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2025
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Mercedes-Benz racing driver Jochen Mass has passed away

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• 1989 Le Mans winner with the Sauber-Mercedes C9 
• Popular Mercedes-Benz Classic brand ambassador at the wheel of Silver Arrows 
• Mentor of the Mercedes-Benz Group C Junior Team

Jochen Mass, former Mercedes-Benz racing driver, Le Mans winner, and long-time brand ambassador for Mercedes-Benz Classic, passed away on 4 May 2025 at the age of 78. His golden era in motorsport stretched from the 1970s into the 1990s. One of his career highlights was his overall victory at the 1989 24 Hours of Le Mans with the Sauber-Mercedes C9. After retiring from active racing, Mass continued to inspire fans by driving famous vehicles from the Mercedes-Benz Classic collection at numerous events. 

“Jochen Mass had a captivating way of recounting stories from his long and distinguished career. As our  brand ambassador, he represented us for many years and inspired our brand’s fans with his approachable, 
friendly manner. He knew how to bring our classic legends to life with his immense knowledge and experience. I always valued the exchange with him. It was always a personal highlight to bring the 
Mercedes-Benz racing icons onto the road with him.“ 
Marcus Breitschwerdt, CEO Mercedes-Benz Heritage GmbH