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Old Aug 20, 2008 | 11:32 PM
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I worked on the Jeep SRT8 prior to its release and from a launch it can sometimes pull over 1g which is crazy for a heavy SUV. The 0-60 time of 4.5s that someone posted is far fetched for a stock SRT8. I've never seen anything close to that. More like high 4's, low 5's in the real world. The lower times you will get only when it's cold and dry. In the snow, it has an impressive 0-60 of about 7.5s which is faster than a lot of cars on asphalt! Compared to a 300 SRT8, there is no comparison, the Jeep just crushes the 300 so bad out of the whole it's not even funny. At highway speeds they are quick, but nothing special.
Considering C&D cracked off a 4.5sec 0-60mph without any drag prep, I guarantee if you were to measure the 0-60mph time of those 1.8 60fts launches, they would be right in the mid 4-sec range.
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Old Aug 21, 2008 | 03:17 AM
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Originally Posted by Deuuuce
You claimed 1.71 at the track on "true street tires". Guess that's open to interpretation, huh? Everyone else seems to need DRs for it...
no actually, it's not open to interpretation. 1.71 on street tires (toyo t1r's) is what i said and i'ts an absolute fact...many times over and i have the timeslips to prove it.

i don't care what everyone else is doing or needs, including the z06's...and i won't pretend to be able to speak for them. i'm just stating what i'm doing over and over and over.
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Old Aug 21, 2008 | 08:24 AM
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Originally Posted by 007ML500
I worked on the Jeep SRT8 prior to its release and from a launch it can sometimes pull over 1g which is crazy for a heavy SUV. The 0-60 time of 4.5s that someone posted is far fetched for a stock SRT8. I've never seen anything close to that. More like high 4's, low 5's in the real world. The lower times you will get only when it's cold and dry. In the snow, it has an impressive 0-60 of about 7.5s which is faster than a lot of cars on asphalt! Compared to a 300 SRT8, there is no comparison, the Jeep just crushes the 300 so bad out of the whole it's not even funny. At highway speeds they are quick, but nothing special.
I was just going by what the manufacturers claim the cars go 0-60 in. I think Car and Driver got the 2004 CLK55 0-60 in 4.5sec too. So in that case maybe it would be a close race.
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Old Aug 21, 2008 | 09:00 AM
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Fixed in five minutes is a bit misleading...And it usually takes multiple trips to the dealership for them to figure out. They usually want to replace the whole tranny.

But other than that, they are very good trannies, I agree. They are NOT the exact one that MB uses...the MB trannies shift like butter compared to the Chryslers...for whatever reason I am not sure.
Mercedes makes the 5 speed W5A580 transmission used in the Grand Cherokee Hemi and 300C/Charger/Magnum. It is a Mercedes tranny. The shift points and feel can be programmed to shift firm to soft or from quick to slow.
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Old Aug 21, 2008 | 01:25 PM
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I have an ML63 and have raced numerous SRT8 Jeeps. The Jeep does launch better, but I ALWAYS catch up around the 1/8th mile mark, and after that, there is no comparison. The ML wins every time.
In regards to CLK55s, The first week I got the ML, I raced my cousins CLK55 W209, and he was annihialated. Since the Jeep is so close in performance with the ML63, chances are, you have no chance to keep up with the Jeep in a CLK55.

Here is a video of me Murdering the CLK and keep on pulling the whole time.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jYVOMdFNF_c

This is just another perspective for the you guys.

Here is a video of what happens when a Jeep tries to race my Benz too
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=K3fcfbrgyds

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Old Aug 23, 2008 | 12:32 AM
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Originally Posted by chiromikey
no actually, it's not open to interpretation. 1.71 on street tires (toyo t1r's) is what i said and i'ts an absolute fact...many times over and i have the timeslips to prove it.

i don't care what everyone else is doing or needs, including the z06's...and i won't pretend to be able to speak for them. i'm just stating what i'm doing over and over and over.
It just so happens your dragtimes posting lists MT ETs with the same 60ft time. Very interesting.

To hit 1.7s, every other E55 needs DRs or better to do it. Expertly raced Z-06s need DRs to do it, SRT-8s with N02 or S/C need DRs to do it, I suspect the same with the SVT Performance website if the timeslip database was fully funcitonal.

Here's another thought - have you ever repeated it?

Bottom line, a 1.71, let alone 1.7s in a 3800lb, rear-drive street car on non-drag race tires essentially impossible. It defies physics and apparently, no one else can do it. And IF you did, why in the world you would post MT ET Streets when the accomplishment on street tires would be far, far more impressive?

