Mercedes-Benz Cars: Illustrated History Books & Guides (2/2)

Mercedes-Benz 8-cylinder cars of the 1930s (vol. 1) - From the 460, 500 Nürburg to the 770 and G 4

The Mercedes-Benz 460 Nürburg was the first Mercedes production eight-cylinder car. It was quickly followed by the 500 and 500 N and finally the more modern 380 that was also available with compressor.
A different approach was taken with the mighty 770, launched in 1930. It should simply represent the best in technology, quality and comfort, money could buy at that time in Europe.
The all-terrain G4 vehicle was exclusively used by Third Reich officials and military top brass.
This 240-page book tells you their story. It walks you through the cars' development and history, and discusses most of the coachbuilders. All this is accompanied by superb color photography.

This guide is one of over 25 books and e-books about Mercedes cars, written by the author. And these are some of the topics covered:
- The 460 Nürburg W08 with its technical aspects and various body versions
- The coach-built cars from Auer to Weinberger
- The 500 Nürburg, 500 and 500 N W08 with its technical aspects and various body versions
- The coach-built cars from Baur to Voll & Ruhrbeck
- The 380S Mannheim W10, 380S W18 and 380 W22 with its technical aspects and various body versions
- The coach-built cars from Authenrieth to Langenthal
- The 770 W07 with its technical aspects and various body versions
- The coach-built cars from Auer to Zupka & Son
- The 770 W150 with its technical aspects and various body versions
- The Sodomka coach-built car
- The G 4 Geländewagen W31 with its technical aspects.

Over 270 color photos highlight many features of these superb cars with their various body designs.

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Mercedes-Benz: Die 170V und 170S - Vom 170V zum 170S Cabriolet A (1936-1955)

The Mercedes 170V (W136) was more than an automobile. Introduced in 1936, it formed the economic backbone of Daimler-Benz and ensured survival during the crisis years of the 1930s. After World War II it again became the basis of reconstruction and established the brand's reputation for exceptional durability. Its technology led to the 170S, which stood for greater comfort, elegance, and technical progress.

This book presents the complete history of the 170V and 170S models, from the first designs to rare special bodies. It covers the development of the 170V and its importance for Daimler-Benz, the wide range of versions such as military and police vehicles, post-war Va and Vb types, diesel models including the 170Da OTP, and numerous bodies by independent coachbuilders.

Detailed chapters explain technology, engines, chassis, safety, and innovations, as well as the history and variants of the 170S, including the Sb, S-V, and diesel versions. Further sections address cabriolets, a unique coupé, period brochures, coachbuilding companies with links to Auto Union/Audi, and explanations of chassis numbers and data cards.

With precise technical data and more than 160 recent color photographs, this book is an essential reference for collectors and enthusiasts and the only German-language work devoted exclusively to these models.

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Mercedes-Benz 170 V and 170 S - From the 170 V Sedan to the 170 S Cabriolet A (1936-1955)

This book deals exclusively with the Mercedes-Benz 170 series, covering all models from 1936 to 1955.

Contents:
- Development and history of the pre-war 170 V
- Military and police versions
- Development of the post-war 170 V
- The 170 Da OTP Development of the 170 S
- The 170 S Cabriolets and an ultra-rare Coupe
- The coachbuilders
- The very first C-class in the form of a small 170
- W136 chassis number and data card explained
- Technical specifications and production data.

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Mercedes Benz Type G4 (W31): The Ultimate Study

This book contains an in-depth study including some 340 photographs - most of them published for the first time - of the all-road Mercedes Benz G4: the magnificent automobile clearly associated with Adolf Hitler who favored it before and during WWII for travelling and parades.

Only four out of a limited series of 57 units have survived till today. But only one of these is in fully original condition: the G4-540 presented by Hitler to General Franco. This car is thoroughly documented here in an outstanding pictorial report.

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Supercharged Mercedes in Detail - 1923-1942

This book explores the history of Mercedes-Benz's supercharged sports and luxury cars from the 1920s to the early 1940s. It covers the powerful 7-litre S, SS, SSK, and SSKL models of the 1920s, designed mainly by Ferdinand Porsche, as well as the refined eight-cylinder 380K, 500K, and 540K models of the 1930s. The study also includes earlier models from 1923 and concludes with the imposing 770 Grosser Mercedes.

