Mercedes-Benz: AMG 2 Book Set

Mercedes-Benz: AMG - 2 Book Set

This set gives you a complete look at how AMG evolved from a small garage operation into a global powerhouse. It's a good fit for anyone who wants to understand the engineering and racing pedigree behind the Mercedes-AMG badge.

What's in the Set

Book 1: Mercedes-AMG

You'll see how two former Mercedes-Benz engineers, Hans Werner Aufrecht and Erhard Melcher, began by building racing machines to open up the performance hidden in luxury sedans. The book covers the transition from a small tuner to a formal partnership with Mercedes-Benz in 1990, and finally the 2005 buyout. You'll walk away with a clear understanding of the brand's evolution from the Red Pig racer to the modern 1063hp Mercedes-AMG ONE.

• Early racing exploits from the 1960s
• The famous Hammer and Black Series cars
• Modern models like the 420hp A45 and 680hp C63 station wagon
• The 1063hp Mercedes-AMG ONE
• Prototypes and special models

Book 2: Mercedes-Benz: The Amg Cars

Automotive historian Brian Long gives you a year-by-year look at the brand's growth from an independent tuner to a global performance icon. This book focuses heavily on the technical side, including tuning techniques and the specific engines that made the brand famous. You'll learn about the brand's impact on DTM and Group C racing while seeing a massive collection of over 660 visuals. It covers every production model from 1993 to 2024, making it a deep technical resource for enthusiasts.

• The independent era and 1990s partnership transition
• All production models from 1993 to 2024
• Famous engines and tuning techniques
• DTM and Group C racing triumphs
• Over 660 color images, advertisements, and catalog shots

Why Get Them Together

These two books work together to cover both the narrative history and the technical specifications of the brand.

Who It's For

• Mercedes-AMG enthusiasts
• Automotive historians
• Motorsport fans of DTM and Group C
• Collectors of high-performance German cars