Mercedes-Benz C111-IID, 1976
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During the energy crisis, Mercedes began experimenting with diesel engines to showcase the capabilities of diesel-powered vehicles, resulting in the 1976 C111-IID with a 3-liter inline five-cylinder diesel engine from the 300SD. The engine was slightly redesigned and equipped with a turbocharger, giving it 190 hp. The car had serial number 31. The diesel version of the C111 broke 13 records for diesel cars on the Nardo track.