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Greater Washington Section
www.gws.mbca.org
Summer 2016
In this Issue
Upcoming Events:
GWS Summer Picnic............... 1
Redskins Rides....................... 7
Tour of the VPC...................... 7
Euro Marque Golf Outing....... 7
GWS Needs Your Help............ 3
New Members........................ 5
MBCA Elections...................... 5
GWS Calendar of Events........ 7
Deutsche Marque Concours . 6
GWS Spring Events................ 8
C-Class Coupe Review............ 9
Trading Post........................... 10
Memorial to Warren Bain.... 10
GWS Leadership..................... 11
Sponsors / Advertisers:
Euro Motorcars Bethesda....... 2
Mercedes-Benz of Arlington/
Mercedes-Benz of Alexandria 4
Mercedes-Benz of Tysons Corner
StarFest 2016......................... 8
Legends of the Autobahn....... 10
GWS Maryland Tags............... 11
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Mercedes-Benz of Tysons Corner, The official Mercedes-Benz dealer sponsor
of the Deutsche Marque Concours displayed the C-300 Coupe, GLE 450 AMG
Coupe, and a special Mille Miglia 417 Edition SL. Photo by William West Hopper
Summer Picnic, Off Road
Event, VPC Tour, & Autocross.
What are you missing?
WS continues The MercedesMBCA StarFest Happening in
G
Benz Club of America’s 60th
Connecticut, August 3-6 it is the
Anniversary celebration this summer
MBCA National Driving and
with a number of great events.
GWS Summer would not be the
same without our annual picnic and
Mercedes-Benz Concours. Happening
all day on Sunday July 10 at the Newby
Estate in North Potomac.
GWS @ Redskins Rides. Last year
was a great time for members who love
our local football team, a chance to
show your car and get up close to the
players. Happening on Satirday August
27 Noon to 5 pm at Redskins Park in
Ashburn VA.
GWS Autocross Season is in full
swing, one Sunday a month through
November at James Wood High School
in Winchester VA. 7/17, 8/14, 9/18,
10/9, 11/6.
Euro Marque Golf Outing July 23 at
Raspberry Falls Golf Course.
GWS Tour of the Mercedes-Benz
USA Vehicle Preparation Center
Happening on Saturday August 13 We
have not had a tour of the VPC for a
number of years, it will be great to see
the latest at the port of Baltimore.
Concours Event, see the ad on page 8.
Legends of the Autobahn Happening
on August 19, in California. See page
10 for more information.
The business of the club is as
important as the events it holds. 2016
is an election year for both Section and
National Officers. While the Section
Election will be held in October, date
still to be determined, we need Officer
Nominations by August 1.
MBCA National Elections will be
held in September. GWS members
get to vote for one Eastern Regional
Director, and four National DirectorsAt-Large, as well as on a by-law
change.
This year’s national elections will be
done online for those with listed e-mail
addresses or by paper ballot for those
members who have not supplied an
e-mail address to the National Business
Office.
This is your club, please take the time
to review the candidates for office and
vote in both elections.
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7020 Arlington Road
Bethesda, MD 20814
Phone: 301-907-8700
Email: mbservice@euromotorcars.com
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5511 Nicholson Lane
North Bethesda, MD 20852
Phone: 301-770-3535
Email: collisioncenter@euromotorcars.com
www.eurobethesda.com
888-250-2987
William West Hopper
MBCA National Treasurer
&
GWS Past-President
wwhrestoration@att.net
The Section Needs Your Help!
I am writing to you in what is normally is the Section President’s Column. As a past Section President, who continues to be
active within GWS, as your newsletter editor and this year’s Nominations Committee Chairman.
This Fall the Section will hold elections for the officers who run it. And we are in need of members who are willing to step up
and serve. As of this writing we have received no nominations for Section President, or Vice-President, and those in the position
have indicated they will not be running for office.
That leaves the Greater Washington Section in great need of leadership.
