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Mercedes-Benz Classic Cars app now available

by (RSS feed) October 29th, 2010 at 12:08 pm

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Mercedes-Benz has been building world-class premium vehicles for over a century now. To educate people about the development of the automobile, the company has its own museum—the Stuttgart Mercedes-Benz Musuem—where 160 vehicles were built for the past 120 years of production.

Thanks to mobile technology, you don’t have to leave the comfort of your own home to appreciate the company’s rich history. All you have to do is download one special app—the Mercedes-Benz Classis Center app—for both the iPhone and iPad

The app offers a virtual walk into the Mercedes-Benz Museum, complete with photos and sound effects. And, the app will be updated with real time information pertaining to the Mercedes-Benz Classic Car Center, such purchases and rental offers.

What else does the app offer? Well, everything about the market place of Mercedes-Benz Classic Cars, news pertaining to the company, access to clubs and communities surrounding the brand, as well as special promotions or marketing events.

So if you have a knack for old school stuff, or just love old timers by Mercedes-Benz, then this app is for you. Just make sure you’re logged onto the iTunes store to get it. Although if you have an iPhone or an iPad, then chances are you’re not really an old schooler at heart. But, hey, that’s cool. Grab the app now.

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Classic E-Class diesel wagon going sideways

by (RSS feed) August 29th, 2010 at 5:24 pm

How often do you see a classic Mercedes-Benz wagon drifting on the track? Let’s see… uhm, never? Well, now you will. Here’s a video of an E-Class wagon, a diesel, going sideways in what seems to be a drifting competition. In case it hasn’t sinked in yet, what you’ll be witnessing is a real live Mercedes-Benz E-Class wagon. A diesel. Well, at least it used to be a diesel.

From the looks of the wheels and tires, and of course the fact that it’s competing in a highly competitive sport, this wagon has been modified inside out. If the Ghostbusters were still around, we reckon they’ll be trading in their Eco-1 for this baby. Hell, they’ll probably even throw in Slimer in their excitement. But of course, it takes a lot more than ghostbusting skills to properly let loose on a racetrack, much more sideways.

Ever since the Drift King himself, Keiichi Tsuchiya, started drifting on the mountain passes of Japan, never did anyone think that a European diesel wagon would one day be doing the very same thing on a race track. Drifting really has changed ever since Tsuchiya brought it from the underground to a full-blown motor sport.

Well, enough talk. Enjoy the video people. And one more thing. Don’t try this at home. Not even on the streets.

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Top-down classics at Klassikwelt Bodensee

by (RSS feed) June 4th, 2010 at 9:17 pm

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You busy? Why don’t you head on down to Klassikwelt Bodensee, otherwise known as the Lake Constance Classic World fair in Friedrichshafen. On display from June 3 to 6 will be the history of transportation from land to sea and air, including of course Daimler AG and Mercedes-Benz.

Heading straight to Hall 7, you will find yourself wrapped in an exhibit of tradition – open air driving – courtesy of Mercedes-Benz Classic. You’ll come face to face with the 300 SL Roadster, a ravishing small convertible that just absorbs every inch of driver in you. There’s also a 124-series Cabriolet with its open four seater, and a 107-series, similarly roofless.

Just a few steps away is the Mercedes-Benz Museum and several brand clubs that are devoted to various models such as the S-Class, 107 and 129 series. Of course, it wouldn’t be a show if there wasn’t a highlight. After immersing yourself in the history, transport yourself back to the modern era with the Mercedes-Benz SLS AMG. You’ll find it in the Outdoor Area East just opposite Hall 6. Sitting near the SLS are the E-Class Cabriolet, which makes a Hollywood appearance in Sex in the City 2, an SLK and an SL.

If you want to find out what else of the Mercedes-Benz fleet are present, you’ll have to be there yourself.  Or you can stay tuned right here for updates.

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Famous cars up for bidding at Mecum Spring Classic

by (RSS feed) May 14th, 2010 at 11:26 pm

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Are you in the business of collecting famous antiques? Well, then here’s a fine example. This 1969 Mercedes-Benz 280SE was used in the film The Hangover where three men and a husband-to-be drove all the way to Las Vegas for the groom’s bachelor party. And now, it’s for auction. Sounds like fun? It sure does.

Along for the ride in the Mecum Spring Classic Auction are Cobras from Iron Man the Movie, Formula One cars from Charlie’s Angels (fake, of course), and, believe it or not, two, yes two Knight Rider KITTs. Awesome!

Just to brief you in on the event, the Mecum’s Original Spring Classic Auction is held yearly in Indianapolis. It’s being held from May 13 to 17 (so you better hurry and pack your beers) and will feature over 1,000 cars and over 300 neon signs in exhibitions set up along five buildings interconnected around the Indiana State Fairgrounds. Don’t worry about the weather folks because it’s an indoor affair.

Alongside the vintage muscle cars is an exhibition on automotive artwork and literature. So if you’re looking for something to brighten up your garage without looking too domesticated, this is the place to be. So get your ass up from the computer screen and warm up your engines.

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