Mercedes-Benz’s Illustrious History

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On the 130th anniversary of Gottlieb Daimler of Bad Cannstatt, Germany, being granted a patent on his motorized bicycle — the world’s first successful vehicle powered by an internal combustion engine! — we thought you’d enjoy seeing some historical photos of the people and the breakthrough cars that led to the fabulous Mercedes-Benz vehicles we have today.  We at StarTuned® hope you enjoy them.

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Gottlieb Daimler’s shop as it appeared in 1885.

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When Daimler-Benz distributor Emil Jellinek ordered 36 cars, he asked that they start naming them for his daughter…

…Mercedes!

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In 1905, Steinway & Sons, the New York piano maker, started producing American Mercedes cars in a Long Island City factory.

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The oldest surviving Mercedes, bought by millionaire William K. Vanderbilt in 1902.

Simplex

The Simplex had a 5.3L four-cylinder, and could hit 47 mph.

SSK

The iconic SSK was produced from 1928 to 1932.

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Talk about iconic! The 300 SL “Gullwing” was way ahead of its time. It even had mechanical direct injection.

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Herr Daimler in his 1886 motor carriage with his son Adolf at the wheel.

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Karl Benz, 1844-1929.

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Bertha Benz, Karl’s wife and business partner,
1849-1944.

kira benz

Our editor’s daughter atop a running 1886 Benz Patent Motorwagen replica.

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The engine and flywheel of the ‘86 Benz.

blitzen

The Blitzen Benz went 142 mph in 1909 — 21.5 Liters and 200 hp.

sd 300

This big, comfortable 1985 SD 300 marked the 100th anniversary of Benz’s Motorwagen.

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