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Old Aug 23, 2008 | 01:30 AM
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Originally Posted by Deuuuce
Here's another thought - have you ever repeated it?
He said "many times over" and "timeslips".
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Old Aug 23, 2008 | 10:09 AM
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Originally Posted by Deuuuce
It just so happens your dragtimes posting lists MT ETs with the same 60ft time. Very interesting.

To hit 1.7s, every other E55 needs DRs or better to do it. Expertly raced Z-06s need DRs to do it, SRT-8s with N02 or S/C need DRs to do it, I suspect the same with the SVT Performance website if the timeslip database was fully funcitonal.

Here's another thought - have you ever repeated it?

Bottom line, a 1.71, let alone 1.7s in a 3800lb, rear-drive street car on non-drag race tires essentially impossible. It defies physics and apparently, no one else can do it. And IF you did, why in the world you would post MT ET Streets when the accomplishment on street tires would be far, far more impressive?
you quoted my posts so i assume that means you read them. i stated things like "over and over", "many times", etc so YES i have repeated it many times on many occassions. i even mentioned that i've posted about my runs on street tires on the srt8 forums (where you hang out) when trying to help some friends learn how to launch their cars. i also stated you could have searched my post history to find the answers to your questions but i know searching post history takes time and most people are simply too lazy to do it.

i ran street tires for a while. i finally got a set of custom 16" ccw light weight wheels and m/t's because i thought they would significantly help my times. they didn't. my best 60ft on d/r's is 1.69 but i almost ALWAYS run a 1.71. i believe the problem is that our tq limiting software will not allow any more tq to be applied when in 1st and 2nd gear which has caused me to hit a wall and not be able to improve on my launches. i use the m/t's most of the time at the track to save my street tires from wear and justify my purchase.

btw, i wish my race weight was 3800lbs!!! unfortunately, it's about 4300lbs. obviously, a 1.71 is not impossible since i've done it as often as i have. i'm not the only one either as there are a few others. actually, i believe enzom may even have a few 1.6x on his street tires launches. ironically he and i have discovered we both use identical launch techniques, something i have tried to get others to use, including the srt8 guys. for some reason, not many people listen and still try to use outdated techniques they learned while driving 30yr old muscle cars. as far as what's more impressive, my post on dragtimes was meant to be honest not impressive, and on that particular run i was using the d/r's.
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Old Aug 23, 2008 | 05:11 PM
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Some of the stuff in this thread made me crack up. A properly driven RWD car CAN out launch a stock Jeep SRT8. I dont know where you learned about physics but apparently they didnt teach you properly.
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Old Aug 23, 2008 | 06:02 PM
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Originally Posted by blackbenzz
Some of the stuff in this thread made me crack up. A properly driven RWD car CAN out launch a stock Jeep SRT8. I dont know where you learned about physics but apparently they didnt teach you properly.
those of us that race seem to know this. i'm not sure why some people think it's that hard to believe.

i've got a stack of 1.71 60ft timeslips but for some reason this guy is stuck on the one i have posted on dragtimes as if that was the only time i've ever raced. as many know, 1.71 is just what my car relentlessly does...unless i screw up. there are plenty of members that can attest to seeing my car run 1.71 over and over again...on d/r's and street tires.
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Old Aug 23, 2008 | 06:23 PM
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Some of the stuff in this thread made me crack up. A properly driven RWD car CAN out launch a stock Jeep SRT8. I dont know where you learned about physics but apparently they didnt teach you properly.
Funny thread...I agree!
I've got a SRT8 Jeep with a Dana 44 front (TRUE posi) and a 9" Ford rear diff (TRUE posi) and it launches pretty hard.
With stock diffs the Jeep does a "2 wheel peel", the left front and the right rear tires spin, not so good when you add some additional power.
Mine is a built 426 so I had to design a front & rear diff to get a true positraction front and rear.

Bottom line, from a dig it is pretty quick, you guys pass most of us by the 1/8 and we won't catch most of you again until we pass 155 mph.
The Jeep is not electronically speed limited (scary) but aerodynamically limited top end.
The stocker will top out at 167 mph+/-.
I sure as hell will not take my ride that fast.

Oh the trannys....the Jeep is obviously a W5A580 platform with a couple of upgrades and a couple of cost reductions. The case is designed off the diesel 4wd W5A580, tiny change in the bolt on section in back for the transfer case.

