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Apparently Mercedes-Benz recently updated their mid-size E-Class sedan range and now – thank you, COVID-19 – the convenience of online launches granted NamWheels an invite to the digital launch of the two-door Coupé and Convertible derivatives. Here are a few details:
Read moreLaunch Report: Mercedes-Benz E-Class Cabriolet and Coupé Facelift
Do you like making an entrance? Are you into contact sports, addicted to adrenaline or enjoy ticking off your neighbours? Boy-oh-boy, do I have the car for you…
Is jy dalk opsoek na adrenalien, ‘n permanente glimlag op jou gesig, of dalk net ‘n afskrikmiddel om die buurman se hond stil te maak? Wel, jy hoef beslis nie veel verder te kyk nie. Vir net bykans N$1.5 miljoen kan al hierdie wense vervul word.
Today I am writing to you from a secluded mountain cabin, mostly to avoid anyone bringing me another highly-strung, low-slung, high-power, low-profile tarmac monster. You see, I’ve just had a string of test cars which would fit perfectly into a top-trumps card pack – spearheaded by this Mercedes-AMG C63S Coupé.
Ons het onlangs weer die Mercedes-Benz AMG E43 4 Matic getoets. Dié keer met 18 000 km op die spoedmeter. Aansienlik meer as toe ons die eerste toets gedoen het. Die vraag is dan: “Hoe het die AMG E43 verouder en is dit ‘n voertuig om elke dag mee te leef?”
Beginning of this week I picked up my new driver’s license; well, the umpteenth re-issue of a document which is almost 25 years old and in severe danger of being taken away. Forever. You see, I’ve been driving the new Mercedes-AMG E63 S 4Matic+ and it’s completely and utterly insane.
What you need to know: Mercedes-Benz appears to be bored or smoking something. What was once a respected maker of dreary sofas on wheels has become a bunch of swivel-eyed scientists producing fashionable street racers. They also made merry with their badges, none of which describe what’s left in the tin.
The almighty acceleration
The name Mercedes-Benz has always stood for luxurious automobiles and within their own pecking order, the letters “SL” tend to crown most price lists. Although slightly removed from the original abbreviation (Sporty and Light), there are few cars on the market with an illustrious heritage like the Mercedes SL.
A recent purchase by one of our staff members has spurred us on to finally delve into the history of certain performance cars. But don’t worry – we shall use this opportunity to cover other brands, genres and eras as well. In fact, why don’t you drop us a line and tell us which car’s history you’d like to see?