The Customised Rolls-Royce, Bentley and Mercedes Walkaround _ Top Gear - Series 26

Halfway Through the Film We're Told by the Producers We Have to Go into a Remote Area This is Something of a Shock When You...

As we continue on with our journey, it becomes clear that the producers have other plans for us. They inform us that we need to venture into a remote area, and we can't help but feel a sense of surprise and trepidation at this sudden change in plans. The racing cars, which were once thought to be the stars of the show, now take a backseat as we're forced to adapt to this new environment.

I'm a little bit obsessed with Mercedes history and AMG history, and I find myself drawn to their iconic models. One particular car that catches my eye is the 300 SEL 6.3, which was converted for racing in the 1960s. This car's unique combination of power and style has always fascinated me, and I'm eager to learn more about its racing heritage.

The car in question features a V12 engine, which was used as the basis for many high-performance models over the years. Its raw power and smooth operation make it an ideal candidate for racing, and I can see why it's been used in various competition vehicles. As we take this car out on the track, I'm struck by its incredible sound – a deep rumble that's both exhilarating and intimidating at the same time.

One of the most interesting aspects of this car is its history as a racing machine. It was one of the first Mercedes-Benz cars to be designed for racing, and it paved the way for future generations of high-performance vehicles. As we drive on the track, I'm reminded of the importance of this car's role in shaping the history of motorsports.

The car's design is also noteworthy, with its sleek lines and aerodynamic features that make it a standout on the track. The decals on the side panels are particularly well-done, adding to the car's overall sense of style and sophistication. As I take a closer look at this car, I'm struck by its beauty – both inside and out.

As we prepare for our journey into the remote area, I find myself thinking about the challenges that lie ahead. The car in question is not without its flaws, however – it requires extensive repairs to get it running properly again. Despite these setbacks, the car remains a testament to Mercedes-Benz's engineering prowess and dedication to performance.

The Comet Car...

I'm always intrigued by cars that defy convention, and the Comet is certainly one such vehicle. Its unique design, which features a split front bumper and a distinctive nose, makes it stand out from more traditional racing cars. As I take a closer look at this car, I'm struck by its sheer audacity – it's as if the designers wanted to create something entirely new and innovative.

Despite its unorthodox appearance, the Comet is actually a surprisingly capable racing machine. Its V12 engine provides incredible power and acceleration, making it a formidable opponent on the track. As we take this car out for a spin, I'm impressed by its performance – it's clear that the designers have done an excellent job of harnessing the engine's potential.

However, as with any car, there are also areas where the Comet falls short. The front bumper design, while innovative, can be a bit of a liability in certain situations. Additionally, the car's rear diffuser is questionable at best – it seems to do more harm than good on the track. Despite these flaws, I find myself drawn to this car's unique personality and charm.

Unprofitable...

The W1 4600 SEL – an American boy's dream car, as he puts it. He took one look at these three cars and knew he had to have them all for himself. His enthusiasm is infectious, and I can see why this car has won his heart. The W1 4600 SEL is a real head-turner, with its sleek lines and powerful V12 engine making it an instant classic.

The fact that this car was designed from scratch to be a luxury limo speaks volumes about the manufacturer's commitment to quality and performance. With over six grand going into its development, it's clear that every detail has been meticulously considered – from the interior design to the exterior styling. As I take a closer look at this car, I'm struck by its sheer opulence – it's as if you're stepping into a private jet.

The owner himself is equally enthusiastic about his new purchase, and it's easy to see why. For someone with an American background, there's something undeniably alluring about the W1 4600 SEL. Its style, performance, and luxury make it an ideal vehicle for anyone who wants to experience the best of everything.

But What About Maintenance?...

One thing that becomes clear during our journey is just how expensive maintaining these high-performance cars can be. The Comet, in particular, requires a significant amount of work to keep it running properly – from new pistons and crankshafts to a completely rebuilt engine. And yet, despite these costs, the car remains a thrill to drive on the track.

As we take this car out for another spin, I'm struck by its incredible acceleration and handling. The V12 engine provides a smooth, consistent power delivery that makes it a joy to drive. However, as with any high-performance vehicle, there are also areas where maintenance becomes essential. Regular upkeep is crucial to ensuring the longevity of these cars – something we're reminded of all too often during our journey.

In Conclusion...

Our journey into the remote area has been one for the books – filled with twists and turns that tested our resolve and pushed us to the limit. As we reflect on what we've learned, it's clear that each car has its own unique story to tell. Whether it's the W1 4600 SEL's opulence or the Comet's innovative design, every vehicle has contributed something special to the mix.

As we head back out onto the track, I'm reminded of just how much these cars have taught me about performance, style, and dedication. Each one has its own unique personality, but together they form a cohesive whole – a testament to human ingenuity and creativity.

