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- ISBN 9781785009334
- Weight: 868g
- Dimensions: 215 x 260mm
- Publication Date: 08 Oct 2021
- Publisher: The Crowood Press Ltd
- Publication City/Country: GB
- Product Form: Hardback
- Language: English
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First produced in 1928, Mercedes-Benz Coupés became the embodiment of elegance and exclusivity on four wheels. Their design became an experience for all the senses, appealing to every emotion. Hans-Dieter Futschik, the designer responsible for many of the later Mercedes-Benz models, said of the Saloon Coupé: 'A shorter wheelbase compared with the saloons gives it different proportions that are almost sports car-like in character. The passenger compartment is set further back. This gives it a sportier look than a saloon. In addition, the greenhouse is smaller and more streamlined than the basic body. It looks like a small head set on a muscular body, exuding a powerful and more dynamic attitude... Everything radiates power, elegance and agility.' This complete guide includes an overview of early automotive history; pre-merger design from both Benz and Daimler; the historical protagonists and how they influenced the design; how design and fashion change vehicle shape; the continued development of Saloon Coupe design to suit every class and finally, the modern idea of the Coupe.
Having always had a special interest in classic cars and a thirst for knowledge it didn't take long for Dr Nik Greene to take his first steps into writing. As a fan of Jaguar cars he was invited to write regular monthly articles in both club and specialist Jaguar magazines. This opened up the door to writing regularly for many UK and French Classic car magazines. When not working as a criminologist he spent his time in the Limousin area of France. He had his own stable of cars including a rare Mercedes 560Se, Mercedes G-Wagen and several classic Citroens and Renaults.
