Premiere of new ‘Fintail’ from Mercedes-Benz Classic at the Nürburgring
Six-cylinder saloon competes in the race series organised by Fahrergemeinschaft Historischer Rennsport e.V. (FHR)
Mercedes-Benz Classic has based the ‘Fintail’ for historical motorsport events on models from the 1960s
Involvement in this race series harks back to Mercedes-Benz’s long-distance rally triumphs and customer racing in the 1960s
Stuttgart – A ‘Fintail’ based on the Mercedes-Benz 220 SE model (W 111 series) will compete in the season final of the long-distance cup organised by Fahrergemeinschaft Historischer Rennsport e.V. (FHR) on 22 and 23 October 2011 at the Nürburgring. Its participation in this race reflects the commitment of Mercedes-Benz Classic to upholding the traditions of the brand, which itself has a remarkable history in motor racing, and encouraging private drivers to take part in historical motorsport events. Mercedes-Benz Classic is a partner of the FHR race series. The ‘Fintail’ will be driven by British journalist Andrew Frankel and former touring car driver Klaus Ludwig. The vehicle has been built by the Mercedes-Benz Classic Center in accordance with the regulations laid down in Appendix K of the international sports regulations of the FIA (Féderation Internationale de l’Automobile).
