with eye-catching styling, a new range of engines and an interior to die for. There are also big infotainment system changes with media connectivity, camera-driven safety technology and autonomous driving capability. 22 » 3rd Generation CLS Four-Door Coupé mercedesclub.org.uk

traight away, the new CLS is not your standard big Mercedes-Benz. SIts striking styling and smooth lines make it an executive car like no other. We took the 400d 4MATIC diesel version for a test drive over the Peak District and put it through its paces.

Mercedes-Benz got it right when the CLS concept was first released in 2004. This large luxury Coupe, which is perfect for those wanting the executive style and comfort for those in the front and rear with a sportier and more dynamic Coupe feel than an E-Class. The concept of added elegance and style from a Coupe with the functionality and comfort of a saloon has been mastered. This new MK3 model comes with eye-catching styling, a new range of engines and an interior to die for. There are also big infotainment system changes with media connectivity, camera- driven safety technology and autonomous driving capability. Driving Experience All be it a Coupe, its geared for the long distance luxury drive. Taking the trip from Kent up to the Peak District certainly provided this test. The notorious stop-start of the British motorways were made effortless thanks to the refined comfort and optional autonomous driving technology. The driver simply needs to steer and the CLS will do the rest. The CLS is a little stockier this time around due to the standard fitment of 4MATIC 4WD. There are many options of petrol or diesel models at entry-level though most are predicted to consider the 3.0-litre diesel, available with 282hp in the CLS 350d 4MATIC or 340hp in the CLS 400d 4MATIC which we tested. The 9-speed auto transmission and 'DYNAMIC SELECT' driving modes system is an ease. As explained, motorways and dual carriageways are gobbled mercedesclub.org.uk 3rd Generation CLS Four-Door Coupé » 23

up with the CLS as it roars down the roads, Summary whilst tight country lanes in the Peak district During the week long test, this is a car cut from a different were becoming more of a challenge though the cloth, a car that wants to be driven, a car that wants to stand excellent ride quality and superb refinements out from the rest in the staff car park. You will be guaranteed a were easy compensation. luxurious and comfortable ride for driver and passengers alike Historically the CLS styling has been in a stylish Mercedes that will have onlookers galore. questioned by some quarters, though others will For more information visit www.mercedes-benz.co.uk or visit love it. The original 2004 which came with such your local Mercedes-Benz retailer. acclaim at its launch, with its strong lines and sweeping style has been recaptured by Chief Designer Gordon Wagener and his team who have tried to recapture this with the third 'C257'- series model. Inside the luxury Coupe, include the widescreen cockpit design from the E-Class that sees a couple of configurable 12.3-screens joined together to replace the previous infotainment monitor and instrument binnacle dials. This optional 'COMMAND' infotainment central display is well worth having, with its Wi-Fi, 3D navigation, smartphone-mirroring features and app connectivity. In addition, the cabin's beautifully trimmed and the seats are brilliantly supportive. Why have a light trim in your car if you can’t change the colour?. With virtually the colours of the rainbow to choose from, the CLS at night it a wonderful sight as it is in the daylight. In the rear, it's spacious for a four-door coupe with the third generation becoming the first in the model line in which it's possible to take three people on the back seat, a change we suspect from previous customers. The boot is a surprisingly deep, with 520- litre available, with the option of a 40:20:40- split rear bench. This CLS 400d 4MATIC 'AMG Line' derivative is priced from around £60,500 and there's nothing directly comparable in this segment as rivals are pitching a lower powered model for the similar price. The car comes with 19-inch alloy wheels, a parking package including, reversing camera, full leather upholstery and 40:20:40 split folding rear seats. Up-front, there's a 12.3-inch infotainment screen with 'Audio 20' multimedia monitor and a fully digitalised 12.3-inch cockpit display. Plus that wonderful ambient lighting with all those choices of colours, Agility Control suspension and of course a DAB radio. Premium Plus option for just under £4,000 will give you keyless entry, a seat memory package including electrically adjustable front seats and steering wheel, a Burmester surround sound system, a 360 degree camera which in my opinion is a must, the 'Comand Online' infotainment system and an electric sliding sunroof. The 400d CLS variant delivers 47.9mpg and emits 156g/km of CO2. That's about the same as the lesser CLS 350d 4MATIC variant. The desirability of the CLS helps it perform strongly in the used market and the diesel-engined cars are the most sought after. Comparatively rare cars with evocative styling rarely fall out of bed by the time owners come to sell them on and this is no exception. 24 » 1909: Maybech sets up his own company

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With the greenhouse moved back, the sporty GT rear achieves a balance between elegance and sportiness. Featuring pared- down lines, the precisely modelled side profile provides an interesting interplay of light and shade. Dispensing with the upper shaped edge of the side wall permits extremely muscular and athletic shoulder shaping, stretching from the front wheel arch through to the sculptured rear. Flush with the outer edge of the body, the wheels with their flared wheel arches and wide track epitomise dynamism and give the vehicle a sporty presence. In the interior, all elements are arranged according to the overarching design themes of ‘high tech’ and ‘youthful avant-garde’ – be that the steering wheel, the door handle operating module, the centre console or the seats. As in the A‑Class, the unique interior architecture is shaped by the avantgarde design of the dashboard: The designers completely dispensed with a cowl above the cockpit. As a result, the wing-shaped main body of the dashboard extends from one front door to the other with no visual discontinuity. The widescreen display is completely free-standing. The lower section is visually separated from the main body of the instrument cluster by a ‘trench’, and it appears to float in front of the instrument cluster. The ambient lighting enhances this effect. The air vents in a sporty turbine-look are another highlight. Be social

