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1994 Mercedes S600 W140 6.0 l / 394 hp - 4-seater, 1 owner

Mercedes-Benz W140 - Model of the flagship S-class Mercedes Benz brand.


Produced from 1991 to 1998. The 140th Mercedes came to replace the 126th, which, despite his success, is morally outdated by the beginning of the 90s. New car I brought a lot of innovations of the series: In addition to a more aerodynamic case, the car had a unique double glazing, automatically closing doors and a trunk, a climate control system that continued to work after turning off the engine, as well as tail antennas, rising when turned on rear stroke.


Like his predecessor, the car was produced with a short (W140) and a long (V140) base, as well as in the 2-door coupe version (C140), later separated in 1996 in his own CL-class.


History of production

The car was first shown to the public at the Geneva Motor Show in March 1991. The original line was offered in two bases and four engines, and eight models. The first were the cars "300SE" and "300sel", the versions with an elongated 100 mm wheel base were labeled "L" and were 10 kg harder. For all other parameters, cars were identical. The sedans were equipped with a mechanical five-speed gearbox and a six-cylinder M104E32 (104.990). The engine developed in 1989, in the amount of 3.2 liters was first applied to W140.

The following in the line was traditional models for S-class with V8 engines: "400SE" and "400sel", and "500SE" and "500sel". The five-liter M119E50 engine (119.970) was launched two years before the W140 body, and its reduced version M119E42 (119.971) was made to the working volume of 4.2 l debut on it. The standard equipment of 8-cylinder versions was the four-touch automatic transmission, included in the package alloy wheels, Tires 235 / 60ZR16 (instead of 225 / 60r16 for "three hundredth") and a large list of other equipment.

But the greatest interest of the public caused the flagship of a new generation, which for the first time in the post-war history of the brand was the 12-cylinder engine M120E60 (120.980). Models "600SE" and "600sel" gave the car an unofficial nickname " six hundred"In Russia (see below). For the company itself, Mercedes-Benz, the number "600" was also reference to the legendary limousine W100 "600" (produced in 1964-1981), the competitor of cars is not representative, but so-called. The highest class like Rolls-Royce Phantom V. At the Geneva Motor Show in March 1992, they presented a coupe on the S-class platform, which received the C140 index.

Like the predecessor, the Cup of C126, the car did not have medium racks of the body. 6-cylinder motors on the coupe were not put, offered only the versions of "500SEC" and "600SEC" with similar sedan engines and transmission.

In general, the sedan and coupe of the 140th series were positively accepted by the public, which was expressed in sales figures. However, their huge dimensions and cost are more than a quarter higher than the predecessor (from 90 thousand DM for "300SE" to 220 thousand DM for "600SEC") caused their fraction of criticism.

Already in October 1992, two "budget" models appear on the Paris Motor Show. The first was "300SE 2.8", having a similar "300SE" motor but with a volume of reduced to 2.8 l (M104E28, 104.944), and similar MCPP. The second model, "300SD Turbo" had a turbodiesel 3.5-liter six-cylinder OM603D35A (603.971). According to the tradition of the tradition, traditions since 1978 diesel models S-classs were intended only for export to North America, which explained some of the features of their configuration, (for example, automatic transmission as standard equipment, both on more expensive versions).

The first parties of the car released in October 1991 were indeed going through the Atlantic. But in September 92, Daimler makes a model available in other markets. It was mainly purchased for official goals by companies and taxis. Entering more rigid exhaust values \u200b\u200bforced Mercedes-Benz to reduce the power of all other engines by limiting injection on large turns. On dynamic characteristics, it almost did not affect, but led to an improvement in fuel consumption indicators. The appearance of "budget" s-classes allowed to improve regular equipment more expensive versions and refuse mechanical transmissions to "300SE" and "300sel" from January 1993; Tires 225 / 60R16, replaced at 235 / 60r16.


In June 1993, Mercedes-Benz takes a new system naming system that takes the letter (one, two or three, some combinations are abbreviated), so-called "Class", and numbers, still denoting the volume of the engine. All W140 modifications were renamed according to the new system: "300SD Turbo" became "S350 Turbodiesel", "300SE 2.8" → "S280", "300SE" and "300sel" → "S320", "400SE" and "400sel" → "S420 "," 500SE "," 500sel "and" 500sec "→" S500 "," 600SE "," 600sel "and" 600sec "→" S600 ". In addition, Mercedes-Benz lowered the clearance of a car by 6-9 mm depending on the model. This made it possible to increase the clamping force and reduce fuel consumption. However, the transformation of "300SE" and "300sel" in "S320", touched not only the new name. So, the power system (LH-JETRONIC), replaced the thread sensor of the mass flow of air, to the new so-called. "Film", which appeared on the model 104.944 engine M104E28. New Motor M104E32 received the factory code 104.994. The modified engine now had a higher torque at lower revs.

1994 brought a number of changes. For the first three years of production, despite the high assessment of buyers, the high price of the car did not allow to achieve the level of sales of the predecessor W126, so Mercedes takes a number of measures to reduce it. In February the lineup Cup C140 complements the "lightweight" model "S 420" (during this period, the C140 coupe has not yet managed to highlight in the CL-class). In March, the sedan is restyled. Externally, the car changes orange glasses of rotation pointers to transparent, and the back receives new lights. In addition, the clearance of the car is reduced, and matte plastic bumpers begin to paint in the color of the body. Inside the car receives updated electronics and a new salon. A flagship sedan S600 can now be distinguished by a slightly modified radiator grille. The update also affects the V8 and V12 engines. Motor M119 got a new crankshaft, optimized valve control, lighter pistons, individual ignition coils for each cylinder and an optimized engine control unit. The last two changes also affected M120. Together with the new more compact and light automatic transmission with electronic block Control and administration of fifth, increased transmission with a locking mechanism in a hydrotransformer. Fuel consumption decreased by 7%, and emissions of harmful gases by 40% without degrading dynamic qualities.

