The content she produces is first class and she has great chemistry with people Film work, sound, editing - all spot on I vote for Nicole and Jason Camissa to be hired for a Top Gear reboot
I think what makes Nicole great is that she knows cars and she knows car people and understands what she is doing. At around the 24:00 mark he says "for Me, it checks all the boxes, " and then Nicole immediately asks, "what are those boxes?" I've seen waaaaaaaaay too many presenters just ignore that HIGHLY important question. It's as much about the owners/builders as it is about the cars. So many lose sight of that.
@@dudley7540 You people are from a different world really without respect for cultural values, importance of originality, especially in the automotive field. In Europe one does not alter significant cultural objects; those MB gullwings are rare, you bring them back to the exact original state, you preserve, you restore, you don't fit leds or whatever modern b*llsh*t., This is NOT restoring, it is raping.
@@3pan1 I would agree, but the car was a bitsa before the restoration - hardly any part belonged to any other, even if all were original to a 300SL. A faithful restoration would not have changed any of those drawbacks, so why not give it a different slant? After all, he could have fitted Wilwood discs, flared arches, a Tremec five-speed, and all of the other restomod hacks. The car still responds, sounds, and handles as the original did - just a bit more so!
My dream car. Period The engineer who created the original on a tube frame, Rudolf Uhlenhaut drove his 300SL 0001 to work every day, or to Norway to participate in a race, won it and drove the trophy in his car back home. And he became deaf on his left ear because his car had sidepipes wo mufflers. Couldn’t stop him from driving it till he died. Legend
Robert is too chill...with The King & Elvira in the rafters, snacking on jerky while Nicole is amazed by the Gullwing's virtues. Cool stuff, Mrs. Johnson 😁
I definitely got into the wrong line of work. I said people will always need a phone so I became a phone man. This is the work I would have really loved to do. These are not only cars, they are rolling art.
I was a telephone man too but if I'd had any guidance at school I'd have ended up working for Morgan.I've only been through the factory 6 times.I love that place.
Buddy has a small phone service here in Socal and hes about all closed up. Did nice systems for commerical residential, securtity systems etc . Very few willing to pay for it and even less using those systems.
Robert is one of the most laidback people I’ve ever seen. His attitude towards cars is exemplary. Do what you want and drive it. Nichole, find more guys like him.
In 1962, when I was 6 years old, my great-uncle picked up my parents and little brother in a gullwing (brother and I sat on the shelf in the back, Mom and Dad in the passenger seat). He drove us through Heidelberg Germany on the way to our grandparents house. All these years later and I still recall it clearly. This is NOT my uncle's 300SL! Robert - thanks for sharing your amazing creation with us. Nicole - again - thanks for taking us along for the ride!
The fact that he created a "Hot Rod" 300SL Gullwing (that is worth over a 1 million dollars MINIMUM) and had 2 or 3 more in the shop speaks volumes! Some are worth less, but they are ALL worth 1M at auction, unless its a basket case, which makes it worth 500k. Love that he treats it like a CAR, drives it, and that it stayed in his family! Such a raw and basic build probably makes it worth more, and I hope he keeps it and passes it down 👍
just restored my late father's car, a 46 old Peugeot . it took me 4 years . succeeded to bring it back to life, maybe not perfectly but easily drivable and reliable. never replaced anything but its original. no flashy colors or even one mechanical modification. so i understand the joy of driving a vintage unmodified car .
Nicole is so knowledgeable, and not fake TV knowledge, but a true motorhead that can relate to each person she interviews. I'm excited to see where her channel goes. #1 on my feed!
While still watching,... That engine development, sounds exactly like one would expect Mercedes to have done if they'd kept developing the car, gentle evolution and improvement, same with the LED tail lights and the light weight windows. As a Slant Six HyperPak driver,.. yeah, that lumpy inline six rasp, Love. It!.
My History Teacher had a 300SL Gull wing back in the 60's. He had the car shipped to Canada when he moved back in 57. The sound of those engines was so exotic. as was the styling. When he moved back to Germany in 73, the 300 was shipped back with him. I'm so happy I was lucky enough to be able to ride in his 300 a few times.
Very cool visit, and awesome cars ! The Hillside Strangler connection is the cherry on top of the story ! My English instructor ( and boxing coach) in Junior College (CCSF early 1980s) Mr. Moorhouse , owned a 55 300SL ( or 56 ) Couple like this, and he bought it as a basket case, fully restoring on his own in the mid ( to late 70s) 70s IIRC. It was silver with a burgundy interior, and was beautiful. He drove it regularly to school, and was able to securely park it at the staff parking area. It was a sight to behold.
