MERCEDES 450SEL 6.9 -The Quiet 70s Supercar, with a gold Mercedes badge design. скачать в хорошем качестве

MERCEDES 450SEL 6.9 -The Quiet 70s Supercar, with a gold Mercedes badge design.

#Mercedes450SEL69 #W116SClass #mercedes #GermanMuscle Mercedes-Benz 450SEL 6.9 – The 70s Super Sedan With Muscle Step into the 1970s and meet the car that quietly dominated both autobahns and boardrooms—the Mercedes-Benz 450SEL 6.9, an executive saloon wrapped around a monstrous engine. Built from 1975 to 1981, the 6.9 was the top-tier version of the iconic W116 S-Class and offered a near-unmatched blend of luxury, speed, and engineering excellence. At a time when American muscle cars were fading and European performance was rising, Mercedes shocked the world with a big, understated sedan that could outrun sports cars and cruise in comfort. The 450SEL 6.9 wasn’t about flashy design—it was about effortless dominance. 🚘 Specs Overview • Engine: 6.9L M100 V8 (dry sump) • Horsepower: ~286 hp (Europe) / ~250 hp (U.S. spec) • Torque: 405 lb-ft • Transmission: 3-speed automatic • Top Speed: 140 mph (225 km/h) • 0–60 mph: ~7.1 seconds • Weight: Over 4,000 lbs • Production Numbers: Around 7,380 units worldwide The M100 engine was derived from the mighty 600 Grosser limousine, modified for smoother power delivery and longevity. It featured a dry sump lubrication system, allowing the engine to sit lower in the chassis for improved handling and better center of gravity—a trick more common in race cars than sedans. The 6.9 also came with hydropneumatic self-leveling suspension, giving it an incredibly smooth ride that could be adjusted on the fly—offering luxury limousine comfort with sports car handling, all under one roof. This tech, paired with disc brakes at all four corners, made it surprisingly agile for such a heavy car. Inside, it was peak 70s Mercedes—rich wood trim, deep leather seats, thick carpeting, and vault-like construction. Every panel felt overengineered, every switch built to last. It offered cruise control, climate control, and an early form of ABS—ahead of its time in every way. Though it never looked aggressive, the 450SEL 6.9 was a wolf in tailored German clothing. It became a favorite among wealthy executives, diplomats, and even celebrities like Steve Jobs. It was also the first car to be featured in the original Ronin car chase, cementing its legacy in cinema. Today, the 6.9 is a rare collector’s gem—respected not for flash, but for silent, dominant power. #Mercedes450SEL69 #1000subscriber #mercedes #mercedesbenz #minivlog #W116SClass #LuxuryPerformance #GermanMuscle #ClassicMercedes #MercedesHistory #ExecutiveMuscleCar #OffRoadWarriors #MercedesV8Legend #HydropneumaticSuspension