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300SL Mercedes-Benz Roadster Auction

2008-12-02T13:47:00.001-05:00

Offered by John Olson, Inc., a 1957 300SL Ro (Mercedes-Benz Roadster) is being auctioned by telephone bid sale. Additional information is available to qualified buyers.

Below please find a video with additional details:

Telephone Bid Sale Details - How it works (click here).

One of the world's most desirable and ageless Classics. This example began life in Austria, was raced in California during the 1960s, and graduated to accumulating show trophies and rally participation with its present owner of 36 years. John Olson personally guarantees all bids are real. Meet the owner and inspect the car just as any private sale. Car is located near Denver, Colorado. Call us at 804-915-7379 or via email here.

Credits: Video production by AIM Custom Media.

2009 Mercedes Benz AMG C63

2008-12-02T13:17:00.001-05:00

There are several articles on the 2009 Mercedes-Benz AMG C63. You can find additional information at AMG Mercedes-Benz websites and general auto enthusiast websites such as the following:

AMG Market | Mercedes-Benz Enthusiasts

Automotive Corner: 2009 Mercedes Benz AMG C63

Mercedes-Benz VIN Information

2008-10-10T15:15:00.001-05:00

AMG Market has published an article describing the Mercedes-Benz Vehicle Identification Number system (VIN). You can read the full article here.

Also published is a gallery of Mercedes-Benz AMG Hammer photos for those interested.

SL Mercedes-Benz News

2008-01-23T15:33:00.000-05:00

John Olson recently launched the SL Market Mercedes-Benz SL News site. John is the publisher and author of the book, The SL Experience - Five Decades of the Mercedes-Benz SL . He also publishes the SL Market Letter that was founded in 1982. The SL Market Letter is a premier publication for aficionados of Mercedes' most collectible cars - the Mercedes-Benz SL.

You can find sample articles and news features on this site; several were originally published in his SL Market Letter (subscription based newsletter).

About
The SL Market is a comprehensive resource for information pertaining to the Mercedes-Benz SL. We provide newsletters, special reports, products, and services to the Mercedes-Benz enthusiast. In our publications you will find concise summaries of Mercedes-Benz information not easily found elsewhere. Visit SL Market News

AMG Market , Mercedes-Benz Enthusiasts

2007-11-26T07:36:00.000-05:00

Please note we have a dedicated website for the AMG Mercedes-Benz enthusiast. It includes AMG articles, Mercedes-Benz links, AMG price trends, the history of AMG and related content.
AMG Market Mercedes-Benz

Auto Brake and Clutch Repair Preventing Asbestos Exposure

2007-02-02T06:17:00.000-05:00

Current Best Practices for Preventing Asbestos Exposure Among Brake and Clutch Repair Workers:

Why should mechanics be concerned about asbestos exposure?
How do you know if you have asbestos brake or clutch components?
As a home or DIY mechanic, what can you do to protect yourself from asbestos exposure?

This links takes you to an article that helps automotive technicians and home mechanics who repair and replace brakes and clutches understand and avoid asbestos exposure.

Rare 1953 Mercedes-Benz 300 Convertible D - For Sale

2007-01-05T15:59:00.000-05:00

A rare 1953 Mercedes-Benz 300 Convertible D is being auctioned by MBSeek. Our friend John Olson runs MBSeek, which is a unique and fair auction system that serves sellers and buyers of fine automobiles.



Here's a caption on the MBSeek website, "The remarkable 1953 300b four-door Convertible D is guaranteed to impress…not because it will win the next "Best of Show" award but because it is so evenly excellent, mechanically as well as cosmetically."
Mid-December we shared a pic of another impressive Mercedes 300 we enjoyed viewing while in Vegas and subsequently in Phoenix (two back-to-back MBCA car club events). Dr. Phil Lufty won "Best of Show" for the concours with his Mercedes 300. It is a fine automobile.

How MBSeek Works
You can submit a written bid by completing a form provided by MBSeek. Written bids are accepted for approximately 30 days. Authenticity of all bids are guaranteed by John R. Olson, Inc. After the bidders are verified the highest three or four bidders are invited to participate in a telephone conference call. The bidders are identified, introduced and the action begins.