In 1956 I was a caddie for the owner of Pirelli tires in Samedan (two towns east from St,Moritz) Switzerland. He played only nine holes that day so we had to drive to the ninth hole in the Mercedes 300SL. As a young kid at that time driving in a 300SL, was one of my biggest adventure I will never forget.Very nice presentation thank you.
Wonderful story. Robert is a very talented man and deserving custodian of these timeless cars. Thanks for this interview Nichole. Captivating for car lovers.
I watch a LOT of car channels on youtube but Detour is hands down my favorite, everything else goes down a notch on the watch now list when a Detour video drops. Always enjoyable, well done. And that gull wing, wow. Well done to Robert as well, an amazing car.
You did it again! Love the way it sounds and I can appreciate the work he did to get it to sound like that. He hit the perfect balance of reverence for the original making it his own. Well done.
Robert Webster wearing sunglasses looks just like Formula One driver Valtteri Bottas🤔😄. It's great that Robert Webster implements his own and unique vision and follows his own paths. And didn't imitate anyone.
The eyebrows on the sides of the Gullwing were actually added because water splashed up excessively without them during endurance racing and this solution fixed the issue! Greetings from Greece! Loved the episode 😃 Gullwings have the most presence of any car I've seen irl, stunning!
What, no carbon fibre bonnet? No 22" alloy wheels with spokes like scimitars and 1/2" thick tyres? Jokes aside, a beautiful piece of work, the craftsmanship [and sound] of that exhaust is unsurpassed. And seat belts out of a Me109?, very classy. The engine work is the epitome of 'what will work best' as the abiding principle, all thought out thoroughly. Rudi Uhlenhaut would have approved I reckon. And so good to see a 'young feller' doing it all!! Great work! And nicely driven, Nicole, excellent production and choice of location - New Mexico? Thanks, and please keep them coming, you two!
I subbed... again. Over time this will be shared with a few friends. Tremendous respect for your background, values, strength and perseverance. This is the top. And, and... your driving and joy of the experience? Well, yes, we felt the experience due to your quality of production.... dang just all of it. I've loved the gull wings since I was a kid and that was 60+ years ago. And, you get this... we are blessed by you sharing the folks and the cars, and you. Thanks... old Sam with the young heart.
Hello mario here, What a very cool Mercedes gold wing , and the sound wauw wauw wauw and its the best looking ever ! I like to drive it to nicole. 😅 Bye from mario.
Gawd, what a car. I've been to multiple car shows and never seen one, so this was all new to me. Watching a video is never full-on visceral, but Nicole's delight in driving and her intent to bring us along is the best I've experienced. And the merch bit at the end was a fun touch.
Have been close to but never driven 3 of them - LONG time ago I'd become friends witht the kid who inherited the local Benz dealership; he managed to snag the display of a pair of 'em in the showroom for a few weeks. Last one I again didn't get to drive but put my butt in was a '57 in a small 'cars and guitars' (honest) shop in Miami maybe 5-6 years ago. It was going out the door the next day to Cal for a million three. Your productions are ALWAYS just so superbly done, this no exception. Was fun to see somebody actually hot rod one of these things. How fun. I was petrified he was trashing an original, but it's obvious he'd created it from multiple sources. Fantastic.
That thing is freakin beautifully😯 Sounds amazing too 👌 I can imagine it four -wheel-drifting around corners on a track with those crossply tyres 🤘 Thanks Nicole 👍
When I was 8 yrs. old living in North Miami, 1963, a regular neighborhood just off 7th ave., a guy down the street from my house had a dark grey/ red interior SL gullwing. 1st time I saw one. Drove a convertible 300 SL in 1976.
verry cool car and the way he built it improving as the period allows and small conviniences that do not take away the specifics of the car ride. ❤❤❤❤❤
I’ve only watched two episodes of this channel, this one and the Ruffian Mustang. I may subscribe. I love this car. I’m doing the interior of my truck in plaid
Dang that sounds SO good, and I definitely felt like part of the experience (and sitting "shotgun" w/Caroll Shelby, wow) swear I'm a bigger fan with every episode, and finding you every bit as sincere and genuine in person was a real gift 🤗 thanks, Nicole... 😊🏁
Dear arminjehle. 👍👌👏 You're absolutely right, Sir! And when you take away the word cars, it's exactly the right terms describing Nicole Johnson too! 💚 Best regards, luck and health in particular.
