Magnificent Mercedes Cabriolet acquits itself well around Castle Combe

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This 1995 300CE 24v is an impressive car. The straight-six engine red-lines at 7000rpm, and its suspension is stiffer than most standard Mercs and the tyres are Pirelli P-Zero 235/45x17" so lots of grip.

Although a heavy car, never once did she show a sign of letting go - probably would have gone much faster if we'd dared.

Timed laps at 1:40 and 1:39 over the track of 1.96 miles, this represents an average of approx. 71mph.