Mercedes-Benz The W100: From the SWB 600 and coach-built models to the Pullman Landaulet with superb recent color photos

Mercedes-Benz 600 W100 – The Ultimate Luxury Limousine The Mercedes-Benz 600 (W100) was developed without compromise – a limousine that redefined luxury, comfort, and technology. Known worldwide as the “Grosser Mercedes,” it became the car of choice for heads of state, celebrities, and visionaries. This 200-page book is the only English-language guide dedicated exclusively to the legendary W100. It covers the full story of the Mercedes 600 – from development and engineering to ownership, variants, and unique conversions. Illustrated with over 150 new color photographs, many showing details of chassis, suspension, and interior, it offers unparalleled insights into one of the most exclusive Mercedes models ever built. Inside you’ll discover: • The predecessor – the Mercedes 770 (W07/W150) and how it paved the way for the 600 • Development of the W100 and its innovative engineering • Technical deep dive: engine, suspension, hydraulics, and advanced features • Comfort and luxury – from standard limousines to Pullman and Landaulet versions • Famous owners and their unique cars – from statesmen to Hollywood icons • The Gulbenkian 600 and another one-off example with Maybach interior • Factory conversions and special coachbuilders such as Frua and Chapron • VIN & data card explained – how to decode originality and specifications • Paint, trim, and interior options • Full technical specifications and production data Why this book matters: For collectors, enthusiasts, and anyone fascinated by automotive history, this book is an indispensable reference on the car that defined prestige in the 1960s and 1970s.