Hey young lady. Another sweet ride. Brings back a few memories as I worked on one about 50 years ago. Absolutely hated getting in and out of it and I'm a little guy.
Almost everyone interested in cars knows that a 1955 300SL is a coupe with gull wing doors. It seems superfluous to call it a gullwing instead of a coupe. They’re beautiful cars, no matter what you call them.
Thanks again for this experience. I have never seen one of these cars in person and next to a Ferrari Dino, I think that the 300SL Gullwing is perfect. Nicole, you brought us along for the ride and let us hear the engine and its' many tones - perfect. I wish your shows were weekly and I agree that Haggerty should pick you up, let you do your thing, and make you a weekly channel. Robert is a cool guy with perfect taste in cars and friends. - Sno Dawg
One of the greatest automotive designs ever. I almost bought one at a classic car dealership at the mouth of the Pasadena Freeway back in the mid-seventies. Silver/blue with all the original factory luggage in the back. They were asking $15,000 for it and my ex-wife even said go for it. I got cold feet an passed, ouch. The oldest son across the street when I grew up had one and that really impressed me, but he was always working on it or had it in the shop. Great episode.
Well, that's one of the coolest things I've ever seen on RUclips. Thank you, Nicole. I, too, was "built" in 1955. I've always had a thing for these cars. When I was you, about seven, I got to sit in one. It was red with a red interior. I'll never forget it. But I never got the chance to ride in one. So very cool. What a sound! Car music. Car art. Thanks so much!
Top content Nicole, as always. I love what Robert's done to improve his SL and make it his own. This car has its own distinct story, history and character. I think Harry Metcalfe of "Harry's Garage" nailed it when he said he's interested in "characterful cars." Robert was delightful - great people and interesting cars - the ideal combination.
Been meaning to check this channel out for the longest, and boy am I glad I did. This is where it's at. I'm aware of your professional driving career (somewhat), but you are a TRUE professional in this form of automotive/human storytelling. You ooze charismatic charm. Being a professional musician myself, the artistic side of car life is important to me and you and your team nail it in all aspects, especially in the department of passion and appreciation. Your honesty truly shines through and I think that is the final ingredient to this stellar show you guys have created. Keep ripping asphalt!!!
Your videos are always outstanding. I really enjoy seeing the one-off vehicles and the people behind them. The energy you bring while you are exploring the vehicles is cool, too. Makes me want to be a better creator and maybe someday hand you the keys to my project. Keep up the good work!
These videos she makes are always representing the cream of the crop in vehicles. What a great job she has. Great cars lots of history. What makes this such a great video series is that it’s always awesome cars all presented by an equal awesome lady.
I had a 59 300SL coupe roadster for 31 years, and they are one of the most amazing examples of engineering, even stock ;) . I noticed she mentioned the resonance point for the engine. I used to run a bypass for the exhaust when ralling, but when muffled, you could easily detect the point of resonance. I sounded like a milk truck right up to 2900 RPM but as soon as you cross 3000 RPM the engine basically ignited. Many years ago, I used to run the track comm system at MAR (Mid America Raceway) and thus had to be present for most rally events, and the Porsche guys would let me participate with a few others. They only did it because I also owned an 83 911 slant nose. The only vehicle that ever had a better time was a race-prepared Firebird with a 440 cubic inch engine. I really do appreciate all the effort and sensible modifications you made to this beauty. I always thought the engine was right on the edge of just being right, and you have created what it should have been except Mercedes built it for the public. Oh, and when the bypass was in effect, you could hear the engine power as you closed in on 3000 RPM. The only thing that ever bugged me was the sheepskin diaphragm used in the injection. Either replace it every 18 to 24 months or be prepared to drive a milk truck ;) The only other pain was that I am 6'3" and at my size one had to make adjustments to be comfortable, heh.
Hi, Phil from New Zealand here. I love that car, 1st Time I've been for a ride in one so cool in lots of ways. thanks for letting me ride along to you both. Love your channel
OK, one of your best films ever. Dude is a character to say the least. Your sound guy deserves a raise, started listening to this and a little boom speaker, switched up to the old hi-fi with an amp, preamp and big old speakers to hear the back pressure, too good. Had the pleasure to see maybe 10 15, maybe 20 Gullwings on some sort of a rally in southern Utah. Ran hard with one fella through the canyons in my GTi For some reason seemed just about right. Pulled over at the hotel they were all staying at to talk to a few, but they were all older, maybe they needed to get to the buffet, or the bathroom so small talk was not in their best interest. Still a great thing to see so many beauties out on the road.
