Vehicle Description
This example is outstanding with recordsto show the care and
upgrades it received. A well optioned two-toned carwith partially
original DB620 Grey Blue Metallic the roof is Blue Metallic.
Interior is Roser Blue with French Walnut wood accents. The car has
a refrigeratedcenter compartment with thermos and shot glasses
original American headlampsand fog lamps. Originally sold to music
mogul Creed Taylor. This car remainedwith its first owner until
1980 it was then sold to a Mercedescollector in Connecticut and put
into storage for 26 years until purchased byits last owner in 2005.
All ownership history is known. The mileage is 50000from new the
car's last owner is a big Mercedes enthusiast. The carunderwent a
comprehensive restoration with an eye towards Cosmetic
originalityand full mechanical restoration. All equipment is
working and the carcomes with a variety of extras including
original book set original hydraulicsystem service kit 600-specific
tool set suspension emergency block set shotglasses and thermos. We
have receipts totaling more than $91000 from StarMotors in Endicott
New York.�Star is universally accepted the United States experts
onthese special cars. The suspension and air conditioning systems
are complex and both were comprehensively rebuilt. A fileof records
is included showing the comprehensive work performed by Star
Motors. The work included complete brakesystem rebuild (including
calipers) rebuilt transmission comprehensive A/Cservice and repair
including rotary compressor hoses and receiver-dryer newwater pump
new alternator new fluid coupler and suspension componentsincluding
wheel bearings tie rods control arm bushes and ball joints. The
hydraulicsystem was also rebuilt including rebuilt hydraulic pump
and accumulatorrebuilt trunk actuator and switches in all four
doors. The engine was also removedthe top end rebuilt and resealed
as required including rear main seal and frontand rear crank seals.
The owner has continued to maintain the car to the samehigh
standard with new chrome and new tires. It was frequently shipped
back toStar Motors for routine maintenance or anything it�needed.
�The paint on this car is partiallyoriginal �metering indicates
that the trunk roof hood and rear fendersstill have their original
paint.�Overall the impression is extremely strong with a highlevel
of gloss and great presentation overall with somecrazing and a few
light scratches. The body is extremely straight and solidand the
chrome is excellent. The glass and lights are excellent and the car
hasAmerican headlamps. The interior was left as original as
possible and remainsin wonderful condition with a lovely Patina.
The wood around the windows andparts of the dash was replaced great
effort was put into keeping as muchoriginality as possible. The
carpets are also in very nice shape and look nearnew. The
headlineris excellent as are the instruments and switches of which
there are many thatoperate the various accessories such as the
power operated front and rear seatswindows and suspension. All of
these items are hydraulic and operate rapidlyand silently in a way
that is impressive even today; this must have beenmagical fifty
years ago.�Even the cowl vent is hydraulically operated by a switch
onthe dashboard. The original stereo unit is in place both front
and rear andworks as it should. The trunk is in very good
condition. The hydraulic openingand closing systems work perfectly.
The hydraulic service kit is still presentin its original case and
spare lives in its own compartment. The spare tire isoriginal and
the general condition is excellent. The engine compartment isfully
restored and looks new. Correct Mercedes hoses and OEM clamps and
fixingswere used throughout. Likewise the underside of the car is
in near newcondition with all suspension and exhaust hardware
replaced or restore. Greatattention to detail was lavished upon the
car; even the wheel weights are theproper Mercedes factory items!
The car's road performance also reflects theconsiderable expense
lavished on its mechanical systems. It is extremely
solidthroughout.�The major mechanical systems work as they should
from thebrakes and suspension to the engine and gearbox. The
quality of the ride isfantastic and oozes quality and luxury. The
600's reputation is well deservedin its time the car was
technically awe-inspiring high-performing andstately like very few
other cars. Produced in limited numbers even fewerexamples survive
as this one has complete with original books tools andpartially
original paint. If you are looking for �one of the finest 600 look
no further.Inspections encouraged. All sales AS-IS. Sale tax and
license fees due if delivered in California Visit Chequered Flag
International online at chequeredflag.com to see more pictures of
this vehicle or call us at 310-827-8665 today to schedule your test
drive.