Author James Taylor traces Mercedes-Benz's development of supercharged cars, beginning with early experiments before dedicating chapters to each model series. The S series is covered in detail, from the Model K to the SS, followed by a section on the advanced SSK and SSKL. The book examines mechanical features, factory body designs, and contributions from independent coachbuilders.
The more refined 1930s models receive similar analysis, with separate chapters on the 380K, the more powerful 500K and 540K, and both generations of the 770. Elegant factory bodies and custom designs by European and British coachbuilders are discussed.
With 170 color photographs by Simon Clay and over 200 archival images, this book presents a rare and comprehensive look at these exceptional automobiles.

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Mercedes-Benz Supercars - From 1901 to Today

That dream car of all dream cars, the Mercedes-Benz, is presented here in full glory through 285 images. What were the qualities that made them icons of all auto building?
Beginning in the pioneer days with the 35 hp model of 1901 through the top-rank sports cars of the 1920s and 1930s, the gullwing-door 300 SL and the legendary "Uhlenhaut Coupe" of the 1950s, and the C 111, with its Wankel engine, of the late 1960s, the line goes on to the present-day SLS AMG.

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While history influenced changes in construction and design, they blend smoothly into a series yet retain distinctive variations. An exciting spectrum of 18 super sports cars is featured with text that is both entertaining and informative.

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Mercedes-Benz: The 1950s (Volume 1) - From the 170 V Sedan to the 300 Sc Roadster

This 260-page book on the Mercedes cars of the early 1950s will give you all the facts on the 170, 220 and 300 two- and four-door series (W136, W187, W186, W188 and W189). It explains in detail chassis numbers and data cards.
This book comes with over 270 high quality photos, some 210 of them are recent non-Daimler AG color photos that highlight many interesting and unique features.

These are some of the topics covered:
- Development of the 170V W136
- The 170V, Va, Vb and diesel versions
- The 170Da OTP Development of the 170S W136
- The 170S, Sb, S-V and diesel versions
- The 170S Cabriolets
- An ultra-rare 170S Coupe
- The 170 compact, the very first C-class
- The Auto-Union/Audi connection
- Development of the 220 W187
- The 220 Cabriolets and Coupe
- Development of the 300 W186 The 300, b, c and d
- The 300 Cabriolets
- Development of the 300S W188
- The 300S and Sc
- The coachbuilders
- Experiencing the 170, 220 and 300S
- Adenauer and his six 300 models
- Chassis number and data card explained
- Technical specifications and production history of each model.

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Mercedes-Benz: The 1950s (Volume 2) - From the Ponton and 190 SL to the 300 SL

If you want to learn more about the Mercedes-Benz cars of the late 1950s, this 290-page book is for you! It gives you all the facts about the four- and six-cylinder Ponton cars and 190 SL / 300 SL series (W120, W121, W180, W128 and W198). It explains chassis numbers and data cards in detail and comes with over 200 recent non-Daimler AG color photos which highlight many interesting and unique features.

A separate chapter covers the careers of Uhlenhaut, Wilfert and Nallinger in the company. Without these gifted managers, who have worked together during almost their entire careers, all these beautiful cars would not have been possible.

Some of the topics covered:
- Development of the 180 W120
- The 180a, b, c and diesel versions
- The 190, b and diesel versions
- The 180 South African pick-up, called "Bakkie"
- Development of the 190SL W121
- A larger engine is needed
- Road testing a 190SL Turbo in 1959
- Development of the 220a W180
- The 220a, S, SE, with their Cabriolets and Coupes
- Development of the 300SL Coupe and Roadster W198
- A unique pre-production 300SL roadster, which has miraculously survived in private hands till today
- Two famous 300SL owners
- The coachbuilders
- Racing history of the 180, 190SL, 220a and 300SL
- Chassis number and data card explained
- Technical specifications and production history of each model.

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Mercedes-Benz 770K Grosser Parade Car (Hitler's Chariots)

This book is the first ever illustrated study devoted exclusively to the famous Mercedes 770K parade car used by Hitler during most of the 1930s, and into the 1940s, both in peace and war.
Illustrated with pictures from the rich photo archives of Daimler-Benz - and the Hermann Goring, Joachim von Ribbentrop, Heinrich Hoffmann, and Eva Braun Hitler albums on deposit in the U.S. - this study depicts the 770K in fascinating images and detailed text.

