March 14, 1963 – The Mercedes 230SL debuts
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The Mercedes-Benz 230SL, also known as the W113, debuted at the Geneva auto show on this day in 1963. Replacing
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September 29, 1888 – Steinway & Sons brings Daimler & Mercedes cars to the USA
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In the late 19th century on the east coast of the United States, the fates of grand pianos and grand
June 13, 1996 – Mercedes 300SL designer dies
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German automobile designer Friedrich Geiger, responsible for some of Mercedes’ most memorable cars, passed away on this day in 1996
April 19, 1951 – Mercedes-Benz 300 & 220 debut at the Frankfurt Motor Show
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Following World War II, Mercedes-Benz seemed to leave its prestige in the past. In the aftermath of the destruction, dated
July 17, 2007 – Mercedes-Benz announces SLR McLaren Roadster
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Just as McLaren was becoming the favorite to win the driver and constructor F1 titles in 2007, Mercedes-Benz announced the
April 6, 1853 – Emil Jellinek is born, later takes the name of his daughter Mercedes
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February 6, 1954 – Mercedes 300SL goes on sale
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In 1952 Mercedes-Benz built a brand new car for the sports car racing season, dubbed the W194. Designed by Friedrich
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