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Old 03-04-2007, 09:25 AM   #6 (permalink)
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Re: "Why I drive 2 R129 SL's..." (Mercedes Enthusiast)

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I remember the first time I saw a R129, it was love a t first sight. Of course I had been seeing photos of it in car magazines for months before I finally saw it.

I still think it is Sacco's most fully realized design -- by this I mean I think the R129 embodies the Sacco design principles and style more clearly and thoroughly than any other car. It was the pinnacle of his career at Mercedes as far as I am concerned, his most perfect and pure design.
I'll scan something about Bruno Sacco ASAP. It will interest you for sure.

Maybe this summer I'll write a comprehensive review out my father's 500SL. It's a joy to drive and it looks pretty hot with the AMG rims he has on.
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