Mercedes Enthusiast Magazine

17 November 2017

Market Watch: Our expert considers the C36 AMG market. Merc Man: How to sell your car the correct way. Spotlight: The new CLS launches soon, and we’ve experienced it in the UK from the passenger seat! Take Two: Equipped with M116 and M117 V8s respectively, this 280SE 3.5 and 450SLC make fantastic stablemates. Star Car: The AMG GT C Coupe features technology from the hard core GT R and could be all the sports car you need. Motorsport Interview: AMG ambassador Bernd Schneider talks us through his exceptional racing career. Ownership: Why the 190E 2.5-16 Evolution makes most sense for the mechanically minded hot saloon lover. Event: The 2017 Tour Auto Optic 2000 involved 250 classic cars and a breathtaking drive from Paris to Biarritz. Youngtimer: Featuring the extended wheelarches of a W124 E500, this E320 Cabriolet is one good looking droptop. Profile: Born in Liechtenstein, Harry Schikora trained as a Mercedes engineer before moving to Hollywood in the 60s. Tuner Car: We take to the road in Brabus’ ginormously powerful G500 4x42 complete with dazzling cabin features. Technical: Mercedes Enthusiast’s C55 AMG Estate pays a visit to suspension tuning specialist Wheels in Motion. My Merc: SL320 Mille Miglia driven to Italy. Buyer’s Guide: Pre facelift A45 AMG. Running Reports: 190E 2.3 Sportline, GLC220d/CLK63 AMG Coupe, W108 280SE.