What an amazing video!! Glad you could experience such a trip, and such amazing cars!

Not a lot of folks "deserve" an experience like that, but you indeed deserved it for all the good press you've given the model line over the years. I'm really glad they did this for you in return. Memories for a lifetime, no doubt!

What I really love about Hoovie is the fact that he enjoys and appreciates cars. Too many rich tossers view all the luxury items they have as disposable status symbols, used to show off their wealth. Not to Hoovie, he loves the cars for what they are and he shares his experience with us. He is something that is becoming rare. A lovely, genuine guy. I'd have the old gull-wing any day over the new one

Been watching you since the s600 and you're truly an entertainer. The montage at the end with the cinematic and retro style is something I'd like to see more of. Congrats on your beautiful journey!

What an awesome video. I can’t even imagine what this experience must’ve meant to a Mercedes’ die hard like you. I especially liked the cat at the beginning, and the montage at the end!

I am still in awe I saw you in Italy on a trip. I didn't mean to go see the Mille Miglia, but I am glad this whole thing happened. Keep it up Tyler!

We're proud of you Hoovster! You've come a long way from your first video. In fact, your commentary and car knowledge has become some of the best on YT. Hope you had a great time in Italy. Enjoy.

TBH, Hoovie, this is my favorite type of video you do (Monterey SL bid, countach rally also). When your true passion, enthusiasm and knowledge comes out, you're at your most genuine and authentic. Thanks for sharing with us!

the cat wants to check your tire pressure

That cat certainly approved of the rims. New Channel pet???? Keep it up!!!!

Tyler, can you believe how far you have come since starting this You Tube channel? Simply amazing, living the dream. Thanks for taking us on this once in a lifetime ride.

This is a great episode! I personally would love to see more of this. Maybe you could do a hybrid where you travel around the world, visit amazing places, buy a car, then import it back home. Then have the Wizard/Car Ninja fix it. Take the wife and kid...and the Wizard!

The single coolest and best Hoovies episode ever. Period. Stop. Take a bow Tyler. You’ve hit the jackpot.

This is the literal dream, Tyler. Driving a 300sl through italy....what an experience. The footage at the end was really cool.

It was amazing to be with you at least in video throughout this experience, as a big fan since the early days in your channel I’m so happy to see what it has become to and how entertaining it still is, big fan Tyler, hope you get to reach everything you dreamed of , and hopefully you’ll share that with us too.

This was a good video Hoovie. Keep making content of all types. Let’s see those tracked videos to come! Make them fun and we will all be there too!

12:17 Good to see Karl doing well. I remember his Monaco crash in 1994. Horrible accident. That whole F1 season seemed to be cursed.

I rarely comment on your videos, Tyler, but this was a fantastic story! That final montage got me right in the feels!

As a subscriber and follower to you Hoovie since the early days - this was so heartfelt. Thank you for sharing with us, and as a fellow Mercedes fan, I know what you mean. I saw many of these cars and the 722 with Stirling Moss at Goodwood 10 years ago or so, courtesy of Mercedes, the work that Mercedes-Benz Classic put into keeping these cars, driving them, often hard and as they were intended to, is mind-boggling. I hope that they keep on doing it even though the cars get older and astronomically more valuable for each year passing. Cheers buddy!

As a Mercedes Benz fan, this is definitely my definition (🤔) of ‘made it’. Well done to the Hoovster👌🏻. Your enthusiasm as always is infectious. Thankyou sir.

15:26 - Oh my, the sound of that twin cam straight 6 on your 2nd to 3rd shift ...... it's something we've lost in the modern age of all digital and electronic transmissions, computer controls, and, well, the loss of the clutch pedal. What an amazing car no matter what year it was made..... Congrats, well done!!

Very nicely produced Tyler. You gave the event the gravity and respect that it deserved, excellent video and I'm glad you had the opportunity!

300SL with period racing history. Karl Wendlinger as your co-driver. Mrs. Hoovie able to attend and play navigator in the SL. Dude I award you 1 trillion points, you have won the game. PS: The plastic shield is a big/rain/debris deflector. The Mille Miglia, like the Targa Florio was run on open roads. In the 20’s-50’s there were errant farm and wild animals roaming the countryside. The deflector kept big and little things from impacting the windshield. It’s made from heavy, thick plexiglass or perspex with strong supports. The idea was the driver could mow down small animals that crossed their path and the deflector would send the guts over the roof instead into the windshield. It worked surprisingly well and was a common feature on open road race cars of the era.

Awesome! Nothing like seeing someone check one off on the bucket list. I love your videos Tyler. You come across so genuine. Look forward to your next one.