196k subs my ASS (c'mon youtube)... This is AWESOME! COOL CAR overload.... I LOVE vent windows, I hated that they disappeared in the 70s...I love how Robert is just chillin, enjoying the ride and the scenery
I’ve been a fan of the outlaw style of cars be it old Porsches, Beetles, Corvettes and now Mercedes. This version rocks! And those roads look fun too. Great show you have here young lady.
The story of Sterling Moss in the Milla Miglia running it flat out is a touchable story now that I’ve spent the time to watch this video Thanks for sharing
I am a German guy of 59 y and I have seen a gullwing driving on the road the last time 40 years ago. It was not part of a historic rallye. Just a normal drive vom A to B. I love your channel and I really appreciate your style.
"This car is a 1955..." that such a car should be be conceived and put in to production in 1955 W. Germany ... think of all the other 1955 vehicles and then you start realise how special a production vehicle this was. And its nice how Robert has done his thing with it but kept it in tune with the original. A great show as always Nicole, thanks for bringing us along.
I was in a little town in the netherlands while a tour of these dropped in, like 15 of them. Old german couples, all respectable and clean original cars. None of them as cool as this ofcourse.
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The content she produces is first class and she has great chemistry with people
Film work, sound, editing - all spot on
I vote for Nicole and Jason Camissa to be hired for a Top Gear reboot
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I think what makes Nicole great is that she knows cars and she knows car people and understands what she is doing. At around the 24:00 mark he says "for Me, it checks all the boxes, " and then Nicole immediately asks, "what are those boxes?" I've seen waaaaaaaaay too many presenters just ignore that HIGHLY important question. It's as much about the owners/builders as it is about the cars. So many lose sight of that.
@@mindeloman Thank you for that!
Sounds so sweet!
Agreed. It reminded me of an episode from Alain de Cadenet's Victory by Design.
I swear this could be a Haggerty show, the production is so great!!
This is better then Jason. ❤ I respect him, but the Cyber T nonsence bring his points down.
I'm guessing Nicole wants to stay on RUclips and work on a schedule she controls. She clearly has the talent to do a Hagerty show.
@riverbluevert7814 Thank you...I appreciate that!!
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This is better. This is the Nicole Johnson Detour show.
I love how Robert restored this how he wanted too rather than the established way.
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I'm Dutch and i can't tell you how disgusted i am.
@@3pan1 seriously?
@@dudley7540 You people are from a different world really without respect for cultural values, importance of originality, especially in the automotive field. In Europe one does not alter significant cultural objects; those MB gullwings are rare, you bring them back to the exact original state, you preserve, you restore, you don't fit leds or whatever modern b*llsh*t., This is NOT restoring, it is raping.
@@3pan1 I would agree, but the car was a bitsa before the restoration - hardly any part belonged to any other, even if all were original to a 300SL. A faithful restoration would not have changed any of those drawbacks, so why not give it a different slant? After all, he could have fitted Wilwood discs, flared arches, a Tremec five-speed, and all of the other restomod hacks. The car still responds, sounds, and handles as the original did - just a bit more so!
My dream car. Period
The engineer who created the original on a tube frame, Rudolf Uhlenhaut drove his 300SL 0001 to work every day, or to Norway to participate in a race, won it and drove the trophy in his car back home. And he became deaf on his left ear because his car had sidepipes wo mufflers. Couldn’t stop him from driving it till he died. Legend
Thank you for sharing with us...love it!!
That was the 300SLR , a completely different car and engine.
Robert is too chill...with The King & Elvira in the rafters, snacking on jerky while Nicole is amazed by the Gullwing's virtues. Cool stuff, Mrs. Johnson 😁
Haha...he was awesome!! Thank you so much for watching!!
I keep thinking about the strangler... (nods) good!
I laughed at that one. chill and a warped sense of humor. I like it.
I definitely got into the wrong line of work. I said people will always need a phone so I became a phone man. This is the work I would have really loved to do. These are not only cars, they are rolling art.
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I love the sound.
That is the kind of car you needn't worry about miles per gallon;
it's about SMILES per gallon... 😊
I was a telephone man too but if I'd had any guidance at school I'd have ended up working for Morgan.I've only been through the factory 6 times.I love that place.
Buddy has a small phone service here in Socal and hes about all closed up.
Did nice systems for commerical residential, securtity systems etc .