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he goal is clear: after its most T successful season ever, Mercedes- AMG Customer Racing is aiming at wins in motorsport series all over the world in 2019 as Dubai / Daytona Beach well. The first ones are envisaged in January in In the Dubai 24-hour race, Mercedes-AMG is two prestigious endurance racing classics. In aiming at its fifth victory in the desert metropolis. The Friday, 11 the 24-hour race in Dubai from 10-12 January, BLACK FALCON team already secured the overall January at 15.00 hrs the BLACK FALCON team will be competing win for the performance and sports car brand from local time (12.00 hrs CET). as the previous year’s winners. In the Daytona Affalterbach in the years 2012, 2013, 2015 and 2018. Title defence for the Mercedes-AMG GT3 and GT4 24 Hours on 26-27 January, the Mercedes-AMG This year, the team is running the Mercedes-AMG in North America Traditionally, the IMSA WeatherTech Team Riley Motorsports is starting the new IMSA GT3 with starting number 2 with last year’s race SportsCar Championship season gets underway WeatherTech SportsCar Championship season winners Abdulaziz Al Faisal (KSA), Hubert Haupt with the 24-hour highlight at Daytona. Last weekend as the defending IMSA Michelin Endurance Cup (GER) and Yelmer Buurman (NED), paired with their (4-6 January) already, the Mercedes-AMG GT3 and champions. At the legendary Daytona circuit, new teammate Saud Al Faisal (KSA). The sister car GT4 teams participated in the “Roar Before the Rolex Team TGM will be starting off the new year as the with starting number 3 that retired while on course for 24” at Daytona International Speedway. In the major defending champions in the IMSA Michelin Pilot victory last year will have Khaled Al Qubaisi (KSA), three-day test prior to the classic endurance race, the Challenge with the Mercedes-AMG GT4. Jeroen Bleekemolen (NED), Ben Keating (USA), teams racked up numerous laps and refined their set- • BLACK FALCON intends at repeating previous Manuel Metzger (GER) and Luca Stolz (GER) as its ups at the 5.7 kilometres long track. year’s win at Dubai drivers. Four additional Mercedes-AMG GT3s will be For Mercedes-AMG, the Mercedes-AMG Team • Mercedes-AMG Team Riley Motorsports and P1 run by CP Racing, Hofor Racing, HTP Motorsport Riley Motorsports will be racing as the defending Motorsports to compete in Daytona endurance and MP Motorsport, among others with support from IMSA Michelin Endurance Cup champions in Florida. racing classic Mercedes-AMG Driver Bernd Schneider (GER). Ben Keating (USA), Felipe Fraga (BRA), Jeroen • Mercedes-AMG GT4 racing in the IMSA Michelin The field of 78 cars in Dubai includes six GT3 and Bleekemolen (NED) and Luca Stolz (GER) will be Pilot Challenge four GT4 cars from Affalterbach. The race starts on alternating as the drivers at the legendary oval. mercedesclub.org.uk Mercedes-BenzCustomer Racing 300sl » 37

Last year, the team with starting number 33 ended up fourth, only just missing out on a podium finish. With a good result, Riley Motorsports aims at lying the foundation for another title defence, the team already having won the Endurance Cup in 2017 and 2018. The P1 Motorsports team is running the second Mercedes-AMG GT3 at Daytona with Dominik Baumann (AUT), Maximilian Buhk (GER), “JC” Perez (COL) and Fabian Schiller (GER). The start of the Daytona 24 Hours is on Saturday, 26 January, at 12.35 hrs EST (18.35 hrs CET). On Friday, 25 January, the IMSA Michelin Pilot Challenge already starts its new season with a four-hour race at Daytona. The seven Mercedes- AMG GT4s again include winning Team TGM with starting number 46. Hugh Plumb and Owen Trinkler (both USA) will be racing as the reigning Grand Sport class champions for the team owned by Ted Giovanis (USA), who himself will be racing the team’s second Mercedes-AMG GT4 together with Guy Cosmo (USA). Stefan Wendl, head of Mercedes-AMG Customer Racing: “2018 was the most successful season in history of Mercedes-AMG Customer Racing. But there is no time to rest on these laurels. Traditionally, the new season already starts in January with two undisputed classics: the 24-hour races at Dubai and Daytona. In both events, teams will be competing as defending champions with our Mercedes-AMG GT3 and GT4. Anticipation and expectations are accordingly high. We know about the strengths of our cars, particularly on the long distance, and we will again support our teams on site with maximum technology, equipment and know-how to start off the new season in a successful way. We wish all the teams and drivers a lot of success and we are delighted to see the lights turn to green for the year 2019.” classic car insurance PBIS specialises in classic car insurance, as well as insurance for other collectable classic vehicles. Our association with the Mercedes-Benz Owners Club goes back many years so we know what is important to you as a Mercedes-Benz owner.

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THE MERCEDES-BENZ S-CLASS A DRIVING FORCE BEHIND DAIMLER’S ECONOMIC HISTORY he premium and luxury class Mercedes-Benz vehicles of the T S-Class represent the values of the Stuttgart-based brand like no other model series family. The economic success of Mercedes-Benz throughout the world is also reflected in the exclusive chronology of the S-Class, whose traditions date back to the early days of the automobile. The economic history of the S-Class is made up of a variety of individual elements – the following examples represent a selection of these elements. The global star: Today more than 90 per cent of all S-Class vehicles are exported. Such international demand boasts a long tradition and is also attributable to a global dealer network which has been built up since the early 20th century. Since the 1950s, at least half of these premium-class cars from Stuttgart have been consistently sold abroad. In around 1960, the proportion sold overseas was already a good 70 per cent, with more than 20 per cent of production heading to North America. The USA has also been a significant market in the prestige vehicle segment: Mercedes- Benz sold around 35 per cent of the 600 model (W 100) there. In this respect, new

