1966 600  |
 |  |  |  |  |
 |  |  |  |  |
 |  |  |  |  |
 |  |  |
1965 Mercedes-Benz 600 news, pictures, and information | ||
| Tweet | ||
 |  |  | Pullman Sedan |
The 600 was available in a number of possible coachwork choices, and numerous options, resulting in each being essentially a custom built car. There were two wheelbase options, a four-door and six-door variant and numerous seating arrangements to select from.
In September of 1965, a four-door Pullman landaulet (partial convertible) was built for Pope Paul VI. It has an individual seat on a raised platform allowing for a flat floor, a raised roof, and extended rear doors. This vehicle was used by the Vatican for two decades and served three popes, returning home to the Mercedes-Benz Museum in 1985.
 |  |  | SWB Limousine |
The mission to create this ultimate statement of automotive style and engineering began on June 4th of 1955 when Dr. Fritz Nallinger, Rudolf Uhlenhaut, Joseph Muller and Karl Wilfert were given an unlimited budget and free rein to create the best vehicle that could be built. The timeless styling was done by Paul Bracq and Bruno Sacco.
Every single part of the 600 was newly designed and built. A new 6.3 liter V-8 engine supplied the power. Everything was operated by a hydraulic system including the windows, seats, door locks, trunk lid, sunroof, disc brakes and the doors.
There were several variants available; a standard wheelbase 4 door sedan, a long wheelbase 4 or 6 door Pullman, and a Landaulet which had a convertible top for the rear passengers.
The prestigious 600 remained in production from 1963 to 1981 with a total of 2677 vehicles produced. There were 2169 SWB Limousines, 428 Pullmans and 59 Landaulets. This car has had only two owners and only 28,100 miles of careful use.
A representation of the absolute pinnacle of automobile engineering the Mercedes- Benz 600 was introduced in 1963. The 600 has been owned by such famous people as Elvis Presley, John Lennon, Jason Kay, Hugh Hefner, Elizabeth Taylor and Aristotle Onassis.
Produced until 1980, the Mercedes has never had a equal until the Mayback 57 and 62 models were introduced. In extremely limited numbers, the 600's M-100 engine and air suspension were fitted to the 300SEL 6.3 model in 1966. This resulted in a lighter and more affordable vehicle that was now available with more competent suspension.
A larger version of the M-100 was installed following the introduction of the 'W116'.
Designed by Dr. Uhlenhaut, only two coupes were created, one of them was given as a gift to him on his retirement.
A vehicle that was incredibly heavy, a massive 6.3L V8 engine that came with specially developed overhead camshafts and Bosch mechanical fuel injection to move the vehicle.
The vehicle was a smooth ride with good handling that came with adjustable air suspension that improved the vehicles agility.
In 1965, production began after following two years of remodeling the 1963 model.
A large luxury automobile, it featured many prestigious features including a complex hydraulic system that powered everything from seats, windows and automatic closing doors.
The vehicle was extremely smooth with exceptional handling over any and all road surfaces, due to the adjustable air suspension.
Available in several variants, the Mercedes-Benz 600 was came in either a 4-door sedan on a short wheelbase (similar to a modern S600 sedan) or a 4-door sedan with a power window that separated the front seats from the rear bench seat.
It also was available in a 4-door limousine on a longer wheelbase that featured two rear-facing seats and a rear bench seat, or a 6-door limousine on a long wheelbase chassis. The 6-door limousine came with two forward facing jump seats that were stationed at the middle two doors and rear bench seat.
Several limousines called landaulets, came with a convertible top over the rear passenger compartment. Landaulets were taken on the market in 1971.
A total of 2,677 vehicles were produced by 1981 when product was discontinued.By Jessica Donaldson
For more information and related vehicles, click hereProduced until 1980, the Mercedes has never had a equal until the Mayback 57 and 62 models were introduced. In extremely limited numbers, the 600's M-100 engine and air suspension were fitted to the 300SEL 6.3 model in 1966. This resulted in a lighter and more affordable vehicle that was now available with more competent suspension.
A larger version of the M-100 was installed following the introduction of the 'W116'.
Designed by Dr. Uhlenhaut, only two coupes were created, one of them was given as a gift to him on his retirement.
A vehicle that was incredibly heavy, a massive 6.3L V8 engine that came with specially developed overhead camshafts and Bosch mechanical fuel injection to move the vehicle.
The vehicle was a smooth ride with good handling that came with adjustable air suspension that improved the vehicles agility.
In 1965, production began after following two years of remodeling the 1963 model.
