Author Topic: Frank Mallory Memorial Service Oct 22  (Read 4328 times)

Tom

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Frank Mallory Memorial Service Oct 22
« on: August 17, 2004, 19:29:25 »
I learned today that Frank Mallory's family is planning a memorial service on Friday October 22nd at noon.  The service will be held at the Chapel at Ft. Myer in Arlington, VA.  Attendees should plan to arrive 30 minutes early.  Following the service, a reception is planned at the Ft. Myer Officer's Club.

If you would like to attend, please send me an email so that I can provide a count for the family.  Thanks


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1971 280sl Tunis Beige Metallic (restored & enhanced)
1971 280sl Tobacco Brown (low mileage stock)
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Re: Frank Mallory Memorial Service Oct 22
« Reply #1 on: August 18, 2004, 15:11:58 »
Tom:
A card of condolence from our group would help to send our good wish and thoughts to his family. He was a poineer in SL history long befor the many of us caught on. We thank you for your purchase of the issues of the Mercedes-Collector that are loaded with valvable information and many of Frank Mallory's remarks and wisdom.
Bob Geco

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Re: Frank Mallory Memorial Service Oct 22
« Reply #2 on: September 29, 2004, 21:39:28 »
Here is a picture of the late Frank Mallory from the good-old days.  I understand he paid $5000 for this SL.  His 250SL is said to be up for sale soon.

Tom

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Re: Frank Mallory Memorial Service Oct 22
« Reply #3 on: October 18, 2004, 20:14:52 »
Just a reminder that the memorial service for Frank Mallory will be held this Friday at noon-the family suggests you arrive 30 minutes ahead of time.

Frank was exceedingly gracious with his time and knowledge of vintage Mercedes cars.  His daughter told me his one-of-a-kind 250sl was his favorite.  Frank was an early poster to the w113 site on Yahoo and helped get our "online" community established.  If you are local, please come out and help pay last respects.

Best,

Tom

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1971 280sl Tobacco Brown (low mileage stock)
1970 280sl Deep Red (Project Car)
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Re: Frank Mallory Memorial Service Oct 22
« Reply #4 on: October 25, 2004, 20:17:42 »
I hope everyone enjoys this interesting story as told by the late John Mallory to John Green of M.B. Spares of Australia about his unique 250SL. Originally posted in newsletter #032 at the M.B. Spares and Service website and reposted here with permission.

"I got a job assignment working in Holland starting in Jan., 1967; so I sold the Gullwing, 220S Coupe, 190SL, and Volvo P1800 I had at the time and figured I would buy a new 250SL configured the way I wanted it (5-speed, limited slip, etc); delivery to coincide with the MBCA Stuttgart Saffari so I could take advantage of the VIP treatment that Club members got at that time.

The 250SL was introduced at the Geneva Auto Show in March '67. So I went to the show and when looking over the 250SL show car, noticed that the engine was finished very specially: Valve cover painted black, aluminum parts polished, injection lines and other pipes chrome plated. So I asked the Factory rep if I could buy a car with the engine finished like that, and he said "Sure!" Fortunately, I GOT HIS BUSINESS CARD.

There was a side door next to the MB stand, and he said I should go out there and get a test drive. Went out with a Factory driver, and he let me drive the car after showing me how everything worked; got it up to 200 kph on a road leading from Geneva; very impressive!

So when I got back to Holland, I ordered a car with my desired SA codes through the Dutch importer; also told them that I wanted a "factory polished show car engine". They didn't know what I was talking about, so I got in touch with the MB rep from Geneva and asked for his assistance. Well, that's the way I got it. Found out later that the sale of such a car to me had to be approved by the DBAG directors, and I have a data card that shows that.

Other "sticky" items were omission of outside mirror (I preferred a pair of Talbots) and the 5-speed trans on a USA car. Both of these were violation of laws (German law required cars to have a side view mirror, and American laws required smog controls that were not available with the 5-speed). When I picked up the car at the Factory, they told me that they washed their hands of it and couldn't guarantee that I would be able to get it into the States; if I succeeded, it would be the only 5-speed 250SL going to the U.S. I had no trouble at all getting the car through customs when I returned to the U.S.

The MB rep told me that next time I wanted a car,I should order it directly through him; but I still have the 250SL and have never taken advantage of his offer; I am sure he is gone by now.

So that's the story of 250SL #3757; and tho it is not one of the last two cars produced, I am sure that everyone will agree it is as I said, "rare and unique"."

Tom
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Re: Frank Mallory Memorial Service Oct 22
« Reply #5 on: October 26, 2004, 11:53:41 »
Tom;
Perhaps some pictures of fran k Malory's 250SL and the engine compartment would be a nice a story for PW. this new year edition.

bob Geco