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markets have repeatedly contributed to reinforcing the international success of the S-Class. As a result, China is currently the most important market for the premium- and luxury-class vehicles of Mercedes-Benz. Birth of the S-Class: The luxury-class vehicles of the Mercedes-Benz brand have an enduring tradition which stretches back to the beginning of the last century. The Mercedes-Benz premium models took on the succinct S-Class name with the introduction of the 116 model series in 1972. However, the brand’s top-of-the- range models had already been carrying the “S” designation as part of their name. In 1956, with the 220 S, the letter “S” became a permanent fixture in the names of the Mercedes-Benz premium-class models, underlining their special, premium status. This marked the start of these classifications, which have remained in place to this day. Blazing new trails in drive technology: with each generation of the S-Class, Mercedes- Benz responds to the important issues of the time. One of these is the issue of pioneering drive systems for highly efficient motoring. The year 2009 therefore saw the launch of the S 400 HYBRID as part of the 221 model series – the first luxury-class vehicle to feature a hybrid drive and the world’s first series production passenger car with a lithium-ion battery. Other models which have pointed the way forward to the future of drive technology include the particularly clean S 350 BlueTEC (2010) diesel Saloon, and the economical yet powerful S 500 BlueEFFICIENCY with direct petrol injection. Showing the unloading of the first “Ponton” model from an air transport Also reflecting optimum efficiency is the S plane belonging to Aerovias Sud Americana, Inc. at La Aurora airport, 250 CDI (2011), with which Mercedes-Benz Guatemala, coming from Colón, Panama. introduced a four-cylinder engine into the S-Class for the first time. The bestseller: In a production period spanning more than twelve years from 1979 to 1992, no less than 818,036 units of the noting that the average gross salary in 1968 down (CKD) parts kits in a variety of different 126 model series were built. As a result, this was around DM11,000 per annum. international assembly plants. Currently generation of the S-Class – when measured The S-Class as innovator: Since (as at May 2013) S-Class saloons are in terms of unit numbers – proved to be the very beginning, many of the technical also assembled in Egypt, India, Indonesia, the most successful premium-class model innovations developed by Mercedes-Benz Malaysia, and Thailand. As part of this, the series in the history of Mercedes-Benz. have been exclusively debuted in the vehicles arrive from Germany as semi- The revolutionary: In its monthly report for model series of the S-Class, enabling all knocked-down (SKD) parts kits. From April February 1968, the Deutsche Bundesbank categories and brands of series production 1961, an automatic transmission developed (Germany’s central bank) saw a “period of vehicles to benefit from such developments in-house by Mercedes-Benz became economic recovery” developing. Mercedes- subsequently. This is especially true of available as a cost option for the “tailfin” Benz delivered the appropriate response one area in particular: vehicle safety. Here, models. In the 300 SE, the top-of-the-line in automotive terms in the guise of the 300 some of the features launched in the model model of the series, it was fitted as standard. SEL 6.3 (W 109), which was launched in series of the S-Class by Mercedes-Benz Research in the premium segment: The March 1968. Although with a price tag of include the safety body (W 111, 1959), the S-Class has always been at the centre of DM39,160 the flagship saloon was around anti-lock braking system ABS (116 model innovative vehicle technology. This is true 2.5 times more expensive than the entry- series, 1978), the airbag (126 model series, of safety, for example, an area in which the level premium-class model, the 250 S (W 1981), and the Electronic Stability Program 116 model series has served as the basis 108, DM15,300), the 300 SEL 6.3 enjoyed ESP® (140 model series, 1995). for the ESF 22 (1973) and ESF 24 (1974) outstanding sales with no fewer than 6,526 The convenience of innovation: Since the Experimental Safety Vehicles. In 2009, the ESF customers opting for the high-performance 1950s, Mercedes-Benz has been building 2009 vehicle was produced, taking as its basis saloon. By way of comparison it is worth passenger cars using completely knocked an S 400 HYBRID from the 221 model series. mercedesclub.org.uk The Mercedes-Benz S-Class » 41

Mercedes-Benz S-Class from the 116 series (1972 to 1980)

Refined strengths: The 600 model with V8 and V12 engines of the S-Class, with armour plating. Since 1999, the special (W 100) launched in 1963 was the first optimised by AMG, in the form of the S 63 protection vehicles of the S-Class have been passenger car from Mercedes-Benz with a AMG and S 65 AMG. produced under the name S-Guard, featuring V8 injection engine. From 1967 this engine, Special protection in the special high-protection or the highest-protection levels which was as equally powerful (184 kW/250 class: Mercedes-Benz began been (armouring classes B4 up to B7). hp) as it was refined, also powered the W 109 producing luxury vehicles offering special Exclusive format: State limousines and model series (in the flagship model 300 SEL protection against attack and designed prestige saloons have been a key theme 6.3). Other top-of-the-line V8 engines were for high-ranking customers from as early of the history of the S-Class. In the 1950s, used in the 450 SEL 6.9 from the 116 model as the first half of the 20th century. In such roles were played by the Mercedes- series (210 kW/286 hp) and the 560 SE from 1965, the armoured Mercedes-Benz 600 Benz 300 (W 186/189) – also known as the the 126 model series (220 kW/300 hp, ECE Pullman revived this tradition once again. “Adenauer” Mercedes – and from 1963 to variant). In 1991, the first standard-fit twelve- Subsequently, in 1971 the 280 SEL 3.5 (W 1981 by the 600 model (W 100). Mercedes- cylinder engine made its debut in a Mercedes- 108) was produced as a special protection Benz continued the tradition of such vehicles Benz passenger car, namely the 600 SE from variant of the S-Class for high-risk overseas with the Pullman Saloon from the 140 model the 140 model series. The M 120 generated representatives of the Federal Republic of series, which initially appeared in 1995 as a 300 kW (408 hp) from a displacement of 6 Germany. From 1978, four different special state saloon in the guise of the S 600 Pullman litres and established a tradition of deploying protection models were produced as part featuring special protection technology. The V12 engines as top-of-the-line variants in the of the 116 model series. Mercedes-Benz vehicle’s wheelbase was 100 cm longer than S-Class. Since the introduction of the 220 offered seven variants of the 126 model series the long version (V 140). Mercedes-Benz also model series, Mercedes-Benz has also offered S-Class with integrated special protection, offered Pullman variants of the 220 and 221 exceptionally sporty top-of-the-line versions and a total of 1,465 examples were built model series with special protection features. bmerc_mercedes_club_2018_297x210.pdf 1 2018/10/22 08:40:41