A large luxury automobile, it featured many prestigious features including a complex hydraulic system that powered everything from seats, windows and automatic closing doors.
The vehicle was extremely smooth with exceptional handling over any and all road surfaces, due to the adjustable air suspension.
Available in several variants, the Mercedes-Benz 600 was came in either a 4-door sedan on a short wheelbase (similar to a modern S600 sedan) or a 4-door sedan with a power window that separated the front seats from the rear bench seat.
It also was available in a 4-door limousine on a longer wheelbase that featured two rear-facing seats and a rear bench seat, or a 6-door limousine on a long wheelbase chassis. The 6-door limousine came with two forward facing jump seats that were stationed at the middle two doors and rear bench seat.
Several limousines called landaulets, came with a convertible top over the rear passenger compartment. Landaulets were taken on the market in 1971.
A total of 2,677 vehicles were produced by 1981 when product was discontinued.By Jessica Donaldson
| Mercedes-Benz Classic: Topics for 2013 | |
 | The main topics: • The tradition of the Mercedes-Benz S-Class • Mercedes-Benz Silver Arrows in the 1930s • Originals – authentic vehicles tell authentic stories • Classic vehicles kept in perfect condition with Mercedes-Benz Genuine Parts Important anniversaries: January 75 years ago – on 28 January 1938: With a flying start, Rudolf Caracciola achieved a speed of 432.7 km/h over one kilometre on the Frankfurt–Darmstadt motorway. This is the highest speed ever ach...[Read more...] |
| 1955 Tourist Trophy: One Last Victory | |
 | The tragedy at Le Mans on the 11th of June, 1955 would dramatically affect motor racing. For one of the manufacturers involved, Mercedes-Benz, it would be a confirmation of what it had already come to believe. Toward the end of the 1955 season it was known Mercedes-Benz would withdraw from all motor racing having achieved just about everything possible in Formula One and sportscars. However, on the 18th of September, there would be one last race in which the mighty Silver Arrows would be gunning...[Read more...] |
| 1955 24 Hours of Le Mans: A Tragic Vision | |
 | In the fog of war, the potential for friendly fire increases dramatically. And in such horrible moments a truly tragic scene develops that is every bit as terrible as the act of friendly troops being cut down by their own. Often a time of blame and finger-pointing, instead of honesty and commitment to stand together, is the immediate result. Unfortunately, such a scene would be about to unfold on the 11th of June, 1955. However, amidst the chaos and the tragedy, one man would see his way forward...[Read more...] |
| Mercedes-Benz Classic at the 2012 Grossglockner Grand Prix | |
 | • Revival of the mountain race from the 1930s • Mercedes-Benz SSK and W 125 at the start • 92 bends, 14 hairpins, 15 kilometres and a 1300-metre altitude difference The Grossglockner mountain race was one of the most prestigious motor sports events of the 1930s. This year it will be revived with the 2012 Grossglockner Grand Prix to be held from 20 to 22 September 2012 and Mercedes-Benz will be there with some famous cars. In 1938, the brand took part for the first time. As a classic c...[Read more...] |
| Faces of the future: the concept cars at the Concorso d'Eleganza Villa d'Este 2012 | |
 | The participants in this year's Concept Cars & Prototypes competition have been announced at the Concorso d'Eleganza Villa d'Este press conference in Milan. 'We're delighted to see a steady rise in the number of entrants for the Concept Cars & Prototypes concours,' said Karl Baumer, President of the Concorso d'Eleganza Villa d'Este and Director of BMW Group Classic. 'The contrast between the historical façade of the Grand Hotel Villa d'Este and the automotive design of the future holds a very sp...[Read more...] |
 1965
Mercedes-Benz
models |
| Mercedes-Benz 220 Series |
| Mercedes-Benz 230 SL |
| Mercedes-Benz 300SE |
| Similar Automakers | |
| Audi | BMW |
| Infiniti | Jaguar |
| Land Rover | Lexus |
| Similarly Sized Vehicles from 1965 |
| Chrysler 300L |
| Chrysler New Yorker |
| Dodge Polara |
| Jaguar Mark X |
| Mercury Cyclone |
| Pontiac Bonneville |
| Pontiac Catalina |
| Mercedes-Benz: 1961-1970 |
| Similar Automakers |
| Other models by Mercedes-Benz |
| Manufacturer Website |
| Related Articles and Event Coverage |
| Glenmoor Gathering of Significant Automobiles |
| Concours d'Elegance of America at St. John's |
| Amelia Island Concours d'Elegance |
| ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| 1966 600 |