Very few willing to pay for it and even less using those systems.
Its never too late to do something new!. If this is your passion, make the plan to shift and do it. All the best to you brother.
Robert is one of the most laidback people I’ve ever seen. His attitude towards cars is exemplary. Do what you want and drive it. Nichole, find more guys like him.
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In 1962, when I was 6 years old, my great-uncle picked up my parents and little brother in a gullwing (brother and I sat on the shelf in the back, Mom and Dad in the passenger seat). He drove us through Heidelberg Germany on the way to our grandparents house. All these years later and I still recall it clearly. This is NOT my uncle's 300SL!
Robert - thanks for sharing your amazing creation with us. Nicole - again - thanks for taking us along for the ride!
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Amazing creation is just the word to look for🙏
That is a very cool car! 👍😊
The fact that he created a "Hot Rod" 300SL Gullwing (that is worth over a 1 million dollars MINIMUM) and had 2 or 3 more in the shop speaks volumes! Some are worth less, but they are ALL worth 1M at auction, unless its a basket case, which makes it worth 500k. Love that he treats it like a CAR, drives it, and that it stayed in his family! Such a raw and basic build probably makes it worth more, and I hope he keeps it and passes it down 👍
All of the cars Nicole toured are peace of art. Same as the people that built them. Creative people = creative outcome. ❤
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just restored my late father's car, a 46 old Peugeot . it took me 4 years . succeeded to bring it back to life, maybe not perfectly but easily drivable and reliable. never replaced anything but its original. no flashy colors or even one mechanical modification. so i understand the joy of driving a vintage unmodified car .
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Nicole is so knowledgeable, and not fake TV knowledge, but a true motorhead that can relate to each person she interviews. I'm excited to see where her channel goes. #1 on my feed!
That inline 6 is a melodious symphony of awesomeness !! 🤘
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Very well stated!! 👍
While still watching,... That engine development, sounds exactly like one would expect Mercedes to have done if they'd kept developing the car, gentle evolution and improvement, same with the LED tail lights and the light weight windows.
As a Slant Six HyperPak driver,.. yeah, that lumpy inline six rasp, Love. It!.
Yes...we agree!!
My History Teacher had a 300SL Gull wing back in the 60's. He had the car shipped to Canada when he moved back in 57. The sound of those engines was so exotic. as was the styling.
When he moved back to Germany in 73, the 300 was shipped back with him. I'm so happy I was lucky enough to be able to ride in his 300 a few times.
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Very cool visit, and awesome cars !
The Hillside Strangler connection is the cherry on top of the story !
My English instructor ( and boxing coach) in Junior College (CCSF early 1980s) Mr. Moorhouse , owned a 55 300SL ( or 56 ) Couple like this, and he bought it as a basket case, fully restoring on his own in the mid ( to late 70s) 70s IIRC.
It was silver with a burgundy interior, and was beautiful. He drove it regularly to school, and was able to securely park it at the staff parking area. It was a sight to behold.
In 1956 I was a caddie for the owner of Pirelli tires in Samedan (two towns east from St,Moritz) Switzerland. He played only nine holes that day so we had to drive to the ninth hole in the Mercedes 300SL. As a young kid at that time driving in a 300SL, was one of my biggest adventure I will never forget.Very nice presentation thank you.
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Wonderful story. Robert is a very talented man and deserving custodian of these timeless cars.
Thanks for this interview Nichole. Captivating for car lovers.
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I watch a LOT of car channels on youtube but Detour is hands down my favorite, everything else goes down a notch on the watch now list when a Detour video drops. Always enjoyable, well done. And that gull wing, wow. Well done to Robert as well, an amazing car.
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This must be one of the coolest gullwings! A dream for the eyes and ears ! 😎
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You did it again! Love the way it sounds and I can appreciate the work he did to get it to sound like that. He hit the perfect balance of reverence for the original making it his own. Well done.
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Robert Webster wearing sunglasses looks just like Formula One driver Valtteri Bottas🤔😄. It's great that Robert Webster implements his own and unique vision and follows his own paths. And didn't imitate anyone.
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The eyebrows on the sides of the Gullwing were actually added because water splashed up excessively without them during endurance racing and this solution fixed the issue! Greetings from Greece! Loved the episode 😃 Gullwings have the most presence of any car I've seen irl, stunning!
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Makes sense seen similar shaped pieces on the front/side of ships
😂 those outtakes at the end, summed it up....thx for another great production with a fascinating situation of human s & great material...🤙☀️
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Ok! The Maserati excited me like I was a teenager. That sound! I never would have thought that I would like a hot rodded 300 SL. Nice!
