Mercedes-Benz S-klasse (W116, 1972-1980): Books - History

Mercedes S Class & 600 (1965-1972) - Brooklands Portfolio

Brooklands Portfolio book featuring Mercedes-Benz S Class (W108 and W109) and 600 models from the period 1965-1972. Describes the Mercedes-Benz 250, 250S, 250SE, Automatic, 300SEL, 280S, 280SE, 300SE, 280S car, 280SEL and 600.

• The period articles, brought together from leading British and American car magazines, provide much information about history, model changes and engineering.
• Also driving impressions, original road tests, comparison tests, technical data, etc.

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Mercedes-Benz S-Class (W116 series, 1972-1980)

The W116 was the first Mercedes-Benz model to be officially called the S-Class, the start of a long line which continues to the present day. It offered a choice of smooth six and eight-cylinder engines, culminating in the hugely powerful 450 SEL 6.9, as well as a more economical turbodiesel for the North American market.
Only available from the factory as a saloon - in standard and long-wheelbase versions - nearly half a million cars were built during its eight-year career.

This guide will help you learn about the differences between models, and what to look for when buying. What are the true running costs, and what issues - with the mechanicals, body or interior - should you be wary of? Is a restoration worth considering?
This handy guide will take you step-by-step through the process of finding and evaluating a good W116 and making a successful purchase. Essential data and information about clubs and specialists will help you look after and enjoy your W116.

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Mercedes-Benz W100: From the SWB 600 to the Pullman Landaulet

The mighty Mercedes-Benz 600 Grosser was developed with costs being no object. It was a majestic, technically advanced limousine that was an automotive benchmark for many years to come.
This 200-page guide tells its story. It walks you through the car's development and history, explains chassis number and data card and comes with many recent non-Daimler AG color photos, never published in a book before; this includes pictures of the suspension.

These are some of the topics covered:
- Short overview of the 770 predecessor history
- Development of the W100
- Technical aspects
- Comfort features
- The SWB 600
- The 600 Pullman and Landaulet
- Some of the owners
- Two unique 600
- In-house and third party conversions
- A possible facelift
- W100 chassis number explained
- W100 data card explained
- Paint and interior options
- Technical specifications.

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Mercedes-Benz W116 - From the 280S to the 450SEL 6.9 and Tuners

Boost your knowledge on the Mercedes W116 Sedan. This 210-page book tells you its story. It walks you through the car's history, explains chassis number and data card, lists the option codes and comes with a comprehensive buyer's guide.
All this is accompanied by superb recent non-Daimler AG color photography. This guide is one of over 25 books and e-books about Mercedes cars, written by the author.

Some of the topics covered:
- the complete development and history of the five-, six-, and eight-cylinder sedans, all upgrades included
- A buyer's guide to check the trouble spots
- Chassis number and data card are explained in detail. Most option codes are listed.
- Comparison of the 450SE with the Cadillac Seville I
- Paint and upholstery options
- Technical specifications, including power & torque curves of all models from the 280S to the 450SEL 6.9
- Over 140 mostly recent non-Daimler AG color photos highlight many features of the various W116 models, including pictures of the suspension.

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Das grosse Mercedes-S-Klasse-Buch (Reprint)

The fascination of the Mercedes-Benz brand's top product is inextricably linked to the epochal innovations that these cars brought with them. The company has repeatedly succeeded in placing the S-Class not only at the top of its own range, but in many respects also at the top of automobile construction in general.

This book describes the S-Class sedans from 1965 up to the W140 series from 1991 with all the details and numerous illustrations - a complete documentation of Germany's No. 1 prestige saloon.

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