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On 19 May 2022, Mercedes-Benz named a programme of ultra-exclusive collector cars. It called the programme the MYTHOS Series. Produced in selected numbers. Exclusive to the most dedicated enthusiasts and collectors. Every car aims to earn a place beside the brand’s historical pantheon of greats. That language is in the English Mercedes-Benz Media note from…

Mercedes-AMG showed the production PureSpeed at the Formula 1 Abu Dhabi Grand Prix in December 2024. It is the first model in the strictly limited Mercedes-Benz Mythos series. The run is 250 cars. Fully open two-seater. No roof. No windscreen. Mercedes printed 430 kW (585 PS) and 800 Nm. The gearbox in that book is…

Mercedes-AMG put the Concept PureSpeed on a floating pontoon in Monaco harbour in May 2024. It is a two-seater with no roof and no windscreen. The company called it a preview of the first car in the Mercedes-Benz Mythos series. The limited series is 250 cars. The official English Mercedes-AMG PETRONAS page and Mercedes-Benz’s own…

Volkswagen priced the 2026 Jetta GLI at $33,745. That is the starting MSRP for the Autobahn trim on VW’s official 2026 Jetta / Jetta GLI press kit. Destination is $1,275. Tax, title, and license are extra. The factory book lists a six-speed manual or a seven-speed DSG® dual-clutch at the same MSRP.

Hyundai priced the 2025 Elantra N at $34,350. That is the starting MSRP on hyundaiusa.com. Freight, tax, title, and license are extra. The factory book lists a standard 6-speed manual. The optional gearbox is an N 8-speed wet dual-clutch.

Ford priced the 2026 Mustang GT Fastback at $46,800 with a standard 6-speed manual. Dark Horse keeps a TREMEC 6MT. EcoBoost is 10-speed only.

Acura priced the 2026 Integra A-Spec with Technology Package 6MT at $39,200. Destination is $1,195. Type S is $53,400 with a 6-speed as the only gearbox.

Mazda priced the 2026 MX-5 Miata Sport 6MT at $30,430. Destination $1,315. Sport and Club are manual only.

Honda priced the 2026 Civic Type R at $46,895. The only transmission on the book is a 6-speed manual. Destination is $1,195. That is $48,090 before tax. EPA is 22 city / 28 highway / 24 combined. Honda’s January 6, 2026 pricing release is the source.