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 |  |  | Pullman Limousine Chassis Num: 10001212000512 |
| High bid of €40,000 at 2012 RM Auctions. (did not sell) | |||
The name '600' was a reflection of its engine size, and made its introduction in October of 1963 at the Paris Auto Show. Customer cars were not delivered until 12 months later. Production lasted through to 1981 with a total of 2,677 examples produced, including 323 in 1966, with just 30 being Pullmans.
The Mercedes-Benz 600 was available as a short, standard wheelbase with seating capacity of 5/6 individuals. A larger, 7/8 seater Pullamn version was also available.
The Mercedes-Benz 600 was powered by a 6.3-liter V8 engine. The vehicle's had air suspension and electro-hydraulic controls for everything from windows to boot release.
This Pullman example has had an engine overhaul that was performed in Italy. Also, the hydraulics have been recently serviced. The car is finished in brown exterior with matching leather interior. The overhead valve engine features Bosch mechanical fuel injection and delivers 250 horsepower. There is a four-speed automatic gearbox with servo-assisted, twin-circuit hydraulic disc brakes.
In 2012, the car was offered for sale at the RM Auction's Monaco sale. The car was estimated to sell for €50.000-€70.000. Bidding reached €40.000 but was not enough to satisfy the vehicle's reserve. It would leave the auction unsold.
By Daniel Vaughan | Jul 2012
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
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