As with its predecessor, the W140 was the first of the "next generation" of Mercedes-Benz models to feature the company's new design theme.

Meanwhile, Daimler said sales of its Mercedes-Benz models rose 12.7pc in the first quarter to 280,500, and by 7.7pc for March alone to 118,357.

All the lines progressively adopted these units and, from 1950 to 1990, all colectivos were eventually Mercedes-Benz models.

The term is now commonly used in reference to Mercedes-Benz models from 1953-1962.

That is one reason American sales are up for similar Mercedes-Benz models, even at a $120,000 sales price.

The system, developed by the Robert Bosch Corporation, is similar to one offered on some Mercedes-Benz models.

This powertrain is likely to make production in various Mercedes-Benz models by 2010.

Some top-of-the-line Mercedes-Benz models can warn drivers when they get too close to other cars.

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As their popularity increased, designs have become more bus focused, with the numerous Mercedes-Benz models.