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I love how every part of every car in the garage has a story and a reason. Taking a classic car and making it more classic is the best part!
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What, no carbon fibre bonnet? No 22" alloy wheels with spokes like scimitars and 1/2" thick tyres?
Jokes aside, a beautiful piece of work, the craftsmanship [and sound] of that exhaust is unsurpassed.
And seat belts out of a Me109?, very classy.
The engine work is the epitome of 'what will work best' as the abiding principle, all thought out thoroughly. Rudi Uhlenhaut would have approved I reckon.
And so good to see a 'young feller' doing it all!! Great work!
And nicely driven, Nicole, excellent production and choice of location - New Mexico?
Thanks, and please keep them coming, you two!
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I subbed... again. Over time this will be shared with a few friends. Tremendous respect for your background, values, strength and perseverance. This is the top. And, and... your driving and joy of the experience? Well, yes, we felt the experience due to your quality of production.... dang just all of it. I've loved the gull wings since I was a kid and that was 60+ years ago. And, you get this... we are blessed by you sharing the folks and the cars, and you. Thanks... old Sam with the young heart.
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Hello mario here,
What a very cool Mercedes gold wing , and the sound wauw wauw wauw and its the best looking ever !
I like to drive it to nicole. 😅
Bye from mario.
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Fantastic 👏👏👏👏
Everything is Purpose Built for Enjoyment!!! A Driving Adventure 🤔... Enjoy 😊
Happy Motoring ✌️🤠💕
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amazing the tube header right but right under the intake manifold, makes me appreciate my cross flow head on my M104 '90 300SL
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Gawd, what a car. I've been to multiple car shows and never seen one, so this was all new to me. Watching a video is never full-on visceral, but Nicole's delight in driving and her intent to bring us along is the best I've experienced. And the merch bit at the end was a fun touch.
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Saw seven in the same place, 2021, Carbondale Colorado. Great show, great car, thanks😊
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It's just a work of one individual's art and function...Love it a lot.
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Awesome car and show as always Nicole ❤😊
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Hello my friend Nicole i love the video ❤
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Very cool and unique car. Great sound, and looks fun to drive.
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Great looks, great style - just like you in fact Nicole. Best wishes from Great Britain. 😃
Thanks so much! 😊 Best wishes to you as well.
Have been close to but never driven 3 of them - LONG time ago I'd become friends witht the kid who inherited the local Benz dealership; he managed to snag the display of a pair of 'em in the showroom for a few weeks. Last one I again didn't get to drive but put my butt in was a '57 in a small 'cars and guitars' (honest) shop in Miami maybe 5-6 years ago. It was going out the door the next day to Cal for a million three. Your productions are ALWAYS just so superbly done, this no exception. Was fun to see somebody actually hot rod one of these things. How fun. I was petrified he was trashing an original, but it's obvious he'd created it from multiple sources. Fantastic.
This car is an original!! He didn't trash it at all, he just put his own touch on it!!
Another great video Nicole, thank you. I had a slot car track many years ago and my favorite car was the Mercedes Gullwing.
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That thing is freakin beautifully😯 Sounds amazing too 👌
I can imagine it four -wheel-drifting around corners on a track with those crossply tyres 🤘
Thanks Nicole 👍
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A friend's dad had a 1962 3000SL roadster with knock off hubs, true spoke wheels. Everything was original and it was in perfect condition.
Thanks for sharing with us!!!
It would have been a 300sl. If it had knock off wheels, they would have been Rudge wheels. The 300sl never had wire wheels.
I personally love the roadster more than the gull wing..
Absolutly loved the video. loved the look of his version of the SL. Its timeless. Thanks Nicole
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Nice car, nice story, nice video again.
And you're nice too!! Glad you enjoyed!!
When I was 8 yrs. old living in North Miami, 1963, a regular neighborhood just off 7th ave., a guy down the street from my house had a dark grey/ red interior SL gullwing. 1st time I saw one. Drove a convertible 300 SL in 1976.
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Amazing video Nicole. And what an amazing car. It's one of the cars I want to at least drive once in my life.
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@@NicoleJohnsonsDetour For sure. My pleasure!
man, it sounds sick.... good one again Nicole! ( Netherlands here., nope never seen one out in the open.... )
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Classic one. Thanks from Sweden 🇸🇪
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Nicole, I have to admit that this 4 wheeled beauty is one of the best cars ever being built! I envy you!
