Jan 9, 2015 · The AMG 300 SEL 6.8 didn’t exactly need the bright red paint job to help it stand out: the crimson behemoth had a footprint that swallowed most of the competition and a 6.8-liter V8 that more than doubled the displacement of any other car on the grid.

With a top speed of 265 km/h the 300 SEL 6.8 AMG was tailor-made for the fast Belgian circuit. The atmosphere in the interior was luxurious, with standard features such a power steering, air suspension, carpets, door panelling and a dashboard with exotic wood trim. The spectators lining the track loved this large car with its thrilling V8 sound.

Aug 14, 2021 · A Mercedes engineer named Erich Waxenburger fitted the V8 into the SEL's smaller body, and thus, the world's fastest sedan at that time was born — the Mercedes-Benz 300 SEL 6.3, which later on became the perfect car for Aufrecht and Melcher's racing ambitions.

1971 Mercedes-Benz 300 SEL 6.8 AMG specs, 0-60, quarter mile, top speed, engine specifications, pictures, updated June 2024.

Apr 8, 2021 · The Mercedes-Benz 300 SEL 6.8 AMG is turning 50. Half a century of legend, 50 years since it won its first race. It was the 24-Hour race in Spa Francorchamps.

Jan 1, 2015 · With a top speed of 265 km/h, the 300 SEL 6.8 AMG was tailor-made for the fast Belgian track. The interior had a luxurious atmosphere with its standard appointments such as power steering, air suspension, carpets, panelled doors and a dashboard with exotic wood trim.

Mar 4, 2021 · As its name implies, the Mercedes 300 SEL 6.8 has a 6.8-liter V8 with 422 hp and 448 lb-ft, Car and Driver reports. And it comes with an extra oil cooler, modified intake, a full racing exhaust, and plenty of strengthened internal components.

May 16, 2020 · The Petrolhead Corner is back and takes a closer look at one of the most famous Mercedes racers, The Unlikely Hero, The Mercedes 300 SEL 6.8 AMG.

Feb 28, 2021 · The Mercedes-Benz 300 SEL 6.8 AMG, popularly known as The Red Pig, marks an important milestone in AMG history. The tuned car’s first outing at the 1971 24 Hours of Spa wherein it landed second made the world notice the company that was established by two former Mercedes engineers.

The first milestone in terms of racing was in 1971 during the 24 Hours of Spa, which went down in the annals of the company: the AMG Mercedes 300 SEL 6.8 was the champion in its class and won second place overall. A heavy luxury sedan pulling …