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time to gentrify the hell i'll Silverstone oh yes oh no but actually kind of learning when you take the front bumper off yeah there's just something a bit rat Lodi and cool man don't tell him but I think it looks quite good and the one mistake we all made that was the same as day we all made different mistakes but one mistake across all three cars we fit spaces to the wheel yeah and they all cause problems do these bases on the front of these yeah seized up and caused the hub's to get too hot and that and that caused the brake fluid to cook we could have a bad vibration right-handers my wheel just fell off give this place to fail I've just had a minor technical difficulty and and he's failed because they just looked terrible real wheels running positive toe as well which meant actually how he drove it like that I don't know so you basically went for stance over a liability we did but the really great thing about the challenge was that normally you expect to compete against each other yeah but they put us in this great race called the Berkut six hours which is a kind of end of year celebration at Silverstone for 70 Motor Club and it's a great race and you're a team so you have to cooperate they fear their wanting glory to do well which doesn't reach strange emotion it doesn't come naturally does it and just one quick mention for the badge there how jealous normally I'd on my home and I've given great but it's so cool better cycle the are are there all we read it's very it's got one of those in this bedroom door I don't know about what though okay good so here's the question yeah now that you've lived with the true ownership with a six grand luxury limo would you have that or brand-new data unless you've got the resources to keep it on the road because they're expensive one thing I know when things go wrong I can't be telling people to do it although only one person here has made a buying decision based on these three cars and experience that's my American boy who went straight out and bought a w1 4600 SEL and had one in his go not that I told you and it's gorgeous lo Molly really you are beautiful combat along spring up a notch in my book well there you goChris this looks like a lot of fun yeah tell us the premise behind this whole idea we were given the choice of some kind of prestige vehicle it was a price rough adjacent to a Dutch asunder that's what's English granik's is crap it's not law money we had to prove that our cars demonstrated the kind of deportment and luxury that you would expect from a car of this type they chose British got a chose German car because ultimately the s-class for me it's the ultimate luxury fair enough I'll go with that they invented the space they've demonstrated they can do better than anywhere else Karl Benz invented the first motor problem so when we talk about problems and heritage there is no more than Mercedes Benz yeah why is my car like this well halfway through the film we are told by the producers we have to go into a remote area this is something of a shock when you yes and they're not the best basis for the racing cars okay but I'm a little bit obsessed by Mercedes history and AMG history and they add a V with which in the 60s was a 300 SEL 6.3 they converted to go racing which was but with the first qtr racer is it first and it was the first mg racing car it's unlikely racing car everyone handles much cubic yes the decals like they're quite good on that's not bad I can tell I think it looks great and on the track was a honey v12 just say yeah because what people forget is the basis of this car is that 6-litre v12 yeah and this engine was used as the basis for which super codes on exactly that is a bat sub base zonder engine in mhm so by the time we've taken some exhaust halogen upper and you lock it in second and third gear it sounds amazing how much power it had when it left lanes 400 111 factory here now 306 job when we Dino their proper car so cool on that note let's move to an unprofitable I hear this is quite quick actually this one quite quick but very unreliable very under this map new block new crank new pistons new con rods new valves new cams new water pump new oil pump or basically new everything new engine yeah yeah but she's running good as new people is not on its original engine the trade would refer to this as non matching numbers okay I'm some--some arrow we should talk about has got some arrow I mean I don't quite know what the arrows doing he's got a splitter that's counted up into the air so we positive of anything it's just giving lift it's giving a bit more lift there's a quite a questionable diffuser at the back NR it and it's been attacked by a shark over there that was probably a curbstone or a TVR and it sounded great yeah so the comet I think I'll give you the best of me buffering and it's a great looking car yeah quite an unlikely racing car she did suffer a few spills along the way well it's a proper English car I'm proud of him moving on to well I don't really know what this is always come I would have admit that when I first saw it I couldn't believe the way he designated those royce time to gentrify the hell i'll Silverstone oh yes oh no but actually kind of learning when you take the front bumper off yeah there's just something a bit rat Lodi and cool man don't tell him but I think it looks quite good and the one mistake we all made that was the same as day we all made different mistakes but one mistake across all three cars we fit spaces to the wheel yeah and they all cause problems do these bases on the front of these yeah seized up and caused the hub's to get too hot and that and that caused the brake fluid to cook we could have a bad vibration right-handers my wheel just fell off give this place to fail I've just had a minor technical difficulty and and he's failed because they just looked terrible real wheels running positive toe as well which meant actually how he drove it like that I don't know so you basically went for stance over a liability we did but the really great thing about the challenge was that normally you expect to compete against each other yeah but they put us in this great race called the Berkut six hours which is a kind of end of year celebration at Silverstone for 70 Motor Club and it's a great race and you're a team so you have to cooperate they fear their wanting glory to do well which doesn't reach strange emotion it doesn't come naturally does it and just one quick mention for the badge there how jealous normally I'd on my home and I've given great but it's so cool better cycle the are are there all we read it's very it's got one of those in this bedroom door I don't know about what though okay good so here's the question yeah now that you've lived with the true ownership with a six grand luxury limo would you have that or brand-new data unless you've got the resources to keep it on the road because they're expensive one thing I know when things go wrong I can't be telling people to do it although only one person here has made a buying decision based on these three cars and experience that's my American boy who went straight out and bought a w1 4600 SEL and had one in his go not that I told you and it's gorgeous lo Molly really you are beautiful combat along spring up a notch in my book well there you go\n"