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  Mercedes-Benz S-Class (1972 - 1980) (Classics Reviews)
  Roomy, full parts availability, tough, and stylish - in a conservative way
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  Mercedes-Benz E-Class (1967 - 1976) (Classics Reviews)
  The stacked-headlight Mercedes-Benz mid-range saloons we the company's bread-and-butter for a dacade until the late-1970s. The W115 (four-cylinder) and W114 (six-cylinder) saloons continued the understated, elegantly stylish theme, but brought it up to date, and extended the range to include more engine and body options.
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  Mercedes-Benz S-Class (1965 - 1972) (Classics Reviews)
  But if the 250/300 saloon and coupes were the epitome of the modern S-Class, consider that the 1968 300SEL 6.3 was the first of the truly muscular big Mercedes-Benz saloons. Essentially, it was created when Mercedes-Benz engineers dropped the 6.3-litre V8 from the 600 into the long-wheelbase 300’s bodyshell, keeping luxuries such as air suspension from the range-topping limousine.
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  Mercedes-Benz SL Pagoda (1963 - 1971) (Classics Reviews)
  The 'Pagoda' generation of Mercedes-Benz SLs are a great introduction into 1960s roadsters for those with a fair budget. They are strong, reliable and achingly attractive. But why the name Pagoda? It's down to the kicked-up edges to the roofline of the optional hardtop, which bear a slight resemblance to those Chinese structures.
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  Mercedes-Benz 190-300 (1959 - 1968) (Classics Reviews)
  When launched in 1959, these cars helped define Mercedes-Benz in its core market. The tailfins may have been shamelessly tacked on to attract American buyers, but there's no arguing their effectiveness: the Fintail Mercedes-Benzes sold well Stateside.
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  Mercedes-Benz 300-Series (1951 - 1962) (Classics Reviews)
  Despite the slow start after the War, Mercedes-Benz soon got back into its stride, with the introduction of the 300. Aimed directly at established competition such as the BMW 501, it became one of the most opulent prestige cars of the decade. Featuring a smooth, alloy overhead camshaft straight-six engine, all-synchromesh four-speed gearbox and cosseting independent rear suspension, the car established Mercedes-Benz as a major force in the prestige market once more.
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  Mercedes-Benz W124 Coupe and Cabrio (1987 - 1997) (Classics Reviews)
  The sleek coupé version of the indestructable Mercedes-Benz W124 was based on a shortened saloon floorpan, and proved to be an entertaining and enjoyable drive, especially in six-cylinder form. As with the saloon, it was a styling masterclass, overseen by Brunco Sacco's design team, and despite being so closely based on the four-door, its new coupe roof was elegant and beautifully integrated.
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  Mercedes-Benz 180 and 220-Series (1953 - 1962) (Classics Reviews)
  The 220S was powered by a 100bhp six-cylinder engine with twin Solex carburettors, but was then was joined by the 220SE in 1958. As with all subsequent Mercedes-Benzes, the ‘E’ stood for Einspritz which is German for fuel injection. The 220SE was 20bhp more powerful and was sold new at a handsome premium - and such was its appeal, that it remained in production a year longer than the saloon.
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  Mercedes-Benz S-Class Coupe and Cabriolet (1965 - 1975) (Classics Reviews)
  Imposing, elegant, and very cool