9 SHOCKING SECRETS About The Mercedes Benz W123 (1975-1985)

9 SHOCKING SECRETS About The Mercedes Benz W123 (1975-1985)

A 1976 Mercedes-Benz W123 taxi in Greece just crossed 4.6 million kilometers — on its original engine. That’s the equivalent of driving to the moon and back six times, and it’s still running strong.

But this isn’t just a story about mileage — it’s a story about engineering immortality.

In this video, we uncover the secrets behind one of the most over-engineered cars ever built — a machine that redefined reliability, reshaped Mercedes-Benz forever, and proved that true craftsmanship never dies.

From Bruno Sacco’s timeless design to the indestructible OM617 diesel engine, from its vacuum-powered central locking system to its bulletproof suspension built for punishment, every detail of the W123 was created with one goal: to last forever.

Discover how this car survived desert heat, Arctic cold, and decades of relentless abuse — yet still looks and drives like it was built yesterday.

Because some machines aren’t just made.
They’re engineered for eternity.

Chapters:
1. The Taxi That Went to the Moon (And Back)
2. The Design That Defied Time
3. The Engine Built for Immortality
4. The Suspension That Never Quit
5. The Vacuum System That Outlived Electricity
6. Built for the World — Arctic to Sahara
7. Why the W123 Still Runs After 50 Years
8. The Legacy That Changed Mercedes Forever

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