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LOT 126

1971 Mercedes-Benz 600 'Grosser' Saloon Registration no. HFK 600 Chassis no. 10001222001839 Engine no. 10098022001923

Sold for £72,166.67 inc. premium
Lot 126

1971 Mercedes-Benz 600 'Grosser' Saloon

1971 Mercedes-Benz 600 'Grosser' Saloon
Registration no. HFK 600
Chassis no. 10001222001839
Engine no. 10098022001923

• The ultimate in motoring luxury in its day
• Rare right-hand drive example
• Nine former keepers

By the commencement of the 1960s, Mercedes-Benz's ever-expanding model range was lacking in only one department: a super prestige saloon to rival the Grosser Mercedes of the past. This gap was filled in September 1963 with the appearance at the Frankfurt International Motor Show of the all-new 600. Representing state-of-the-art automotive engineering in just about every department, the supremely well-equipped newcomer featured an overhead-camshaft, fuel-injected, 6.3-litre V8 engine - Mercedes' first - air suspension with variable ride control, four-speed automatic transmission, all-round disc brakes, power-assisted steering, central locking and separate air conditioning systems for front and rear compartments. Its cosseted occupants enjoyed the advantages conferred by multi-way adjustable seating powered by a sophisticated system of hydraulics that also operated the windows and assisted in opening/closing the doors and boot lid. Despite its not inconsiderable weight the 600 was endowed with highly respectable performance, reaching 60mph in a little under 10 seconds and exceeding 125mph flat out. Only 2,677 examples were made, of which 2,190 were four-door saloons, 428 were Pullman limousines and 59 were landaulettes.

Finished in silver with black leather interior, this rare right-hand drive example of Mercedes-Benz's luxury flagship was first UK-registered on 16th April 1971 and has had nine former keepers. Whether driven by the fortunate next owner or his/her chauffeur, this high-performance limousine affords the prospect of an intoxicating motoring experience rivalling that offered by many of today's most expensive luxury cars.

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