BTW, the JEEP can NOT change shift rpm or line / shift pressure electronically in the TCM.
It is with in a few weeks of happening however.
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Old Aug 25, 2008 | 08:56 PM
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Originally Posted by blackbenzz
Some of the stuff in this thread made me crack up. A properly driven RWD car CAN out launch a stock Jeep SRT8. I dont know where you learned about physics but apparently they didnt teach you properly.
OMG! You mean the .8 60fts from Top Fuelers aren't AWD? Dang!
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Old Aug 25, 2008 | 08:59 PM
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Originally Posted by chiromikey

btw, i wish my race weight was 3800lbs!!! unfortunately, it's about 4300lbs. obviously, a 1.71 is not impossible since i've done it as often as i have. i'm not the only one either as there are a few others. actually, i believe enzom may even have a few 1.6x on his street tires launches. ironically he and i have discovered we both use identical launch techniques, something i have tried to get others to use, including the srt8 guys. for some reason, not many people listen and still try to use outdated techniques they learned while driving 30yr old muscle cars. as far as what's more impressive, my post on dragtimes was meant to be honest not impressive, and on that particular run i was using the d/r's.
I'm searching on 300C and here but am having trouble finding the technique. If you don't mind sharing, that would be great.

While highly skeptical (obviously), I'm very eager to learn a better technique so I can be a believer and within a month, proven example
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Old Aug 26, 2008 | 12:25 AM
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Originally Posted by Blue_Monster
I have an ML63 and have raced numerous SRT8 Jeeps. The Jeep does launch better, but I ALWAYS catch up around the 1/8th mile mark, and after that, there is no comparison. The ML wins every time.
In regards to CLK55s, The first week I got the ML, I raced my cousins CLK55 W209, and he was annihialated. Since the Jeep is so close in performance with the ML63, chances are, you have no chance to keep up with the Jeep in a CLK55.

Here is a video of me Murdering the CLK and keep on pulling the whole time.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jYVOMdFNF_c

This is just another perspective for the you guys.

Here is a video of what happens when a Jeep tries to race my Benz too
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=K3fcfbrgyds
Nobody is arguing about catching up to the Jeep. The discussion is about the hole shot that the Jeep is going to get. In a stoplight to stoplight race, the Jeep would be hard to beat unless you're running slicks or drag radials.
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Old Aug 26, 2008 | 01:43 AM
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Originally Posted by Deuuuce
I'm searching on 300C and here but am having trouble finding the technique. If you don't mind sharing, that would be great.

While highly skeptical (obviously), I'm very eager to learn a better technique so I can be a believer and within a month, proven example
i don't feel like search my entire post history over there looking for the few posts that i discussed launch technique but here was a post i did remember discussing because i believe nyc srt8 learned the technique from some of us mb guys.

http://www.300cforums.com/forums/srt...tml#post446298

it's been discussed many times here as well but i basically get away from the muscle car method of brake torquing to increase rpms and lowering tire pressure. it's a die hard myth that that technique works like it used to with modern drive by wire cars (at least until we can get around the computer and add a high stall).

anyways, i run around the recommended tire pressure (for me that's 36psi) to maintain a uniform contact patch. running low pressure does nothing for modern street low profile radials except reduce contact patch...it doesn't soften the sidewall or widen the tire. do a short DRY burnout to slightly heat the tires and clean any debris. launch off idle instead of stalling the converter. i believe the ecu's don't know what to do when the brakes and throttle are applied at the same time and it will limit power long enough to reduce launch performance. throttle application at launch is a very quick mash rather than a slow roll or a stomp. i ussually leave esp on just in case i screw up. obviously track prep has to be good to get a 1.71 on street tires, but even if it's non existent i can still manage 1.8's.