Tyler that has to of been the best day of your life one to remember at least, Nice to see your wife came along for the adventure. Really epic camera work at the end as well you are lifting the quality of your vids every week, Keep it going young man.

Our little Hoovie is growing up, he's got contacts at Mercedes- Benz to get him invited to big events now. All jokes aside, love it for you Tyler because you deserve it so much.

Hoovie, I remember watching your video on the subaru svx you bought purely because I own a quite rare one here myself in Australia. Loved the journey my man. You will definitely own your own original SL one day. You're an inspiration 👊

That was top notch my friend...one of your best videos I've ever seen! *CHEERS !!!*

Hoovie, this is by far one of your best videos yet! I just love how excited you were and you brought the wifey along! That ending was spectacularly done! Ciao, Hoovie!

Stunningly beautiful! I’m so glad Mercedes-Benz rewarded you with such an experience! Thanks for taking us along.

Great video, especially the end part captured the ambiance so well. I've driven the route myself in my CLS and this makes me want to go back immediately!

What an awesome experience you had! keep'em coming Mr. Hoovie! Them Hoopties got you here and glad to see you're making your dreams come true! (also watching them are cool!)

Damn Tyler, I absolutely loved this video. It truly shows your affection for the SL, the montage at the end was epic. Keep up the great work, already looking forward to your next video.

Test driving a new Mercedes in Italy?! He’s officially in the Big League!

Your best video ever! Congratulations! I’m so glad someone who truly appreciates the lineage was able to take part.

Best Hoovie video I've seen in a while! So glad to see you so happy and doing something different that you enjoy! Keep it up amazing man! 👏

I was lucky enough to be in a mile more than 10 years ago with my dad and it was something I will always remember, I am so proud you r getting this far mate..one thing done from a wish list 👍👍👍👍well done mate

What an opportunity to spend that time in Italy with the wife and the overall experience of meeting Karl and forging that kind of relationship with Mercedes/AMG. You can tell Karl is all business, with the only smiles really coming when you pushed on the accelerator and when the patrol officers went flying by. I don't know if I'd rather drive the car, or just watch Karl drive and learn the little nuances of experience. One for the memory books.

Love, love, LOVE the end to this video!!! 18:46 It just encapsulated what love for vehicles and motorsports is SO well ✌🏻💙🏎️

The cat at 01:25 is so perfect for this channel. 😆🤣 Very jealous looked like an incredible experience! 🙌🏼

How special, wow! What an unforgettable experience. That outro really hit me Hoov, made me question my whole life and ask myself, why wasn’t in Italy for this historic race… incredible. Thank you so much for letting us all enjoy a “once-in-a-lifetime” with you Tyler. That was truly something special and I hope you have moments that weren’t documented and that were just for you and your wife! Cheers!

Next video: I sold my Lamborghinis to buy a 300SL. But In all seriousness I’m happy to see hoovie drive a 300SL again

Loved the episode Tyler! I’m amazed to hear this wasn’t watched as much as others. So cool to see the brand new SL and then the super classic 300SL. Wouldn’t mind seeing more videos on the road. Thanks for sharing all of your adventures, I live vicariously through you! My dream is to own a 2013 - 2015, SL550, maybe one day…. If I hit the lotto!

Tyler. You make me smile. Thank you. It's such a pleasure to see a genuinely good man realizing his dreams. Great stuff!!

Dang! What a trip, Tyler. I'm glad you're receiving the cred that you deserve and getting to do stuff like this.

Driving a 300SL is the ultimate dream. Aside from the 500k/540k, that’s the most beautiful car of all time. Cars that are so perfect they take your breath away. For me, the real dream now is to get my 560 running again

Hey Tyler I love your channel, your videos always make me think of my dad. Saw you mention this got the least views you've had in 6 months. Well, I watched and loved it on the day you posted! And now I'm gonna give you a second view. Truly an amazing thing you got to be a part of Keep it up!

A dream car indeed, so great to see you getting to drive it. You have earned that drive.

Wow, Congrats Hoovie! You know you've made it in the Automotive industry when major manufacturers start inviting you to come drive their newest vehicles and attend special events.

Random cat goes by giving the Mercedes a sniff xD 1:30

This is an amazing video. I’ve found most of your trials and tribulations amazing to watch. I’ve also found your new foray in real estate interesting. I’m a car guy through and through so anything that has to do with automobiles that I can only dream of owning is a thumbs up from me. Projects evolve.

Wow! Put a smile on my face just watching Tyler drive that thing! Livin' the dream for all of us car guys/gals!

It's awesome to watch you get to experience all of these car related adventures cuz I know you would have never been able to dream of this when you first started with cars. Congratulations on all of your success.

