25 years of Mercedes-Benz E-Class in the 210 model series

• • In 1995, Mercedes-Benz introduced the 210 model series and therefore the new generation of E-Class
  • First E-Class with the twin-headlamp face, introduced in a coupé study in 1993
  • Average sales of more than 200,000 vehicles per year established the saloon as the best-selling vehicle of the luxury class in the world
  • The estate of the 210 model series had an unrivalled spaciousness

  A new generation of E-Class began its successful journey a quarter of a century ago: in 1995, Mercedes-Benz introduced the 210 model series. It was the first time the E-Class with twin headlamps looked out at the world and promptly received the “red dot” design award. Another premiere in the luxury class was the choice between three design and equipment lines: CLASSIC, ELEGANCE and AVANTGARDE. The standard equipment included countless technical highlights from the electronic traction system (ETS) to the seat belt force limiter. Further innovations such as side airbags – a world premiere in this market segment – rain sensors and xenon headlamps were also available as special equipment.

25 years of Mercedes-Benz E-Class in the 210 model series

Mercedes-Benz E-Klasse Cabriolet Coupe

• A traditional line since the “Stroke/8” Coupé (model series 114) from 1968
• The first cabriolet in this market segment made its debut in 1991 in the 124 model series
• Enduring fascination as a classic car of the past, a recent classic and a future classic

Elegant, sporty and luxurious: in the history of the Mercedes-Benz E-Class, this is reflected in particular in the two-door coupé and cabriolet variants. These vehicles combine the classic virtues of the E-Class – exemplary safety and comprehensive long-distance comfort – with particular aesthetic finesse. To this day, it is these strengths that continue to make the E-Class Coupés and Cabriolets so successful. That model series’ direct tradition began more than 50 years ago with the Stroke/8 Coupés of the 114 model series and almost 30 years ago with the cabriolets of the 124 model series.

Mercedes-Benz E-Klasse Cabriolet Coupe

Mercedes-Benz 450 SEL 6.9 made its debut 45 years ago

• The 8-cylinder engine with a displacement of 6.9 litres and 210 kW (286 hp) reaches a top speed of 225 km/h
• Brave introduction in the wake of the oil shock
• Press review: the “world’s best vehicle” and showing “courage” and “optimism about the future”

A clear commitment to power 45 years ago: in spring 1975 Mercedes-Benz introduced model series 116’s new, top-of-the-line model, the 450 SEL 6.9. The high-performance saloon was one of the fastest vehicles at the time, as only very few sports cars were able to reach even higher speeds. Nowadays, it’s a sought-after classic. “The 450 SEL 6.9 is a brand icon,” Patrik Gottwick says as the Head of ALL TIME STARS, Mercedes-Benz Classic’s own vehicle retailer. “Model series 116 vehicles have become very sought-after on the market, especially the ones with 6.9-litre M 100 engine. We have noticed a significant increase in demand over the past years and recent auction results show that the value of the 450 SEL 6.9 is on the up. The reasons for this being its levels of refined motoring, everyday qualities as a classic car and the very low production numbers of a mere 7380 vehicles.”

Mercedes-Benz 450 SEL 6.9 made its debut 45 years ago

Mercedes-Benz racing driver Sir Stirling Moss has passed away at the age of 90

• •  In the 1955 season, Stirling Moss, born in 1929 in England, wrote motorsport history with the Silver Arrows from Mercedes-Benz
  •  Enduring best time in the Mille Miglia: 10 hours, 7 minutes and 48 seconds for 1,000 miles
  •  An exceptional motorsport talent and a great career
  •  Committed as an ambassador of motorsport and as a Brand Ambassador of Mercedes-Benz

“Mercedes-Benz will keep the memory of a great character and racing driver alive and honoured,” says Christian Boucke, Head of Mercedes-Benz Classic. “Sir Stirling Moss died on 12 April 2020. He was a star of the Mercedes-Benz racing team in the 1955 season. Triumphs such as the overall victory of the Mille Miglia in absolute record time and victory in the British Grand Prix will ensure that his name will forever be closely linked with the motorsport successes of this brand. Thank you, Stirling!”

Mercedes-Benz racing driver Sir Stirling Moss has passed away at the age of 90

Thirty years ago, the Mercedes-Benz 190 E 2.5-16 Evolution II débuted

• A high-performance sports saloon as the flagship model in the Mercedes-Benz compact model family
• The homologation vehicle with 173 kW (235 hp) formed the basis for DTM touring race cars
• Its première was the Geneva Motor Show in March 1990
• 502 of the cars were built with a metallic blue-black finish

In 1990, Mercedes-Benz launched the 190 E 2.5-16 Evolution II from the 201 model series. The high-performance sports saloon was the road-legal version of the DTM touring race car of the same name. The saloon, built in a small run of only 502 cars and always finished in blue-black metallic, can easily be recognised by its mighty rear wing for motorsport use.

Thirty years ago, the Mercedes-Benz 190 E 2.5-16 Evolution II débuted