The W138 emerged as Mercedes-Benz refined its mid-range offering during the mid-1930s, combining modern engineering with timeless elegance.
Development focused on creating a more accessible Mercedes without compromising the engineering standards the marque was renowned for worldwide.
Introduction in 1935 positioned the W138 as an ideal vehicle for executives and discerning customers seeking pre-war German automotive craftsmanship.
Production concluded in 1940 as the automotive industry shifted toward wartime manufacturing and military applications.
Production timeline
- 1935Introduction
- 1940Production ends
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