Archive for the ‘Mercedes-Benz’ Category

Legend 7: Mercedes-Benz W 196 R 2.5-liter racing car.

Mercedes-Benz lined up for the Formula One races in 1954 and 1955 with two versions of the W 196 R.

Legend 7: Mercedes-Benz W 196 R 2.5-liter streamlined racing car.

Mercedes-Benz made its return to Grand Prix racing with the streamlined W 196 R.

Legend 7: Mercedes-Benz 300 SLR racing sports car.

Stirling Moss and his navigator Denis Jenkinson piloted this 300 SLR to victory in the 1955 Mille Miglia in a record time which has remained unbeaten to this day.