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ercedes-BenzA continues toT be the leading premium automobileN brand in Oterms of unit sales. In1 a challenging year, the company with the three-pointed star increased its global car sales to 2,310,185 units in 2018, its eighth consecutive Mrecord year (+0.9%), making Mercedes-Benz the best-selling premium brand in the automotive industry for the third time in succession. The new sales record in the car division of Daimler AG was driven in particular by the success of Mercedes-Benz in the Asia-Pacific region and its core Chinese market there. Worldwide, models including the SUVs and the E-Class Saloon and Estate were able to generate significant sales impetus in 2018. Dr Dieter Zetsche, Chairman of the Board of Management of Daimler AG and Head of Mercedes-Benz Cars: “In 2018, Mercedes-Benz was at the top of the premium segment in the automotive industry for the third year in a row. In a highly competitive environment, we also remained at the top from month to month, thanks in particular to double-digit growth in China and many new models that have delighted both existing and new customers worldwide. We will continue 44 » Mercedes-Benz at No1 mercedesclub.org.uk

rejuvenating our portfolio systematically in Marketing and Sales. “In recent months, In Germany, 303,862 cars with the three- 2019. We see the major successes in our the strong growth of the new A-Class has pointed star were sold in the past twelve months core business primarily as paving the way for shown the impetus high-calibre innovations (+0.1%), thus secured market leadership for shaping the individual mobility of tomorrow.” such as MBUX can have in the market. In Mercedes-Benz in the premium segment “With more than 2.4 million vehicles 2019, more than 10 Mercedes-Benz models of its domestic market once again in 2018. delivered by Mercedes-Benz Cars in 2018, will inspire our customers with the intuitive The double-digit growth of the new A-Class we once again surpassed our own sales operating concept of MBUX and its artificial contributed to this in recent months. Mercedes- record - for the eighth time in succession. intelligence – not only in the compact car Benz set new sales records in many European In addition, despite a challenging year, we segment, but also in SUV segment.” markets, including Spain, Switzerland, Sweden, maintained our position at the top of the Poland, Denmark and Hungary. premium segment. The excitement for our Unit sales by Mercedes-Benz in Europe In the year of the A-Class model change, models and the loyalty of our customers at high prior-year level more than 609,000 customers worldwide spurs us on to continue giving the best in In Europe, a total of 933,697 passenger cars received their new A-Class, B-Class, CLA, the new year,” said Britta Seeger, Member were delivered to customers in 2018 (-2.3%). CLA Shooting Brake or GLA. This means of the Board of Management of Daimler SUVs, the S-Class Saloon and the new that every fourth vehicle sold by Mercedes- AG responsible for Mercedes-Benz Cars A-Class recorded the highest growth. Benz in 2018 was a compact car. The two largest markets for compact cars last year were China and Germany. The new A-Class recorded global growth of 3.4% in 2018 and achieved a strong sales growth of 21.8% in Germany, its domestic market. Mercedes- Benz will continue to build on this success in 2019 with further models of the next generation of compact cars - including the A-Class Saloon, the B-Class and the CLA.

C-Class continues to be highest-volume Mercedes-Benz model The C-Class Saloon and Estate were again the highest-volume Mercedes-Benz models in the year of the model upgrade. About 397,000 units of these two models were sold last year. The long-wheelbase version of the C-Class Saloon, which is built and sold exclusively in China, set a new record with a double-digit growth. Developing a vehicle in China for China pays off and shows how important it is to respond to local customers’ needs: China was both the largest and fastest-growing market for the C-Class in 2018. Overall, every second C-Class Saloon was sold in the Asia-Pacific region last year, setting a new record (+11.4%). mercedesclub.org.uk Mercedes-Benz at No1 » 45

E-Class continues record-chasing in C-Class Cabriolet and the C-Class Coupé, new records in both markets. The past year second year after launch which have been available from dealerships at Mercedes-AMG was characterized by From January to December, more than since the second half of 2018. the continuous expansion and shift of the 355,000 units of the E-Class Saloon and product portfolio. With the “53” models of Estate were delivered to customers. In Mercedes-AMG sells more than 118,000 the CLS, E-Class Coupés and Cabriolets, the second full year of sales of the new vehicles in 2018 three new models with hybrid functions and generation, an increase of 1.3% was AMG, the performance and sports car a new type designation were added in 2018. achieved. Although Mercedes-Benz is brand from Mercedes-Benz, achieved six- Another highlight was the market launch of constantly expanding its portfolio, no digit unit sales last year, as well as in 2017. the AMG GT 4-door Coupé, the third sports year before has seen as many E-Class Despite delays in certification in some car developed entirely in-house, following models sold as in the past twelve months. international markets, 118,204 vehicles the SLS and the GT. The Mercedes-AMG An important driver of this growth is the worldwide were handed over to customers A 35 4MATIC (fuel consumption combined continuing popularity of the long-wheelbase last year (-10.4%). In China and Japan, 7.4 - 7.3 l/100 km; CO2 emissions combined version in China (+32.7%). two of AMG’s main sales markets, the 169 - 167 g/km)* completes the product S-Class: Mercedes-Benz flagship shines Affalterbach-based company achieved range and is the new entry-level model in with double-digit sales growth worldwide double-digit growth rates in 2018, setting the world of driving performance. The S-Class Saloon continued to enjoy great popularity in 2018: Approximately one- and-a-half years after the model upgrade, 77,927 units of the S-Class Saloon were sold in 2018 (+12.2%). The S-Class Saloon also achieved sales growth of 7% in Europe. The Mercedes-Maybach S-Class Saloon is very successful and stands for the utmost exclusivity and quality: In 2018, more Mercedes-Maybach S-Class Saloons were sold than in any previous year (+21.8%). More than two-thirds of these vehicles went to customers in China.

