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Auctions, News

1957 Mercedes-Benz 190SL is up for auction

At the 1954 New York Auto Show Mercedes-Benz unveiled an attractive and more affordable alternative to the luxurious Mercedes-Benz 300 SL, the Mercedes-Benz 190SL. The car was produced between 1955 and 1963, and around 26k cars left the production lines. One of them, a 1957 Mercedes-Benz 190SL, is up for auction.

The Mercedes-Benz 190SL is powered by a front-mounted 1.9L 4-cylinder-inline engine with 104 hp (77 kW) and 105 lb-ft (142 Nm) of torque. Power is transmitted to the rear wheels via a 4-speed manual gearbox. It reaches 62 mph in 14.5 seconds with a top speed of 107 mph (173 km/h). It is mounted on steel 13-inch wheels wrapped in 185/80 Maxxis MA-1 tires.

This car is finished in light blue and has been completely restored. It is equipped with a newly replaced driver-side mirror, chrome trim, blue soft top, antenna, hood emblem, windshield wiper motor, exhaust tip, headlight housings, door moldings, seals for the windshield, trunk, and windows. Brake booster and booster line, master cylinder, brake reservoir, parking brake cable and brake lines, vacuum booster, wheel cylinders, shocks and front shock bushings, sway bar, control arms, tie rods, and strut rod were also replaced.

Inside, the seats are wrapped in red leather that also covers the dashboard and door panels. The interior was completely restored, which included the replacement of wiring harnesses for the steering column and dash, ignition switch and keys, cabin and trunk carpets, heater box and heater and defroster ducts, shift knob, horn button, headlight switch, dash knobs, and heater trim escutcheons, ashtray and door panel armrest trim, as well as seat adjusters. Additional equipment includes a side-facing kinder jump seat, an analog clock, a rearview mirror and a retro-style push-button radio. The five-digit mechanical odometer shows 89 miles.

The car comes with a copy of the build sheet, manufacturer’s literature, refurbishment records and photographs, spare parts, and a clean Florida title. No Carfax report.

The auction ends on December 26th and the current highest bid is $100,000 USD.

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Source: Bring a Trailer

EV, News

Mercedes Vision EQXX with a range of 746 miles

Earlier this year, Mercedes revealed its new electric concept, the Vision EQXX, which was claimed to have a range of 600 miles (1,000 km). Now this model has set a new record with a range of 746 miles (1,202 km).

Mercedes has equipped the EQXX with air curtains, covers and moving elements including a rear diffuser that pulls out at higher speeds, Bridgestone tires with ultra-low rolling resistance. Inside, there’s an 8K resolution 120.6cm screen with a navigation system with 3D graphics showing the city from a “satellite perspective” up to 10 feet high.

The Mercedes Vision EQXX is powered by a single electric motor with 245 hp (180 kW). The journey started from Stuttgart and after two days, 14 hours and 30 minutes the car reached the famous British Silverstone circuit. The EQXX consumed an average of 8.3 kWh per 100 kilometers, and the average speed was 52 mph (83 km / h). The car is equipped with Mercedes batteries that allowed an additional 11 laps (64.8 kilometers) at a speed of 87 mph (140 km / h).

The car is equipped with 30 percent lighter batteries than those found in the Mercedes EQS models. The battery capacity is not known, and Mercedes announced that it is less than 100 kWh. The range was also helped by a 117-cell solar panel which provides energy for the HVAC system (which worked for more than eight hours), lights and infotainment system.

Source: Mercedes

News

2022 Mercedes-Benz GLC

The world premiere of the new Mercedes-Benz GLC took place yesterday, and it will be offered with an electrified two-liter turbo petrol and turbodiesel engine. It is a continuation of the successful SUV story that began with the GLK model.

The new Mercedes-Benz GLC will be powered by a 2.0L four-cylinder turbo petrol and turbodiesel engines combined with an electric motor. Three of them are mild hybrid versions (MHEV – Mild Hybrid Electric Vehicle) with integrated starter / generator of the second generation (ISG) and power range from 197 to 258 hp. There will also be plug-in hybrid technology with a range of 313 to 381 hp. The engines will be paired with a 9-speed automatic transmission. PHEV versions without the assistance of an internal combustion engine allow an electric range of 100 kilometers.

Mercedes has changed the dimensions of the new GLC model, which is 60 mm longer and 4 mm lower than its predecessor. The wheelbase has also been increased, as has the wheelbase. This provides more space for passengers and luggage. Inside, the design of the luxuriously equipped cabin with details is taken from the new S-Class.

The car is equipped with adaptive suspension, and also boasts excellent handling and agility. There are several sets of rims on offer, from 18 to 20 inches, and the driver has several driving modes available that provide enviable performance even on the off-road.

Source: Mercedes-Benz