Video: Mercedes-Benz MLC-Class Goes Testing on the Nurburgring

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The upcoming Mercedes-Benz MLC has been spotted doing hot laps around the famed N rburgring wearing its swirly camouflage. Mercedes engineers appear to be pushing the BMW X6-fighter pretty hard around the track, as those low-profile tires scream in protest around every turn. This isn't the first time we've seen Mercedes testing the fastback SUV, but it is the first time seeing it perform on the track.

While we don't have official word of what lies under the MLC's hood, but the engine powering this example let off plenty of cracks and snarls at it accelerated away. This may very well be an AMG model, though we suspect the bodywork for AMG-specific MLCs would be more aggressive. It does seem to keep up with the Porsche Cayenne at the video's one-minute mark.

Mercedes will likely have the MLC production ready for the 2016 model year. Since it's a direct competitor to the BMW X6, we can expect it to carry a price tag of $60,000 to $70,000 depending upon trim levels.

Stay tuned to TopSpeed for any more developing spy shots and news regarding the upcoming Mercedes-Benz MLC.

Video: Mercedes-Benz MLC-Class Goes Testing on the Nurburgring originally appeared on topspeed.com on Monday, 25 August 2014 18:00 EST.

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This Wrecked 2008 Veyron Sold for Over $275K

Ever find yourself longing for a Bugatti Veyron but don't have the $2 million in cash lying around to buy one? Well if you happened to have $300k in your pocket, then here's a Veyron you could have had. This lovely, pre-owned Bugatti comes complete with beautiful two-tone, black and blue paint scheme with a spotless tan interior. With only 19,836 miles on the clock, there are plenty of fun-filled years left in this supercar's carbon-fiber-filled chassis.

Of course, as with any pre-owned vehicle, there are a few nicks and bumps to be found - but overall, nothing major. It seems the previous owner accidentally left the racetrack, getting its undercarriage slightly soiled with mud and grass. The wonderful European mud continues along the front chin spoiler, around both sides of the car, and is partially evident at the rear air diffuser.

There appears to be a slight pit in the paint just beside the passenger side headlight and along the lower chin splitter on the driver's side. Those will likely buff out, no problem.

It's also recommended that a new set of tires be purchased for the Veyron, as it seems the previous owner left one back at the track. A full alignment is also recommended, as it appears the right rear control arm is aimed slightly off center.

Sadly for you, the bidding on this beautiful Bugatti has already ended with the winning bidder paying CHF253,900 ($277,418, as of 8/25/2014). Good thing the winning bidder didn't let those slight imperfections get in his way of owning this wonderful coupe. Remember, it is powered by a reliable and efficient Volkswagen engine and comes standard with all-wheel-drive.

Click past the jump to read about the Bugatti Veyron

This Wrecked 2008 Veyron Sold for Over $275K originally appeared on topspeed.com on Monday, 25 August 2014 19:00 EST.

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