Dream cars: sales impetus provided by new CLS Coupé Once again last year, many customers fulfilled their dream of a new coupé, cabriolet or roadster from Mercedes-Benz, so that sales remained at the previous year’s level: Almost 166,000 new dream cars with the three-pointed star were delivered worldwide last year. The CLS Coupé contributed to the success of the Mercedes-Benz dream car family (+69.7%). Many customers have chosen the new

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PRESTIGE MERCEDES Number Plates Mercedes specialist run by Charles Wellswith over 40 years experience. A family run business with a real depth of Specialising in the following models: R107, knowledge & expertise of the Mercedes marque W123, 124, 116 and the superb 126 coupés 0161 223 5335 Established 1984 and saloons www.aycen.co.uk We would also like to introduce "Beeza.biz" [email protected] CSZ 1445 ORZ 5126 a company dedicated to ecologically sound Regal Business Centre, Gorton Road, West Gorton, CSZ 1446 TIG 9722 under body treatments far superior to current Manchester, M12 5BX traditional under body treatments that are Cherished 1990 230CE W124~ (Above) 160k miles, owned MXZ 6245 TIG 9723 available. since 1998, one previous owner, FSH, drives well, electric MXZ 6246 UIG 1353 Please ring me for details sun roof and windows, MoT Dec 2017, good restoration PoolRestoration Lane Ads:Merc Owner &70x95 Repairs 28/6/07 14:21 Page 1 01732 763956, 07970 553071, 07773 583583 project, £450 to good home. Tel: 0141 620 1022 (Glasgow) ORZ 5125 UIG 1354 Kemsing, Kent Numbers from £50 Classic Mercedes Members of CNDA and RMIF Restorations • Over 35 years practical experience Tel: (028) 6638 7124 KEYS of BEXLEYHEATH • Family-run company Independent Mercedes Specialists in • Nationwide collection • Warranty on work carried out Ideal Present for your Loved One~ T7 LOV for sale priced Bexleyheath with over 35 year’s experience • Call us for free estimates & advice £1,800 ono; L16 LOV £1,200 ono; D9 OST £1,200 ono, all 01423 330591 on certificate. Please Tel: Dietmar Post 01306 882027 Station Yard Kirk Hammerton www.poollaneclassics.com York, YO26 8DN [email protected] AG55 AMG Classified Advertising Mercedes 250 Auto Saloon (1979)~ (Above) Only 2 Wheels and Tyres owners, 4 door saloon, 2525cc, Petrol, MOT expiry - PERFECT FOR A “55 AMG” Fan. On retention, £11,000 To place a classified advertisement please send copy to 6 PRINCES STREET, BEXLEYHEATH DA7 4BQ 11/04/2019, Road Tax exempt, Mileage – 137,234, Price ono. Tel: 07563 559136 Phone: 0208 301 3758 - £3,000 or ONO. Much loved family car. Location - E-mail: [email protected] www.keysmercedes.co.uk Aldershot, Hampshire, for more information call Paul on 07831 588596. S50 LES Number plate on retentions, offers in the region of Specialising in all aspects of Service, £1000, Tel; 01276 677150 or Mechanical Repairs & Sales of Mercedes-Benz email: [email protected] for more info. Factory trained technicians Competitive rates Tel: 0121 331 1066 Fax: 0121 331 1090 Classified Section K1T PM W.D.M. CARS Plate on retention "KIT" £1500 ono Tel: 07798932311 [email protected] 92-94 Aldridge Rd, Perry Barr, Birmingham B42 2TP C36 AMG 1996 Blue/Black~ (Above) UK vehicle 87,500 miles full service history, receipts for £24,980 form last [email protected] or Mercedes House, 2 owners spare set of original alloys need refurbishment 776 KUO included. If interested, please call to discuss. Langton Road, Langton Green, Tunbridge Wells, Kent TN3 0EG. Tel. 02392256552 Leadingquality used partsspecialist (Waterlooville Hampshire) Plate on retention £1500 ono Tel: 07798932311 [email protected] Deadline date is 10th of the month for next month’s issue. For further information please call Beccy on 01892 710570 Number Plate For Sale~ Y 500CL reg for immediate Beautiful condition, Mercedes 320 CE (1993)~ (above) transfer now on SORN (Y50 OCL), Offers. full service history, 72,000 miles. Just £16,995ovno .co Tel Mark: 07535 509429 R129 (Braintree, Essex) Call William on 07702 384688. REGISTRATION PLATE S155 AMG (Ideal for SL55 AMG!) ON RETENTION CERTIFICATE~ Available immediately, £5995. Tel: Andrew on 07715 122268 or S600 AMG Facelift S Class ~ SERVICED EVERY YEAR Email: [email protected] Foreverything MercedesBenzR129 series AT MERCEDES AND MERCEDES WARRANTY INCLUDED. andSL-Roadsters selected and guaranteed The car is the highest spec in the uk with night vision, champagne fridge, distronic cruise control, rear Spares orderhotline: entertainment, panoramic roof, design interior, factory 01580 291222 fitted AMG kit, massage seats, rear+side blinds, lane or visitusonline at: www.r129.co assist, blind spot alert, contour seats. The car also has the Mercedes Benz tier 1 warranty included in the 1973 Mercedes 350SL (107) White (above) Genuine sale (covers pretty much everything). The car has 2 32,000 miles from new, 1 previous family owner, All Breaking previous owners and has been serviced every year by previous MOT's, Part service history, Factory hard Mercedes Benz (all receipts) and has just been serviced Mercedes Sports, Most Models. top, Dry stored for many years, Excellent condition at Mercedes Watford and had the brakes replaced. Non Brand New 107 Bumpers throughout. Sale due to new car arriving soon and need smoker and low mileage car 55,000 Call or email for any the garage space. more info, any inspection welcome. Black, 2 previous Tel: 01322 669081 £32,500 ono Dean Martin (Crayford) Tel: 01322 559918 owners, £23,500. Located: Ruislip Tel; 07939 528 207/ or Mob: 07836 250222 [email protected] No.1 Independent Specialist in Hertfordshire. ww.theslshop.com

