MERCEDES-BENZ, The 1960s, Volume 2: W100, W108, W109, W113

The Mercedes 300SEL 6.3 was a gamble, the 600 was at least for most European markets too big and flashy. The pagoda SL, launched at the same time as the 600, was an even bigger gamble. It had to replace not only the iconic 300SL, but also the more affordable 190SL. Only the W108 was not a gamble. It was the consequent evolution of a successful executive car that finally did away with the "one body fits all engines" philosophy. This 270-page book was last updated in Dec. 2016 and covers them all: the 600, Pagoda SL and the W108/109 with six- and eight-cylinder engines. It is one of over twenty-five books/e-books by the author about Mercedes cars. And these are some of the topics covered:

you can read about the complete development and history of each model from the 230SL and 600 to the 300SEL 6.3

a comprehensive buyer's guide will help you to avoid costly mistakes, when looking for a W113, W108 or W109 model

chassis number and data card are explained in great detail

it looks at value changes over time on certain variants

some 230 recent non-Daimler AG color photos highlight many interesting and unique features, this includes pictures of the suspension and

A technical section covers their paint and upholstery options, the production history plus engine and performance data of each model. Enjoy!

Author: Bernd S. Koehling
Publisher: Createspace Independent Publishing Platform
Published: 11/06/2012
Pages: 272
Binding Type: Paperback
Weight: 1.70lbs
Size: 10.90h x 8.40w x 0.70d
ISBN13: 9781480237223
ISBN10: 1480237221
BISAC Categories:
- Transportation | Automotive | Antique & Classic

About the Author
With over 25 books and e-books written about Mercedes-Benz cars, Bernd S. Koehling has proven to be an authority on the brand. Those books cover cars from the 1947 170V to the 2012 SL R231.

Bernd has been involved in the Mercedes scene since the early 1970s, when he restored his first 170 Cabrio B. Since then he has not only owned many classic Mercedes including a 220S, 300d Adenauer, 200D, 250SE, 280SE coupe 3.5, 300SEL, 350SL, 280E, 450SE, SLK230, he has also gained a wealth of knowledge and experience, which he shares with his readers in his books.

Mercedes has always been considered one of his favorite car manufacturers and Bernd has driven almost all Mercedes models built since the 1950s. His other weakness revolves around British cars, here especially Jaguar and Alvis.

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