Mercedes designer Bruno Sacco dies at the age of 90

Bruno Sacco, the legendary chief designer of Mercedes-Benz, died on September 19, 2024 at the age of 90.

His death marks the end of an era in the automotive industry in which he played a key role for over four decades. This is what “Zwischengas” reports.

Bruno Sacco aimed for “quiet design”.

Sacco began his career at Mercedes-Benz in 1958 and shaped numerous iconic models. His best-known designs include the S-Class W 126 and the SL Roadster of the 129 series.

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To this day, these vehicles stand for timeless elegance and innovative technology, as the “Automedien-Portal” reports. His design approach was characterized by a deep love of tradition.

Because Sacco often spoke of “quiet design art” and avoided fashion trends. No Mercedes should differ too much from the previous model, otherwise the other one would look old.

Also responsible for security concepts

Bruno Sacco was not only a designer, but also a visionary. During his time at Mercedes-Benz, he was responsible for innovative safety concepts.

With the death of Sacco, the world loses one of the most important automobile designers of the 20th century.