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The book titles below contain illustrated copies of original reviews, road tests, reports, vehicle specifications, data and test details of different Mercedes models exactly as they appeared in the major motoring publications during the latter half of the 20th Century and are a 'must-have' for all serious Mercedes enthusiasts.

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Mercedes AMG Gold Portfolio 1983-1999

BX110
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A total of 160 pages, with 48 in full colour. Softbound.

This small company offered vast performance improvements for Mercedes-Benz enthusiasts. Included are new car intros, road & comparison tests and so much more. Models covered: 190 & E, 280, 300 CE & TE, 500 SE, SEL, SEC & SL, 560 SEC & E, AMG Hammer, SL60, C180, C36, C43, C55, E36, E50, E55, E60, S55 & CLK-GTR.

Mercedes AMG Ultimate Portfolio 2000-2006

BX111
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A total of 200 pages in full colour. Softbound.

For M-B owners who want motoring excitement, an AMG version is the way to go. Included are road & comparison tests & buying guide. Models covered: C30, 32 & 55, CLK430, 55, TDM & GTR, CL55 & 65, CLS55, E55, G55, ML55, S55 & 65, SL55 & 65, SLK32 & 55 & SLR McLaren. SB.

Mercedes 190 & 300SL 1954-1963

BX112
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100 pages, 200 illustrations. Softbound.

Mercedes introduced the 190 in 1954 with pexiglass screen and lightweight doors. the Gullwing was born in 1952 as a pure sports/racing car. This is a book of contemporary road tests, technical data, racing & restoration.

Mercedes 230 250 280SL Gold Portfolio 1963-1971

BX113
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172 pages, 450 illustrations. Softbound.

The 230SL made its debut at the Geneva Show in 1963, a little over three years later it gave way to the 250SL, this was followed swiftly by the 280SL in 1967. This is a book road & comparison tests, new model intros, driver's impressions & buying second hand.

Mercedes-Benz SLs & SLCs Ultimate Portfolio 1971-1989

BX114
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208 pages. 36 in colour. Softbound.

This book covers Mercedes's highly popular & collectible SL series of sportscars. 52 articles from the leading publications of the day covering road & comparison tests, owners survey, model intros & buying guide. Models Covered: 350SL & SLC, 380SL & SLC, 450SL & SLC, 500SL, AMG & 560SL.

Mercedes SLs Performance Portfolio 1989-1994

BX115
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140 pages, 400 illustrations. Softbound.

This car embodied the Mercedes trademarks of timeless good looks first-rate build quality & high performance. This is a book of contemporary road & comparison tests, new model intros, racing & driver's reports. Models covered: 300SL, 500SL, 600SL, 300SL-24 & AMG SL60. 140 pages, 400 illus. SB.

Mercedes-Benz S Class & 600 Limited Edition Extra 1965-1972

BX116
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Over 200 illustrations. Softbound.

This is the story of the M-B S class models introduced in 1965 & the prestigious 600 limousines. Types reported on are the W108 & LWB W109. Included are road & comparison tests & detailed buyers guides. Models covered: 250S & SE, 280S, SE, SEL, 2.8, 3.5, 4.5, 300SE & SEL, 2.8, 3.5, 6.3, 600 & Pullman. 136 pages.

Mercedes S Class 1972-1979

BX117
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100 pages, 200 illustrations. Softbound.

This book tells the story of the large saloons on the 70's. 25 contemporary articles covering road tests, new model reports, specs, driving impressions, used car & comparison tests, buying secondhand & owners survey.

Mercedes S-Class Limited Edition Extra 1980-1991

BX118
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136 pages, 350 illustrations. Softbound.

The new range of S-Class cars W126 was launched in 1979. This is a book of contemporary road & comparison tests, new model intros, driver's reports, buying second hand, long term tests & touring. Models covered: 280, 300, 380, 420, 500, 560, SD, SE, SEL, SEC, AMG & Koenig.

Mercedes-Benz G-Wagen Gold Portfolio 1981-2005

BX119
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160 pages with 32 pages in colour. Over 100 illustrations. Softbound.

This portfolio covers one of the toughest & most capable off-road vehicles of the modern era. Included are road, off-road & comparison tests, history & buying second hand. Models covered: 230, 270, 280, 290, 300, 320, 500, G 55 AMG 5.5 litre V8 in the short & long wheelbase. 160 pages with 32 pages in colour.

Mercedes 190 Limited Edition Extra 1983-1993

BX120
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140 pages, 400 illustrations. Softbound.

This is a book of contemporary road & comparison tests, new model intros, driver's reports & long term reports. Models covered: E, E2.3, D2.0, E2.3 16v, D2.5, 2.6, E2.6, E2.5 16v, AMG 3.2, E3.2, E1.8 Auto, E1.8 & E2.0 AT.

Mercedes CLK & SLK Limited Edition

BX121
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92 pages, 200 illustrations. Softbound.

The SLK was based on a chopped C-class platform designed to include the Vario retractable steel roof. This is a book of contemporary road & comparison tests, travel & new model intros. Models covered: SLK 200, CLK 230, CLK 320, SLK 230, CLK 430, SLK 320 & CLK 55 AMG.