Buying and Maintaining a 126 S-Class Mercedes

The Mercedes 126 S-Class of 1979-91 remains the most successful premium class saloon in the company's history and is considered by many to be one of the best cars in the world. More than quarter of a century after the last one left the factory, close to a quarter of all 126s remain registered throughout the world. This book will enable you to avoid the most common pitfalls and faults that otherwise can ruin the ownership of a 'Sonderklasse'. Packed with the sort of advice only normally obtainable from years of experience, it will act as your own personal marque expert: ? How to choose the right model for you ? A detailed guide to buying the best car at the right price ? Specifications and valuations ? How to keep your 126 fresh and reliable Dr Nik Greene has written many feature articles and regular copy for classic car and club magazines in the UK and France; this is his first car book. When not working as a criminologist he prefers to spend his time in the Limousin area of France where he has a property with ample barn and workshop space for his cars. Apart from the Mercedes 560SE and the Mercedes G-Wagen, his stable also includes several classic Citroens and Renaults. SELLING POINTS: ? A practical and instructional manual that covers all the Mercedes 126 S-Class models - the most successful premium class saloon in the company's history. ? A valuable addition to the bookshelf of anyone owning, or aspiring to own, a 126. ? Packed full of advice on buying the right car at the right price; specifications and valuations; how to keep your 126 reliable and much, much more. ? Fully illustrated with 250 colour photographs. ? Dr Nick Greene is a motoring writer for many of the UK and French classic car and club magazines. 250 colour photos