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Old Aug 26, 2008 | 03:06 AM
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test drove the srt8 jeep which was my cousins. And i can say that thing launches really hard and sucks you into the seat until about 60.

its fast from a dig, but thats where the fun stops.

the exhaust note is sweep but the ride is handling is complete crap and the brakes feel like crap also.

my ford f350 turbo diesel stops better and has more pedal feel lol.


after 60 the car feels so unstable like its gonna lift off the ground and it moves side to side.

nothing like a german amg for sure. the clk55 at 60 to 120 still pulls me hard into the seat, where the jeep is lacking and still way behind.


all i can say is that it would be a close race against the ml63 and the clk55 as it would be even until triple digits where aerodynamics would work in the benifit of the clk
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Old Aug 26, 2008 | 08:17 AM
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Originally Posted by chiromikey
i don't feel like search my entire post history over there looking for the few posts that i discussed launch technique but here was a post i did remember discussing because i believe nyc srt8 learned the technique from some of us mb guys.

http://www.300cforums.com/forums/srt...tml#post446298

it's been discussed many times here as well but i basically get away from the muscle car method of brake torquing to increase rpms and lowering tire pressure. it's a die hard myth that that technique works like it used to with modern drive by wire cars (at least until we can get around the computer and add a high stall).

anyways, i run around the recommended tire pressure (for me that's 36psi) to maintain a uniform contact patch. running low pressure does nothing for modern street low profile radials except reduce contact patch...it doesn't soften the sidewall or widen the tire. do a short DRY burnout to slightly heat the tires and clean any debris. launch off idle instead of stalling the converter. i believe the ecu's don't know what to do when the brakes and throttle are applied at the same time and it will limit power long enough to reduce launch performance. throttle application at launch is a very quick mash rather than a slow roll or a stomp. i ussually leave esp on just in case i screw up. obviously track prep has to be good to get a 1.71 on street tires, but even if it's non existent i can still manage 1.8's.
Excellent.Thanks for this info Chiro. Lawd knows I have a biotch of a time launching my car. Is this also done with the car in drive?
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Old Aug 26, 2008 | 11:27 AM
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Funny thread...I agree!
I've got a SRT8 Jeep with a Dana 44 front (TRUE posi) and a 9" Ford rear diff (TRUE posi) and it launches pretty hard.
With stock diffs the Jeep does a "2 wheel peel", the left front and the right rear tires spin, not so good when you add some additional power.
Mine is a built 426 so I had to design a front & rear diff to get a true positraction front and rear.

Bottom line, from a dig it is pretty quick, you guys pass most of us by the 1/8 and we won't catch most of you again until we pass 155 mph.
The Jeep is not electronically speed limited (scary) but aerodynamically limited top end.
The stocker will top out at 167 mph+/-.
I sure as hell will not take my ride that fast.

Oh the trannys....the Jeep is obviously a W5A580 platform with a couple of upgrades and a couple of cost reductions. The case is designed off the diesel 4wd W5A580, tiny change in the bolt on section in back for the transfer case.

BTW, the JEEP can NOT change shift rpm or line / shift pressure electronically in the TCM.
It is with in a few weeks of happening however.
Bill
I had a stock Jeep SRT8...there is absolutely no way it tops out at 167mph...unless your + or - is 15mph. The gear ratios are 3.74...the AWD, weight and the brick aerodynamics all lend a hand in its top speed being naturally limited to about 152mph.

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Old Aug 26, 2008 | 11:48 AM
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Excellent.Thanks for this info Chiro. Lawd knows I have a biotch of a time launching my car. Is this also done with the car in drive?
forgot about that...yes, the trans is in drive. i've tried to best the auto trans but i just can't do it. there's too much lag between the shift buttons and the when the car actually shifts which makes it difficult to be consistent.
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Old Aug 26, 2008 | 12:03 PM
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Yeah, sure you do. And you still referenced a 60ft that was done on ET Streets.

And how is that virtually every other 1.7X 60ft was on DRs on dragtimes? If the E55 launches so well, why in the world would they use DRs?

I had no idea the E55 can launch like a 3100lb prepped Z-06. And prep as in clean tires, fresh application of VHT, psi at optimum level, etc.
How about 1.67 60' time on STREET TIRES?

Toyo T1R, 30 PSI, street trim. 11.59@~119

There's a LOT you have no idea about.
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Old Aug 26, 2008 | 12:38 PM
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i got 1.8 and 1.7 60' times in my ram srt-10 at the track on stock tires, so beating the srt-8 jeep's 1.8 60' times shouldn't be that big of a deal.