Recent changes occur in June 1996. The coupe is subjected to similar renewal of the 1994 sedan. At the same time, Mercedes decides on the further development of its classification system and separates C140 to a new CL-class (CL - Comfort Leicht or easy comfortable). Many coupe updates were also transferred to a sedan, for example, a refusal of drawn "antennas" in the rear wings that helped navigate in the parking lot. They were replaced with a radar parking system - Parktronic. A GPS receiver appeared - a satellite navigation system. At the same time, the S350 TURBODIESEL model was replaced with the S300 Turbodiesel with the new three-liter Turbodiesel OM606. The working volume decreased, but the engine had twice the valves and turbocharging with intermediate cooling, which in addition to the reduction of fuel consumption improved dynamic characteristics car.

Updates and increased volumes of production and sales by the end of the 90s did not help the W140-MU to repeat the success of the W126. However, the value of S-class W140 for Mercedes is difficult to overestimate. The symbol and standard of the representative class (F) asked a kind of standard and approved Mercedes's leadership in the segment for years. In July 1998, production begins to turn out, and on August 25 a conveyor stops. The minimum release of the 140rs continued until the beginning of 2000, these were special sections: armored Sonderschutz and elongated Pullman limousines. At the end of 1998, the W140 S-Class replaces new car Mercedes-Benz W220, and the coupe allocated in 1996 in the SL class, replacedmercedes-Benz C215.

Technical reference

Model Engine Power Moment Years of release to-in constructed
Sedan:
300sd Turbo.
S350 Turbodieseel		 OM603 D 35 (3449 cm³ P6) 110 kW (150 ps) at 4000 rpm 310 N · m at 2000 rpm 09,1992–08,1996 20518
S300 Turbodieseel OM606 D 30 (2996 cm³ P6) 130 kW (177 ps) at 4400 rpm 330 N · m at 1600-3600 rpm 06,1996–08,1998 7583
300SE 2.8.
S280.		 M104 E 28 (2799 cm³ P6) 142 KW (193 ps) at 5500 rpm 270 N · m at 3750 rpm 09,1992–08,1998 22784
300SE.
S320		 M104 E 32 (3199 cm³ P6) 170 kW (231 PS) at 5800 rpm
C 6/93: 170 kW (231 PS) at 5600 rpm		 315 N · m at 4100 rpm
C 6 / 93rd: 310 N · m at 3750 rpm		 04,1991–08,1998 98095
300sel
S320 L.		 85346
400se
S420.		 M119 E 42 (4196 cm³ V8) 210 kW (286 ps) at 5700 rpm
C 9/92: 205 KW (279 PS) at 5700 rpm		 410 N · m at 3900 rpm
C 9 / 92th: 400 N · m at 3900 rpm		 04,1991–09,1998 14277
400sel
S420 L.		 35191
500se
S500.		 M119 E 50 (4973 cm³ v8) 240 kW (326 ps) at 5700 rpm
C 9/92: 235 KW (320 PS) at 5600 rpm		 480 N · m at 3900 rpm
C 9 / 92th: 470 N · m at 3900 rpm		 04,1991–09,1998 21942
500sel
S500 L.		 65065
600SE.
S600.		 M120 E 60 (5987 cm³ v12) 300 kW (408 ps) at 5200 rpm
C 9 / 92th: 290 kW (394 PS) at 5200 rpm		 580 N · m at 3800 rpm
C 9 / 92nd: 570 N · m at 3800 rpm		 04,1991–07,1998 3399
600sel
S600 L.		 32517
Coupe:
S420. M119 E 42 (4196 cm³ V8) 205 kW (279 ps) at 5700 rpm 400 N · m at 3900 rpm 02,1994–06,1996 2496
CL420. 06,1996–08,1998
500sec.
S500.		 M119 E 50 (4973 cm³ v8) 235 kW (320 ps) at 5600 rpm 470 N · m at 3900 rpm 10,1992–06,1996 14953
CL500. 06,1996–09,1998
600sec.
S600.		 M120 E 60 (5987 cm³ v12) 290 kW (394 PS) at 5200 rpm 570 N · m at 3800 rpm 10,1992–06,1996 8573
CL600. 06,1996–09,1998

Features of the car

The latest models of the 140s had radar sensors for parking and a GPS receiver to navigate.

The 140th Mercedes brought a number of innovations not only the brand, but also to the entire car world. In terms of comfort, this model is one of the few on which the glass package system was applied. This is guaranteed isolated passengers from external noise, and also reliably opposed condensation. In addition, the side windows at a foreign object meeting (for example, a children's hand) during the lift automatically stopped. Also on W140 for the first time, the electrical control system was applied salon mirrorAnd the side automatically folded from the inside. The uniqueness of the early series of the 140th is emphasized by the rear antennas, which rose when the reverse is turned on and helped when parking the shovera, which was necessary due to the large dimensions of the car.