Happy for you Hoovie. Driving such a special car in a special event is incredible.

That was one of your best videos you put together thanks for sharing that experience with everybody. Definitely an A+ production for sure.

What an absolutely amazing video, fantastic editing and directing. I was grinning ear to ear for you the entire way through it. You've come so far and deserve every bit of success, good on you mate, love it. I honestly think this is your best and most awe-inspiring video to date. You're my boy Blue 🤙

What an experience. Couldn't have happened to a nicer KZfaqr. Congratulations, Hoovie. An experience like that will stay with you the rest of your life.

Absolute DREAM! Hope you guys had an AMAZING trip and enjoyed it as much as I enjoyed just catching a glimpse. Totally deserved

One of my favorite videos from you in a long time! Absolutely a dream experience!

Wow Hoovie, this is just an amazing video mate. Of all the KZfaqrs I watch you are one of my favourite. This I can see is something you have dreamed of doing for a long time. What an experience to have had. Keep being you and doing what you do

Wow Tyler, what a treat! You are big time now my friend. Well deserved man, you're channel is def one of the most entertaining on youtube so good for you.

1:27 I thought for sure that cat was going to "mark it's scent" on the tire 🤣

At the End i had tears in my eyes .....the old styled filter ,the calming classic music , those beautifull automobiles ........................period !

i love to see these types of videos from you and your cohorts. keep doing what you love.

The sound of the 300SL is incredible! I'm glad you got to do this and take us along!

This was a really enjoyable watch. I've watched a bunch of Mille Miglia videos and yours captures the experience in a concise but entertaining way. That new SL is gorgeous, too. Can't wait to see some on the road.

Excellent video! Loved the race segment, the out-tro and loved the cat. Good job cueing it at just the right time

The montage at the end was a thing of beauty... really made me smile!

1:23 Cat!

You're not in Kansas, anymore! lol What a great trip! Beautiful SL63. I love how you're just revving it and doing a review with all those people around in Italy. Nice that you brought the family along! Wow...what an experience!

watching every video this man puts out, that last minute was the most beautiful minute of his ever filmed! i’m just dying to go see italy. lucky man HOOV! so happy for ya!!!!!

I had a big silly grin on my face watching Hoovie row the gears on that beautiful 300SL. I love it.

Love how passionate you are about everything you drive - keep it up Hoovie, well deserved.

That was incredible! I really enjoyed that. Truly once in a lifetime experience. Wife looked happy too!

Thank you @mercedes !!! Hoovie brings alot of education and enjoyment to the car community!!! Stay safe and take care everyone

One of the most iconic car ever... Great video... Love the ending... Thank you Hoovie...

Next video: “ I sold all my cars in the hooptie fleet and bought the cheapest 1954 SL Gull-wing in the United States”

What an awesome opportunity!

Hoovie, followed you for a number of years from your first videos about your grandma's 500SL...you've come full circle...the montage at the end...very nice

Wow!! What a fabulous experience and video!! Thanks for the video tour!!

Forget all about the v8 dual turbo. The sound when you let the old straight 6 in 300sl breathe, even if just a little tickling of its full register makes the whole thing worth watching!

Well done Hoovie, extremely well done right down to the music in the epilogue. Thanks for this.

Epic trip/vid, good for you mate! Glad you were able to bring the missis as well, so a truly great trip, awesome life you got there my friend!

The SL room at the Mercedes museum had one of these in there a few weeks ago... very cool to see the lineage from the 300SL to the SL63.

Great video! The end was very well shot and edited. Beautiful, Beautiful cars!

One small correction, the 129 had optional rear seats in Europe so technically a little newer

So excited you got to do this!!!

Wow! the montage at the end !! beautiful !!!

Congrats hoovie on becoming an accredited journalist once again :)

What an amazing experience Tyler, congrats man! An absolute dream scenario.

Just a remarkable adventure! And thanks for bringing us all along!

I didn’t watch this video when you uploaded it, I skipped it and watched your newer video but I felt bad since you said this video didn’t get enough views so here I am supporting you.

18:46 has to be one of the best pieces of video you have ever produced, Hoovie. Amazing video

That intake noise from the old sl is amazing! I had no idea they sounded that good!

Fantastic content. A dream trip you deserve. Thanks for taking us along.

Final sequence was lovely. Nice one.

What an extraordinary trip, i know you and your Lady enjoyed that. Glad to see you having a great time. You earned it.

Love the way you did ending of the video. Great work and congrats on the adventure!

Oh man what a video!!. loved it, love your passion for cars and that old and new SL is just amazing

Loved the bits and footage at the end!