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I absolutely love it. Greets from Antwerp Belgium!
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Robert is cool as a cucumber. Very cool car, thanks for sharing !
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verry cool car and the way he built it improving as the period allows and small conviniences that do not take away the specifics of the car ride. ❤❤❤❤❤
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Fantastic car and wonderful driving experience. Where was it shot. I know Arizona, but what road? That's some awesome scenery to go driving around in.
Damn I love early Mercedes Benz Engineering...Just to look at is a joy. Remember - 1950 !
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I’ve only watched two episodes of this channel, this one and the Ruffian Mustang. I may subscribe. I love this car. I’m doing the interior of my truck in plaid
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Dang that sounds SO good, and I definitely felt like part of the experience (and sitting "shotgun" w/Caroll Shelby, wow) swear I'm a bigger fan with every episode, and finding you every bit as sincere and genuine in person was a real gift 🤗 thanks, Nicole... 😊🏁
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Beautiful episode.
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Nice, pretty, famous and just really wonderful cars.
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Hey young lady. Another sweet ride. Brings back a few memories as I worked on one about 50 years ago. Absolutely hated getting in and out of it and I'm a little guy.
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Almost everyone interested in cars knows that a 1955 300SL is a coupe with gull wing doors. It seems superfluous to call it a gullwing instead of a coupe. They’re beautiful cars, no matter what you call them.
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Thanks again for this experience. I have never seen one of these cars in person and next to a Ferrari Dino, I think that the 300SL Gullwing is perfect. Nicole, you brought us along for the ride and let us hear the engine and its' many tones - perfect. I wish your shows were weekly and I agree that Haggerty should pick you up, let you do your thing, and make you a weekly channel. Robert is a cool guy with perfect taste in cars and friends. - Sno Dawg
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what a freaking cool car owned by a freakin cool guy
"i keep thinking about the strangler" "good"
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What a gorgeous version of the Gullwing. Thanks Nicole & team.
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My dad so weird on camera he was very excited the whole time.
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One of the greatest automotive designs ever. I almost bought one at a classic car dealership at the mouth of the Pasadena Freeway back in the mid-seventies. Silver/blue with all the original factory luggage in the back. They were asking $15,000 for it and my ex-wife even said go for it. I got cold feet an passed, ouch. The oldest son across the street when I grew up had one and that really impressed me, but he was always working on it or had it in the shop. Great episode.
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Maybe, given the history of the interior, Robert should get the leather tested...?
Well, that's one of the coolest things I've ever seen on RUclips. Thank you, Nicole. I, too, was "built" in 1955. I've always had a thing for these cars. When I was you, about seven, I got to sit in one. It was red with a red interior. I'll never forget it. But I never got the chance to ride in one. So very cool. What a sound! Car music. Car art. Thanks so much!
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Top content Nicole, as always. I love what Robert's done to improve his SL and make it his own. This car has its own distinct story, history and character. I think Harry Metcalfe of "Harry's Garage" nailed it when he said he's interested in "characterful cars." Robert was delightful - great people and interesting cars - the ideal combination.
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a gem. Absolutely gorgeous!!!! fav on the color, curves, and consistent video production quality...whew yeah!!
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Always a pleasure to see what Nicole puts out next. Top notch work as always, and the car sounds fantastic. Great job by the owner.
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Been meaning to check this channel out for the longest, and boy am I glad I did. This is where it's at. I'm aware of your professional driving career (somewhat), but you are a TRUE professional in this form of automotive/human storytelling. You ooze charismatic charm.
Being a professional musician myself, the artistic side of car life is important to me and you and your team nail it in all aspects, especially in the department of passion and appreciation. Your honesty truly shines through and I think that is the final ingredient to this stellar show you guys have created. Keep ripping asphalt!!!
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The best video yet! Just Wow! I looove Gullwings. Keep up the great work Nicole.
I’m going to check out your merch now 👍🏼
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Your videos are always outstanding. I really enjoy seeing the one-off vehicles and the people behind them. The energy you bring while you are exploring the vehicles is cool, too.
Makes me want to be a better creator and maybe someday hand you the keys to my project.
Keep up the good work!
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These videos she makes are always representing the cream of the crop in vehicles. What a great job she has. Great cars lots of history. What makes this such a great video series is that it’s always awesome cars all presented by an equal awesome lady.