Mercedes 280SEL 4.5 (1972)~ (above) 5 keepers C Class and CLK Tel: 01462 672 458 (including owner) Imported into the UK in 2015 from the Mercedes wheels [email protected] U.S, Mileage: 95,600, 2 keys, Original service books and Mercedes S420L W140 ~ For sale due to bereavement www.prestigemotorgroup.co.uk manuals, lots of service history, Brown leather interior - 1995 Mercedes S420L, W140 Two owners, great • BRAND NEW TYRES • GOOD CONDITION 7A Flint Road, Letchworth Garden City, condition for year, full service history, all MOT's and £19,000 ONO. London Call Adam for more information 255/40/18 Price £275 ono Hertfordshire, SG6 1HJ Tel: 07990 521228 advisory notes. mileage 46,495. £3,000 OVNO (currently SORN) Nr Glastonbury....07710 210560 Please call: 07415 906208 52 » ClassifiedsSpecialist Directory mercedesclub.org.uk

Breaking Mercedes Sports also breaking Mercedes Sport Mercedes Wanted ~ CLK 320 CDI Auto, Black with Black Pagoda 113 series. Tel: 01322 669081 or 07836 250222 leather interior, in good condition. Tel Ron Burney: 1993 M-B 190E handbook, original tool kit in 07860 251978 wallet and plastic bag, accelerator cable, one front disk Glass Panaramic hard top wanted~ for SL 129. unused and MB front and rear mud flaps (suitable for a Europe’s Leading SL Specialist Tel: 01323 833088 or 07850 428281 (Hailsham) Buy any product from The SL Shop Parts department this month and you Tel: 01275 857646 1997 model). , location Nailsea nr Bristol. could receive an SL ShopWANTED golf umbrella... Wanted~ Convertible CLK 320 or 230 Kompressor 2000- £200 Good condition Mercedes-Benz alloys from C Class First We25 Orders urgently Qualify Forrequire Free high quality 2003. Tel: 07850 428281 or 01323 833088 (East Sussex) (Above) 16"wheels and tyres (model A20444010202), SL ShopSL's Golf (Pagoda Umbrella / 107 / R129) One chip on one rim, Comes with Pirelli 225 / 50 R16 Wanted~ Front windscreens for both 3.5 280 and 6.3 models tyres. All good condition and legal. Sale due to larger How it works…If you are thinking of selling, (early 70's) good prices paid for the right part. Tel: 0208 640 Order over the phone on 01386 424622 or on the web at www.theslshop.com AMG upgrade. Price is open to offers. 07563 559136 and quote the discount codeplease SL02NEW5 in callthe basket. us First 25for orders awill valuation. 5565 or Email: [email protected] (London) receive a free SL Shop umbrella.

Wanted~ 2 x 123 series 200 (1995- 1996) starter motor. Call our parts team now on 01386 424622 or visit www.theslshop.com Tel: 07957 437190 Tel: 0800 612 0422

Wanted~ 1 set of front mudflaps (all black) and fittings for a Mercedes 1993 190E. Tel: Mike on 01432 357439 (Herefordshire) Service Body Panels Floorpans Radiators Cooling Suspension Service Rear ArchCHELSEA Floorpan Floor Re-Manufac CARS- Mercedes Benz Shock Four winter tyres on alloys for C180, 62 reg.~ (Above) Kits Repair Panel Panel Set tured Water Pump Absorber Wanted~ Mercedes-Benz workshop manual for my Fits 350/450SLINTERNATIONAL 107 SL N/S Fits SL 107 RadiatorWANTED SL 107 SLs 107 SL / SLC Tyres 205/55R16 Continental Winter Contact. Approx 1996 S500- W140 with 4,973 V-8 ENGINE. 107 Models Passenger Side 1971 - 1985 Fits 107 SL / SLC 1172003801 1263200931 £94.94 £44.94 £399.95 £360.00 £79.94 £59.95 6mm tread on three, 8mm on one newer tyre. Wheels: S63 (Above) x2 front wings. x2 cill covers. x1 front Tel Len on: 01566 86581 (Cornwall) WS0513 We haveWS0174 clientsWS0513 forWS0682 all MercedesWS0552 WS0040 7Jx16H2ET43 alloys. One wheel has slight kerb scrape facelift bumper. x1 back facelift bumper. All in SLs from 1960-present. Best and tyre has slight wall damage. £200. Please ring Wanted~ Any Mercedes models from 1960 to 1973, either excellent condition. £1200 for the lot. Ring Stan on cars or spares, barnfinds etc. Any condition considered. prices given for good examples. 01797 280100 (near Rye, East Sussex) 07931281411 Parts needed for restoration projects. Tel: 0208 640 5565 or Email: [email protected] (London) Burlwood Interior TELEPHONESoft Top Car Covers Accessories Chrome Wood Gear- Upper Seat SL 107 Wind 107 SL Grey Mercedes Benz Re-Chromed stick Surround Chrome 0208+LÅLJ[VY 870 9977/8Car Cover 380 SL 107 N/S Rear E320 CABRIOLET Sportline, good history, low miles, 107 SL / SLC Fits 107 SL 1971 - 1989 Outdoor Speedometer Bumper 1986 - 1989 FAX 0181 877Breathable 1905 cover Watch Wanted cash buy, Tel: 01475 540232 SL/SLC 107 £159.95 £19.94 £199.50 £109.50 £138.00 £240.00 0 WS0127 WS0353 WS0001 WS0014 WS0714 WS0152 Wanted~ Front windscreens for both 3.5 280 and 6.3 models 6ɈLY*VKL!:35,> 7SLHZLX\V[L[OPZ^OLUVYKLYPUNVYPU (early 70's) good prices paid for the right part. Tel: 0208 640 www.theslshop.com IHZRL[VU^LIZP[L[VZLLPM`V\X\HSPM`MVY Call 01386 424622 or email [email protected] [OLVɈLYHIV]L 5565 or Email: [email protected] (London) Instrument cluster for Mercedes 140 series, i.e. CL, SL, advert2.indd 1 06/02/2014 11:02 S vehicles.~ (Above) Refurbished by Actronics, Colchester. Wanted~ Looking for all Mercedes models from 1960 Bills available. This item is no longer available from Wanted to 1973 any condition considered. manufacturers. Contact: [email protected] VERY URGENTLY TOP CASH PAID Tel: 0208 640 5565 or 07951 386665 (London) All Mercedes Sports, any year, any condition plus limousines, WANTED PAGODAS saloons, classics and convertibles. Instant decisions, we travel anywhere, we pay the

