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9 Amazing Cars From The Mercedes-benz Museum In Stuttgart, Germany by AutoJoshNG: 5:07pm On Jun 19, 2017
1955 Mercedes-Benz Rennwagen-Schnelltransporter



Looking at historical race photos, it’s apparent that vintage race transport trucks were almost cooler than the race cars they carried. Ferrari and Scarab used hollowed-out, bus-style trucks, while ‘60s drag racers were using rigs with inclined ramps to shuttle their Mustangs and Camaros.

Meanwhile, Mercedes-Benz did it in style. During the ‘50s, Merc’s racing team designed this fabulously chic 300-based flat-bed transporter for its various race cars. It was powered by a 3.0-liter inline-six that pushed out around 200 hp. This, combined with a relatively slippery profile, allowed the Schnelltransporter to cruise on the Autobahn at 106 mph.

The original was lost to history, so this is a perfect replica, with a period-correct SLR in tow.

1928 Mercedes-Benz 27/170 Typ SSK



The name’s quite the mouthful, but you probably know this handsome open-wheeler as simply the SSK. Perhaps no other pre-war sporting, road-going Merc represents the marquee’s relentless efforts toward motorsports and sports prowess as the SSK.

It cuts a dramatic figure, with its skinny fuselage and characteristic angled front grille. This was developed specifically for hillclimb dominance, especially with its 220-hp, supercharged inline-six.

1980 Mercedes-Benz 230 G “Papamobil”



Before Pope Francis’ moves toward austerity and his eschewing of past Pope’s lavish lifestyles, the Popemobiles were luxurious affairs. And, in the case of this Geländewagen, also interesting to look at.

Somehow, we have trouble picturing any pope ensconced above the aggressive mug of the G-Wagen. This was specially built for Pope John Paul II for his visit to Germany, and was revised in 1981 to incorporate projectile protection.

We have to admit – it’s quite prescient to see gold adornment on an early G-Wagen, especially considering the truck’s current baller status.

1955 Mercedes-Benz SLR Uhlenhaut Coupe



It doesn’t get better than this, as far as vintage Mercedes go. Think of the Uhlenhaut coupe as a blend of the 300SL “Gullwing” coupe and the dominant 300 SLR roadster race car. After development stalled on a race SLR coupe, Mercedes Motorsports head Rudolf Uhlenhaut requisitioned one of the test mules for personal use.

What resulted was a long, lithe gullwing coupe packing the chassis and mechanical bits from the SLR race car. This included the 3.0-liter inline-eight engine putting down 310 hp. In an era where most cars struggled to go much faster than 100 mph, the Uhlenhaut coupe was brutally fast, capable of blitzing 180 mph.

1938 Mercedes-Benz L6500 Pritschenwagen



Let’s slow it down for this Benz. Surrounded by glossy S-Class’, shouty AMGs, and the automaker’s current dominance in Formula 1, it’s easy to forget a large portion of the brand’s success comes from its industrial endeavors.

Here’s an example of what mobilized much of industrial Europe during the pre-war era. This cargo truck was used by all manner of business for hauling, and was capable of managing up to 20,000 pounds of payload in some double-axle models.

This L6500 packs a whopping 12.5-liter six-cylinder diesel engine, hanging out in front of the forward axle. With this powertrain, this was capable of transporting up to 14,000 pounds of payload.

1980 Mercedes-Benz 500 SLC Rallyewagen



Despite a robust platform, Mercedes’ didn’t take the R107 SL racing very often. This is one of the rare moments of SLC competition in the form of a long-distance rally car.

This particular 500 SLC crushed 3,315 miles in the African Bandama Rally down the Ivory Coast. After a 1-2 finish, Mercedes ceased its rallying efforts.

1909 Benz 200 HP “Blitzen-Benz”



It’s hard to believe that at one point in history, 200 hp was seen as a monumental amount of power. With a massive 13.1-liter four-cylinder pushing out 200 hp, this white behemoth became the first European car to reach the 125 mph mark, going on to hit 142 mph on Daytona Beach in 1911.

