“Pretty Woman” Singer Roy Orbison Mercedes-Benz 600 Going to Auction
The long-wheelbase model of the Mercedes-Benz 600 may be infamous for being an “evil driver’s car” or for being tied up with dictators, but its standard four-door version that will be hitting the auction block in Newtown, Pennsylvania, is considered to be a darling. That’s because the car was originally owned by the late Roy Orbison. For the Millennials who are not familiar with Orbison, he was known for his hit songs that include “Oh, Pretty Woman” or simply “Pretty Woman”. According to the seller, the 1972 Mercedes-Benz 600 SWB Limousine nicknamed “Only the Lonely” was made especially for Orbison in 1971. He used the car sparingly until his death… Continue Reading »