Added benefits of the MBSeek auction include:

Serious shoppers can talk (in most cases) with the current owner and view key historical records;
John R. Olson, Inc., prepares a detailed "Condition Report" of strengths and weaknesses for the vehicle;
Personal inspections (or sending your mechanic) can be conducted prior to placing a bid; and
Cars can be driven (weather and condition permitting) by appointment and throughly inspected at a service facility.

For more information concerning the 1953 Mercedes-Benz 300 for sale, visit the MBSeek website or contact John Olson at 612-377-0155, email: JohnOlson@MBseek.com

Mercedes-Benz FREE Music - Mixed Tape 14 Available

2006-10-13T08:39:00.000-05:00

15 FREE MP3's from Mercedes-Benz

VIRGINIA, Oct. 12 - eoecho.com | PR News - As an ongoing marketing promotion, Mercedes-Benz USA (MBUSA) released Mixed Tapes 14; an hour's worth of free music. Fifteen new MP3 files are available for free download until the next release, which is slated for December. You can listen to all songs online then select the songs you like or MORE HERE.

Via the Internet, you can also listen to hundreds of radio stations, iTunes, or songs from social networks such as MySpace, YouTube...the list is endless. Why listen to only local radio stations or pay for satelite radio when there is a huge selection of music available online for FREE!

Mercedes-Benz Performance Studio Supports AMG Enthusiasts

2006-09-05T08:05:00.000-05:00

Have it your way. When AMG's high-performance modifications just aren't enough for you, now you can request special equipment and additional components directly from Stuttgart.

Mercedes-Benz’s AMG division is creating a Performance Studio to support enthusiast models. An interview with Volk Mornhinweb, CEO of AMG, conducted by Alistair Weaver (Edmunds' Inside Line) and a news report from Automotive News both confirm AMG's future direction.Mornhinweb told Automotive News,

“We are receiving ever more requests for more dynamic models, special equipment features and specific components. The Performance Studio makes it possible for us to meet these requests in particular models. We plan to transfer technologies, from cars like the FIA safety car and the medical car used in F1 from the racetrack, into these high-end models.”

AMG’s new Performance Studio is divided into three tiers: Signature Series, Black Series, and the standard Edition line. Although not currently available in the United States, the first Signature Series auto is the CLK DTM.

AMG is developing a successor to CLK DTM planned for launch within the next two years that will meet U.S. regulations.

The Black Series: the first car to be developed in this series is the SLK55 Black Series. According to Volk Mornhinweb, each year AMG will produce a hundred Black Series cars.

The Edition line is based on standard AMG production models and will concentrate on appearance enhancements.

Provided by: AMG Mercedes-Benz | Enthusiasts

2006-08-21T14:29:00.000-05:00

What Do Those Letters & Numbers Mean?
By David Bloom

An Auto VIN Decoder breaks down the unique alphanumeric sequence known as a Vehicle Identification Number, which is a car’s fingerprint. Each and every automobile on the road has its own 17-character VIN, and it is this identification number that is used to generate a Vehicle History Report, also known as a VIN check.

The VIN check taps into millions of DMV records and reveals all of the available history for a particular vehicle, including any hidden problems, odometer readings, ownership transfers and more. It is an absolute must for used car buyers, as it tells you everything you need to know about the vehicle.

The Auto VIN Decoder can help you understand what these letters and numbers mean, which is the first step towards ensuring that a vehicle you are considering is right for you.

Let’s break down the Vehicle Identification Number, starting with the first character. (Please note the letter “I” as in indigo, the letter “O” as in orange, and the letter “Q” as in queen are NOT found in any VIN Numbers.)

(We will use the following VIN as an example: 2FTRX18W1XCA01212)

The first character represents the country of manufacture, and can be a letter or a number, each signifying a different country. The most common ones are as follows:

(1 = USA, 2 = Canada, 3 = Mexico, J = Japan, K = Korea, W = Germany, Y = Finland, Sweden)

So using the Auto VIN Decoder in the above example, this particular car was made in Canada.

