Classic German elegance with a V8 twist!
Kaiser II
MERCEDES W111
CLIENT NEEDS
Take this stunning 1960’s Coupe and inject presence, technology and performance.
Make it the ultimate classy German cruiser!
OUR SOLUTION
The follow up to Kaiser I, this elegant but imposing coupe received a bare-metal rework, incpororating Jaguar XJ axles to easily cope with the power-hike from the 6.2L V8, and allow a significantly lower stance without upsetting geometry.
Modern electrics lurk under the skin including power windows operated using the original window cranks, an extensive audio & navigation system and air conditioning.
The airlift performance controller/display is beautifully incorporated into solid machined brass and chrome plated bezel as is the wireless phone charger.
The ultimate Corniche cruiser.
KEY FACTS
- Jaguar XJ axles with Airlift Performance suspension
- 430bhp 6.2 Litre V8
- Bespoke billet wheels
- Life Racing PDM-based electronics
- Bespoke dash facia with AC and Nav.
THINKING OF STARTING A PROJECT? HERE ARE THE NEXT STEPS...What do you do if you’ve commissioned the construction of a custom Mercedes Benz from the 1960s? Well, if you’re the owner of Project Kaiser 1, our W108-based monster, you commission another, hence Project Kaiser II.
Kaiser II is based on the W111, the coupe version. This means that we’ll be working with one of the most graceful pillar-less coupes of the era, and one we’re confident we can work our now customary magic upon. We’ll also be drawing upon the lessons learned in the creation of Kaiser 1, namely the use of Jaguar axles, air suspension and a GM LS3 V8 and associated auto-box, and we hope the end result will be every bit as potent, characterful and purposeful.
Kaiser II is very much on the home straight at the point of typing, with all bodywork complete, a stunning shade of blue applied to the freshly prepared shell, and all running gear in place. We’re very nearly in a position to begin prepping the car for its maiden ‘fire up,’ so stand by for updates via our social media platforms and YouTube account.
