Maybach 57 and 62

Maybach 57/62（W240)

Manufacturer	Daimler AG
Production	2002-present About 2,110 produced[1]
Assembly	Stuttgart, Germany
Predecessor	Mercedes-Benz 600
Class	Full-size luxury car
Body style	4-door sedan
Engine	5.5 L 5,513 cc (336 cu in) V12 6.0 L 5,980 cc (365 cu in) V12
Transmission	5-speed automatic
Wheelbase	57: 133.5 in (3,391 mm) 62: 150.7 in (3,828 mm)
Length	2008-present 62: 242.7 in (6,165 mm) 2008-present 57: 225.5 in (5,728 mm) 2002-07 62: 242.5 in (6,160 mm) 2002-07 57: 225.3 in (5,723 mm)
Width	78.0 in (1,981 mm)
Height	62.0 in (1,575 mm) Top-End 57 (2008-present): 61.3 in (1,557 mm) Top-End 57 (2002-07): 61.5 in (1,562 mm)
Curb weight	2,735 kg (6,030 lb) (57) 2,805 kg (6,184 lb) (62)

Several Maybach 57 and 62 models at the 2005 Concours d'Elegance in Pebble Beach, CA.

The Maybach 57 (chassis no. W240) and 62 (chassis no. V240) were the first automobile models of the Maybach brand since the brand's revival by DaimlerChrysler AG (now Daimler AG). They are derived from the Mercedes-Benz Maybach concept car presented at the 1997 Tokyo Motor Show. The concept car was based on the Mercedes-Benz S-Class sedan. The Luxury Brand Status Index 2008 voted the Maybach 1st place, ahead of Rolls-Royce and Bentley.

History

DaimlerChrysler AG attempted to buy the Rolls-Royce/Bentley marque when Vickers offered the company up for sale^{[citation needed]}. When this attempt failed (they were outbid by Volkswagen, and BMW later exercised an option to acquire the Rolls-Royce car brand) they introduced the Maybach as a direct challenger in 2002, to the other companies' Bentley Arnage and BMW Rolls-Royce Phantom.

Both Maybach models are variants of the same ultra-luxurious automobile. The model numbers reflect the respective lengths of the automobiles in decimetres; the 57 is more likely to be owner-driven while the longer 62 is designed with a chauffeur in mind. The engine is a Mercedes-sourced 5.5-litre twin-turbo V12, generating 405 kilowatts (550.6 PS; 543.1 hp).

Introduction

On June 26, 2002, a Maybach 62 enclosed in a glass case on the RMS Queen Elizabeth 2 departed from Southampton, England, en route to New York City, with the media and company officials staying in the luxury suites on board.

The ship arrived in New York on July 2, welcomed by geysering fireboats and a motor boat. A helicopter lifted the car off the liner and onto a dock. It was then driven to the Regent Hotel, Wall Street.

Variants

Maybach 57

The Maybach 57 is the base designation and comes with 7 spoke, 19 inch wheels.

Luxury amenities

Standard features for the Maybach 57 and 57 S include navigation system with voice recognition, air conditioning with 4-zone climate controls, remote engine start, power sunroof, front massaging seats, power front and rear seats with lumbar adjustment, leather upholstery, heated and cooled front seats, heated rear seats, rearview camera, premium sound system, 8-disc CD changer, power tilt/telescopic heated wood/leather-wrapped steering wheel with radio and climate controls, and heated cupholders. The Maybach 62 and 62 S add on rear massaging seats, cooled rear seats, cooled cupholders, navigation controls on the steering wheel, and rear-seat DVD entertainment system.

Maybach 57 S

Daimler revealed the Maybach 57 S at the 2005 Geneva Motor Show, with the S standing for "special." It uses a 6.0 L version of the V12 engine manufactured by Mercedes-AMG. Power output is 450 kilowatts (611.8 PS; 603.5 hp) and 738 lb·ft (1,001 N·m), providing a sub-5 second sprint to 60 miles per hour (97 km/h). It also rides 0.5 in (13 mm) lower on 20 inches (510 mm) wheels. The North American unveiling was at the Los Angeles Auto Show in January 2006.

Maybach 57 and 62 "Zeppelin"

Maybach 62S Zeppelin.

Maybach revealed the "Zeppelin" on the 2009 Geneva motor show as an additional luxury package that can be ordered on both the Maybach 57 and 62. The name "Zeppelin" was also used for the pre-war models Maybach DS7 and Maybach DS8. The package consists of special California beige leather with Stromboli-black stitching, piano black lacquer finishes and silver "Zeppelin" champagne glasses. Next to the interior changes the exterior has exclusive 20" chrome wheels and dark-red taillights. The engine is the "standard" 6.0L V12 Twin-Turbo with 640 bhp (477 kW; 649 PS) (which is 28 bhp (21 kW; 28 PS) more than the S versions). The word 'ZEPPELIN' is also incorporated into the triangular 'M' hood ornament.

