Mercedes-Benz W100 600 Hearserod
I tried to think of the most unlikely car to be modified into a hearserod (that nonetheless would be good at the job). My solution - the Mercedes-Benz W100 600 - the supreme Mercedes-Benz model from the 1960s.
The 600 was fitted with the 6.3L M100 V8 engine, producing a conservative 250 hp. An engine more than twice the size of any contemporary Mercedes model.
The 600 was built on two main wheelbase lengths. A standard car with 126 in (3,200 mm), and a Pullman model 153.5 in (3,900mm). Surprisingly, the standard wheelbase is long enough to produce a hearse, in part due to the long rear overhang of the car.
Some hearse models were built from W100 chassis, though much more formal and dignified than today's example.
For this modified hearserod I have lowered and tapered the roof, dumped the suspension, and fitted oversize wheels. Already a clean looking car, this version limits chrome trim to the bumpers, grille, lamps and upper window surround.
This is my last build for #mocaroundgang #mocaround56 for #hearserod models, hosted on instagram by @poppalars
Mercedes-Benz W100 600 Hearserod
I tried to think of the most unlikely car to be modified into a hearserod (that nonetheless would be good at the job). My solution - the Mercedes-Benz W100 600 - the supreme Mercedes-Benz model from the 1960s.
The 600 was fitted with the 6.3L M100 V8 engine, producing a conservative 250 hp. An engine more than twice the size of any contemporary Mercedes model.
The 600 was built on two main wheelbase lengths. A standard car with 126 in (3,200 mm), and a Pullman model 153.5 in (3,900mm). Surprisingly, the standard wheelbase is long enough to produce a hearse, in part due to the long rear overhang of the car.
Some hearse models were built from W100 chassis, though much more formal and dignified than today's example.
For this modified hearserod I have lowered and tapered the roof, dumped the suspension, and fitted oversize wheels. Already a clean looking car, this version limits chrome trim to the bumpers, grille, lamps and upper window surround.
This is my last build for #mocaroundgang #mocaround56 for #hearserod models, hosted on instagram by @poppalars