Maybach 57/62 (W240/V240) [ROAD TESTS] Maybach 57, 57S, and 62 Roadtests

[Merc1]

We don't have a thread for Maybach roadtests I see. Why should the big guy be left out? Here is one I just stumbled upon about the 57S.

Maybach 57S







Despite tipping the scales at a palatial 2735kg, the 57S is capable of hitting 62mph from rest in just 5.0sec and dispatching the 50mph-75mph split in a crushingly rapid 3.7sec. Top speed is limited to 171mph, though there’s little doubt that the limousine would haul beyond 200mph when left to its own devices.

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[LaArtist]

57S is very nice..thats the way it should have been from the start..

 

[Merc1]

Nice Maybach 62 Video

Maybach 62

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[SDNR]

Ahh, thanks for that Merc1. I actually saw that video a couple of years ago - it pre-dates the launch of the Phantom. Richard Hammond does seem to really like the car, it certainly looks impressive on the video too - as time has moved on the Maybach doesn't seem so outrageoulsly indulgent as it did at first. I still prefer the Phantom, but the Maybach is a very special vehicle.

 

[Merc1]

Ahh, thanks for that Merc1. I actually saw that video a couple of years ago - it pre-dates the launch of the Phantom. Richard Hammond does seem to really like the car, it certainly looks impressive on the video too - as time has moved on the Maybach doesn't seem so outrageoulsly indulgent as it did at first. I still prefer the Phantom, but the Maybach is a very special vehicle.

Oh I figured it was a old video. The only thing I was really impressed with was the utter silence when travelling 155 mph.

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[NevadaJack]

I saw one of these on the showroom floor when I was dealing for my S. Kind of breathtaking up close. Detailing was precise. They were having a special announcement of the 57S that evening...saw some pictures later of the event and anybody who was anybody was there.

Also, while waiting for my contract papers to be prepared, the salesman showed me the Maybach Salon. They have all the materials layed out and have this big screen TV that allows the buyer to see his car with his selections as he makes his detailed specs. Everything is custom and measured to exact specs. For $300K + you should get the absolute best of everything they have to offer.

 

[SDNR]

Here is a new roadtest of the MM57S - what a car.



Road Test: Maybach 57 S

 

[LaArtist]

damn what a gorgeous picture.. gotta be one of the best ive seen of the MM...

 

[Merc1]

Yes thanks Roberto! For some reason I overlook the Maybach thread from time to time. Yes the Maybach 57S does look good doesn't it. I can't help but agree with those that have said this is what the Maybach should have been from the start. The thing is gorgeous in some of these pics.




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[dOmInIX]

That grill makes it even more classy!! I love 57S.

 

[Alx]

That 57S is just off the hook!!! Stunning MM, only one i really like.

 

[Merc1]

Another new Maybach 57S roadtest, this time by Edmunds.

57S

'Bach or boat? Decisions, decisions…
Maybach representatives regularly back away from comparisons to other automobiles such as the similarly massive Rolls-Royce Phantom or the slick new Bentley Continental Flying Spur. Rather, Maybach says it considers motor yachts and personal aircraft as the primary competition of the plain-Jane 57. Uh huh.

With the 57 S, Maybach doesn't have to play coy anymore. Thanks to its fantastic engine and uncompromising, feature-laden interior, the 2006 Maybach 57 S is better than those other two cars, and anything else in its segment. So, Maybach, shut up about the yachts and kick some Rolls-Royce arse already.







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[SDNR]

Excellent review Marcus, I really want one. I agree with the writer about the carbon fiber - I would choose not to have it either, preferring all the wood to be the Black piano wood instead.

I think comparing this car directly with a Rolls-Royce Phantom is pointless - the Phantom is undeniably a better limousine than the Maybach 57 but this 57S is designed to crush the Arnage T - and it completely achieves that.

Maybach may find far greater success in this segment than trying to out-do Rolls-Royce at their game.

I now just can't wait to see what Bentley replace the Arnage with - let the battle begin.

 

[Merc1]

Yeah I want one now myself. I've become quite a "fan" of this most special Maybach. The only thing I worry about is price. I hope they have one at Detoit in 2 weeks when I'll be there.

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[bum-man]

I hope they have one at Detoit in 2 weeks when I'll be there.

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If you are going to the Detroit show screw the 57, get pics of the S65!

 

[Merc1]

If you are going to the Detroit show screw the 57, get pics of the S65!

Oh I'll get them both! I try to save the Mercedes section until last because I'll spend the most time there. This year I'm going on two days because it always seems like I miss something when I get home and see the magazines coverage of the show.

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[bum-man]

Review and more pictures: http://www.autobild.de/test/neuwagen/artikel.php?artikel_id=11912

 

[SDNR]

Great article bum-man ...I struggled with it [the German language] for a while, then finally used a translator. Is it true they only sold 25 Maybachs in Germany last year? .....not selling too well then.

 

[LaArtist]

wow that MM looks hot.. even though i love the S65 to death..i would have a real hard time to chose between these 2

PS
Wich car won?

 

[SDNR]

PS
Wich car won?

From what I can make of it (my German is really poor and the translator was not much help either) neither car really won, but he did seem to enjoy the Maybach more.