1939 Mercedes-Benz T80



Oh, what could have been. This voluptuous silver missile is the mighty T80, a stillborn land speed record car developed by Ferdinand Porsche for Mercedes-Benz.

The effort was officially sanctioned by Adolf Hitler himself, who envisioned the T80 as an example of German dominance. Racer Hans Stuck was to drive the car on the record setting attempt, initially predicted at 342 mph. Eventually, the predicted speed cap was raised to 373 mph, and then to a breathtaking 470 mph record.

The record vehicle was powered by a monstrous 44.5-liter (you read that correctly) Daimler-Benz DB603 V-12 lifted from Daimler’s aeronautics division. The V-12 was strangely inverted, returning a stunning 3,000 hp.

World War II broke out as the project was nearing completion, and the T80 was stuffed in an Austrian garage. After the war, it was brought to the Mercedes-Benz museum, where it remains on permanent display. Mercedes could conceivably resurrect the car, but bringing a Nazi-sanctioned speed project to life is likely low on the automaker’s priority list.

Stirling Moss’ 1955 Mercedes-Benz 300 SLR



Let’s end this list with the big one. This silver roadster has long been considered one of the most valuable and significant race cars in existence, thanks to Sir Stirling Moss’ record-setting win of the 1955 Mille Miglia.

With an average speed of 97.96 mph over 990 miles, Moss claimed a stunning victory that will never be beaten, thanks to the discontinuation of the race in full capacity.

See that “722” painted on the front of the car? That represents the time of the start, 7:22 A.M.

As a bonus, if you peek behind the SLR, you can see the 300SL that won the 1952 Carrera Panamericana.

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Re: 9 Amazing Cars From The Mercedes-benz Museum In Stuttgart, Germany by Ezigboune: 5:11pm On Jun 19, 2017
Nice
Re: 9 Amazing Cars From The Mercedes-benz Museum In Stuttgart, Germany by princetom1(m): 5:30pm On Jun 19, 2017
Ezigboune:
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Why? angry
Re: 9 Amazing Cars From The Mercedes-benz Museum In Stuttgart, Germany by Ezigboune: 6:01pm On Jun 19, 2017
princetom1:


Why? angry

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Re: 9 Amazing Cars From The Mercedes-benz Museum In Stuttgart, Germany by lonelydora: 9:29pm On Jun 19, 2017
Nice museum. There are just two cars in the world, Mercedes and others.

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Re: 9 Amazing Cars From The Mercedes-benz Museum In Stuttgart, Germany by nony43(m): 7:04am On Jun 20, 2017
These looks like pimped old cars

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Re: 9 Amazing Cars From The Mercedes-benz Museum In Stuttgart, Germany by GeoOla25(m): 7:05am On Jun 20, 2017
issokai
Re: 9 Amazing Cars From The Mercedes-benz Museum In Stuttgart, Germany by Techpaded(f): 7:05am On Jun 20, 2017
beautiful
Re: 9 Amazing Cars From The Mercedes-benz Museum In Stuttgart, Germany by Nollynude: 7:08am On Jun 20, 2017
When they run out of designs, they would go back to recreate these same designs

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Re: 9 Amazing Cars From The Mercedes-benz Museum In Stuttgart, Germany by Olukologia(m): 7:08am On Jun 20, 2017
Most of this cars can't be used in most part of Nigeria. Innoson biko make your own in naija way.
Re: 9 Amazing Cars From The Mercedes-benz Museum In Stuttgart, Germany by EmeNation(m): 7:09am On Jun 20, 2017
Lovely cars

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Re: 9 Amazing Cars From The Mercedes-benz Museum In Stuttgart, Germany by MANNABBQGRILLS: 7:10am On Jun 20, 2017
Mercedes Benz, in a class of its own!

