“They are symbols of Russia’s victory,” explains Lomakov. “For Russians,” he says, “the second world war isn’t a historical event. For us it happened yesterday.” Lomakov directs the Moscow museum which houses and displays three rare vehicles that were once owned by Hitler’s Nazi regime. The facility has the Mercedes-Benz 540K which was once owned by Joseph Goebbels, the Horch-853 limousine that Hermann Goering owned and Martin Boorman’s MB 320.

But an avid collector recently purchased the most notable Mercedes-Benz used during Hitler’s tirade – the MB 770K, which was once owned by the tyrannical dictator himself. It was part of the dictator’s official fleet of vehicles and he has even been photographed standing in the luxury vehicle while crowds saluted him.

The price that the anonymous Russian collector paid for the memorabilia was not released, but Lomakov knows who bought it and he probably knows the price the man paid for it. “He may have bought Hitler’s car out of patriotism. Or as an investment,” he explained.

You don’t have to be a collector to appreciate the beauty and the luxury offered with a Mercedes-Benz. Check your NJ area Mercedes dealers to get a great deal on a new Benz today!

• Massachusetts – Route 6A around Cape Cod
With thousands of trees along the ocean line and the beautiful homes along the way, Route 6A through Cape Cod is definitely a must-see this season. Stop over at one of the nice bed and breakfast facilities and make an entire weekend out of it. You won’t be disappointed.
• Lake Winnipesaukee, New Hampshire
Take a drive in your Mercedes-Benz vehicles around this lake at this time of year and you will want to take hundreds of pictures. In addition to the colorful trees, there are some charming villages and communities that are inviting and reminiscent to a much simpler time. Take Route 3 to Route 25 and Routes 117 and 109 to see some of the most interesting parts of the drive.
• Ocean Drive, Rhode Island
See some of the most prestigious mansions in the region along Bellevue Avenue in Newport, Rhode Island. Ocean Drive also has impressive views of the majestic Atlantic Ocean and you can have a good old-fashioned picnic at Fort Adams State Park.

The end of summer does not have to mean the end of enjoying road trips. Get in your Mercedes and take a drive somewhere you’ve never been before!

The program is designed exclusively for Mercedes-Benz owners and includes such features as room upgrades, discounts at the hotel’s restaurant and spa, courtesy shuttles and even the opportunity to test drive other Mercedes-Benz vehicles at the hotels. The MB cars available at each of the chosen hotels are different, but they range from the sporty and luxurious SL63 AMG Roadster to the S-Class sedan and several others. All of them have a GPS installed so guests taking the car for a drive can find their way around town fairly easily.

“Our customers choose Mercedes-Benz vehicles because they want an exceptional and luxurious experience when they travel by car,” explained Lisa Holladay, the manager of Mercedes-Benz brand experience marketing.

Do you want to be a Mercedes owner and take advantage of the hotel program and other exclusive programs? Call your Philadelphia area Mercedes dealer and schedule a test drive today!

Brown is giving up her Mercedes-Benz lifestyle and their other luxuries to star in a reality TV show entitled “Seven Days on the Breadline.” The show is going to take place in her native Britain and is not going to include her family. Instead, she is moving in with a low-income family that survives on a very tight budget. It’s going to be quite the change for Brown who currently lives in an upscale community in Los Angeles with her husband and two daughters.

Brown achieved huge success with The Spice Girls, a popular all-girl singing group from the U.K. that had chart-topping hits during the mid-1990s. Their biggest hit – “Wannabe” – still gets stuck in the head of many people who listened to the radio during that time. Each member of the group also had a unique name given to them, such as Scary Spice, Baby Spice and others. Brown’s personal moniker in the group was Mel B.

While Mel B may be willing to give up her luxury lifestyle for a couple months during a reality show, there’s not reason you should follow suit unless you are given a reality show contract. Until that happens, visit your Princeton, NJ area Mercedes-Benz dealer to schedule a test drive with one of our luxury vehicles with all the features. Start living the good life today!

• Blind Spot Assist – How many times have you almost switched lanes and hit another car because they were in your blind spot? With Blind Spot Assist, you hear and see an alert when another car is in your blind spot so you know to stay in your lane.

• Distronic Plus – This innovative system uses two radar devices to monitor the traffic ahead. The system can “employ up to 40 percent of your vehicle’s braking power to slow your vehicle all the way to a stop,” according to the description on the Mercedes-Benz website.
• Pre-Safe – If your body movements and the movements of the vehicle indicate that a collision is imminent, the Pre-Safe system kicks in to tighten seatbelts to help ensure the safety of all the passengers. If the system detects a possible rollover, it automatically closes the sunroof and rolls up the windows before it happens.

