Mercedes 300 SEL 6.3 «Красная свинья» — лимузин, который обыграл гонщиков и породил AMG

1971, the 24 Hours of Spa-Francorchamps—one of the most dangerous circuits in the world. The start line is taken by the laughing stock of the entire paddock: a huge, heavy Mercedes executive car, a limousine for ministers and millionaires. A car that doesn't belong there. But by morning, this red sedan, nicknamed the "Red Pig," outshines the sleek Porsches and Fords, finishing second overall and first in its class. How did a luxurious limousine weighing nearly two tons manage to outperform real racing cars? And why did this car begin the story of one of the most feared names in the motoring world? This episode tells the true story of the Mercedes 300 SEL 6.3 and its racing version from the tiny AMG workshop: how engineer Hans Werner Aufrecht, ousted from Daimler, worked with engine specialist Erhard Melcher to boost the colossal engine to nearly 430 horsepower, how the limousine became a Spa legend, and what absurd, unfortunate fate awaited the original after its triumph. This is a tale of audacity that overcame common sense and grew into the Mercedes-AMG empire. If you enjoy true automotive stories without myths and gloss, give it a like, let us know in the comments which car to tear down next, and subscribe to stay up to date with new episodes.