Representative car sedans are more often meant for the passenger, and the rear places are special attention. Rear seats Also had heated, and for an additional fee, the rear row was completed with orthopedic seats with inflatable pillows. The elongated W140 car base, started from the back back of the front place, and provided a passenger for another 10 extra centimeters for the knee. But the Cup of C140, on the contrary, they were more focused on the comfort and convenience of the driver and the front passenger.


Technological breakthroughs

From the point of view of technology, Mercedes W140 serves as a bridge between cars of a mechanical era and computer. Therefore, for its seven years, production cars of the early and later series differ radically in their set. So, in 1996, the whole park got a new brake systemwhich when cutting braking involved and rear wheels. Also on cars a computer system stabilization ESP.which subsequently produced under license for other automotive manufacturers. For the first time, side inflatable airbags were applied.


The reputation of the car's safety was greatly suffered after when in August 1997, three people crashed in it, including Princess Diana. The car "S280" hit the column of the Paris overpass at a speed of about 105 km / h. Mercedes-Benz later stated that no design of the car could save while driving a driver, violating rules road (50 km / h in Paris) which caused the accident, as well as the failure of passengers to be fastened with belts of security, which could save them from death.


Special models

In addition to standard models of the line described above, the W140 had many small modifications. Already in February 1992, on the basis of "500sel" and "600sel", armored special sector "Sonderschutz" appeared ( per:special protection) B6 + / B7 class with armored windows, built-in plates, special tires CT265 / 40R500 114H. The car, has become one and a half tons harder. Other special sector were Pullman limousines. The lengthening of Mercedes-Benz has traditionally been engaged in BINZ, but in July 1996, Daimler himself began to receive orders for the S600, sawing the V140 and adding an insertion long to a whole meter. Since July 1997, Pullman has become available on the basis of V140 S500. Even earlier, in September 1995, t. N. "Pullman-Sonderschutz", armored limousine that combined both directions. The work of these modifications was manual and time-consuming, was drawn up only on an individual agreement with the client (therefore the price was officially not called) and could take up to two years. That is why the last 140s who left the MB, only in March 2000. And in March 1997, the most unique modification of the V140 S500 appeared, especially forvatikan was built by Lando Papamobile for the carriage of the Pope. If Lando gathered in a single instance, the exact number of armored vehicles and limousines is unknown, since according to the documents they passed as standard "five hundred" and "six hundred".

If Mercedes himself stopped on modifications in these modifications, then independent tuners in addition to created many interesting models. Just during the release of the W140-x, Mercedes-Benz came close to the company AMG. When Daimler himself stopped participating in motor racing in the late 1950s, in 1967, enthusiasts engineers in Affalterbach formed a company that specialized in transformation serial cars Mercedes-Benz'a in racing and performed on them in different leagues of motor racing, mainly in DTM. But at the same time was not limited to their details for motor racing and sold them to private clients. By the beginning of the 90s, the business expanded to such a scale that during the above-mentioned marketing transformations of Mercedes-Benz's start and mid-90s, in the early 1993 year an agreement was concluded with AMG, which became the official tuner and finalized standard models, Which then Mercedes himself sold in dealerships. The appearance of the V12 M120 engine, gave an opportunity AMG to create a range of modifications, both for its CLK-GTR car for cars Pagani Zonda.. Although the engine itself had impressive, characteristics, for the data of supercars, it was required to significantly finalize by creating a number of modifications of 6.9 7.1 and 7.3 liters. Mercedes-Benz W140 was not suitable for sports purposes, but in 1997, Sultan Brunei Hassanal Bolkiah, famous for his passion for collecting cars, made an unusual order at AMG for 15 cars. The result was a kind of wagon (based on the developed prototypes for an ambulance card) with the front from the C140 coupe. But, under the hood, the engine 7.3 Motor V12 was identical to those standing on Pagani Zonda. Although Bolkiy later reduced the order up to ten cars, AMG redested eight more S600 in S73T. And at the same time provided the opportunity to modify the S600 and CL600 in S73 and CL73, respectively.


Other firms also created a series of modifications for W140: BRABUS lengthened to the V140 half-meter by creating a six-bed limo; Lumano removed from the C140 roof by creating a full-fledged convertible, and Zagato, on the contrary, turned it into a three-door liftback. Expansioned limousines were also built by Caro andbinz. And Carat Ducatelet, created "Pullman-Sonderschutz" in its performance.

Evaluation


In Russia, the 90s "Six hundred Merins" structures a new elite and crime

For many, the W140 model was the last of the "old" Mercedes, where high quality relied on a technological innovation, without taking into account costs and savings. In German itself and Western Europe He could not repeat the success of his predecessor: 432,732 cars were released, including 26,022 coupe. For comparison - W126-X was released twice as much. But those buyers who could afford this car remained very satisfied with high quality. Many believe that the 140th model raised the level of the S-class from simply a full-size sedan to the representative limousine and was actually an ideological successor of the legendary limousine W100 600, which is evidenced by the flagship of S-class V140 600sel / S600.


The last figure for the Russian market was historical. After all, the mass production of the 140s began in 1991, when the USSR broke up, and the flagship of the prestigious German brand MiG became a necessity for the new generation of Russian elite (so on. New Russians), hence the famous nickname "Six hundred". After removing the 140th Mercedes, the production of the S-class returned to its roots of a full-sized sedan, and the new flagship of Mercedes was the W240 subsidiary of Amaybach, which, by the way, were built on the W140 chassis.

