Of all the brands in the world, Mercedes Benz stands apart because of its storied history and reputation for luxury and excellence. Mercedes vehicles attract a specific type of person who shares the same values as the company.
Because of these shared values, an exciting culture has grown around the Mercedes-Benz brand, with people all over the globe organizing Mercedes clubs, events, and more. If you’re looking to get pointed in the right direction and find a community of people who love their Mercedes as much as you love yours, read on. We’ve put together a brief guide to help you put your finger on the pulse of the Mercedes lifestyle and explain how you can become a part of it.
Mercedes-Benz Clubs
One of the easiest ways to get plugged into a community of like-minded Mercedes lovers is to join a Mercedes club. There are tons of these clubs across the world, but for people in the States, the best option is probably the Mercedes Benz Club of America (or MBCA).
Clubs organize a huge variety of events, including everything from races, defensive driving classes, and car competitions to barbeques and holiday parties.
Different clubs also offer various benefits. An MBCA membership can get you deals on cars, parts, and insurance, access to MBCA’s own “The Star Magazine,” and other great opportunities.
All clubs officially recognized by Mercedes-Benz (including MBCA) get additional perks, like a special membership card, free access to the Mercedes-Benz museum, a subscription to “Classic Magazine,” and access to the exclusive online club lounge website.
Mercedes-Benz Museum
Worth the trek for any Mercedes acolyte, the Mercedes-Benz Museum in Stuttgart, Germany, is a great place to learn more about Mercedes-Benz history and take part in Mercedes culture.
Opened in 2006 in an incredibly modern building designed to recall the shape of a Wankel engine, the museum features over 160 cars in pristine condition and features two tours you can take to learn more about the history and development of Mercedes vehicles through the ages.
Aside from the extensive collection, the museum also hosts different exhibitions and events, and even a Museum Store where your club membership can get you a discount.
Concours d’Elegance
If you’re looking to see a lot of beautiful old and new Mercedes models in one place, a concours d’elegance is the perfect place. French for a “competition of elegance” is a gathering where the nicest cars are shown off and judged closely by an expert committee.
There are many of these events throughout the year in the United States, and you don’t necessarily have to have a mint-condition car to attend. Even for those not competing it’s a great opportunity to check out cars that you’ve never gotten a chance to see before in the best possible condition.
Events take place in:
- Greenwich, CT,
- Amelia Island, FL,
- Pebble Beach, CA
- and other places!
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