Veloce launches the ultimate guide to the Mercedes-Benz SL and SLC

The Ultimate Book of the Mercedes-Benz SL & SLC 107 Series 1971 to 1989 Catalogue Raisonné
The limited edition £250 book features stunning contemporary photography sourced from the factory detailing the iconic 107-series SL and SLC models (Image: Veloce Publishing)

Serious fans of Mercedes-Benz should move quickly if they want to secure a copy of a new, exquisitely produced volume covering the comprehensive history of the SL and SLC models from 1971 to 1989.

Authored by renowned marque expert, Brian Long, the unique, limited-edition volume details the Mercedes-Benz 107 series models of 1971 to 1989, capturing in extraordinary detail their ever-changing specifications.

Combining extensive research, as well as Brian’s personal ownership experience of the cars, the new book is based on his now out-of-print 2010 original, but has been revised and expanded to make this a volume of unrivalled detail.

The Ultimate Book of the Mercedes-Benz SL & SLC 107 Series 1971 to 1989 Catalogue Raisonné
Every facet of these iconic models is detailed in this comprehensive book, from their design and development to sales data and motorsport achievements (Image: Veloce Publishing)

Lavishly illustrated with rare, factory-sourced period photography, the book chronicles every facet of these iconic models — from design and development to sales figures, global markets, and motorsport achievements.

A  must-have for serious Mercedes-Benz lovers and discerning collectors, the hardback copy runs to 304 pages, including 488 pictures, all elegantly bound in faux leather with silver-foil embossing and wrapped in a fine art-paper belly band.

Published in the UK by Veloce, an imprint of David and Charles, the book is available for pre-order, with a strictly limited run of 107 copies priced at £250 each, with a publication date of June 9.

Mark is Retro Rides’ international man of mystery. A passionate automotive journalist with a deep appreciation for classic design and engineering, he travels the world uncovering stories behind iconic vehicles. A historian at heart, Mark blends technical knowledge with storytelling, bringing the timeless allure of classic automobiles to life for his readers.

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