One of the key attributes of this second-generation RX is that quite early on it offered a number of high-tech features that weren't found on many other luxury vehicles in its segment or price range at the time, including the Adaptive Front-lighting System (AFS) and Dynamic Laser Cruise Control. During this time, he worked as a mechanic and tire changer at prestigious races such as the Rolex 24 Hours of Daytona, and helped AMS achieve third place overall in the NASCAR-owned, Grand-Am racing series-the highest of any independent team at that time. The 175-horsepower high-compression engine was tilted 45 degrees toward the passenger side to lower the cowl and hood, the suspension was independent both front and rear (though the rear used rather diabolical swing axles), and the aerodynamically efficient skin was made of aluminum. Under that skin (the doors, hood and deck lid of which were aluminum) lay the 180-Series suspension and structure; a simple amalgamation of stamped steel panels, double wishbones up front and the low pivot point, often ornery, swing axles in the rear.
The body was mostly made of steel, except for the doors, hood and deck lid, which were aluminum. So the body was redesigned with cooling vents, chrome trim, a bold three-pointed star in its grille, "eyebrow" protrusions over each wheel well and larger, deeper cut gullwing doors that allowed easier ingress and egress and also had small wing windows for at least some ventilation. The car scored maximum points for its protection of the front passenger dummy, with good protection of all critical body areas. The Passenger Van can hold 141.3 cubic feet of gear with all seats in use and up to 494 cubic feet with the seats removed. But then again, when you're turning left to go right and doing 80mph sideways, anything can happen. If you’ve narrowed your search down thus far then it is the perfect time to come visit us so that we can answer all your questions and get you the car that fits your needs. As you can appreciate, our success comes in the form of a loyal client base. Upgrading to the 4Matic all-wheel-drive system costs $2,500. But while the engine was still based on the 3.0-liter, SOHC straight six from the 300S sedan (and still sat at a 45-degree angle under the hood), it now sported a groundbreaking gasoline direct injection system.
However, the 180-Series engine, a 1.8-liter L-head iron-lump four, was rated at just 52 feeble horsepower in the sedan. The Sprinter is rear-wheel drive (2WD) by nature, with 4-wheel drive optional The 4-cylinder diesel is rated to tow up to 5,000 pounds, while the V6 is rated to pull up to 7,500 pounds in the Sprinter 3500 Heavy Duty. Luxury equipment like sound-deadening leather upholstery and fitted luggage bounced the '54 300SL's weight up past 2,700 pounds and its price to a lofty $11,000 - nearly twice what GM was asking for its most expensive car that year, the $5,875 Cadillac Eldorado. We provide genuine Mercedes-Benz parts and accessories in our state-of-the-art facility with the highest quality equipment to ensure that your precision-engineered vehicle remains in peak condition at the best possible price. To make sure that your Mercedes stays in top form, only trust genuine OEM Mercedes-Benz parts and accessories when it is time for a repair or an upgrade.
Program terms may be changed or the program may be terminated at any time at the sole discretion of MBFS. It may be installed through a pretty modest hole inside the wall given that it is actually blown in below pressure. With Maybach, the plan is the same, in this case for the ultra-luxury segment, though management remains cautious given the previous failed attempt at reviving Maybach as a standalone brand. It looked at immediately going into Grand Prix racing, but on June 15, 1951, the Board of Management ultimately decided its initial efforts should be aimed at winning the 24 Hours of Le Mans. With its open grille filled with a big Mercedes star and pontoon fenders featuring "eyebrows" over the wheel openings, the 1955 190SL had a family resemblance to the 300SL. But with its drooping rear and fender-capping taillights, it also looked an awful lot like a 1950 Studebaker Commander, particularly when fitted with the optional bolt-on hardtop.
