Introducing UGU, my 1969 Mercedes-Benz W114 250C. Her name is the result of her original registration plate and is pronounced u-goo.
Purchased in March 2012 she has motored her way into my heart and is very much considered a part of the family, even staring as our wedding car in 2013.
Designed by the legendary Paul Bracq, the W114 sedan rolled of the production line in 1968 followed the next year by the coupé. This makes UGU an early series one W114.
Powered by 2.5 litre straight six with twin Zenith carburettors, she was considered a sporty car in her day. The engine is coupled to a four speed, floor mounted automatic gearbox which sends power to the back wheels.
Independent suspension, power steering and disc brakes both front and rear make UGU a very usable classic car even on today's busy roads.
These links and video offer an insight to the designer and the car for those that are interested:
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