JAMES TAYLOR
Introduction
Acknowledfements
Timeline
1. Design and Development
2. First-Series saloons 1976-1979
3. The later saloons 1979-1985
4. The Coupes 1977-1985
5. The T-Series estates 1978-1985
6. LWB Saloons and Platforms
7. The 123 Series in Motorsport
9. The Aftermarket
10. Buying and Owning a 123-Series Mercedes
Appendix I. Production Statistics
Appendix II Vehicle Number Sequences
Appendix III. THe Mercedes 123 in China
The Mercedes-Benz W123 was launched in 1976 and sales quickly surpassed those of its predecessor, the W114. The W123 went on to become the most successful Mercedes, selling 2.7 million cars. Mercedes-Benz W123 - The Complete Story explores the life of this highly regarded executive car from its initial evolution, development and production to the creation of new models and its success in motorsport.
This book features:
The history of the devleopment of the car within the context of the Mercedes-Benz company and global motor industry
The styling, engineering and technical advances introduced over the lifetime of the three series, and the press reactions to them
Full technical specifications together with customer options, equipment and interior trim for each model
Production numbers and vehicle number sequences
Little-known details of the manufacture of the car in China
A chapter on buying and owning a 123-series Mercedes
