Mercedes-Benz Classic Club Management Editors’ Newsletter 1/2018

Mercedes-Benz Classic Online Parts Search

Mercedes-Benz Classic continually produces parts for classic vehicle series, in order to ensure the long-term availability of a full range of such parts. As a result, some 50,000 genuine parts are always available. To render the availability of these genuine parts transparent to everyone, the Classic Online Parts Search has been established as a swift and simple means of presenting the availability of parts with their valid prices in , promotion parts and newly produced parts in a clearly arranged manner. Once the user has found the part they are looking for, it can be ordered from any authorised Mercedes-Benz service partner, as the Group‘s own sales Mercedes-Benz Classic and logistics network guarantees the swift supply of a comprehensive scope of parts worldwide. Take a look for Online Parts Search yourself: www.mercedes-benz.com/classic-parts

Part of the month January: Brake cable for model series W113 / A1134200285

The part of the month is only one part of many, which are permanently reproduced by Mercedes-Benz Classic, as the all-encompassing and long-term supply of parts for all classics has top priority for us. Our corporate sales and logistics network guarantees the supply with our genuine Classic parts for your anywhere in the world and thus they can be ordered from any authorized Mercedes-Benz dealer. Information about availability and prices can be found on our online parts search Part of the month www.mercedes-benz.com/classic-parts which is updated regularly. There you can also make January selections as for reproduced or promotion parts.

21 December 2017: tickets go on sale for Mercedes-Benz Summer of Concerts 2018

On 21 December 2017, tickets go on sale for the second Summer of Concerts from 5 to 8 July 2018 with four concerts. Two of the concerts have already been confirmed: the two rappers Savas & Sido will play on 5 July, with Clueso performing as a further act on 6 July 2018. Further concerts, artists and dates will follow. An innovation: all performances in 2018 will take place on the large festival stage at the Museum. With 27,000 visitors, the premiere of the Mercedes-Benz Summer of Concerts in Mercedes-Benz 2017 was a successful launch of the new event format. Summer of Concerts Further information: http://mb4.me/XQMBsaI1

2017: a successful year for ALL TIME STARS

ALL TIME STARS by Mercedes-Benz Classic has become established in the market, as reflected in the business performance for 2017: transactions involving classic Mercedes-Benz vehicles grew by nearly 50 percent compared with 2016. This success is a perfect match for the new vehicle sales of Mercedes-Benz. ALL TIME STARS was founded as a start-up as recently as 2015 and is continuously expanding its product range: factory restorations carrying the quality seal of the manufacturer ALL TIME STARS guarantee the highest quality. Further information: http://mb4.me/JLfXz79Q

The 68 revolution in the upper medium-size category

Precisely 50 years ago, on 9 and 10 January 1968, Mercedes-Benz unveiled the completely redeveloped saloons in the upper medium-size category in Sindelfingen. They are divided up into the model series W 115 (four- and five-cylinder engines) and W 114 (six-cylinder engines). The model series from the E-Class ancestral line impressed with its clear design idiom and a design autonomous from that in the luxury segment. Mercedes-Benz 280 / Further information: http://mb4.me/xShXKJpz 280 E Limousine W114 Mercedes-Benz Classic Club Management Editors’ Newsletter 1/2018

Hans Herrmann is celebrating his 90th birthday this year

On 23 February 2018, the motor racing legend Hans Herrmann will reach the age of 90. In February Mercedes-Benz and will hold a birthday party in his honour at the Mercedes-Benz Classic Centre in Fellbach. Herrmann achieved International fame as a Mercedes-Benz works driver in 1954 and 1955. As an up-and-coming young driver, he competed for the brand in the successful Silver Arrows of that period, the W 196 R Formula 1 racing car and the 300 SLR (W 196 S) racing sports car. Hans Herrmann Further information: http://mb4.me/zeNmuqT5

Caracciola’s 432.7 km/h on a public road on 28 January 1938: A Mercedes-Benz record for practically all time On 28 January 1938, driving the Mercedes-Benz W 125 twelve-cylinder record-breaking car, racing driver Rudolf Caracciola established a world speed record on a public road: he reached 432.7 km/h over a flying kilometre on the autobahn between Frankfurt am Main and Darmstadt. A shadow was cast on this success by the fatal accident of a competitor, Auto Union racing driver Bernd Rosemeyer, on the same day. “Silver Arrows – Races Further information: http://mb4.me/zHNmIdvo and Records”

