 Even today, almost two decades after the end of production of the 600 , there has not been a successor on the drawing boards of the Mercedes Benz engineering department. With today's money, the attempt to create a car beyond comparison, regardless of cost, would drive the sticker price well into the range of several hundred thousand dollars. |  Surprisingly nimble for its size and very quick, the 600 sedan is not thought of as a chauffeured limousine. The owner-driver will appreciate its outstanding acceleration, sure-footed braking and superb handling. Getting behind the large, telescoping volant of the 600 can be an exhilarating experience. One really has to drive one of these majestic cars to believe it! Also visible above are the automatic climate control, outside temperature gauge, VDO clock, and the Radio. |
 The busy engine compartment with dual alternators, dual brake systems, and compressors for air conditioning and suspension almost hides the heart of the 600 : the fabled M-100 engine, which later found its way into the 6.3 and 6.9 sedans, both of which have held records for being the fastest sedans on the planet. Mercedes' first production V8-engine, developing 300 HP at a leisurely 4,100rpm, is powerful enough to propel the 5000-pound car to a cruising speed of nearly 130 MPH . The overhead cam design uses a mechanical fuel injection, making the M-100 engine extremely durable. |  |
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