Maybach 62

Interior of a 2006 Maybach 62

The Maybach 62 includes many luxury features such as fully reclining rear seats, Maybach 4 zone climate control, tinted-windows, infrared-reflecting laminated glass all round, AirMATIC dual control air suspension, display instruments in rear roof liner (showing speed, time and outside temperature), folding rear tables (left and right), BOSE Surround Everywhere sound system and a refrigerator compartment.^[2] The Maybach 62 also includes an array of additional features such as Cockpit Management and Navigation System (COMAND), which includes DVD navigation, CD changer in rear seats, DVD players and TV tuners front and rear, two rear LCD TV screens including remote control and two sets of headphones, and automatic closing doors.

Even though the Maybach 62 has all these features included, optional extras are available. Some of these are a panoramic glass sunroof at a cost of $11,670, and an external communication system, a loudspeaker and microphone system which allows the occupant in the rear of the Maybach to converse with people outside the car. This option comes at a cost of $1,780. Additionally, there is a retractable electrotransparent partition screen between the driver and the rear occupants, at $23,780 and, most expensive, a high protection GUARD B4 Package for an additional $151,810.

Maybach 62 S

The Maybach 62 S appeared in November 2006 at the Auto China 2006 exhibit in Beijing. It features the same engine as the 57S, a 612 metric horsepower (450 kW) twin-turbo V12 made by Mercedes-Benz AMG. However, the suspension remains untouched.

Maybach 62 Landaulet

Maybach 62 Landaulet at the Dubai International Airport in 2010.

The Maybach 62 Landaulet, based on the Maybach 62S, revives the classic landaulet car body style, which was popular in the 1920s and 30s.^[3][4] Powered by the 62S's 612 horsepower (456 kW) biturbo V12, the Landaulet's front seats are fully enclosed and separated from the rear passenger compartment by a power divider window. A sliding soft roof allows back seat passengers to take in the sun from the comfort of their seats. The chauffeur's area is finished in black leather, while the rear is done in all white with piano black and gold-flecked black granite inserts. Also, the opacity of the glass partition separating the driver from the passengers can be electronically controlled.

Maybach publicly unveiled the Landaulet at the Middle East International Auto Show around the end of November 2007 as a concept car. Limited production was confirmed in January 2008.^[5]

Prices

Maybach automobiles are priced to directly compete with Rolls-Royce. As of early 2008, European and United States prices were as follows:

• Maybach 57 - € 366,934^[6] / $ 341,750^[7]
• Maybach 57 S - € 417,402 / $ 381,250
• Maybach 62 - € 431,055 / $ 392,750
• Maybach 62 S - € 492,602 / $ 432,250
• Maybach Landaulet - € 900,000 / $ 1,350,000^[8]

Brabus Maybach pricing has not yet been announced.

Brabus Maybach

Brabus Maybach 57.

The tuning firm Brabus, famous for high-performance and stylistic aftermarket modifications to Mercedes-Benz and Smart automobiles, produced a version of the 57/62 in 2004 which adds significant performance, features and style to the models. Electronically limited to a 300 km/h (190 mph) speed limit, these large vehicles produce 1,026 N·m (757 ft·lbf) torque and accelerate from standstill to 100 km/h (62 mph) in 4.9 seconds.

This makes the Brabus Maybach the fastest super-luxury motorcar in the world.

References

1. ^ Automobile Revue, catalogue editions 2005 - 2008. Figures for 2003-2007.
2. ^ "Seven Stars And Stripes World-Wide Award, Global Award System [Hotels Awards, Cuisine Awards, Airline Awards, Mobile Awards, Products Awards] Seven Stars ands Stripes is part of American Dream World. Seven Stars and Stripes, A Simple Concept. We are Reviewing the Already Recognized while Seeking to Bestow the Ultimate! A Minimum of 4 Stars und Stripes is required to enter the American Dream List". Sevenstarsandstripes.com. http://www.sevenstarsandstripes.com/mobile.asp?pagetoshow=content/mobile/maybach/index&sl=. Retrieved 2009-12-04. 
3. ^ Landaulet
4. ^ Maybach Landaulet: Klassiker der Zukunft - Neuwagen - FOCUS Online
5. ^ Maybach Landaulet Green-Lighted for Production
6. ^ EURO prices: Automobil Revue, catalogue edition 2008, p. 67
7. ^ US prices: http://www.autospies.com/news/2008-Maybach-models-get-a-3-500-price-jump-22068/ . Retrieved 03-22-2008.
8. ^ . Retrieved 03-22-2008.

External links

• Official website