Production and sales

The cost of the S600 model in Germany in 1991 was 194,422 DM.

Price on Mercedes W140 in Germany in 1995
Model Engine Power Maximum speed Acceleration up to 100 km / h Fuel consumption KPP Price
S280. 2799 193 210 10.6 11.3 AUTO. 90.604 Dm.
S320 3199 231 225 8.9 11.9 Manual 103.673 Dm.
S320 3199 231 225 8.9 11.5 AUTO. 107.854 Dm.
S320 Lang 3199 231 225 8.9 11.9 Manual 107.870 DM.
S420. 4196 279 245 8.3 12.5 AUTO. 126.213 Dm.
S420 Lang. 4196 279 245 8.3 12.5 AUTO. 130.353 DM.
S500. 4973 320 250 7.3 13.0 AUTO. 135.125 Dm.
S500 Lang 4973 320 250 7.3 13.0 AUTO. 142.313 Dm.
S600. 5987 395 250 6.6 15.4 AUTO. 206.023 Dm.
S600 Lang. 5987 395 250 6.6 15.4 AUTO. 210.220 Dm.
S350 Turbodieseel 3449 150 185 12.9 9.7 Manual 90.908 DM.

Sales

* -love with Mercedes W220


The car was owned by the character of the Russian series "Brigade" Alexander Belov (actor Sergey Bezrukov). It is on him that he falls into the famous plot with a car undermining, almost worth their lives. Also, the heroes of the TV series "Gangster Petersburg" were traveled on this machine (in part "Lawyer" allowed a LDAP when Gurgen traveled on this model in 1989-90), "Mole", "ment in law" and others. The first owner of the six hundred "Mercedes "In Russia, Vladimir Zhirinovsky became.

Famous people who died in car accidents moving on Mercedes W140:

  • August 31, 1997, Paris, died Princess Diana Wales and her friend's daughter
  • August 7, 2005, Russia, Astrada Artist Mikhail Evdokimov

February 9, 1998. The Mercedes-Benz S600 of the factory reservation on the principle of Bronoscapsuly saved the life of Georgian President Eduard Shevardnadze during the attempt. The car received many hits from automata and grenade launchers, including the engine. Despite damage, the driver managed to bring the car from the shelling zone at a safe distance. None of the passengers suffered.

1994 Mercedes-Benz S600 W140
6.0 l / 394 hp
Proper maintenance and timely that. TCP Original, I am the first owner in the Russian Federation.

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common data

6-cylinder row
3.0 l om606 diesel
3.5 l OM603 diesel
2.8 L M104.
3.2 L M104

8-cylinder V-shaped
4.2 L M119
5.0 l M119

12-cylinder V-shaped
6.0 l M120

4-speed automatic
5-speed automatic (C 96th year)
5-speed mechanical

Characteristics

Mass-overalls

Width: 1886 mm (w / v140)
1895 mm (C140)
Weight: 1880 - 2190 kg (w / v140)
2060 - 2240 kg (C140)

Dynamic

On the market

Other

History of production

Sedan first series (1991-1994) front view

Sedan of the first series (1991-1994) Rear view

Sedan of the second series (1994-1998) front view

Sedan of the second series (1994-1998) Rear view

Coupe of the first series (1992-1996)

Coupe of the second series (1996-1998)

The car was first shown to the public at the Geneva Motor Show in March of the Year. The initial ruler was offered two bases and four engines, and there are still eight models. The first were the cars "300SE" and "300sel", the versions with an elongated 100 mm wheelbase were denoted by the Litera "L" and were 10 kg harder. For all other parameters, cars were identical. The sedans were equipped with a mechanical five-speed gearbox and a six-cylinder M104E32 (104.990). The engine developed in 1989, in the amount of 3.2 liters was first applied to W140. The following in the line was traditional models for S-class with V8 engines: "400SE" and "400sel", and "500SE" and "500sel". The five-liter M119E50 engine (119.970) was launched two years before the W140 body, and its reduced version M119E42 (119.971) was debuted on it. The standard equipment of 8-cylinder versions was the four-touch automatic transmission, the set included alloy wheels, tires 235 / 60ZR16 (instead of 225 / 60r16 for "three hundredth") and a large list of other equipment.

But the greatest interest of the public caused the flagship of a new generation, which for the first time in the post-war history of the brand was the 12-cylinder engine M120E60 (120.980). Models "600SE" and "600sel" gave the car an unofficial nickname " six hundred"In Russia (see below). For the company itself, the Mercedes-Benz number "600" was also reference to the legendary limousine W100 "600" (produced in 1964-1981), the competitor of cars is not representative, but so-called. The highest class like Rolls-Royce Phantom V. At the Geneva Motor Show in March 1992, they presented a coupe on the S-class platform, which received the C140 index. Like the predecessor, the Cup of C126, the car did not have medium racks of the body. 6-cylinder motors on the coupe were not put, offered only the versions of "500SEC" and "600SEC" with similar sedan engines and transmission.

In general, the sedan and coupe of the 140th series were positively accepted by the public, which was expressed in sales figures. However, their huge dimensions and cost are more than a quarter above the predecessor (from 90 thousand for the "300SE" to 220 thousand DM for "600SEC") caused their fraction of criticism.