Seriously? It was written all over your face !!!! What an exciting Car to Drive !!! Felt it
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Very well done 🤘
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I had a 59 300SL coupe roadster for 31 years, and they are one of the most amazing examples of engineering, even stock ;) . I noticed she mentioned the resonance point for the engine. I used to run a bypass for the exhaust when ralling, but when muffled, you could easily detect the point of resonance. I sounded like a milk truck right up to 2900 RPM but as soon as you cross 3000 RPM the engine basically ignited. Many years ago, I used to run the track comm system at MAR (Mid America Raceway) and thus had to be present for most rally events, and the Porsche guys would let me participate with a few others. They only did it because I also owned an 83 911 slant nose. The only vehicle that ever had a better time was a race-prepared Firebird with a 440 cubic inch engine. I really do appreciate all the effort and sensible modifications you made to this beauty. I always thought the engine was right on the edge of just being right, and you have created what it should have been except Mercedes built it for the public. Oh, and when the bypass was in effect, you could hear the engine power as you closed in on 3000 RPM. The only thing that ever bugged me was the sheepskin diaphragm used in the injection. Either replace it every 18 to 24 months or be prepared to drive a milk truck ;) The only other pain was that I am 6'3" and at my size one had to make adjustments to be comfortable, heh.
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I see where the corvette styling influences came from great car
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A Restomod Mercedes Gullwing? Everything was executed to the highest degree Robert, You are a lucky girl Nicole!!...
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Looks like you are having blast carving while you’re listening to that intoxicating sound from that exhaust. Love the video and car.
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Hi, Phil from New Zealand here. I love that car, 1st Time I've been for a ride in one so cool in lots of ways. thanks for letting me ride along to you both. Love your channel
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OK, one of your best films ever. Dude is a character to say the least. Your sound guy deserves a raise, started listening to this and a little boom speaker, switched up to the old hi-fi with an amp, preamp and big old speakers to hear the back pressure, too good. Had the pleasure to see maybe 10 15, maybe 20 Gullwings on some sort of a rally in southern Utah. Ran hard with one fella through the canyons in my GTi For some reason seemed just about right. Pulled over at the hotel they were all staying at to talk to a few, but they were all older, maybe they needed to get to the buffet, or the bathroom so small talk was not in their best interest. Still a great thing to see so many beauties out on the road.
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196k subs my ASS (c'mon youtube)... This is AWESOME! COOL CAR overload.... I LOVE vent windows, I hated that they disappeared in the 70s...I love how Robert is just chillin, enjoying the ride and the scenery
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I’ve been a fan of the outlaw style of cars be it old Porsches, Beetles, Corvettes and now Mercedes. This version rocks! And those roads look fun too. Great show you have here young lady.
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The story of Sterling Moss in the Milla Miglia running it flat out is a touchable story now that I’ve spent the time to watch this video Thanks for sharing
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Cool car!
Great presentation
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I’m not sure I have heard a 300 SL that sounds that great! Almost incomparable 🤯👍 Great vid, as ALWAYS!
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THIS is good.. ehhhrrrr - TV : ) Man - he is a laid back and cool guy ! And Nicole is just a real Gasoline Girl - LOVE it all ..
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Kudos to the audio engineers! Sounds great with ear buds, that inline 6 is awesome.
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Very cool car. Great interpretation of the marque.
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I am a German guy of 59 y and I have seen a gullwing driving on the road the last time 40 years ago. It was not part of a historic rallye. Just a normal drive vom A to B. I love your channel and I really appreciate your style.
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This Gullwing doesn't fit into any category typically shown at Pebble Beach, but it should still be on the Pebble Beach Concours tour in August!
The 300's are so amazing, I think it's a tough call to pick a favorite so I'll say all of them❤
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"This car is a 1955..." that such a car should be be conceived and put in to production in 1955 W. Germany ... think of all the other 1955 vehicles and then you start realise how special a production vehicle this was. And its nice how Robert has done his thing with it but kept it in tune with the original. A great show as always Nicole, thanks for bringing us along.
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Gorgeous car. Congratulations on buying it and keeping it "in the family." Thanks Nicole for the video.
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I aws born in 1955 and that has by one of my all time favorite cars forever!!!! Great video!!!
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I was in a little town in the netherlands while a tour of these dropped in, like 15 of them. Old german couples, all respectable and clean original cars. None of them as cool as this ofcourse.
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I have so much respect for you! Or is it envy ❤
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What a lovely car ..driven on the exhaust note not rev counter 👌
A rare car too
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Sensual beauty and raw power..Nicole too! ❤ thank you for the video
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