SL-Class [Renders] 2021 Mercedes-Benz SL

[Merc1]

Sounds good......until the new AMG GT steals the lime light.

Long as it's more hard core and coupe only, it shouldn't be an issue.

M

 

[Deleted member 1071]

So good that I hope that it will peacefully coexist with the splendid 992 Carreras. Automobiledom needs both.

 

[Centurion]

Long as it's more hard core and coupe only, it shouldn't be an issue.

M

It will be interesting to see how pricing and suspension differ. Obviously the AMG GT will have higher tier versions that the SL won't.

I would love to see luxury spec SL with wood inlay and other classic touches.

 

[Deleted member 1071]

It will be interesting to see how pricing and suspension differ. Obviously the AMG GT will have higher tier versions that the SL won't.

I would love to see luxury spec SL with wood inlay and other classic touches.

...and I'd certainly applaud something along the lines of the legendary C107 SLC. A bonafide 2+2 GT coupe based on the new SL. With enough room in the back to accomodate real people. With heads and legs.

 

[lukeswiss]

So good that I hope that it will peacefully coexist with the splendid 992 Carreras. Automobiledom needs both.

The 992 is so drop dead stunning, if it can equal that I'd be more than pleased.

 

[Rolf]

This car is already off the charts, it looks fantastic even in disguise. This is going to be one of the best looking SL models in quite some time., Can't wait to see it revealed,

 

[Merc1]

I can't wait to see it either. A new SL is a rare thing.

M

 

[Centurion]

I can't wait to see it either. A new SL is a rare thing.

M

Do you think that there will be a Maybach variant? I certainly hope so. The RR dawn needs competition.

 

[Merc1]

Do you think that there will be a Maybach variant? I certainly hope so. The RR dawn needs competition.

No, and I hope that never happens. A 2-door Maybach needs to be a bespoke vehicle to truly take the place of the S Coupe/Cabriolet. I just read where such a model is under consideration. A Maybach SL would be a silly as a Maybach E-Class IMO nor is the SL a true 4-seater like a Dawn. Mercedes needs to just do a 2-door W223 as a Maybach only, different body etc/changes, it would be the same as thing as when the S Coupe was the CL, same car, different name.

M

 

[fortuner]

Do you think that there will be a Maybach variant? I certainly hope so. The RR dawn needs competition.

If they want to make a maybach Verison make the bloody concept they made few years back that would be the most beautiful roadster on the road .

 

[bmwz4coupe]

Promising…

 

[Serpens]

Do you think that there will be a Maybach variant? I certainly hope so. The RR dawn needs competition.

This is an AMG developed product so there will be no Maybach model. It wasn't even considered.

 

[hoffmeister_fan]

This is an AMG developed product so there will be no Maybach model. It wasn't even considered.

I often forget that's the case for this SL.

 

[Merc1]

A Maybach SL would be ridiculous anyway lol. Now a separate roadster like that concept, would definitely work. What Mercedes needs to do is make AMG like Porsche and that is what they are intending, and Maybach may eventually get their own products again too. There was an article in the April issue in CAR about this. I'm hoping they go for a true 4-seat cabriolet that is a Maybach only product.

M

 

[hoffmeister_fan]

I'm hoping they go for a true 4-seat cabriolet that is a Maybach only product.

A Dawn-competing cabriolet with either a V12 or BEV would be a very lovely thing to exist. Alas, that has a very limited scope...

 

[Merc1]

True. The CAR magazine piece said it was under consideration, in other words they're trying to make the numbers work.

M

 

[Deleted member 1071]

A Maybach SL would be ridiculous anyway lol. Now a separate roadster like that concept, would definitely work. What Mercedes needs to do is make AMG like Porsche and that is what they are intending, and Maybach may eventually get their own products again too. There was an article in the April issue in CAR about this. I'm hoping they go for a true 4-seat cabriolet that is a Maybach only product.

M

Indeed.

What a splendid foundation the Maybach 6 Concepts could be. With modification of course, such as 4 seats, less caricaturesque bonnet length paired with a prestige clearance more like that of the W223 and a somewhat truncated rear overhang. All else is simply EPIC.

 

[sl123]

@ Jimmy: completely agree! That would be a once in a liftime car.

 

[Merc1]

From the CAR article I was talking about:

"He adds "There is no need for AMG to compete in each a every segment. By refocusing on certain sectors, the brand can compete at eye-level with Porsche, so it's potential is obviously far from exhausted. Instead of sheer performance, unmistakable and highly emotional brand-specific dynamics may well be the further deciders".

Maybach is looking at a four seat high-end convertible, an XL-size rival to the Bentley Bentayga, and an intriguing SUS (sport utility sedan) with could open up a whole new niche. The G brand is considering an EQE based electric SUV.

M

 

[lukeswiss]

Indeed.

What a splendid foundation the Maybach 6 Concepts could be. With modification of course, such as 4 seats, less caricaturesque bonnet length paired with a prestige clearance more like that of the W223 and a somewhat truncated rear overhang. All else is simply EPIC.

And only 6m long. Perfect for your standard european car park.