Technical reference

Model Engine Power Moment Years of release to-in constructed
Sedan:
300sd Turbo.
S350 Turbodieseel		 OM603 D 35 (3449 cm³ P6) 110 kW (150 ps) at 4000 rpm 310 nm at 2000 rpm 09,1992–08,1996 20518
S300 Turbodieseel OM606 D 30 (2996 cm³ P6) 130 kW (177 ps) at 4400 rpm 330 nm at 1600-3600 rpm 06,1996–08,1998 7583
300SE 2.8.
S280.		 M104 E 28 (2799 cm³ P6) 142 KW (193 ps) at 5500 rpm 270 nm at 3750 rpm 09,1992–08,1998 22784
300SE.
S320		 M104 E 32 (3199 cm³ P6) 170 kW (231 PS) at 5800 rpm
C 6/93: 170 kW (231 PS) at 5600 rpm		 315 nm at 4100 rpm
C 6/93: 310 Nm at 3750 rpm		 04,1991–08,1998 98095
300sel
S320		 85346
400se
S420.		 M119 E 42 (4196 cm³ V8) 210 kW (286 ps) at 5700 rpm
C 9/92: 205 KW (279 PS) at 5700 rpm		 410 nm at 3900 rpm
C 9 / 92nd: 400 nm at 3900 rpm		 04,1991–09,1998 14277
400sel
S420.		 35191
500se
S500.		 M119 E 50 (4973 cm³ v8) 240 kW (326 ps) at 5700 rpm
C 9/92: 235 KW (320 PS) at 5600 rpm		 480 nm at 3900 rpm
C 9 / 92th: 470 Nm at 3900 rpm		 04,1991–09,1998 21942
500sel
S500.		 65065
600SE.
S600.		 M120 E 60 (5987 cm³ v12) 300 kW (408 ps) at 5200 rpm
C 9 / 92th: 290 kW (394 PS) at 5200 rpm		 580 nm at 3800 rpm
C 9 / 92th: 570 nm at 3800 rpm		 04,1991–07,1998 3399
600sel
S600.		 32517
Coupe:
S420. M119 E 42 (4196 cm³ V8) 205 kW (279 ps) at 5700 rpm 400 nm at 3900 rpm 02,1994–06,1996 2496
CL420. 06,1996–08,1998
500sec.
S500.		 M119 E 50 (4973 cm³ v8) 235 kW (320 ps) at 5600 rpm 470 nm at 3900 rpm 10,1992–06,1996 14953
CL500. 06,1996–09,1998
600sec.
S600.		 M120 E 60 (5987 cm³ v12) 290 kW (394 PS) at 5200 rpm 570 nm at 3800 rpm 10,1992–06,1996 8573
CL600. 06,1996–09,1998

Features of the car

The latest models of the 140s had radar sensors for parking and GPS receiver for navigation

The 140th Mercedes brought a number of innovations not only the brand, but also to the entire car world. In terms of comfort, this model is one of the few on which the glass package system was applied. This is guaranteed isolated passengers from external noise, and also reliably opposed condensation. In addition, the side windows at a foreign object meeting (for example, a children's hand) during the lift automatically stopped. Also, the W140 first applied the system of electrical control of the salon mirror, and the side automatically developed from the inside. The uniqueness of the early series of the 140th is emphasized by the rear antennas, which rose when the reverse is turned on and helped when parking the shovera, which was necessary due to the large dimensions of the car.

Representative car sedans are more often meant for the passenger, and the rear places are special attention. The rear seats also had heated, and over an additional fee, the rear row was completed with orthopedic seats with inflatable pillows. The elongated car base of the V140, started from the back back of the forefront, and provided a passenger for another 10 additional centimeters for the knee. But the Cup of C140, on the contrary, they were more focused on the comfort and convenience of the driver and the front passenger.

Technological breakthroughs

From the point of view of technology, Mercedes W140 serves as a bridge between cars of a mechanical era and computer. Therefore, for its seven years, production cars of the early and later series differ radically in their set. So, in 1996, the entire park received a new brake system, which, with a sharp braking, rear wheels involved. Also on cars, an ESP computer stabilization system appeared, which was subsequently produced under license for other automotive manufacturers. For the first time, side inflatable airbags were applied.

The reputation of the car's safety was strongly suffered after when in August of the year three people crashed in it, including Princess Diana. The car "S280" hit the column of the Paris overpass at a speed of about 105 km / h. Mercedes-Benz later stated that no design of the car could save while driving a driver, a violation of traffic rules (50 km / h in Paris) which were caused by the accident, as well as the failure of passengers fasten the safety belts, which could save them from death .

Special models

Landol for Pope Roman

In addition to standard models of the line described above, the W140 had many small modifications. Already in February 1992, on the basis of "500sel" and "600sel", armored special sector "Sonderschutz" appeared ( per: Special protection) B6 + / B7 class with armored windows, built-in plates, special tires CT265 / 40R500 114H. The car, has become one and a half tons harder. Other special sector were Pullman limousines. The lengthening of Mercedes-Benz has traditionally been engaged in BINZ, but in July 1996, Daimler himself began to receive orders for the S600, sawing the V140 and adding an insertion long to a whole meter. Since July 1997, Pullman has become available on the basis of V140 S500. Even earlier, in September 1995, t. N. "Pullman-Sonderschutz", armored limousine that combined both directions. The work of these modifications was manual and time-consuming, was drawn up only on an individual agreement with the client (therefore the price was officially not called) and could take up to two years. That is why the last 140s who left the MB, only in March 2000. And in March 1997, the most unique modification of the V140 S500 appeared, especially for Vatica was built Lando Papamobile for the transportation of Pope. If Lando gathered in a single instance, the exact number of armored vehicles and limousines is unknown, since they passed on the documents as standard "five hundred" and "six hundred."

