Traveling is not only to see new places, but to experience them in a different way. For this reason, there are increasingly more original ways to discover the world, such as the one offered by Airbnb for lovers of classic cars and nature. The platform offers for rent a historic Mercedes-Benz 126 S-Class with which to tour Tenerife. Of course, with a tent and kitchen included, for a unique, free and adventure-filled getaway.
It is one of the longest-lived S-Class in history. Its production continued between 1979 and 1991, as a true revolution for the brand due to its design, comfort and safety. Now, on a road trip with this 1987 copy, we can venture to discover the island from the Costa Adeje to the south, where the vehicle is located, and let ourselves be carried away by that aftertaste of time travel that comes from getting behind the wheel of one. of the classics.
Converted into a “residence”, this 126 saves us from one of the most important points when taking a trip: thinking about where to sleep. Thus, for lovers of nights outdoors, on the roof of the vehicle there is the deployable tent, a Quechua Roof Top MH500 F
All of this to allow us to freely get lost along Tenerife routes, almost as if we were inside an old photograph in sepia tones. Thus, from Tejita beach, one of the most beautiful on the island for its views of the imposing Montaña Roja volcano, and to San Cristóbal de la Laguna, this adventure on wheels is framed as an alternative to traditional trips.
The car that your host, Lex, offers us on Airbnb for our trip, is none other than a copy manufactured in 1987 of the vehicle designed by Bruno Sacco and presented at the 1979 Frankfurt Motor Show. It is the 126, a model that It differentiated itself from its predecessors by its superior quality that represented a revolution for the brand and that, to this day, continues to inspire numerous advances in the sector. Those responsible then announced it under these three premises: “more safety, more economy and more comfort.” And yes, that advertisement turned out to be true.
To meet these expectations, certain improvements were incorporated, such as traction control, belts with pretensioner and even the airbag, a novelty for the time. In addition, the aerodynamics were improved and engines with a better power and ignition system were included that allowed them to reduce their emissions and consumption, promoting it as a high-end product with better conditions, truly attractive to consumers.
The car owner or Airbnb host, Lex, has already received numerous favorable reviews from users who have participated in this experience. In addition, during the low season months it has a more affordable price of around €60 per night, until the spring-summer season, when this amount rises to €85. You just have to select the date, make the reservation and prepare for a different trip.
Likewise, and although it is necessary to travel to Costa Adeje to be able to have this retro car with a built-in tent, the person responsible for the advertisement undertakes to pick up the people who rent it at the scheduled arrival time at any point in the south of Tenerife.