June 2016: Mercedes-Benz Classic Center News

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	How better to enjoy a warm summer weekend than to treat yourself and your classic Mercedes-Benz to a fun-filled getaway? Make sure your classic is good to go before you take off on a longer trip and check your fluids and tires, especially if your classic has been garaged over the winter. And whether you're heading for a specific destination or are driving just for the fun of it, from the Mercedes-Benz Classic Center team, here's to a season of safe and enjoyable summer motoring.

	On June 28, 1926 representatives of Daimler-Motoren-Gesellschaft (DMG) and Benz & Cie. signed the agreement for the merger of the two oldest automobile manufacturers in the world. The merger was symbolized by the new brand logo of Mercedes-Benz, registered as a new trademark in February 1925. It connected the Mercedes star of Daimler with the laurel wreath of Benz, based on the two original trademarks that originated in 1909 and were continuously developed until 1926. In early advertisements and other publications of Daimler-Benz AG, the former logos were frequently shown together with the new brand name of Mercedes-Benz.

	When it was introduced, any car magazine was anxious to test what was often billed as the "fastest production sedan ever built"; or as Road & Track put it in their November issue in 1968: The 300 SEL 6.3 was "merely the greatest sedan in the world". To this day, it continues to be one of the most sought after Mercedes-Benz built in the post-war era. This 1971 300 SEL 6.3 presents in excellent condition in its original DB040 Black with black leather interior (241). During the restoration by a renowned marque specialist, the flawless leather interior was preserved in its original condition. The car has been equipped with a hidden satellite radio unit (glove box). The car has been inspected by the Classic Center and offers the perfect opportunity for a collector or aficionado to experience this historic icon. Available for $225,000. Learn more about this vehicle

	The grille star for the 107 generation SL and SLC models is available again! Part number 107-880-03-86, now available for $464.00 for limited time only (list $580.00). Now that the wait is over, call or email our Classic Parts Specialists and get your order in fast! Call 1-866-622-5277 or email classicparts@mbusa.com. Order your R/C 107 grille star today

	Legends of the Autobahn® returns to Monterey Car Week on Friday, August 19th at the Nicklaus Club in Monterey, California. Be a part of the celebration of the world's pre-eminent German vehicle brands – Mercedes-Benz, BMW and Audi. Mercedes-Benz Club of America Members are invited to enter their automobiles in the judged Concours classes, the display-only corral, or the Silver Star Preservation class. For 2016, Mercedes-Benz at Legends of the Autobahn will feature a special performance class for cars that have been modified or tuned. This includes cars that have been modified for performance and/or appearance, such as pre-merger models from AMG, or modified Mercedes-Benz from Lorinser or Brabus. Mercedes-Benz automobiles used in racing are also invited to participate. To be eligible for this class, your Mercedes-Benz must be manufactured prior to 1997. Follow the link below to register your Mercedes-Benz for Legends of the Autobahn today! The deadline to register is July 31st. For more information contact Allen Stephens at 503-708-0397 or allen.c.stephens@gmail.com. Learn more and register your Classic Mercedes

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