Road and Track magazine declared that the 1971 Mercedes-Benz 300 SEL 6.3 Sedan was one of the “Ten Best Cars in the World.” The Mercedes 6.3 also won the Best Sedan over $10,000 in the August 1971 edition’s greatly anticipated yearly rankings.

The car exhibited scorching performance that was perfectly blended with the typical Mercedes-Benz traits of comfort, dignity, and longevity of service. Some felt that the 6.3 was best exemplified by being as close to being all of the Ten Best Cars in the World in one exceptional package. The 6.3-liter V-8 engine was reported as being able to give the car the acceleration of a Porsche, the air suspension ride would be comparable to the Jaguar XJ6, and handling that, with the proper driver at the controls, was considered to be almost as good as that of the latest Ferraris. Roominess and practicality are also bonuses that led some Road and Track staffers to consider this to be the machine that would best fit all of their automotive desires.

This color code 903 Blue (confirmed on data tag) over blue example has been mechanically and cosmetically restored by Star Motors in New York. The original interior was deemed to be too nice to have it redone and remains in outstanding condition. The car has been sparingly used since this work was executed. It is reported to be in excellent driving condition and the owner feels that it is “one of the nicest examples.”

The Mercedes-Benz 300 SEL 6.3 Sedan is well equipped and has desirable period features that includes a sunroof, air conditioning, VDO instrumentation, nicely presented wood trim elements, period multi-band radio, Nardi wood-rimmed steering wheel; power windows, steering, and four-wheel disc brakes. The wheels match the factory presentation and the tires are by Goodyear.

The best cars in the world are meant for those with a passion for driving. Mercedes-Benz is quite familiar with the routine.