If Mercedes himself stopped on these modifications, independent tuners be in addition to created many interesting models. Just during the release of the W140-x, Mercedes-Benz came close to the company AMG. When Daimler himself stopped participating in motor sport at the end of the 1950s, in 1967, enthusiast engineers in Affalterbach formed a firm that specialized in the transformation of Mercedes-Benz's serial cars into racing and performed on them in different vehicle leagues, mainly in DTM. But at the same time was not limited to their details for motor racing and sold them to private clients. By the beginning of the 90s, the business expanded to such a scale that during the above-mentioned marketing transformations of Mercedes-Benz's start and mid-90s, in the early 1993 year an agreement was concluded with AMG, which became the official tuner and finalized standard models, which then Mercedes himself sold in dealerships. The appearance of the V12 M120 engine, gave the AMG ability to create a range of modifications, both for its CLK-GTR car and for Pagani Zonda cars. Although the engine itself had impressive, characteristics, for the data of supercars, it was required to significantly finalize by creating a number of modifications of 6.9 7.1 and 7.3 liters. Mercedes-Benz W140 was not suitable for sports purposes, but in 1997, Sultan Brunei Hassanal Bolkiah, famous for his passion for collecting cars, made an unusual order at AMG for 15 cars. The result was a kind of wagon (based on the developed prototypes for an ambulance card) with the front from the C140 coupe. But, under the hood, the engine 7.3 Motor V12 was identical to those standing on Pagani Zonda. Although Bolkiy later reduced the order up to ten cars, AMG redested eight more S600 in S73T. And at the same time provided the opportunity to modify the S600 and CL600 in S73 and CL73, respectively.

Other firms also created a series of modifications for W140: BRABUS lengthened to the V140 half-meter by creating a six-bed limo; Lumano removed from the C140 roof by creating a full-fledged convertible, and Zagato, on the contrary, turned it into a three-door liftback. Expansioned limousines were also built by Caro and Binz. And Carat Ducatelet, created "Pullman-Sonderschutz" in its performance.

Evaluation

In Russia, the 90s "Six hundred Merins" structures a new elite and crime

For many, the W140 model was the last of the "old" Mercedes, where high quality relied on a technological innovation, without taking into account costs and savings. In Germany and Western Europe itself, it was not possible to repeat the success of his predecessor: 432,732 cars were produced in total, including 26,022 coupe. For comparison - W126-X was released twice as much. But those buyers who could afford this car remained very satisfied with high quality. Many believe that the 140th model raised the level of the S-class from simply a full-size sedan to the representative limousine and was actually an ideological successor of the legendary limousine W100 600, which is evidenced by the flagship of S-class V140 600sel / S600.

The last figure for the Russian market was historical. After all, the mass production of the 140s began in 1991 when the USSR broke up, and the flagship of the prestigious German brand MiG became a necessity for the new generation of Russian elite (so on. New Russians), hence the famous nickname "Six hundred". After the removal of the 140th Mercedes with the production of the S-class, returned to its roots of a full-size sedan, and the new flagship of Mercedes was the W240 subsidiary of Maybach, which, by the way, were built on the W140 chassis.

The car of this model was the character of the Russian series "Brigade" Valery Filatova. It is on him that he falls into famous accident, barely not worthwhile in their lives. Also, the heroes of the TV series "Gangster Petersburg" were traveled on this machine (in the "lawyer" part of the Block, when Gurgen went to this model in 1989-90), "Mole", "ment in law" and others. The first owner of the six hundred "Mercedes "In Russia, Vladimir Zhirinovsky became.

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  • Manual, repair, maintenance Mercedes-Benz S-Class Series W-140.

Find and buy 140th in perfect condition, and from the first owner - today in itself invaluance. Yes, and brought just from the Germans - life was achieved, probably? Not a "time capsule" Of course - how fashionably say now, but still ...
Surely you have repeatedly heard the statement that ride on a 20-year-old car - painfully. Well, it is likely that this kind of theses are fair, if we talk about tired of life, enhanced and frankinstein. But what if suddenly you have a noble, mature, real car in the years in years - for example, how is this handsome one?

This specimen was purchased in Germany from one pensioner (I note that the grandfather of 1936 birth), in the town called Duisburg ...
By all the necessary documentation, service books - Dealer Mercedes and Bosch, the first and only owner had various checks, accounts, references. There is also Navi. Blaupunkt with a set of cards, instructions for the Nokia 60-50 car phone, and a lot of things ...

It is even preserved a receipt for the purchase of a car, which says that in 1992, the grandfather became the happy owner of the Mercedes 600 Sel at a price: DM 206,000. (Cost of the car with add. Options) ...

The car in the classic color combination is the color "199 blauschwarz" with a gray leather interior. In version V140 (Lang) ...

What is interesting for the heart of the car has a power of 408 hp And not 394, like brethren, the whole thing is that, after 1992, the first modernization was held, which touched the engines of the large volume - they had a reduction in power - deformed, in favor of reliability and environmental friendliness ...

Podkapotka just ideally ...

Salon is certainly impressive - this is not an eco-button!
Mileage is almost 200 t.km, and no hint of fatigue. That's what quality means, did it! Varnish without cracks, scratches and chips, a car like from a conveyor, everything speaks about the pedantic-leather attitude of the Germans to the technique ...