The second/third characters represent the manufacturer, also known as the make. The most common are:

(A = Alfa Romeo, B = Dodge, C = Chrysler, D = Daihatsu, E = Eagle, F= Ford/Eagle, G = All General Motors vehicles (Buick, Cadillac, Chevrolet, Oldsmobile, Pontiac, Saturn) H = Honda/Acura, J= Jeep, L = Lincoln, M = Mitsubishi, N = Nissan/Infiniti, P = Plymouth, S = Subaru, T = Toyota/Lexus, V = Volkswagen)

So using the Auto VIN Decoder in the above example, this car is a Ford or an Eagle..since Eagle is no longer made, it is most likely a Ford.

Other popular makes use a 3-character initial sequence:

(TRU/WAU = Audi, 4US/WBA/WBS = BMW, 2HM/KMH = Hyundai, SAJ = Jaguar, SAL = Land Rover, 1YV/JM1 = Mazda, WDB = Mercedes-Benz, VF3 = Peugeot, WP0 = Porsche, YK1/YS3 = Saab, YV1=Volvo)

The fourth character is the type of restraint system.

In the above example, “R” represents hydraulic breaks using the VIN Decoder.

The fifth, sixth & seventh characters are the vehicle line, series and body style. This will obviously be different across makes and models.

In the above example, characters 5, 6 & 7 are X18: X18 is a Ford F150 Pickup 4WD Super Cab

The eighth character is the engine type.

With the Auto VIN Decoder, W represents a 4.6 liter V-8 engine.

The tenth character represents the year of the car. Pay close attention to this one:

B = 1981 F = 1985 K = 1989 P = 1993 V = 1997 1 = 2001
C = 1982 G = 1986 L = 1990 R = 1994 W = 1998 2 = 2002
D = 1983 H = 1987 M = 1991 S = 1995 X = 1999 3 = 2003
E = 1984 J = 1988 N = 1992 T = 1996 Y = 2000 4 = 2004

For the most recent used model year, 5 = 2005

In the above example, the “X” indicates that this car was made in 1999.

The eleventh character indicates the assembly plant.

In the above example, the C indicates Ontario, Canada

Characters 12-17 represent the vehicle’s unique fingerprint. It is these six digits which make every single vehicle in the world different.

So using the Auto VIN Decoder one last time, the Vehicle Identification Number: 2FTRX18W1XCA01212 represents a 1999 Ford F150 Pickup 4WD Super Cab manufactured in Ontario, Canada with hydraulic brakes and a 4.6-liter V-8 engine.

So there you have it, the Auto VIN Decoder. If you are in the market for a used vehicle, use this decoder to make sure that it is indeed the exact model that the seller is claiming it is. Once you have verified the Vehicle Identification Number is accurate, you can proceed with your VIN check and learn everything you need to know about that particular car.

David Bloom has been researching the automotive industry for years, and is a contributing editor for several web sites, including Car Detective Vehicle History Reports and Auto Advice Car Buying Tips. Both sites include information for new and used car buyers.

Article Source: David Bloom

The History of AMG - Mercedes-Benz

2006-08-03T11:29:00.000-05:00

Hans-Werner Aufrecht (A) and his partner Erhard Melcher (M) founded AMG in 1967, and Aufrecht’s birthplace of Grossaspach (G) supplied the third letter in the company name.

38 Years of High-Performance Mercedes-Benz Cars

From its beginnings 38 years ago as an independent racing and tuning firm for Mercedes cars, Mercedes-AMG has grown into a supplier of exclusive high-performance cars, now with some 600 employees, an extensive model range and customers around the world.

Now an integral part of the Mercedes-Benz family, Mercedes-AMG has become synonymous with factory-developed high-performance vehicles. Far more than a tuner or marketing division, Mercedes-AMG is a self-contained entity responsible for all aspects of its vehicles, from development and testing to marketing. Some aspects of vehicle production are shared with Mercedes-Benz facilities.

Hans-Werner Aufrecht (A) and his partner Erhard Melcher (M) founded AMG in 1967, and Aufrecht’s birthplace of Grossaspach (G) supplied the third letter in the company name. Both had been employees of Mercedes-Benz and officially described themselves as “engineering, design and testing specialists in the development of racing engines.” The fledgling firm initially based itself in an old mill MORE

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