MERCEDES BENZ W140 and C140

Thinking of buying a Mercedes-Benz W140 or C140? A carefully maintained example can still be an exceptional luxury car, but neglected maintenance can become expensive. Wiring harness problems, climate-control repairs, pneumatic comfort systems, electronics, and complex equipment make a thorough inspection particularly important. This large-format full-color reference combines a detailed 20+ page buyer's guide with the complete model history, technical development, engine and transmission information, VIN and data card explanations, production figures, and more than 140 recent color photographs. Written by Bernd S. Koehling, author of 23 Mercedes-Benz books, it covers: - A Detailed 20+ Page Buyer's Guide The most important areas to inspect before buying a W140 or C140, including body condition, engines, transmissions, electronics, climate control, pneumatic comfort systems, wiring harness concerns, service history, and other points where neglected maintenance can become expensive.- The Complete W140 and C140 Model History From the early six-cylinder, V8, and V12 sedans to the later S320, S420, S500, and S600 models, together with the exclusive SEC and CL coupés.- Engines, Technology, and Model Development A clear explanation of the different model variants, technical changes, equipment developments, and the distinctive character of the six-cylinder, V8, and V12 versions.- AMG, Independent Tuners, and Special Conversions Including AMG, Brabus, RENNtech, Duchatelet, and other specialist interpretations of the W140 and C140.- Technical Reference Information VIN decoding, data cards, factory options, paint and upholstery codes, model identification, technical specifications, and production figures. Whether you are considering the purchase of a W140 or C140, already own one, or simply appreciate the engineering of this remarkable S-Class generation, this book provides a detailed and practical guide to its history, technology, and many variations. Few luxury cars reflect the confidence and engineering ambition of their era as unmistakably as the W140.