The SL Rally Arrives at Mercedes-Benz World

WEYBRIDGE - August 5, 2008: Members of the world’s oldest Mercedes-Benz Club will descend on Mercedes-Benz World in Weybridge, Surrey, on Sunday 10 August for their annual SL Rally.

The event will feature a display of hundreds of classic Mercedes-Benz cars open to the public, which will also be seen in action on the handling circuits at various points throughout the day.

Ian Keers, Club Chairman of the Mercedes-Benz Club, commented: “The SL Rally really is an unmissable event for car enthusiasts in the UK. We will have examples of all models of Mercedes-Benz SL – from the Gullwing, Roadster 300SL, Pagodas and R107s to the very latest models.”

Peter O’Halloran, managing director of Mercedes-Benz World, added: “We are proud to play host to the SL Rally, which is attended by such loyal enthusiasts of Mercedes-Benz. I would like to personally encourage members of the public to come down and support this special event which we are fortunate enough to have on our doorstep.”

The Mercedes-Benz Club is the only UK club recognised by Mercedes-Benz UK Ltd. Founded in 1952, it offers members a busy programme of events in addition to technical support, discounts from dealers and insurers, exclusive terms from hotels and ferry operators, club merchandise, an active website and a monthly, full colour, 90-plus page, A4 magazine.

To join the Mercedes-Benz Club please call 0845 6032660 or visit www.mercedes-benz-club.co.uk

For further information on the SL Rally or other forthcoming events at Mercedes-Benz World, telephone 0870 400 4000 or visit www.mercedes-benzworld.co.uk

Mercedes-Benz World is open daily from 10am to 6pm, seven days a week (except Christmas Day and Boxing Day), and admission is free.