The MBCA has partnered with Mercedes-Benz USA to introduce a new Member Rebate program. Active primary members are eligible for exclusive savings, in some cases up to $3,000 on 2020 models, on the lease or purchase of select Mercedes-Benz vehicles.…

Back in November, I never thought I would be leading the MBCA during such a dramatic, trying time.  I had so many plans of what events I would attend, what shows we would promote and what sections I would visit.  Fortunately, I still have those…

Tech Q&A - Airbag recall,Tires and BatteriesArticle Richard Simonds Airbag recall?Q: Many thanks for your terrific advice in The Star magazine. I have a question with respect to my R129 2000 SL500. I have not seen or heard of any recalls with…

Key KnowledgeA brief history of Mercedes-Benz electronic keysArticle and images Richard SimondsThis brief look at electronic keys provides an overview of the development of modern Mercedes-Benz ignition keys, and highlights some of the design…

Appreciating Asset – The W116 Sedans • 1973-1980The first Mercedes-Benz model range to be officially designated as the S-Class, these beautifully built modern automobiles were all but ignored for decadesArticle Richard SimondsData tables Daniel…

Buried TreasureEntombed in a garage in the aftermatch of an earthquake, this pristine 1979 280TE may be the ultimate barn find Article Bill MorrisImages Sean Johnstun Although the story of this Nickel-green 1979 280TE is hard to believe, it’s true.…

The Sound of SilenceThe hushed streets of San Francisco shelter scores of parked Mercedes-Benzes while waiting for the good days to return.Article and images – Roy Spencer On a recent drive through the eerily quiet streets of San Francisco, deserted…

Chariot of FireBack in 1973, AMG inserted a might M100 V-8 engine and transmission into the elegant 1966 300SE Cabriolet – with spectacular results Article Gary Anderson, Terry PriceImages Terry Price Spotting a unicorn at a Concours d’Elegance is…

Roadside and towing servicesQ: My wife returned home from a local trip in our 2005 C-Class with a clanking in the engine bay that varied with RPM that sounds like a fan blade hitting something. Since the vehicle has just received a B-service and had…

Brave New WorldThe 1934-1939 130, 150, & 170H were the first and only  rear-engined passenger cars ever built by Mercedes-BenzArticle Graham RobsonImages Daimler Archives Certainly it isn’t often that Mercedes-Benz has made a big miscalculation…