All buttons are just ideally, no scuffs. Everything works. The grandfather watched the car, this is a fact!

In such a state, even (without a collective farm) from Yapp. It is difficult to find, and here is a native, from Europe, generally a rarity!

In the cabin did not smoke, grandfather even sticked up, like "no smoking")))
Automotive phone: Nokia 60-50 with GSM SIM-card, while comfortable thing. The room was fixed not for the machine itself, and for the subscriber, for business people (of that time) is very convenient. Because It was possible to mount this equipment and set even at least at home. Or in another car ...

The car has a native (factory) body color and well-groomed (native - not stirred) salon. Mileage today is: 199 892 km ...

But a car without a small almost 25 years!

Mercedes operating characteristics with 600 sedan

Maximum speed: 250 km / h
Overclocking time up to 100 km / h: 4.6 C.
Fuel consumption per 100km in a mixed cycle: 14.3 L.
The volume of gas tank: 90 L.
Curb weight car: 2180 kg
Permissible full mass: 2690 kg
Tire size: 255/45 R18
Disc size: 8.5J x 18.

Engine characteristics

Location: Front, longitudinally
Engine volume: 5513 cm3
Engine power: 517 hp
Torque: 830 / 1900-3500 N * m
Supply system: Distributed injection
Turbocharddv: there is
Gas distribution mechanism: Dohc.
Cylinder Location: V-shaped
Number of cylinders: 12
Cylinder diameter: 82 mm
Piston move: 87 mm
Compression ratio: 9
Number of valves per cylinder: 3
Recommended fuel: AI-95

Brake system

Front brakes: Disk ventilated
Rear brakes: Disk ventilated
ABS: ABS

Steering

Power steering: Hydrauscitel
Steering Type: Rake gear

Transmission

Drive unit: Rear
Number of gears: automatic box — 7
The gear ratio of the main pair: 2.65

Suspension

Front suspension:
Rear suspension: Pneumatic elastic element

Body

Body: W221.
Body type: sedan
Number of doors: 4
Number of seats: 5
Machine length: 5206 mm
Machine width: 1871 mm
Machine height: 1473 mm
Wheelbase: 3165 mm
Front track: 1600 mm
Pitch back: 1606 mm
Trunk volume: 560 L.

Production

Year of issue: Since 2005.

Mercedes 600 Specifications

In this sense, a representative sedan german concern really unique. Its first feature lies in the fact that the 140th was developed at a time when computer technologies had already begun to find their use. Naturally, the manufacturer of such a solid car simply could not get around the head of advanced technologies, so the sedan was equipped with "full program". The body as for the body, then the car had two modifications - standard and with an extended base. The difference was 10 centimeters. Also, the body was not bad aerodynamic indicators. "Six hundred Mers" is the first car on a global scale, which was equipped with double glazing.

They provided more good indicators Heat - and noise insulation. In addition to all this, she has not sweated. The sedan's arsenal also paid attention to the folding outer mirrors and the electronic drive of the mirror located in the car. This car did not speak in vain - the embodiment of security and comfort. By the way, a few words about the first. In the 600th found their place even airbags.

And if the potential customer had such a desire, then the rear row seating Especially for it could be equipped with orthopedic seats. Challenges Mercedes 600. specifications His, they say that this representative car is not only comfortable and rapid, it also has a completely decent handling. The Merce has found its own place the electronic stabilization system (ESP), which Mercedes,, after 1995, began selling other auto industry representatives. Another potential of the representative sedan included an advanced braking system, which in an emergency will use the rear axle wheels.

Where did it start

"Mercedes 600 140" has become a full replacement of the legendary 126th. It was he who received the status of the most-selling model of the world-famous concern. The team of developers and designers diligently worked on the creation good car. And it was possible - "One hundred and forty" became the model being purchased. Everyone knew that this was a gorgeous car for very secured people. Even then, among lovers of the Stuttgart concern, the Association was entrenched - when they talked about a new six hundred, right in imagination, the W100 limousine was paid out, which was labeled by the same number. But he was produced until 1981.

After the appearance of automotive market Such a machine as "Mercedes 600", the S-class has consolidated in the quality of a full-sized and expensive sedan.

Improved performance and power

The characteristic "Mercedes 600" shows that it is not only a comfortable and convenient car in all plans, but also fast and powerful vehicle. "One hundred and forty", for example, has an electronic stabilization system. Mercedes-Benz subsequently later (after 1995) began to sell this ESP to others car manufacturers. Still in the configuration of the machine - new system braking that in emergency situation Enables the rear wheels.

Engines and their features

Despite the fact that Mercedes 600 was produced for a long time, already at that time buyers were offered several modifications with an extensive line of motors. Take, for example, gasoline. The minimum volume was 2.8 liters in the generally accepted row "six". And the maximum is six liters. This indicator may envy many modern manufacturers. By the way, the 6-liter V12th engine is installed on the version, the power of which is almost 400 horse power! Such data admire.

By the way, there were also two turbo diesel engines - three and 3.5 liters. But the most reliable (according to numerous car owners) is a 5-liter engine.
Almost all engines were equipped with automatic gearbox. The only difference is that before 1996 they were made with hydraulic controlBut after that the manufacturers decided to switch to electronic. Interestingly, engineers focused on reducing emissions of toxins into the atmosphere. And they succeeded, since the S-class received a reward for care for the environment.

