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The racing “fintail” from Mercedes-Benz Classic for the 2012 season of historic motorsport events

By Adji | Published Wednesday, 9 May 2012

In the late 1950s and early 1960s, Mercedes-Benz enjoyed much success in international endurance races and rallies. The period at the start of the 1960s was shaped above all by the 220 SE and 300 SE “fintail” saloons with six-cylinder engines.

To commemorate the motorsport successes of the period and to keep the tradition of the brand’s exceptional racing history alive while also making historic motorsport even more attractive for private drivers, Mercedes-Benz Classic reconstructed a type 220 SE “fintail” saloon (series W 111) in 2011, for use in historic motorsport events.

The car meets the regulations of the FIA International Sporting Code, Appendix K (FIA – Féderation Internationale de l’Automobile). The vehicle is used in particular for the Dunlop FHR long-distance cup held by the Fahrergemeinschaft Historischer Rennsport e. V. (FHR) – the world’s biggest historical long-distance racing series as per Appendix K.

In the 1960s, competition vehicles typically bore close resemblance to production models in terms of technology. The usual modifications included stiffer suspension elements and body components, a larger fuel tank and an engine performance tuned specifically for the intended use.

When building the 220 SE, Mercedes-Benz Classic also followed the requirement to design a powerful competition vehicle using near-standard technology. The Classic Centre specialists made the following detailed modifications to the production vehicle, amongst others: the interior now has a roll cage with quick-connect safety coupling for side-impact fasteners such as door crossbars and side impact protectors (Fix Opening and Closure Security System, FO-CS for short).

The fintail has also been equipped with a fire extinguishing system and a 100-litre FT3 safety tank. The car will soon feature 5½ x 15 rims with 6.00 x 15 racing tyres. And of course, the W 111 has also been painted in the classic DB 140 light-grey livery which adorned the competition vehicles from 1961 to 1964.

Vehicle data for Mercedes-Benz 220 SE (W 111)

Engine: six-cylinder (in-line)
Bore x stoke: 80 x 72.8 millimetres
Displacement: 2195 cc
Performance: 120 hp (88 kW) at 4800 rpm
Max. torque: 19.3 mkg (189 newton metres) at 3900 rpm
Front axle: double wishbones, coil springs, torsion bar stabiliser, telescopic shock absorbers
Power transmission: via propeller shaft to the rear axle
Rear axle: single-joint swing axle with compensating spring, coil springs, telescopic shock absorbers
Brake system: hydraulic brake system with brake booster
Front brakes: disc brakes, 253 millimetres in diameter
Rear brakes: duplex drum brakes with turbo-cooled Alfin drums, 230 millimetres in diameter
Transmission: 4-speed floor shift transmission
Clutch: dry single-disc clutch
Maximum speed: approx. 170 km/h

Credits: Daimler AG

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All set for the new season: The Mercedes-Benz Motorsports Selection 2012 - Accessories to suit every motorsports fan

By Adji | Published Thursday, 5 April 2012

The new Mercedes-Benz Motorsports Selection is now available from Mercedes-Benz dealers and at the online shop. Motorsports fans can choose from three dozen products, ranging from high-quality chronograph watches through fashionable apparel to practical fan articles such as cushions and flags.

A highlight in the 2012 racing season is the exclusive cooperation with new team partner PUMA. The range of Formula 1 team articles covers drivers' and team jackets,T-shirts, caps and other important accessories for visits to the race circuit. At the same time, the green of Mercedes-Benz Formula 1 partner PETRONAS is being introduced into the colour design of many motorsports fan articles.

The best-selling item last year was the Michael Schumacher Formula 1 cap. In 2012 the anthracite-coloured cap, which is also available in a Rosberg variant, features green contrasts on the piping. Other new items include a stylish ballpoint pen with black cap, chrome body and centre ring in Petronas green and a black belt in contrasting silver and green. The metal buckle sports an embossed Mercedes-Benz star.

Three watches from the Motorsports Selection ensure that fans will not miss a second of the racing action: a totally new addition is the three-handed watch with stainless steel case and date display. The green seconds hand is offset particularly effectively against the black face. Two leather straps in white and black with stitching are included. The design of the carbon face and the strap of the limited-edition chronograph watch have been made even more attractive. The sporty Passion watch kicks off the new season unaltered.

The extensive range of sporty and functional clothing includes a men's short-armed polo shirt in black cotton piqué featuring white contrasting sleeve trims and highlights in silver, Petronas green and white. The women's polo shirt in the same material comes in white. Button border and collar band are in Petronas green and the Mercedes-Benz star in the chest area consists of rhinestone. Caps in a matching colour are available for both polo shirts. The clothing range further includes a men's T-shirt featuring a print of a DTM car, a matching new DTM cap with mesh inserts and a men's windcheater.

The current Mercedes-Benz motorsport look with green piping also features on the functional sports bag with washbag and the rucksack with the Airstripes back system for high carrying comfort. Both articles are produced by renowned rucksack specialist Deuter. Also "made by deuter" is the black and white wallet with green piping.

The Mercedes-Benz Motorsports Selection also offers a smart iPhone®case. The black polyester case has a practical lug for pulling out the iPhone®or closing the case and is also provided with a belt loop.

Mercedes motorsports fans will be prepared for all weathers with the silver and green guest umbrella, whose Teflon coating effectively prevents soiling, and with a pair of sunglasses. This unisex model is "made by Rodenstock" and is fitted with polycarbonate lenses offering UV 400 protection. A cushion provides a comfortable seat at the races. The 40 x 40 centimetre cushion can be folded together for transportation purposes and features convenient grips for carrying.
All articles of the Motorsports Selection 2012 are available online at www.shop.mercedes-benz.com .