Ultimate Mercedes-AMG Auction: Legendary Cars and Rare Parts Up for Grabs

Mark your calendars, car enthusiasts—something epic is coming your way. Bonhams is about to roll out the red carpet for one of the most significant auctions ever seen in the classic car world. Get ready for the Mercedes-AMG collection, featuring over 20 classic AMGs and a treasure trove of hard-to-find pre-merger parts. This is the ultimate playground for Mercedes aficionados and collectors.

What’s on Offer?

First, let’s dive into what’s up for grabs. This showcase includes over 20 classic AMG-modified Mercedes-Benz cars that date back to the golden era of AMG's independent tuning. Making it even more special is the arsenal of pre-merger AMG parts included in the auction, deemed the largest collection ever to be sold publicly.

The collection belongs to the late Barry Taylor, a notable car collector from San Francisco Bay Area. Barry's estate is now giving others a shot at owning a piece of automotive history through two online auction events this summer. The first auction runs from June 17-24, encompassing about 200 lots. Come July 22-29, the remaining collection will be up for grabs in a second spectacular auction.

Cars That Tell a Thousand Stories

One of the stars of the auction is a 1979 Mercedes-Benz 500 TE AMG, a modified W123-generation wagon. This beauty comes packed with a robust 5.2-liter V-8 engine and a 5-speed manual gearbox. It's more than a car; it's a relic of AMG's free-spirited days before collaborating with Mercedes officially in 1990. Expected to fetch between $150,000 and $180,000, it’s a magnet for serious bidders.

Next up is another headliner: the 1976 Mercedes-Benz 450 SLC Coupe 6.9, affectionately termed “The Green Machine.” According to the whispers in the car community, this phenomenal car was built for the former boss of the European Dresdner Bank. It packs a powerful M100 6.9-liter V-8 from the 450 SEL 6.9 sedan and a 5-speed stick shift. The green velour interior, including period-accurate Recaro sports seats, completes its ’70s time-capsule vibe. This charmer has an anticipated price range of $45,000 to $60,000.

Parts to Complete Your AMG Dream

Outside of these iconic cars, the auction will also feature a dazzling lineup of pre-merger AMG parts, a 'candy store' for restorers and collectors. With Bonhams proclaiming this auction a rare opportunity—perhaps the last of its kind in the U.S.—the stakes couldn’t be higher for those looking to complete their classic AMGs.

Kurt Forry, Bonhams specialist of automobilia, highlighted the significance with palpable excitement: “This is a restorer's dream come true. It's akin to stepping into a pre-1990 AMG dealership and having the chance to sift through a cache of vintage stock parts.'

Why This Auction is Unmissable

In a world where classic and rare parts become scarcer by the day, this auction stands as a monumentally special event. It’s not just about buying a car or a part; it’s about owning a slice of AMG's legendary past. For those passionate about Mercedes-Benz's rich heritage, missing this isn’t an option.

Trust us, this summer’s Bonhams auction is set to be a marquee event in the automotive world. Whether you’re keen on snapping up a classic for your collection or acquiring parts that can bring your AMG restoration project to life, this is where you need to be. See you at the auction block!