Blog

Formula 1 drivers get started early. By the age of 4 or 5, they’re probably learning to drive in little karts. Understandably, Mick Schumacher (son of world-famous F1 driver Michael Schumacher) got behind the wheel at an early age. He’s 18 years old and has performed very well in world Formula 4 races, after he started racing karts at age 9. This year he starts a Formula 3 season and... uh... learns to drive. On the road. Just like any other teenager.

We here at Mercedes-Benz of Fort Myers are compelled to tip our cap to our esteemed German automaker. Its latest luxury sports coupe, the 2017 Mercedes-AMG® GT, is an absolute stunner.

Yet, what -- specifically -- makes it so?

Get the inside scoop from Kelley Blue Book Senior Associate Video Editor Zach Vlasuk; his evaluation of the AMG® GT is as follows:

Chock-full of creature comforts the base GT trim is certainly a sight for sore eyes.

Standard features on this model include 19-inch wheels, a rearview camera, dual-zone auto climate control, heated eight-way power front seats, the ...

Mercedes-Benz has long been a partner of the PGA of America. This year, the brand is thrilled to be a global sponsor of the Masters Tournament. Brand ambassadors Bernhard Langer and Rickie Fowler are playing in the tournament this week.

Langer has won twice, and returns this week for his 34th Masters. Fowler is playing his seventh, and is really fired up to win this year! Both players have had a respectable showing in the first round (three over par for Langer and one over par for Fowler). Today is round two, and the big final round will be on…

Nowadays, it's not easy out there for a compact luxury SUV. As this sector is no doubt one of the most saturated (and consequently, competitive) in all of autodom, it can sometimes be a challenge for a vehicle to make a name for itself.

Such is not the case, however, for ours -- the 2017 GLC 300.

What sets this crossover apart from the myriad others? Allow Autotrader pundit Jabari Jones to provide you with some context:

We've nothing but love for the GLC 300's engine, a turbocharged 2.0-liter four-cylinder.

Syncing with a snappy nine-speed automatic transmission…

When it comes to finding a luxury vehicle with a hearty demand behind it, there is no better option for drivers in the Fort Myers area than our latest model lineup. The Mercedes-Benz brand has continued to carry momentum as this calendar year progresses, recently reporting the highest sales in their history for the month of February. By selling 27,383 vehicles last month, the automaker was able to post an increase of 6.8 percent over February of 2016 - settling up 2017 to be another year of growth.

?

A new way to stay cool this summer is coming. The new E-Class Cabriolet convertible from Mercedes-Benz will be making its debut new week at the Geneva auto show and it is beautiful. Along with the E-Class being exceptionally beautiful the Cabriolet convertible is power packed and a pleasure to drive.

The new 2017 Mercedes-Benz GLE 350 leavings lasting impressions as it drives down the street. A luxury SUV that is not only athletic but also adventurous and full of advanced safety features.

Here at Mercedes-Benz of Fort Myers, we know that many drivers consider style, luxury, and performance as staples of the Mercedes-Benz brand. As a result of the auto brand’s commitment to creating luxury performance vehicles that transcend years of style and innovation, Mercedes-Benz USA is able to celebrate continued success with sales numbers to match!

The wait was worth it. The new #EClass Coupe with its distinctive design, and high-tech engineering will redefine the driving experience. pic.twitter.com/RoifOlf1o6

— Mercedes-Benz USA? (@MBUSA) December 13, 2016

 

Many people across the Fort Myers, Florida region traditionally celebrate February as a month of admiration and love. Now Mercedes-Benz is extending the love to Fort Myers drivers with a Certified Pre-Owned Sales Event! Visit us now through February 28 to enjoy special offers and low rates on select vehicles in our inventory!

In one hand the keys of her 80s Mercedes, in the other her gramophone trophy for Best Country Solo Performance. Congrats @MarenMorris. pic.twitter.com/cQki2z9UG4

— Mercedes-Benz USA? (@MBUSA) February 13, 2017

 

Recently, the team at Car and Driver selected the 2017 Mercedes-Benz GLS 450 as their best large SUV, with the luxury vehicle topping competitors from both foreign and domestics makers.

The GLS 450 has just been named 2017's "Best Large SUV" by @CARandDRIVER #NAIAS2017 #GLS450 pic.twitter.com/lKuUTXCyxJ

— Mercedes-Benz USA? (@MBUSA) January 9, 2017