most. 280SL 1970 LHD 280SL 1969/H reg Light Metallic Blue/Blue Nappa Leather; Moss Green Metallic/Light Beige Tex; Tel: 01322 669081 TRYING TO FIND MY LATE FATHER’S MERCEDES- Automatic/P.A.S; Hard & Soft Tops; Automatic/ P.A.S; Hard & Soft Tops; 4 WHEELS AND 4 TYRES FOR SALE 225/55R 16SP BENZ~ (Above) Details the best I remember: Mercedes- Fully Restored; 4300 Miles Since Rebuild Totally Original Example; Full Service History; 62,000 Miles Only SPORT 2000 FROM MERCEDES SL 350.~ or Mob: 07836 250222 Benz 1967 Silver RH drive 220SE or 250SE rregistration OLE???E. Any information would be very welcome. Tel: 020 8418 9191 Mob: 07836 522234 COST NEW: £4200 WILL SELL FOR £495. Please text: 07971 237065 [email protected] www.howardwisecars.co.uk FOR QUICK SALE TELEPHONE: 07595533355

250SL 1967 190SL ConvertibLe White/Red Tex Interior; Automatic/ LHD 1956 P.A.S; Totally Original; Two Owners Red/Blk Leather; Undergone Full from New; A True Classic; 41,000 Miles Repaint and Fitted with New Carpet, Only New Hood & New Chromework; A Very Useable and Appreciating Classic

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1971 280 SE 3.5 Coupe Auto 1987 420 SL Auto 1971 280 SE 3.5 Convertible Silver/Black Leather - Floor 2 Owners - A/C- Cruise Control Silver Metallic/Black Hide - Change - Electric Sunroof - RHD Headlamp Wash - Heated Seats Floor Change - Automatic - Elec- UK Car - Concours Condition Leather Interior - Rear Seating tric Windows - RHD - UK Car 49,000 miles only 40,000 miles only 92,000 miles £169,995 £46,950 £375,000

www.howardwisecars.co.uk [email protected] T: 020 8418 9191 or 07836 522234 Peter Jarvis Specialising in Mercedes-Benz + Classic Cars

Mercedes 280SL Sports Pagoda 1968 finished in brilliant Arctic White Mercedes 250SL Pagoda sports 1968 finished in the breath taking Mercedes sports 280SL 1983 finished in totally unmarked light with superb contrasting interior, hard and soft tops, automatic, power colour scheme of light Silver Blue with darker Blue hard & soft tops, peppermint green metallic, with light beige interior, which is just stunning, steering, CD stereo system. This car is one of the finest we have ever with light Beige hide interior and carpets, with over-mats, automatic, headrests, hard and soft tops, stereo system, power windows, alloys, over seen having had thousands spent through its life keeping it to the highest power steering, CD stereo system, full tool kit, lots of old Mot’s and mats, factory fire extinguisher, tinted glass, automatic, power steering, standard as it is today, only used on summer days, only 58,000 miles from history invoices, handbook, looks very similar to new, drives superb, twin spots, twin mirrors, complete with all tools, this car is one of the new, supplied with original handbook, various invoices, and most old Mot’s, garaged, This car is just remarkable. Please view our website for more best we have ever seen it is just pristine through out, and drives like new, original tool kit, it would be very difficult to find another one that comes detailed pictures you will be amazed. Fantastic investment and very fast garaged from new, only 85,000 miles, and only two very care full owners close to the condition of this one, it’s simply amazing. £135,750. appreciating in value don’t miss this one. £139,500 with full history, plus many invoices and many old MOTs, properly the finest there is Superb investment. £29,750

Mercedes 1988 560SL Sports left hand drive, finished in the most Mercedes 560SL Sports 1987 left drive, finished in gleaming signal red Mercedes Sports 350SL 1980 finished in glacier white with tan hide delightful unmarked colour Impala Metallic, coded bumpers, with contrasting with beige hide interior, headrests, centre arm rest, hard and soft tops, interior, headrests, hard and soft tops, tinted glass, power windows, interior headrests, over mats, hard & soft tops, auto, power, first aid kit, this flag ship of the Mercedes SL’s, has power windows, tinted glass, power steering, automatic, over mats, original stereo, factory alloys, cruise control, abs, power windows, light up vanity mirrors, air conditioning, stereo system, light up vanity mirrors, cruise control, air conditioning, this car has only covered 45,000 original miles from new, with full air bags, tinted glass, centre armrest, outside temperature gauge, stereo & power mirror, ABS, airbags. alloys, overmats, only 27,000 miles from Mercedes history, and all old MOTs, and invoices complete with all CD system, SRS, alloys, complete with all tools, 43,000 miles, two owners, new, with service history, only one owner, garaged and pampered from original tools. Recent full service, garaged from new, this car must be garaged from new, service history, fast appreciating asset, probably the finest new. £46,750. one of the finest to be on offer. £28,750. SL ever made, superb to drive, absolutely stunning. £38,500.

