Tag: Mercedes-Benz history

The 1971 Mercedes-Benz 300SEL 6.8 is called the “The Red Pig” for a reason.

As Mercedes lovers, we’re certain that you all know the story behind the three-pointed star, but how well do you know other car logos?

Mercedes-Benz is filled with brilliant minds that have figured out so many things over the years.

Daniel Monti’s 1969 Mercedes-Benz 280SL has been in his family for 30 years. Clearly, the two-seater has been loved.

Sir Stirling Moss knows first-hand how much more perilous auto racing used to be. He competed in the Mille Miglia race back in 1955 behind the wheel of the open-top Mercedes-Benz 300 SLR.

I’ve always believed that the more you have of a certain item, the less special each one of them becomes. However, gazillionaire automotive connoisseur Jay Leno is able to tell us all which Mercedes-Benz is his favorite to drive: the 300 SEL 6.3.