Classic Mercedes Magazine

12 April 2023

Talking Shop: Edward Bridger-Stille: Should you sell your classic Merc at an auction? Our expert has the answer. Icons: Daimler collection: A single, memorable image that says more than a thousand words can. 123-Series Special: S123 230TE: Bringing you the fascinating tale of the wagon, the most collectable 123. 123-Series Special: W123: 300D Turbodiesel: Only North America got this model but one was in the UK and we drove it. Timewatch: 1983 – 190E 2.3-16: Looking back 36 years to when the hot and racy 190E caused an outrage. Stuttgart treasure: Secret stash: Only a few outside Daimler have seen this incredible Mercedes collection. My Classic: R107 350SL: Was buying a car unseen to use in a rally sensible? Yes, says Noel Scheider. South Africa: 190: The same family in Bloemfontein has owned this lovely Ponton since 1963. The Expert: Pete Lewis: He started off in architecture but found people wanted to buy his Benzes. Back to back: SL500 vs SL60 AMG: Two R129s that look near identical but reveal different natures on the road. Auction Stars: 300SL, 300d, 280SL: Details of five interesting classics sold at the summer Monterey auctions. Buyer’s Guide: S124: Tough and durable, but getting scarce – read our 124 estate buying tips. Collectables: Vintage hi-fi: Forget digital – 1970s analogue stereo equipment sounds marvellous.