If you are willing to take some time out of your own busy schedule to work on behalf of your fellow club members, please reach
out to me to discuss taking a leadership role in the section.
GWS needs new blood to lead it forward, to help develop events and programs that will engage our members. GWS used to be
the largest section in MBCA, by far. Sadly, GWS’s membership is at the lowest it has ever been. Events like Autocross, Concours
and Technical are being put on by a few dedicated members, Autocross. So we do need you to help out!
The section needs you, as an Officer, there are committees that you can participate in, or take charge of and be a chairperson.
This is your club, and without your volunteer assistance, it will not be as good as it can be.
Please take a moment to think about helping out.
Bill
Attention MBCA Members: Are You Getting all the Club News and Information?
Make sure you renew your membership to continue to receive the benefits of being a member of the club. One of which is
this newsletter, and now you can get a 5% discount with Hagerty Insurance, as well as many other benefits.
Keeping your membership information updated with the MBCA National Business Office (NBO) in Colorado Springs
CO is the best way to guarantee you will receive all the latest information on club activities and mailings. Make sure your
current e-mail is on file and the information on your cars.
By keeping your information up-to-date through our National Office, you will be connected with interesting
opportunities, invites to events, and more.
Go to mbca.org and review your membership profile. This is where you can download your MBCA Member Loyalty
certificate for $500 combinable with other discounts towards the purchase of a new Mercedes-Benz.
In 2016, The Greater Washington Section will be using Constant Contact to announce the publishing of the Metro TriStar, our section newsletter and other membership information to you via e-mail. If you have not registered, or have stated
you do not want information from this source, you will miss out on much of the information the Section sends out.
www.mbca.org
800.637.2360
Metro Tri-Star
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Summer 2016
New Members - Please welcome our newest GWS members to the Club.
For more information on MBCA membership contact:
GWS Membership Chairman, Katie Gleeson president@mbca-gws.org
Jeff Baumann
Arlington VA
Rosemarie Madison
Herndon VA
Omar Moulhem
Fairfax VA
John Caruso
Hagerstown MD
Patrick Stewart
Annapolis MD
Jeffrey Prichett
Reisterstown MD
Mark Gercenstein
Potomac MD
Christopher & Kellie Shearer
Manassas VA
Gregor Csorsz
Chevy Chase MD
Jan Rovde
Winchester VA
Michael Peverill
Gainsville VA
Leonard Marquez
Potomac MD
Gregory Good
Darnstown MD
Darrell McKigney
Arlington VA
Allen Schaeffer
Frederick MD
Thuan Nago
Chantilly VA
John Goolkasian
Silver Spring MD
Cynthia Garnes
Lorton VA
Michael Donovan
Reston VA
Dwight Hikel
Westminster MD
Sarah Epps
Arlington VA
Steve Handy
Falls Church VA
Gulcin Halici
Arlington VA
Gary Linder
Middle River MD
MBCA National
Elections Update
Mercedes-Benz Club of America will conduct a national
election this fall to select four Directors at Large, and a
Regional Director for the Eastern Region. The following
MBCA members have been certified as candidates:
Directors at Large (4 to be elected) listed alphabetically:
Frank Cozza
Mason Beale
Julie Bruggner
Cliff Reyle
Scott Suits
Eastern Regional Director (1 to be elected):
James Roberts
A proposed Bylaw Amendment approved by the
National Board on May 14, 2016 for submission to the
MBCA active members for approval. The amendment is
regarding the office of the national president.
This year will be the first year for on-line voting. Please
update your e-mail address with the club! The new on-line
voting will be streamlined and save the club funds if we do
not need to send out a paper ballot. Please call or e-mail us
Top: Paul (55.913 time) & Jenna (71.656 time) G’s CLK430
with your new or corrected e-mail address.