These are just a few of the things to expect with the new Mercedes models. Call your Flemington, NJ area MB dealers today to schedule a test drive in one of the best vehicle brands on Earth!

Michael Angel
This graphic spring runway was offered by Aussie designer Michael Angel and drew inspiration from women like Josephine Baker and Nancy Cunard. The collection turned out to be “quirky and pretty” and upbeat. Skirts were varied – some were “flasher short” while others were just imply “unpredictable.” Prints included “floral and faceted gems” with “heavy doses of bling on sleeves” and other interesting choices made by the designer.

BCBG Runway
Max Azria’s popular runway was the place to be if you enjoy seeing bold colors that will be all the rage next spring. Pool blue was the most popular option for this runway, but teal, fuchsia and neutrals were also quite popular. There were also a number of t-shirt style dresses as well as body-conscious designs that varied from the super mini to “billowy maxi jobs” and others.

Ports 1961
This runway featured a number of Asian-looking designs from designer Tia Cibani. Red eye shadow combined with pale lavender designs made a huge splash as did body-skimming sheaths, blossom prints and other unique dresses.

There are several ways to enjoy the Mercedes-Benz lifestyle. If you’re not a model, you can still appreciate the elitist feeling and exclusivity of the luxury lifestyle if you just schedule a test drive at your Philadelphia area Mercedes dealer today!

The COMAND system utilizes a color TFT screen with a multidirectional control wheel in the center console of the Mercedes. This control system lets you control everything from seat bolster inflation to your satellite navigation. The controls are especially intuitive, and easy to operate both from the console and through voice activated commands.

Using the COMAND system, your car’s radio can act along with your Bluetooth telephone, as well as do many other amazing things. There’s also a speech technology component to the latest version of the COMAND system that lets you interact with the system via voice commands.

If you want to know more about Mercedes’ COMAND system, get to your Cherry Hill area Mercedes-Benz dealer today.

The new E350 and E550 coupes from Mercedes-Benz carry the timeless design of the Mercedes CLK couples into the next generation. The E-series features sculpted design, graceful arcs, and a fluidity of motion.

It’s not just the look of the Mercedes-Benz E350 and E550 coupe that are so timeless, however. The performance of these vehicles is amazing. The acceleration is wonderful, with the 5.5 liter V8 version of the Mercedes-Benz E-Class going from zero to 60 in just five seconds.

The E-class is great for long distance touring, as well. There is plenty of comfort in these vehicles, and like all Mercedes road noise is kept to a minimum even at higher speeds.

As always, you can have just about any amenity you want from your E-class, from Bluetooth to navigation systems to cameras and radars.

If you want the best car on the market, check out the Mercedes-Benz E350 or E550 coupes at your Lawrenceville area Mercedes-Benz dealer today.

Things are changing, however. The engineers at AMG are in the process of developing a new version of the SLS supercar. This vehicle will actually be a plug-in electric version. It will be known as the “eDrive” SLS. In terms of design, it is expected to be very similar to the gasoline version of the Mercedes SLS, which will be released at the motor show in Frankfurt in September. It is expected that the vehicle will rely on a lightweight aluminum structure as well as the interior of the gas version.

The electric version will use a modified rear-wheel drive SLS platform, using a98-kilowatt electric motor with each wheel. A lithium-ion battery will store the vehicle’s electricity. It is expected that the eDrive SLS will produce 526 horsepower and be able to hit 60 miles per hour in just four seconds.

While the eDrive SLS is a ways off, there are plenty of wonderful Mercedes-Benz vehicles at your Princeton area Mercedes-Benz dealer today.

In the world of Golf, there is a course that has the same air of prestige as the Mercedes-Benz: The Presidio. The Presidio is 1,500 acres of natural countryside and forest surrounded by San Francisco. It’s a place where, for 114 years, American icons have been playing golf.

Take, for example, some of the former players at the Presidio. Joe DiMaggio was, of course, one of the most famous members. Rock singer Boz Scaggs is a member, as well. One of the greatest golfers to be a member was W. Lawson Little Jr. In 1040, he won the U.S. Open, and won several other championships previously. In addition, the sheer proportion of Mercedes vehicles in the parking lot lets you know that it is some of the most accomplished citizens of the city that play here.

While you probably won’t want to drive your Mercedes all the way to the Presidio, a Mercedes is the best way to get around here. If you want the very best there is, come see your local Mercedes-Benz dealer today.