MERCEDES-BENZ SL 1954-2003: Gullwing to modern; the cars, the stories and the facts. Hardcover – February 12, 2025

Discover the Mercedes SL from the original Gullwiing to modern as never before.Includes the W198, W113, R107, and the R129 SL from 1954-2003. .Packed full of colour SL pictures and period B&W photography.Major Mercedes milestones are chronicled with worldwide events. Text in English.This book brings to life the inspiration, development, and idiosyncrasies of the various SL models as pre-production secrets are revealed. Original specification cars and face lift models are explored as Mercedes craftsmanship blends with pioneering innovation. With striking photos of all the cars from the 1955 Uhlenhaut prototype Gullwing, to the Special Edition R129 SL, it doesn’t disappoint. In part two, follow the exciting journeys of six Mercedes SL owners as they find themselves in unique conundrums. From New York to London and beyond, their stories will captivate your imagination in compelling tales of action and nostalgia created specifically for the SL enthusiast.As a comprehensive guide to the Mercedes SL and its place in history, this book includes the people behind the name; Karl Benz, inventor of the automobile, Rudolph Uhlenhaut, father of the Sports Leicht, and Bruno Sacco. Racing legend Stirling Moss and famous celebrity owners feature as the Mercedes SL becomes a modern-day icon.Essential details and little-known facts will enthral both the connoisseur and those new to the marque alike. With archived factory shots, drawings, and production numbers, this volume explores the true beauty of a much-loved classic bringing decades of Mercedes knowledge into focus, and is sure to delight any SL enthusiast. Read more