- Steve
Ross - 2016 National Election Committee Chair
Metro Tri-Star
at the April GWS Autocross. Bottom: Frank J’s (65.569
time) SLK230 at the June event. For more info see the
Facebook Page for GWS AX
Photos by Harry Newman
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2016 Deutsche Marque Concours d’Elegance
2016 Deutsche Marque Awards
A cold Spring day brought out the SL’s to the Deutsche
Marque Concours at Nottoway Park in Vienna VA on the
rain date of May 15.
Photo by: William W. Hopper
he 33rd annual Deutsche Marque Concours d’Elegance
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was held on Sunday, May 15, 2016 under a great,
big ball of fire in the sky! For the first time in years, our
rain date was needed after two weeks of incessant and
unseasonably cold deluges.
Luckily, the grounds of Nottoway Park in Vienna, Virginia
were surprisingly usable and, with vintage Porsche, BMW,
and Mercedes-Benz cars on the lawn, we made very good
use of them! Considering the unusual rescheduling, it was
great to see nearly thirty registrations for the Concours
Street and Concours Popular Choice competitions. While
the sun lasted, so, too, did the chilly weather, but it was
great to have Red Hot & Blue’s food truck on hand with hot
and spicy selections.
Personally, I would like to thank our volunteer judges for
a job well done, in alphabetical order: Robert Aftel, Dave
Best, Ralf Berthiez, Steve Buelt, Terry Kimmel, Bob Kish,
Norbert Lamp, Larry Phillips, Jonathan Silverman, and
David Van Duzer. Special thanks to Caroline Fineman,
GWS Secretary, for managing our Awards Reception and to
our indefatigable MBCA National Director At-Large, Bill
Hopper, for his unwavering support and expertise.
--Omar Abou-Zied, Chairman, Concours Committee
2016 Deutsche Marque Sponsors
Mercedes-Benz of Tysons Corner
www.mercedesbenzoftysonscorner.com
Odds & Ends Detailing
www.oddsandendsdetailing.com
D& V Auto Body
www.dandvautobody.com
Dent Masters
www.dentmasters.com
The Christopher Companies
www.christophercompanies.com
Speed Freak Detailing
http://www.speedfreakdetailing.com/
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Modern Coupe Class
1st Place: Jonathan Silverman, 2004 CL55 AMG
R107 Class
1st Place: Richard Sappington 1973 450SL
Modern SL-Class
1st Place: Dave Best, 2011 SL65 AMG
2nd Place: Pete Dougherty, 2005 SL65 AMG
3rd Place: Lewey Hale, 2013 SL550
R129 Class
1st Place: William Spitler, 1990 500SL
2nd Place: Peter Novick, 1990 500SL
3rd Place: Andrew Diem, 1996 SL320
Pagoda Class
1st Place: Mike Hughes, 1966 230SL
2nd Place: Gary & Robyn Tyler, 1967 230SL
3rd Place: Jim Bennett, 1970 280SL
Flagship S-Class
1st Place: Susan Kimmel, 1992 600SEL
2nd Place: Kevin Tesler, 1985 300SD
3rd Place: Robert Aftel, 1978 450SEL 6.9
People’s Choice Award: David Van Duzer, 1959 220S
Coupe
Judges’ Choice Award: William Spitler, 1990 500SL
Best of Marque Award: Dave Best, 2011 SL65 AMG
GWS member Dave Best’s 2011 SL65 AMG winner of the
Best of Marque Award at the 33rd Annual Deutsche Marque
Concours d’Elegance, held at Nottoway Park in Vienna VA
on May 15.
Photo by: William W. Hopper
Summer 2016
Calendar of Events
Visit the GWS-MBCA website or Facebook Group for the latest updates and activities:
http://GWS.MBCA.ORG/UPCOMINGEVENTS - All dates are subject to change.