The Mercedes-Benz brand becomes cool

From traditional manufacturer of luxury to leading-edge full-line provider: this was the path upon which Mercedes-Benz embarked 25 years ago for the development of its passenger car range. In January 1993 the Stuttgart-based brand went public with its decision to launch a strategic product initiative. It took the oldest automobile manufacturer in the world through an expansion of its 25 years ago: Strategic portfolio to new strength – across all segments and markets. product initiative gets the Further information: http://mb4.me/zhmZjYeR go-ahead

Part of the month February: Sealing frame door for 300 SL Coupe (W198) / A198720007826

The part of the month is only one part of many, which are permanently reproduced by Mercedes-Benz Classic, as the all-encompassing and long-term supply of parts for all classics has top priority for us. Our corporate sales and logistics network guarantees the supply with our genuine Classic parts for your car anywhere in the world and thus they can be ordered from any authorized Mercedes-Benz dealer. Information about availability and prices can be found on our online parts search Part of the month www.mercedes-benz.com/classic-parts which is updated regularly. There you can also make February selections as for reproduced or promotion parts.

New dimensions of passive safety

Safety is a core value of Mercedes-Benz vehicle. That is why the Stuttgart-based brand is continuously advancing the pioneering safety technology, such as the airbag. The first major milestone was the driver’s airbag in 1981. The next significant step, the front passenger airbag, débuted 30 years ago in the spring of 1988, likewise in the 126 model series. Since then, many more protective airbags as elements of passive vehicle safety have followed. Mercedes-Benz S-Class of Further information: http://mb4.me/Shr1gv0o model series 220 Mercedes-Benz Classic Club Management Editors’ Newsletter 1/2018

Discover the Mercedes-Benz Museum with your camera

Take great photos: how about going through the Mercedes-Benz Museum with a professional photographer to point out unusual motifs, perspectives and details? The programme of Easter holiday activities: "Fast cars, colourful pictures" is giving children aged eight to twelve the opportunity to do precisely this from 27 March to 6 April 2018. The professional photographer Micha Pawlitzki will be Easter holiday activities showing the up-and-coming snappers how they can showcase their photo motifs to perfection. for children and Further information: http://mb4.me/CeTTCbKU young people

2018 Mercedes-Benz Concert Summer with Savas & Sido, Clueso, Kontra K and a Family Sunday The acts at the 2018 Mercedes-Benz Concert Summer are Savas & Sido (5 July), Clueso (6 July) and Kontra K (7 July). Tickets are already on sale, and can be booked at www.konzertsommer.com . The Concert Summer ends on Sunday, 8 July, with a family day. Further information: http://mb4.me/Z0A67YiS

Mercedes-Benz Summer of Concerts 2017

Continuing an excellent partnership

The 1000 Miglia is one of the most important events in the international classics calendar. This year the legendary event will take place between 16 and 19 May 2018 – once again Mercedes-Benz will be acting as the automotive sponsor. The close connection between the 1000-mile race in held since 1927 and Mercedes-Benz goes back almost 90 years. Mercedes-Benz "Gullwing" Further information: http://mb4.me/yPWvUL68 Coupé (W 198) on the starting ramp

Lively programme of activities until way past midnight

Performers, poetry slam and the special exhibition "50 Years of AMG": These are some of the highlights at the Mercedes-Benz Museums on the Long Night of the Museums on 17 March 2018. Plus there is the popular stargazing with Stuttgart's Astronomical Association, and the big AfterParty@Mercedes-Benz Museum in conjunction with the radio station bigFM and DJ P. The action at the Museum starts at 7 p.m. and goes on until 4 a.m. Stargazing on the roof Further information: http://mb4.me/EnK2m4cL terrace

“The Three Robbers” at Mercedes-Benz Museum

Exciting music theatre for children aged between four and seven: on Saturday, 12 May 2018, Young Opera Stuttgart will give a “seat cushion concert” in the Great Hall of the Mercedes-Benz Museum. The programme includes two performances, at 2 pm and 3.30 pm, of “The Three Robbers” based on the children’s book of the same name by Tomi Ungerer. Tickets go on sale on 12 March 2018 at the ticket office of Stuttgart State Theatre. "The Three Robbers" Further information: http://mb4.me/TuZSWJFB seat cushion concert Mercedes-Benz Classic Club Management Editors’ Newsletter 1/2018