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Old Aug 26, 2008 | 01:36 PM
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Originally Posted by chiromikey
i don't feel like search my entire post history over there looking for the few posts that i discussed launch technique but here was a post i did remember discussing because i believe nyc srt8 learned the technique from some of us mb guys.

http://www.300cforums.com/forums/srt...tml#post446298

it's been discussed many times here as well but i basically get away from the muscle car method of brake torquing to increase rpms and lowering tire pressure. it's a die hard myth that that technique works like it used to with modern drive by wire cars (at least until we can get around the computer and add a high stall).

anyways, i run around the recommended tire pressure (for me that's 36psi) to maintain a uniform contact patch. running low pressure does nothing for modern street low profile radials except reduce contact patch...it doesn't soften the sidewall or widen the tire. do a short DRY burnout to slightly heat the tires and clean any debris. launch off idle instead of stalling the converter. i believe the ecu's don't know what to do when the brakes and throttle are applied at the same time and it will limit power long enough to reduce launch performance. throttle application at launch is a very quick mash rather than a slow roll or a stomp. i ussually leave esp on just in case i screw up. obviously track prep has to be good to get a 1.71 on street tires, but even if it's non existent i can still manage 1.8's.
Okay, I'm doing a similar method but please describe the difference between a "very quick mash" vs. a "stomp"??

Also, are you running with a full tank of gas? Your race weight seems high and I've noticed a 1/3 to 1/2 tank is needed for a good weight transfer (with my car).
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Old Aug 26, 2008 | 01:57 PM
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Originally Posted by Deuuuce
Okay, I'm doing a similar method but please describe the difference between a "very quick mash" vs. a "stomp"??

Also, are you running with a full tank of gas? Your race weight seems high and I've noticed a 1/3 to 1/2 tank is needed for a good weight transfer (with my car).
a stomp would be as fast as you can get your foot to the floor whereas i'm going just touch slower than that.

i typically race with as little gas as possible...1/8 tank at the most. this is another myth that has to be let go with our cars. i don't know if it applies to the srt8's, but the e55's gas tank(s) are mid ship so more fuel does not equate to more rearward bias or weight transfer over the rear tires.
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Old Aug 27, 2008 | 07:45 AM
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I had a stock Jeep SRT8...there is absolutely no way it tops out at 167mph...unless your + or - is 15mph. The gear ratios are 3.74...the AWD, weight and the brick aerodynamics all lend a hand in its top speed being naturally limited to about 152mph.

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Perhaps you might be interested in this:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TeBPz7Xgwto

Top speed is 165MPH.
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Old Aug 27, 2008 | 07:48 AM
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SRT8 vs ML63AMG: 0-120MPH
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lgIXutLYGXc

2nd run, 0-125MPH:
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And last one > Jeep SRT8 vs Cayenne Turbo S :
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By Verdad Gallardo | 2026-05-02 12:36:58


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Mercedes SLR McLaren 722 S Is Extremely Rare Example Modified by McLaren

Slideshow: A one-of-one U.S.-spec Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren Roadster became even rarer after a factory-backed transformation at McLaren's headquarters.

By Verdad Gallardo | 2026-04-29 11:19:28


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8 Classic Boxy Mercedes Designs That Have Aged Like Fine Wine

Slideshow: Before curves took over, Mercedes mastered the art of the straight line, and some of those shapes still look right today.

By Verdad Gallardo | 2026-04-25 12:05:49


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Flawlessly Restored Mercedes 190E Evo II Heads to Auction

Slideshow: The 190E Evolution II shows how a homologation necessity became a six-figure collector icon.

By Verdad Gallardo | 2026-04-22 17:53:47


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Electric Mercedes C-Class Unveiled: 11 Things You Need to Know

Slideshow: Mercedes is turning one of its core nameplates electric, and the details show just how serious this shift is.

By Verdad Gallardo | 2026-04-21 13:58:06


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Mercedes EQS Gets A Major Update: Everything You Need to Know

Slideshow: Faster charging, longer range, and a controversial steer-by-wire system define the latest evolution of Mercedes-Benz EQS.

By Verdad Gallardo | 2026-04-15 10:35:34


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5 Underrated Mercedes-Benz Models That Don't Get the Love They Deserve

Slideshow: These overlooked Mercedes-Benz models never got the spotlight, but they quietly delivered more than most remember.

By Verdad Gallardo | 2026-04-13 19:35:45


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Mercedes 300D Has Pushed Well Past 1 Million Miles and It Ain't Stopping

Slideshow: A well-used 1991 Mercedes-Benz 300D with more than one million miles is now looking for a new owner, and it still appears ready for more.

By Verdad Gallardo | 2026-04-10 10:05:15


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10 Most Reliable Mercedes-Benz Models You Can Buy Used

Slideshow: From bulletproof sedans to surprisingly tough SUVs, these Mercedes models proved that the three-pointed star can go the distance.

By Verdad Gallardo | 2026-04-08 09:55:49


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