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Re: 9 Amazing Cars From The Mercedes-benz Museum In Stuttgart, Germany by Williamso(m): 7:10am On Jun 20, 2017
I came here looking for the the Stirling Moss!!! What a beauty, a legend

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Re: 9 Amazing Cars From The Mercedes-benz Museum In Stuttgart, Germany by thesolutions(m): 7:11am On Jun 20, 2017
Dead body cars
Re: 9 Amazing Cars From The Mercedes-benz Museum In Stuttgart, Germany by Lanceslot(m): 7:12am On Jun 20, 2017
Nice piece of birds.
Re: 9 Amazing Cars From The Mercedes-benz Museum In Stuttgart, Germany by jomoh: 7:13am On Jun 20, 2017
You mean there is no Bedford there.





How can you list classic Benz cars without Bedford.


Yoruba call it "Boole k'aja".

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Re: 9 Amazing Cars From The Mercedes-benz Museum In Stuttgart, Germany by greatface(m): 7:13am On Jun 20, 2017
MY DREAM CAR IS MERCEDES.
I MUST OWN ONE SOMEDAY.

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Re: 9 Amazing Cars From The Mercedes-benz Museum In Stuttgart, Germany by talk2emma: 7:18am On Jun 20, 2017
Ok

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Re: 9 Amazing Cars From The Mercedes-benz Museum In Stuttgart, Germany by donjosh47: 7:19am On Jun 20, 2017
This are the set of cars Dino Melaye love to buy
The cars are dope anyway, but i still prefer my rugged ijapa than this s++ts
Re: 9 Amazing Cars From The Mercedes-benz Museum In Stuttgart, Germany by Victornezzar: 7:20am On Jun 20, 2017
Autojosh
I can see ur a good lover of benz
well it has class I see
Re: 9 Amazing Cars From The Mercedes-benz Museum In Stuttgart, Germany by iambabaG: 7:21am On Jun 20, 2017
You can't take anything away from the class exhuded by the Mercedes Benz!
#PureClass

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Re: 9 Amazing Cars From The Mercedes-benz Museum In Stuttgart, Germany by talk2rotman(m): 7:21am On Jun 20, 2017
hmmmm.....dats nice
Re: 9 Amazing Cars From The Mercedes-benz Museum In Stuttgart, Germany by Fessy09(m): 7:23am On Jun 20, 2017
the second to the last pics looks pretty much like some alien design shaaa undecided
Re: 9 Amazing Cars From The Mercedes-benz Museum In Stuttgart, Germany by ElectronicsGuy(m): 7:24am On Jun 20, 2017
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Re: 9 Amazing Cars From The Mercedes-benz Museum In Stuttgart, Germany by LoveJesus87(m): 7:37am On Jun 20, 2017
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Re: 9 Amazing Cars From The Mercedes-benz Museum In Stuttgart, Germany by djlawex02(m): 7:40am On Jun 20, 2017
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Re: 9 Amazing Cars From The Mercedes-benz Museum In Stuttgart, Germany by Horbah1(m): 7:43am On Jun 20, 2017

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Re: 9 Amazing Cars From The Mercedes-benz Museum In Stuttgart, Germany by FRANKOSKI(m): 8:02am On Jun 20, 2017
Neatly crafted thangs.

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Re: 9 Amazing Cars From The Mercedes-benz Museum In Stuttgart, Germany by Jaynom(m): 8:21am On Jun 20, 2017
lonelydora:
Nice museum. There are just two cars in the world, Mercedes and others.

Na lie. Mercedes and BMW
(1)BMW owns the Rolls Royce* brand
(2) Mercedes owns the Maybach*.
Both are Beasts!

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Re: 9 Amazing Cars From The Mercedes-benz Museum In Stuttgart, Germany by TheShopKeeper(m): 8:34am On Jun 20, 2017
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Re: 9 Amazing Cars From The Mercedes-benz Museum In Stuttgart, Germany by joenor(m): 8:54am On Jun 20, 2017
These car are so lovely, I love the white one with bicycle chain in it.

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