Important Mercedes-Benz innovations from the year 1958

In every epoch the future of the car needs strong innovations for safety and comfort. 60 years ago, for example, Mercedes-Benz made headlines with a multitude of pioneering solutions in this field. They ranged from the seat belt as an optional extra through petrol direct injection in volume production to the power steering system and air conditioning system. The significant patent application for the Important Mercedes-Benz wedge-pin door lock was made in 1958. This innovation initiative was the result of targeted R&D work innovations from the year at Mercedes-Benz. 1958 Further information: http://mb4.me/Elc8FTUN

"30 Years of the DTM" at the Mercedes-Benz Museum

30 years ago, Mercedes-Benz began its official involvement in the German Touring Car Championships (DTM). On 4 May 2018 in Hockenheim, the final chapter in the DTM story of the Stuttgart-based brand will start with the opening race of the 2018 German Touring Car Masters. The brand has won a total of eight championship titles and 16 vice-championships since 1988 – making it the most successful manufacturer in the history of the series. The Mercedes-Benz Museum is devoting AMG-Mercedes C-Class a special presentation to this era, and exhibiting five famous DTM cars until 6 May 2018. DTM touring car Further information: http://mb4.me/IQQN3Z0W

Famous chequered pattern from racing

The Mercedes-Benz 300 SL “Gullwing” is regarded as the sports car of the century. Its interior is characterised by chequered upholsteries like the ones used in the 300 SL sports car (W 194). Mercedes-Benz Classic has now arranged for the original patterns from the 300 SL (W 198, 1954 to 1957) series sports car to be reproduced by the original supplier according to their original Upholsteries for the 300 specification. The fabrics can be ordered from any Mercedes-Benz sales partner. SL “Gullwing” (W 198, Further information: http://mb4.me/iifAwWEl 1954 to 1957)

Part of the month March: Fabrics for 300 SL Coupe (W198) / A00098344865000

The part of the month is only one part of many, which are permanently reproduced by Mercedes-Benz Classic, as the all-encompassing and long-term supply of parts for all classics has top priority for us. Our corporate sales and logistics network guarantees the supply with our genuine Classic parts for your car anywhere in the world and thus they can be ordered from any authorized Mercedes-Benz dealer. Information about availability and prices can be found on our online parts search Part of the month www.mercedes-benz.com/classic-parts which is updated regularly. There you can also make March selections as for reproduced or promotion parts.

Star-studded start to the season

The start of the new season is marked by the presentation by Mercedes-Benz Classic at the two major specialist shows Techno-Classica (21 to 25 March 2018) and Retro Classics (22 to 25 March 2018), with numerous outstanding vehicles on display. It continues with participation in top international events, the first being the Mille Miglia (16 to 19 May, 2018). The diary for the remainder of the year is also well-filled, ensuring many more special moments in the light of the Mercedes star. Mercedes-Benz Classic at Further information: http://mb4.me/WsXluyqR Techno Classica 2017 Mercedes-Benz Classic Club Management Editors’ Newsletter 1/2018

Special AMG exhibition extended at the Mercedes-Benz Museum

The special exhibition “50 Years of AMG” at the Mercedes-Benz Museum is a resounding success which has drawn over 150,000 visitors to date. Accordingly, the exhibition presenting the history of AMG is to be extended from 8 April to 6 May 2018. In its final phase six additional Mercedes-AMGs, of which five are Black Series vehicles, are on display. Mercedes-Benz Museum, Further information: http://mb4.me/ihiEhRkG special exhibition “50 Years of AMG”

“One of the fastest and most spirited series production cars on the world market”

Mercedes-Benz caused a sensation at the in March 1968 with the 300 SEL 6.3 (W 109). Because the Stuttgart brand’s V8-powered top-of-the-range luxury model delivered the performance of a sports car: acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h in 6.5 seconds, and a top speed of 220 km/h, was outstanding at the time. Not to mention the extensive standard equipment and the inimitable comfort of a Mercedes-Benz. The 300 SEL 6.3 continues to fascinate with its high level of Mercedes-Benz 300 SEL perfection. 6.3 (W 109) Further information: http://mb4.me/hQrX6d31