July
10 GWS Summer Picnic, Newby Estate. North Potomac
MD. Carol Fineman 301.503.3869
secretary@gws-mbca.org
10 GWS Off Road Event, Peter’s Mill Run, Edinburg VA.
.Aaron Streater astreater@euromotorcars.com
17 GWS Autocross # 4, James Wood High School,
Winchester VA. Ben Weber ben@oasisbrandsinc.com
23 German Marque Golf Tournament, Raspberry Falls VA
Katie Gleeson president@gws-mbca.org
August
13 Mercedes-Benz Vehicle Preparation Center Tour, Fairfield Docks, Baltimore MD. Rick Schubert
410.452.8581 rick@allautomotive.us
14 GWS Autocross # 5, James Wood High School,
Winchester VA. Ben Weber ben@oasisbrandsinc.com
September
18 GWS Autocross # 6, James Wood High School,
Winchester VA. Ben Weber ben@oasisbrandsinc.com
October
2 AFRH Car Show, Armed Forced Retirement Home, Wash DC. Lew Baskerville the-hound@juno.com
9 GWS Autocross # 7, James Wood High School,
Winchester VA. Ben Weber ben@oasisbrandsinc.com
15 Rockville Antique Car Show, Ed Vaughn
edvaughan@verizon.net
TBD GWS Annual Meeting and Section Elections.
Carol Fineman 301.503.3869
secretary@gws-mbca.org
November
6 GWS Autocross # 8, James Wood High School,
Winchester VA. Ben Weber ben@oasisbrandsinc.com
Summer Greater Washington Section Events
2nd Annual Euro-Marque Golf Tournament Tour of the Baltimore Mercedes-Benz USA
Raspberry Falls Golf Course
Vehicle Preparation Center Baltimore MD
41601 Raspberry Dr Leesburg VA 20176
MBCA Members ONLY!
Saturday, July 23, 2016 @ 1 pm Sharp!
Join the Mercedes-Benz, BMW, Porsche, Aston-Martin, and
Audi clubs for a Texas (a.k.a Stuttgart) Scramble.
Must have a full foursome to compete in the Competitive
Flight. Incomplete foursomes play in the Non-Competitive
Flight. Best foursome score from each marque will be used
to determine the tournament winner.
Player Eligibility: Player must either be a member of one of
the representing car clubs or own a car of the marque they
are representing Dinner and Concours: Following golf
tournament.
Cost: $105/per player Contests: $10/player paid in cash on
the day of the tournament will enter them in four Closest to
the Pin contests and one Longest Drive contest ($2 will be
distributed to each contest and winner takes the cash).
Saturday, August 13, 2016 - 9 am to Noon
Can’t join one of the MBCA German Tours this summer?
Mark your calendar and make your reservation for a spot
on the tour of the summer! A tour of the first stop where
Mercedes-Benz’s land in the United States, before going on
to dealers for delivery to their new owners.
Have you been to the Mercedes-Benz factory before? Have
you ever been surrounded by thousands and thousands of
brand new Mercedes-Benz’s of every model, color size and
shape. We are pleased to announce on Saturday August
13th at 9 am a guided tour of the Mercedes-Benz Vehicle
Preparation Center (VPC) will be given. The VPC is
located at the Port of Baltimore in the Fairfield area and is
the distribution point for all vehicles going to dealerships
from Maine to Virginia and west to Colorado. The VPC
is responsible for final production line quality checks and
For Info: Katie Gleeson president@mbca-gws.org anything necessary to send new MB’s to market.
The cost for this event will be $20 and current MBCA
Show your Mercedes-Benz off at
Membership will be required, as will proper identification to
enter the facility. Exact meeting location will be e-mailed to
Redskins Rides
attendees upon reception of their registration and event fee.
Register via: msreg.com/GWSTourofMBUSAVPC
Saturday August 27 Noon to 5 pm
Join MBCA members for an amazing car show at Redskins We are planning a brunch at the port and will be focusing
Park in Ashburn VA. Register at https://redskinsrides.com/ in on Maryland Crab cakes!! (Brunch costs will be on your
Use Code GWSMBCA on your registration to get the 40% own, and are not included in the event fee.)
For Info:
discount.
