Mercedes-Benz: AMG & SL Series Recognition and Fact Guide 2 Book Set

Mercedes-Benz: AMG & SL Series Recognition and Fact Guide - 2 Book Set

This collection gives you a deep look into the high-performance heritage and roadster history of Mercedes-Benz. It is a good fit for the enthusiast who wants to understand both the engineering pedigree of the SL line and the aggressive evolution of the AMG brand.

What's in the Set

Book 1: Mercedes-Benz SL Series Recognition and Fact Guide

Peter Sessler gives you a year-by-year guide to the SL designation, which first appeared on the 1954 300SL "Gullwing." This book covers over 55 years of production, including the modern SLK and SLS models. You will find detailed information on engine configurations across five design generations. It works as a vital resource for identifying specific production figures and design features.

• Year-by-year photo and information guide
• Detailed specs on suspensions, brakes, and transmissions
• Coverage of the 300SL "Gullwing" and modern SLK/SLS models
• Production figures and wheel details
• Five generations of engine configurations

Book 2: Mercedes-AMG

Matt DeLorenzo tracks the transformation of Mercedes-Benz from a luxury sedan builder to a high-performance powerhouse. The narrative starts with the 1967 partnership of Hans Werner Aufrecht and Erhard Melcher, who turned a stodgy sedan into the "Red Pig" racer. You will learn about the 1990 formal arrangement and the 2005 acquisition that created the modern Mercedes-AMG brand. This book covers everything from early 1960s racing to the 1063hp Mercedes-AMG ONE.

• The history of the "Red Pig" and the AMG Hammer
• Evolution from racing to production modifications
• The 1990 formal arrangement and 2005 acquisition
• A45 hatchback (420hp) and C63 station wagon (680hp) details
• Prototypes, racing, and special models

Why Get Them Together

These books work together to cover the two distinct pillars of Mercedes-Benz performance. One focuses on the elegant, long-running history of the SL roadster, while the other explains the raw, race-bred engineering of the AMG division. Together, they provide a complete picture of how the three-pointed star dominates both luxury and high-speed competition.

Who It's For

• Mercedes-Benz collectors
• AMG enthusiasts
• Automotive history buffs
• Owners of SL-series roadsters