Mercedes-Benz Saloon Coupe: The Complete Story

Mercedes-Benz Coupés were first produced in 1928 and became the embodiment of elegance and exclusivity on four wheels. Their design was an experience for all the senses, appealing to every emotion. Hans-Dieter Futschik, the designer responsible for many of the later Mercedes-Benz models, said of the Saloon Coupé: A shorter wheelbase compared with the saloons gives it different proportions that are almost sports car-like in character. The passenger compartment is set further back, giving it a sportier look than a saloon. The greenhouse is smaller and more streamlined than the basic body, exuding a powerful and dynamic attitude.

Format: Hardback
Length: 192 pages
Publication date: 27 September 2021
Publisher: The Crowood Press Ltd

First produced in 1928, Mercedes-Benz Coupés became the epitome of elegance and exclusivity on four wheels. Their design became an experience for all the senses, appealing to every emotion. Hans-Dieter Futschik, the designer responsible for many of the later Mercedes-Benz models, said of the Saloon Coupé:

A shorter wheelbase compared with the saloons gives it different proportions that are almost sports car-like in character. The passenger compartment is set further back. This gives it a sportier look than a saloon. In addition, the greenhouse is smaller and more streamlined than the basic body. It looks like a small head set on a muscular body, exuding a powerful and more dynamic attitude.

Everything radiates power, elegance, and agility.

This complete guide includes an overview of early automotive history; pre-merger design from both Benz and Daimler; the historical protagonists and how they influenced the design; how design and fashion change vehicle shape; the continued development of Saloon Coupe design to suit every class; and finally, the modern idea of the Coupe.

Weight: 868g
Dimension: 260 x 215 x 20 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781785009334