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Mercedes-Benz Cars of the 1990s

As the 1990s began, competition from rivals was threatening the Mercedes-Benz marque's position at the top of the automotive tree. Through a combination of audacious diversification and sometimes less-than-successful cost-cutting, Mercedes began a turnaround that would not achieve final sucess until the middle of the following decade.

This book charts these turbulent years when the marque struggled to come to terms with a changing world. It describes the full range of Mercedes-Benz cars during the 1990s, the models carried over from the 1980s, production changes and contains full specifications.

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Mercedes-Benz G-4 Cross-Country Touring Car (Hitler's Chariots Volume 1)

This book is the first ever illustrated study on the often photographed - but never fully explained - mechanical marvel, the Mercedes-Benz G-4 cross-country touring car, the vehicle that carried Adolf Hitler across much of Europe before and during World War II.
Illustrated with pictures from the rich photo archives of Daimler-Benz, as well as from captured German albums in U.S. archives, this work depicts the G-4 in fascinating images and detailed text.

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Die großen Mercedes - Vom Adenauer zur S-Klasse

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Luxury cars have always been part of Mercedes-Benz. No other series combined luxury, comfort, and safety as much as the "Großen Mercedes." After 1945, luxury became more accessible, but the cars remained outstanding. Long before the official name "S-Class" was introduced in 1972, models such as the 188 "Adenauer Mercedes" already set their own standard, later continued by the 116 series, the first official S-Class.

Author Alexander F. Storz presents this history with many rarely seen photographs, brochures, and archival documents. The book provides a concise model history of the most famous Mercedes series and highlights its importance in automotive history.

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Polizeifahrzeuge Mercedes-Benz

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The motorization of the police in the German Empire began in the 1910s and gained momentum after the First World War. The predecessor companies of Daimler-Benz AG played a significant role in this development.
From 1926 onward, the new company continued this tradition, and Mercedes-Benz became an important supplier of police vehicles - a position it has maintained to this day.

In a volume of the Compact series, author and commercial vehicle journalist Alexander Weber traces the development of Mercedes-Benz police vehicles from 1910 to the present.

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Mercedes-Benz - Alle Autos mit dem Stern

The variety of models from the world's oldest car manufacturer is breathtaking. Eberhard Kittler and Joachim M. Köstnick provide an overview in this volume, which deals with Mercedes-Benz passenger cars from 1926 to the present day.

Sonorous model names such as "Stuttgart" and "Nürburg" recall the glorious pre-war days, as do the legendary 500 and 540 K models.
During the economic miracle, the Adenauer-Benz, "Nitribitt" 190 SL and the legendary 300 SL gullwing made the star from Stuttgart shine. And the modern era is not neglected either, with icons such as the G-model, the Kohl S-Class and the dream car SLS AMG.

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Das grosse Mercedes-Cabrio-Buch (1949-1992)

This truly great book traces the history of the Mercedes large convertibles in minute detail. Every model between 1949 and 1992 is described in detail and presented with brilliant images.
The informative work is rounded off by a detailed technical data section.

Reprint of the original edition.

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Mercedes-Benz Personenwagen (Band 1) - 1886-1980 (Typenkompass)

This reference book presents all the cars produced by Mercedes-Benz between 1926 and 1980. Also covers the history of the Benz and Daimler brands before the merger in 1926.

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Each type is presented with a photo, a historical description and a technical sheet.

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Mercedes PKW und LKW 1935-1945

At first, the Reichswehr had to use commercially available cars, as the construction of military vehicles was prohibited by the victorious powers after losing the First World War. This led to the introduction of so-called off-road cars based on existing models, the "Kübelwagen".
It was only after 1933 that military-grade cars began to be produced, such as the Mercedes-Benz 170 V, which was delivered to the troops in considerable numbers with a Kübelwagen body. This was followed by off-road three-axle Kübelwagen such as the G 1.

Trucks were of particular importance because the First World War had shown the importance of motorized supply transport. In the first few years, the Ordnance Department relied on commercially available models with few extras.
The merger of Daimler and Benz in 1926 created the basis for a completely new commercial vehicle program, including the newly introduced diesel engine, then known as the "crude oil engine." In 1928, series production of the three-axle G 3 truck began, which was fitted with a body for the signal troops in large numbers.
After 1933, truck construction experienced a rapid upswing, with Daimler-Benz holding the market leadership. Special military off-road vehicles were now also developed.

Experience the details in vivid texts and historical photos, which contribute greatly to understanding this multifaceted chapter of the Mercedes-Benz history.

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