Rick Shubert rick@allautomotive.us
For Info: Carol Fineman carol.fineman@gmail.com
Metro Tri-Star
443.307.1086
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GWS Spring Events
GREATER WASHINGTON SECTION Holds
the Annual Mercedes-Benz High Mileage
Certification and Service Clinic At Euro
Motorcars Bethesda MD
On Saturday, April 23, 2016, the Club held its annual High
Mileage Certification Event at Euro Motorcars (now known
as Mercedes-Benz of Bethesda).
Sponsoring the event, as they have done for many years now,
were the professionals at Euro, including Jeremy Giagani,
Service Manager, assisted by Mike Lang, long-time Service
Advisor, and a host of experienced Technicians, Porters, and
supporting staff.
Euro Motorcars was prepared, and could not have been
more gracious in their support of our Club and this event.
Club participation was lighter than usual (less than 10 cars)
due to heavy morning rain, and conflicting events. However,
those who couldn’t make it missed:
-One-on-one attention by the most experienced Technicians
in the area
-Nice breakfast spread including bagels
-Even nicer lunch spread including several kinds of
sandwiches
- Camaraderie with other club members and Euro staff in a
relaxed setting.
Those that attended, whose vehicles were certified, will
have mailed to them, directly from Mercedes-Benz USA, an
enameled Star Badge, with mileage level noted (250,000 –
500,000 or 1,000,000 kilometer Awards are available), along
with an engraved Certificate, all at no charge.
If you have a Mercedes-Benz which is eligible for a High
Mileage Award, and you wish to take advantage of this
complimentary service offered by MBUSA, be sure to make
plans to attend next year’s High Mileage Event, which will
again be held in mid-April, at Euro Motorcars Bethesda.
- Submitted by Pete Engel, Technical Chairman
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All Aboard the
Transportation Truck to
STARFEST 2016!
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GWS-MBCA members David Van Duzer
and Tony Stagnolo are seeking four more
cars to join their transport truck to Starfest
August 3-6, 2016.
Having six cars on the truck will reduce the
round trip to $850 total or about $142 per
car. Fewer cars will increase the price. If you
are interested in joining them, then please
contact David Van Duzer at your earliest
convenience.
e-mail: vanduzerdavid@gmail.com
--Omar Abou-Zied, Chairman, Concours
Committee
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Summer 2016
2017 C-Class Coupe
At first look, you will do a double take: Is this Mercedes-Benz’s
top-of-the-line luxury coupe? The lines flow elegantly from
the hood to the trunk, Check! The long hood and sloping
roof line, Check! Muscular rear haunches and slippery, sexy
looking trunk, Check! The 2017 C-Class Coupe is similar
to the full size S-Class Coupe, but with more approachable
proportions. The diamond grill, which became popular with
the CLA, is the key design feature that differentiates the two.
Mercedes-Benz hopes that a coupe version of it’s biggest
selling model, the mass-market C-Class, will appeal to a wider
audience, a younger audience, one not needing extra doors,
C-Coupe is more than just a mini S-Coupe with great lines, but still looking for all the safety, technology, and great design
fore and aft. (Diamond grill and all the technology one could
want is in the well priced C-Class.) Photo by: William W. Hopper that the brand is so well-known for.
While the US government classifies the C-Coupe as a subcompact, is four inches longer, and three inches wider than the previous generation. While the exterior of this high-strength,
steel-reinforced cabin, complete with a panoramic sunroof, is impressive, it is inside where the driver and passenger benefit
most. Similar to the sedan, the coupe has touches that are different. The sound system’s speakers are built into the frame for
more bass. Sportier high-back seats feature extendable thigh support, so no matter your height, you are comfortable on long
drives in the coupe. The iconic seat belt extenders, once a hallmark of the classic full size S-Coupe, the SEC, hand you your
seat belt. Cup holders that will hold 1 liter bottles are larger than before. The dashboard is still round gauges, not flat screens
like the S-Coupe. The center instrument stack provide easy reach to controls for the radio and HVAC. Keyless start and
Mbrace are standard. Optional features are many: Heads up display, Burmeister premium surround sound, and Air Balance
(just like the S-Coupe), as well as a number of premium packages.