Budget versions from 600 - The car is not cheap. If even now he can cost at least half a million (in excellent condition and in a decent configuration), then only wealthy people could afford it. But still a year after the presentation of the car, the world was provided with budget versions from 600. The first became known as 300SE 2.8. She could boast a 2.8-liter engine and mechanical box Transmissions. The second version has a 3.5-liter turbodiesel on 6 cylinders.

True, the diesel models of the S-class (according to the long-standing tradition of the tradition) were developed in order for them then sent to North America to export. This condition could explain many incomprehensible features in such machines. For example, installed as standard equipment Automatic gearbox (everyone knows that today in America the overwhelming number of people goes to automatic transmission, so then it was about the same). And the first diesel models of the "six hundred" really sent to the States. But then it was decided that the car turned out to be too successful to deprive her Europeans. And it began to acquire mainly for taxi.

Salon and equipment

Opening the door you can pay attention to the aluminum lining on the threshold, the inscription Mercedes - Benz will not let you forget about the high class of the car. Already in those years, Mercedes was equipped with the "closers" of the doors and the lid of the trunk, that is, if the driver, or the passenger, not fully closed the door, then the car would close them on their own. Noise isolation on very high levelSpecial two-layer windows at the time were wounded. Glass lifts with some obstacle stop raising glass, for example, if the child kept his hand in the window. The front armchairs and the steering wheel are equipped with the memory of various positions. Climatic installation continues to work even after stopping the engine. The headlights are certainly equipped with a system of washing, but the advantage of the Mercedes system is heating nozzles.

From the very beginning of production, frontal airbags were included in the basic equipment, and since 1996, side pillows were included in the base. The body itself is massive and has the zones of energy absorption, according to the reviews of employees of some hundred - there were cases when one hundred and forties were unrecognizable, but passengers remained unharmed. Mark's big damage brought a tragedy that led to the death of Princess Diana. But it is worth understanding that the blow to the pillar occurred at a speed of 105 km, and the passengers were not fastened, the driver himself in this tragedy survived. The cabin uses plastic and the highest quality tree, many experts notice that W140 finishing materials are superior to a newer W220.

The second row is very spacious and even in the usual version you can throw the leg to the leg, and the length of the option gives the rear passengers an extra 100mm. The luggage compartment accommodates 525 liters.

Test Drive by Davidich. Legendary Mercedes-Benz S600 (W140)

Mercedes-Maybach class S600 ... The name of the car is characterized in our imagination a picture of something very expensive and exclusive. All over the world of Maybakh owners of only 211,000, and in five years there will be a maximum of 250,000. The solid status of the car personifies success and effectiveness in any business. By the way, most of all sales of this dear toys are waiting in Asia and Russia. Even the United States with Europe was 3 and 5 places, respectively. Orders for cars are already accepted, it will be possible to sit behind the steering wheel in March. The entire range of Mercedes-Benz.

Appearance

In the case of the new "six hundred" Maybach, the length really matters. Compared to the Mercedes of the S-class, it added another 207 mm. It gave the Mercedes-Maybach version S 600 The image of confident superiority even over his fellow. The car elegantly declares his advantages - they say, take a look, as far as I am perfect! Perhaps this is how the "Messenger of the best" should look like.

The leadership of the "German" ambitions emphasizes a very spectacular hood, double chrome lamellas of the radiator lattice, the noble headlights of the head lighting. A newly decorated rear doors and the "Maybach" emblem on rear stand Body make focus on the identity of the machine. As an option, 20-inch wrought disks are offered, which only emphasize the quality of the new Mercedes-Maybach.

Interior

German designers managed to make it impossible: combine the atmosphere of home comfort with harmonious business space. Special attention was paid to the comfort of the rear passengers, as evidenced by the increased underground floor space, ultra-good EXECUTIVE seats panoramic roof with a sliding panel, extraordinary equipment. The roof and third window behind the body stands create a feeling of incredible space, while the business console easily turns into a written table.

Specifications

Behind the luxurious stuffing of the cabin and presentable external species Mercedes-Maybach S600 hides the most powerful technical equipmentthat is not surprising. It is able to give will by driver's ambitions and allows you to feel the power of German innovation. In the serial production of "Maybah" S 600, it is planned to use the transmission of the ACP7G-Tronic Plus gearbox.

It is perfectly combined with the Magic Body Control suspension and gasoline engine V8 (power 335 kW) or V12 (390 kW). Whatever option you choose, travel from one meeting to another will always be surprisingly quickly and easily. Fuel consumption Mercedes Maybach S600 is 11.7 liters per 100 km. "To the hundreds", the novelty accelerates in just 5 seconds, maximum speed Reaching 250 km / h.

Configuration and prices

Purchase Mercedes-Maybach class S600 on russian market It will be possible for 11 250,000 rubles. As mentioned above, the delivery of the first cars in the country is expected in March.

Let's sum up

So, it's time to collect a mosaic together. All those who waited from the new Maybach characteristics of Rolls-Royce, clearly upset - the car is only a 200mm console to the S-class. On the other hand, everyone is accustomed that Maybach should cost tens of millions, and in reality he turned out to be more accessible.

Do not be seduced by such a car quite difficult. Especially when looking at the "six hundred" from the point of view of the passenger, better car You will not find. This is the most quiet and spacious S-class today. The new Maybach is inferior to its predecessor except in personalization - now no one will arrive at you on a helicopter and will not get off the salon with a tree, fired in the neighboring forest.

Mercedes Maybach S600 Photo

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