Our history
SAGA Classic is driven by a commitment to preserve and pass on the automotive heritage of Mercedes-Benz, whose history dates back to 1888. This activity is entirely dedicated to the brand’s historic models, whether Classic or Youngtimer vehicles.
Recognized as an official Mercedes-Benz Classic Partner, SAGA Classic is part of an international network of specialists selected by the manufacturer for their expertise in the preservation, restoration, and enhancement of Mercedes-Benz collector vehicles. This certification, granted by Mercedes-Benz Heritage GmbH, attests to compliance with the brand’s standards and guarantees a high level of excellence, both in technical operations and in access to genuine parts and manufacturer-specific restoration methods.
The SAGA Classic activity was launched on September 1, 2017, and officially inaugurated on May 23, 2018, in La Roche-sur-Yon, at the headquarters of Groupe RCM. It is built on a strong passion for automotive history and a constant commitment to preserving the Mercedes-Benz heritage. “We are clearly adding a new business activity to our distribution group,” explains Ronan Chabot, President of Groupe RCM. “This is not a gimmick, and I want SAGA Classic to become a fully-fledged department. It is also about passing on this Mercedes-Benz heritage to both our customers and our employees, as passion is an inseparable part of our history.”
From 2019 onwards, SAGA Classic expanded its presence with the opening of a dedicated corner within the SAGA Mercedes-Benz dealership in Lille, followed by Belgium in Nivelles. In 2022, it took over the legacy of G.G.E Classic at the Saint-Germain-lès-Corbeil site, continuing its development and strengthening its expertise in service of the Mercedes-Benz heritage.
In 2026, on the occasion of the Rétromobile show, SAGA Classic was officially appointed Mercedes-Benz Classic Partner for its dealerships in Lille, Les Ulis, and La Roche-sur-Yon. This status recognizes its expertise, commitment, and compliance with the manufacturer’s standards in the preservation, restoration, and sale of Mercedes-Benz collector vehicles.
Our expertise in automotive restoration
The restoration of Mercedes-Benz classic vehicles within SAGA Classic is based on recognized automotive expertise, carried by Provost Automobiles.
Founded in 1973, Provost Automobiles has supported enthusiasts for more than fifty years in the maintenance, restoration and refurbishment of classic, prestige and sports vehicles. This expertise is now fully integrated into the SAGA Classic activity.
More than a partnership, this integration reflects a shared vision of the profession: technical excellence, respect for heritage and the transmission of know-how.
By combining the historical expertise of Provost Automobiles with the standards of the Mercedes-Benz manufacturer, SAGA Classic strengthens its ability to support collectors over the long term, from specialized maintenance to the complete restoration of Mercedes-Benz classic vehicles.
Our team
Our team is made up of Bruno Betus and Pauline Chareunphol, who manage vehicle sales and purchases, sourcing and events activities, as well as Stéphane De Smedt in Belgium and Michal Bohaboj in the Czech Republic.
Our adventure
As well as valuing, buying and selling classic cars, Saga Classic brings together a truly unique community of motoring enthusiasts with whom we enjoy discussing, sharing and organising exceptional events. The video above features clips from our summer 2018 road trip, a wonderful journey through the south of France with some of our loyal customers.