Performance is impressive for a 2.0 liter 4-cylinder turbo charged engine, with 241 HP, 273 LP torque, mated to a
7G-Tronic 7-speed automatic transmission with DYNAMIC SELECT provides a 5.9 seconds zero to 60 time. Select one
of the multiple settings (Eco, Comfort Sport, Sport Plus and Independent,) to adjust engine, steering, and transmission to
fit your driving style. While rear-wheel drive is standard, there is a 4MATIC All-Wheel Drive (a $2K option,) that provides
additional traction and peace of mind in areas that experience inclement weather. I was pleased with the 28 miles per gallon
the 4MATIC equipped model I drove during two days in a mix of city, suburban, and highway driving.
Nimble handling, a hallmark of the C-Class. While the ride is tight with the standard sport suspension, if you want more
control of the softness or sportiness of the ride, order the optional AIRMATIC Air suspension (a $1200 option,.) Eighteen
inch wheels are standard, or chose the optional 19” AMG rims. You can also customize the coupe’s appearance with a
number of optional packages.
Advanced technology is what the new C-Coupe is all about, providing added safety to the equation in the long list of
standard equipment. In addition to the normal Anti lock Brakes, Mercedes-Benz provides Brake Assist System®, Electronic
Stability Program®, Attention Assist®, Collision Prevention Assist ®, Pres-Safe, and Adaptive Brake technology. The C-Coupe
has LED headlights, daytime running lights and tail lamps as standard. Rearview camera options including surround view,
are available. DISTRONIC PLUS with steering assist, lane keep, and speed limit assist, blind spot and pre-safe can all be
added to the mix.
For those wanting a drop top or more power, wait
until this Fall when the C-Coupe Cabriolet, a C43,
and a C63 Coupe with a wide-body option become
available. Unlike the C-Class Sedan, the C-Coupe,
as
well as its engine and transmission is made in the German
assembly plants. (The US-sold sedan is made here
in
the award winning, world-class Alabama factory.) With the
C-Coupe, you can take European delivery, which offers the
added advantage of a few days in Europe and a chance to
experience Mercedes-Benz’s delivery center.
Again Mercedes-Benz provides a strong value in the
ownership of their vehicles. The only downside that I can see
is that the $42,600 base price can elevate quickly with a few
desirable options to a $60K plus price tag. While the past
two generations of C-Coupes have failed to generate market C-Class Coupe’s interior design is pure Mercedes-Benz.
buzz, this one surely will with its elegant and sporty design, Plenty of information: on the dash, center screen, and even
on the optional heads-up display. Driver and passenger
as well as a complete cadre of safety features.
comfort are excellent.
Photo by: William W. Hopper
William West Hopper
Metro Tri-Star
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The Trading Post
Cars:
1983 Mercedes 300D Silver exterior, blue leather interior, 146k
mi. Two owner car. No accidents, no smoking, front tires only
2,000 miles, new battery 12/2015, new ball bearings 10/2015,
inspected thru Nov. ‘16 $4K OBO Barbara 443.695.5367
bncstratton2@yahoo.com
1989 560SL Champagne/Tan 110K mi, Good Condition, Clean
2nd Owner, 2 tops hard & soft, recently replaced fuel control
module, timing control module, valve cover gaskets, left
window motor, rear brake & pads. $7,900 MUST SELL!!! Rhonda
or Alvin 410.960.0096 blondeywk@gmail.com
1991 560SEC Smoke Silver Metallic / Parchment. 64K mi.
Immaculate, paint was refreshed in 2015. Original CA car,
all stock with correct AMG Aero I wheels. Meticulously
maintained, including all important timing chain 5K ago and
new compressor. Gorgeous, needs absolutely nothing to enjoy.
