Maybach 57/62 (W240/V240) Maybach 62 S Unveiled

[Wolfgang]

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[sako97]

Came across these old magazines advertisements.

Looking back... the fact that MBUSA had a hotline for interested clientele is quite comical. I wonder how many calls they received

Press materials

 

[SDNR]

Memory lane

 

[mercpassion]

A nice find..despite the dubious mood surrounding the 57/62, I have always admired the 57 bar some small details as it was the only true 'Grand' Mercedes of the 21st century so far (unlike the current Maybach strategy)..and it has a specific dignified aura imo..despite being based on older tech.

 

[SCOTT27]

If only they knew...

 

[HUTSUTAo]

 

[sako97]

Why though? I was thinking it was Landaulet when I saw the price... Then I saw Singapore. They have it rough over there

Comparison:
Identical spec, but 1 year newer and similar miles.

This 62s used to belong to Singer, Mary J. Blige; I used to see in NYC all the time.

Other (2004-09) Maybach 57s can be had for under $100k. Naturally, the 62 has a premium vs the 57.

Shockingly, the prices of early Phantoms are now parallel to early Maybachs. For years, the equivalent model year Phantom was worth at least $50k than a Maybach second-hand.

Both look quite dated to me now. Despite the cheap prices, a Phantom is still a Phantom; very very conspicuous.

 

[Matski]

Noticed this one whilst I was browsing for their E38 735i

Maybach 57 » 4Star Classics

 

[Monster]

Meanwhile in Sydney... Some P plater drives a Mazda, this P plater driving the Maybach..Probably the cheapest car in his garage.

 

[Yaz]

What's a P plater @Monster ?

 

[Monster]

What's a P plater @Monster ?

Here in Australia, you get your learners licence first, if you past your driving test, you move to the red provisional licence (Red P) for 1 year, then you get the green provisional licence (Green P) before you do another computer based test to get your full licence. So the driver has only been driving for a year and a half max.

Also P plate drivers are not allowed to drive high powered cars, let alone a twin turbo V12 Maybach. I have also seen a P plater driving the Bentayga.

 

[Monster]

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The attention to detail is incredible.

 

[SDNR]

It is a wonderful example. Fully loaded 62S. Still, that price is quite unbelievable.
How much were they new in Singapore?

 

[mercpassion]

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The attention to detail is incredible.

It was nothing short of fabulous..the interior is full of wood/chrome details even in the tiniest spaces, I bet you could spend a good hour and still be discovering new details here and there..I think the terms 'underrated' or 'underdog' do not apply better to any other car except the W240.

 

[SDNR]

I actually believe I have found an even more ridiculous price for a vehicle on offer in Australia

 

[SDNR]

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[sako97]

That velvet wrap is vomit inducing. Why has it become a thing?

I think it should be said - price of car parts are directly proportional to the vehicle's orginal MSRP. Needless to say, the Maybach was too close to W220 to justify the insane prices.

 

[sako97]

Very interesting analysis from one of the very first Maybach owners. I originally know Woppum as a supercar guy. 177.000miles (285.000km) in 4 years, wow.

 

[Yaz]

I'd like to see his service bills.

 

[J.E]

This one doesn't have a partition. What a disaster!

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