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1964 Merc


1964 Merc
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Copyright: Renier Figuracion (kiwi_explorer) Gold Star Critiquer/Silver Workshop Editor/Gold Note Writer [C: 398 W: 18 N: 426] (2659)
Genre: Places
Medium: Black & White
Date Taken: 2008-02-24
Categories: Event
Photo Version: Original Version
Theme(s): Cars & Autos [view contributor(s)]
Date Submitted: 2008-02-24 18:28
Viewed: 606
Favorites: 1 [view]
Points: 54
[Note Guidelines] Photographer's Note
Yesterday I went to a classic car exhibition. I'm not a car enthusiast but just went there to take photos. I did a bit of research in the web about this model and saw this article in Octane Magazine.

"In 1963 the Mercedes-Benz 230 SL, internally dubbed 'W 113', was displayed to the public as a replacement for the 190 SL and the legendary 300 SL. Both had been extremely popular automobiles. The 230, 250, and 280 SL comprised the third generation of the Super Leicht, meaning Super Light. The 230 SL was able to continue the proud tradition established by its predecessor by doubling the sales rate when compared with the 190 SL models best year.

The 230 was a revolutionary design for the Mercedes SL model line, dressed in elegantly squared surfaces and proportions and offered as a GT two-seater roadster or coupe. It was a drastic restyle when compared to it predecessors. The 230, 250, and 280 SL were powered by a inline-six cylinder engine and outfitted with front disc brakes and a single pivot independent rear suspension. The 230 SL was capable of 125 mph and was available with either an automatic or 4-speed manual transmission. It was the first time an SL had been offered with an automatic transmission. A third version was introduced in May of 1966 with a 5-speed gearbox.

It was not only a fast car but a safe car with its use of deformation zones located in the front and the rear. The roadster version even had a collapsible hood. Production continued until 1967. During its final year of production there were 135 examples produced. Entire production was nearly 19,400."

The reflection in the hood is actually the sky. The car was so well polished that almost everything on it shines and reflects.
shelbeesmom, OeilMagique, limba3, JohnTulip, chrisJ, japiey, tanburi, Benedict, vandana2923, jazmin, zhelach, Ramdan, mikolaj_cava, szatanowska, MLINES, beyza has marked this note useful
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Wow Renier, my kind of car! Really nice contrasts, love BW on this type of shot. People, cars, motorcycles, architecture is just so much more in black and white! Love it!...is it yours?
Linda
B-)

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  • Noslo Gold Star Critiquer/Gold Star Workshop Editor/Gold Note Writer [C: 222 W: 70 N: 117] (920)
  • [2008-02-24 18:51]

Really well done. Thanks for sharing!

Hi Renier
Excellent POV when combined to the b&w presentation with the
reflections and the all black bg creates a very eye pleasing image
of this classic.

Paul

Hello Renier,
This image is captivating, even from the thumbnail! I only wish that there were just a liiiitle bit more "breathing" room in the crop around the headlights. Beautiful cloud detail in the hood. Nice job.
Just curious, did you turn the area around the car black, or was it on some sort of pedestal?

Hello Renier,
Tight framing and fine details in this aging beauty!
Great details, and the cloudy sky reflects nicely...
Greetings,
Pablo -

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  • limba3 Gold Star Critiquer/Gold Star Workshop Editor/Gold Note Writer [C: 1082 W: 436 N: 421] (13320)
  • [2008-02-25 0:51]

Hi Renier
Great model and perfectly presentation.
Anna

Renier,
may have told you before not to be a b/w fan
but Mercedes and more:
a Mecedes from 1964
realy beats it all
Nice one
TFS
John

Hello Renier.
Yes that was a beautiful car at that time. Nice picture you took of it. Good note too.
Regards from Jan

Hi Renier

Wonderful reflections, in the shiny chrome. A superb b&w image, with good sharpness, contrast & tonal range. I like the distortion from the wide angled lens. Tfs!

Hi Renier,

Wow...
Superb shot.
Great in presentation.

All the best, dear friend.

jp

Hi Renier,
Wonderful B/W shot. Choice of black and white give me feeling of old.Eyecathing beauty my friend
Selahattin E

Hi Renier,
you posted here an artistic image, the black part around the great car makes it more impressive, the reflections add a superb effect, like it is a design on the car.
Best wishes.
Evangelos

hi renier,
altho i myself am not "active" here on TL, i welcome you nevertheless. maganda lahat ang mga BW uploads mo at in the meantime, this vintage MB caught my attention. gusto mo bang palitan yan sa M500 ko, kidding, i wish i had one! nice work as usual, just like your uploads on TE. bisitahin mo naman kami sa TE once in a while, okey?
have a good one, Bai.
benedict

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  • azaf1 Gold Star Critiquer/Gold Star Workshop Editor/Gold Note Writer [C: 740 W: 61 N: 1255] (6932)
  • [2008-02-25 5:38]

Nice Mercedes, Renier
Good shining outside and a nice POV just like in the adverts
TFS
Argiris

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  • nova Gold Star Critiquer/Gold Star Workshop Editor/Gold Note Writer [C: 2735 W: 263 N: 864] (8653)
  • [2008-02-25 7:11]

Nice picture.Beautiful car model.I love the reflection of the sky on the car,interesting visual effect.How did you manage to get some black all around the car?
Michel

Hi, Renier!

Old and beautiful! Excellent work with nive reflections and lights.

jazmin

Hello Renier!
Beautiful B&W Mercedes! Good composition and lights! Bravo!
TFS, Best regards, Zorica

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  • Ramdan Gold Star Critiquer/Silver Workshop Editor/Gold Note Writer [C: 701 W: 31 N: 1420] (5756)
  • [2008-02-25 21:27]

Hi Renier,
Great details and reflection. And this pov which resulted to a symmetrical image worked really well to present the beauty of the classical Merc. Nice shot, Renier.
Regards,
Ramdan.

Wonderful picture, Flying Mercedes!
Lena

Hello Renier,
A classic oldie presented in very elegant way.
Sharp, nice POV, good details and well managed contrast in this BW shot. TFS
Vandana
later

Hello Renier! Amazing car. Wonderful lightness and sharpness. Very original POV. Fantastic capture. Good luck!

wow.. a classic.. looks realy great.. TFS

wow wonderful B&W of this vintage car, deciding to make it B&W was just perfect, great contrast, plus the black BG, and great notes to, TFS

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  • MLINES Gold Star Critiquer/Gold Star Workshop Editor/Gold Note Writer [C: 1305 W: 96 N: 1023] (8484)
  • [2008-04-12 22:19]

Hi Renier, This was a favorite car to admire as a youth. I like the POV and clarity including the shininess even in B&W. IGood work. TFS. Murray.

Hi Renier!
Amazing lightness. Amazing shadows.
Wonderful effect.
Good take.
Cheers!

Hi Renier! I really admire your black and white collection! It is definitely your thing. I like this shot. It is very vintage! Not only the car, but the style of the photo looks totally vintage. I don't know if you can understand that, but that's what I think - lol : anyways, nice job. I like this shot a lot. keep up the nice work.
*** Ursula ***

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  • beyza Gold Star Critiquer/Silver Workshop Editor/Silver Note Writer [C: 53 W: 20 N: 12] (246)
  • [2008-07-03 10:43]

Merhaba;
Arabanın kaportasındaki ışık yansımalarını çok beğendim.

Haktan...

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