$17K Rick 301.325.5886
1999 MB SL500 Black/Silver, 2 tops/Silver soft top matches silver
interior. Interior leather new & many improvements w/in last 3
yrs. 18in AMG rims and new Michelins, records available - 60k
service at 57K. Rack & Hoist for hardtop included. $15K Dick,
703.623.5468
Parts:
PARTS donated to your Section to sell for donation to charity.
1994 W129 SL600 Rear brake pads. Part # A 002 420 15 20,
unopened box. Late W201 or Early W202 rear brake pads, open
box. W202 C280 Oil FIlters, various, new opened box, W208
side vew Mirror, open box. Make Offer, pick up at club event.
Contact: Section Treasurer, David 202.363.4189 treasurer@mbcagws.org
Mercedes-Benz ML Front & Rear Grill Guards. Fits 1998-2005
W163 ML. All hardware included. Good used condition.
Buyer must pick up (Gaithersburg, MD). Asking $100. Steven
301.758.7964 plantdoctor1@verizon.net
Mercedes 280 SL parts. NEW full face hubcap for Mercedes
280 SL chassis number 113 in original package set of four $800
Mercedes Star & Barrel $1000, Mercedes Grille Assembly asking
for $2000 or make an offer, Parts are Brand NEW in Original
package!! Rachel 703.898.0909 rachel@carcollisionctr.com
Mandrus Mannheim Wheels: Size19 x 8.5 and 19 x 9.5 Chrome
Bolt Pattern 5 x 112 Mandrus Wheels are made ONLY for
M-Benz. Like new $1000 plus shipping. Mr. Thomas,
202-246-4639 or banditscoop@aol.com
Trading Post Items are taken from mbca.org
LEGENDS OF THE
AUTOBAHN
2016
If you would like to post items for sale or that you want, do it on mbca.org. That way the entire membership can view online, in
The Star, and on local section websites, just another benefit of membership in MBCA.
go to https://www.mbca.org/create-classified-ad
Warren Bain
®
The Legend Continues
Legends of the Autobahn® is a celebration of the world’s pre-eminent German vehicle
brands – Mercedes-Benz, BMW and Audi. Participants are invited to revel in the
beauty, prowess and grace of German automotive engineering, catch sneak-peeks
of new vehicle releases and savor the rare models each marque will have on display.
Celebrating Performance and Motorsports
Don’t miss
this year’s Legends:
Friday, August 19th
9 AM to 3 PM
Nicklaus Club
Monterey, California
For 2016, Mercedes-Benz at Legends of the Autobahn will feature a special
performance class for cars that have been modified or tuned. This includes cars that
have been modified for performance and/or appearance, such as pre-merger models
from AMG, or modified Mercedes-Benz from Lorinser or Brabus. Mercedes-Benz
automobiles used in racing are also invited to participate.
For more information on how to register your Mercedes-Benz for the judged Concours,
the display-only corral, or the Silver Star Preservation Class, visit www.legendsoftheautobahn.org
or contact Allen Stephens at 503-708-0397 or allen.c.stephens@gmail.com
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Warren served on the GWS Board as our Tech Chair
from 2009 until 2014. It is with deep sadness we
report on his passing on June first, a memorial service
was held on June 18 to honor him.
In addition to his passion for automobiles, especially
Mercedes-Benz’s he was also an avid model train and
stereo enthusiast. Warren was well respected in the
model railroading community.
Originally from Ontario Canada, Warren lived in
Northern Virginia for the better part of his adult life.
He will be missed by MBCA members from around
the region.
Summer 2016
Greater Washington Section Leadership
MBCA | GWS
Board of Directors
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The Iconic G-Class besides the new C-Class Coupe. (Right) The C-Class Coupe has the Diamond Grill, otherwise it is a
small size version of the S-Class Coupe. Read about the new 2017 C-Class Coupe inside, this newsletter, reviewed by
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