Mercedes Sports 300SL 1987 finished in gleaming signal red, Mercedes sports 280SL pagoda 1968/9. Finished in unmarked Mercedes 420SL Sports 1989 one of the last of this model, finished with soft black hide interior, hard & soft tops, headrests, stereo gleaming silver with as new soft black hide interior, hard and soft tops, in gleaming signal red with superb black hide interior, piped red seats, system, ABS brakes, auto, power steering, tinted glass, alloys, automatic, power steering, stereo system, special mercedes overmats, hard and soft top, tinted glass, power windows, auto, cd player, alloys, power windows, soft top never used, garaged and stored for many only 73,miles £1000s spent over the years to keep this garaged kept over mats, full service history. This car is just stunning, probably one years, making this a very low miles of only 23,500 miles, with sports car in the magnificent condition it is in today. A folder full of invoices of the finest £39,750. service book and old MOTs & invoices, plus every journey loged, and old MOTs supplied with original handbook, complete with all tools. A this Mercedes could easily be mistaken for new. £55,750. breathtaking example. More pictures available on our website. £129,500.

Mercedes 420 SL sports 1989, personal reg number, finished in Mercedes 560 SL 1988 Left drive, finished in Astral Silver With Maroon hide Mercedes 230SL Sports 1966 finished in Porcelain White with as new brilliant signal red, with superb interior, headrests, hard and soft tops, Black hide interior, Auto, power steering, CD stereo system, hard and automatic, power steering, power windows, light up vanity mirrors, stereo interior, head rests, rear seats, hard & soft tops power mirrors, light up vanity mirrors, stereo system, outside temperature gauge, cruise control, automatic, soft tops, known to us for many years, original service books and system and CD, abs, alloys, tinted glass, non smokers car, complete with original handbook, entered in many events here in the UK and Europe, all tools, and Mercedes first aid kit, only 37,000 miles from new, with power steering, superb walnut veneers, air bags, SRS, air conditioning, power windows, alloys, tinted glass, centre armrest, only two none smokers from many old Mot’s, fitted stainless steel exhaust system, recent overhaul, impeccable service history, plus service invoices, and almost every MOT extraordinary folder full of service history, drives superb, complete since new, maintained to the highest standard, fitted with new stainless new, and only 39,00 miles service history, never seen rain. This 560SL is properly one of the finest models ever made, drives like new, very similar to with all tools, over £10,000 spent in the last few years making this steel exhaust system, garaged from new, drives like new, one of the last car probably one of the finest to be found. £89,750. of this model, totally superb. £55,750. new. More pictures of this wonderful car on our website. £39,750. By appointment only Gildenhill Place, Gildenhill Rd, Swanley, Kent BR8 7PD Tel: 01322 669081 Mobile: 07836 250222 www.peterjarvis.net 54 » Polish Battery Power mercedesclub.org.uk

POLISH BATTERY POWER MERCEDES-BENZ CARS TO BUILD BATTERY FACTORY IN JAWOR, POLAND

• The global battery production network of Member of the Divisional Board of Management of The engine production in Jawor will start in 2019 Mercedes-Benz Cars is increasing to nine Mercedes-Benz Cars, Production and Supply Chain. and supply car plants of Mercedes-Benz in Europe factories on three continents. In Jawor, approximately 100 km away from the and around the world. With the construction of a • Markus Schäfer, Member of the Divisional German border, a state-of-the-art engine factory battery factory on the existing ground at the site Board of Management of Mercedes-Benz Cars, is currently being built. The plant will produce four approximately 300 new jobs will be created. The Production and Supply Chain: “We will electrify cylinder engines for hybrid and conventionally battery assembly will be equipped with cutting-edge the complete Mercedes-Portfolio until 2022 and driven vehicles. This will be the first production site technologies. The series production of batteries for will be able to offer in each segment various of Mercedes-Benz Cars in Poland and will offer vehicles of the product and technology brand EQ is electrified alternatives to our customers. We will more than 1,000 jobs. slated at the beginning of the next decade. produce batteries on our own, what we consider “The decision of Mercedes-Benz Cars to start “The engine plant and the new battery factory in a significant success factor in the era of electric the production of electric batteries for a new type of Jawor are important parts of our global powertrain mobility. After the production of high-tech vehicles in Jawor shows that companies that have production network. With nine factories in our engines, we will establish an additional future started operations in our country positively assess global battery production network we are very well technology in Poland.” the investment climate and want to continue to grow positioned. It became apparent that building an • Mateusz Morawiecki, Prime Minister of the here. We are witnessing the 4.0 industrial revolution engine factory in Jawor has been a good decision. Republic of Poland: “The decision of Mercedes- in which Poland plays a leading role. All the more This success story will be continued with the Benz Cars to start the production of electric we are glad that in Jawor will be produced not only battery factory. We are looking forward to strengthen batteries for a new type of vehicles in Jawor traditional engines, but also the hearts of cars of the collaboration with the region and the Polish shows that companies that have started the future, namely electric batteries”, says Mateusz colleagues,” says Frank Deiß, Head of Production operations in our country positively assess the Morawiecki, Prime Minister of the Republic of Poland. Powertrain Mercedes-Benz Cars. investment climate and want to continue to grow here. We are witnessing the 4.0 industrial revolution in which Poland plays a leading role.” In the course of the electric initiative Mercedes- Benz Cars will build a battery factory at the polish site in Jawor and thus extend the global battery production network of up to nine factories. “We will electrify the complete portfolio until 2022 and will be able to offer in each segment various electrified alternatives to our customers. This includes more than ten pure electric vehicles. We will produce batteries on our own, what we consider a significant success factor in the era of electric mobility. After the production of high-tech engines, we will establish additional future technology in Poland. The battery factory in Jawor is the second largest investment at this new Mercedes-Benz site,” says Markus Schäfer,