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More Mercedes S-Class facelift spy photos plus AMG version

inspirion7 submitted on 12/12/2008 Official Bell & Ross Timestamp: 7:18:10 PM

28 user comments | Category: Spy Shots | Source: | SOURCE: www.worldcarfans.com

Some more crystal clear spy shots of the Mercedes S-Class facelift have surfaced.

This time, they also include the AMG version, and hybrid as well.

Ambushed by the spies as the drivers' settled in for a bite to eat, we see some small updates. For example, take a look at the new graphic on the front lamps, now with LED daytime lights built in. LEDs also show up in the rear.

Around the frame, the bumpers get a rebuilt, with foglights integrated in. The prototypes were all camouflaged up inside, so we anticipate some sort of update there as well, like the SPLITVIEW display screen and COMAND infotainment system with 8-inch display.

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More Mercedes S-Class facelift spy photos plus AMG version

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njsidekick3

Eh... nothing special...

— njsidekick3 (View Profile)

Posted on 12/12/2008 8:13:09 PM | reply to this comment | Votes: -2   

enthusiastx11

still the benchmark in the premium sedan category.

— enthusiastx11 (View Profile)

Posted on 12/12/2008 9:47:27 PM | reply to this comment | Votes: 8   

TommyAnderson

They look BURNT...NO SERIOUSLY

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Posted on 12/13/2008 12:34:22 AM | reply to this comment | Votes: -2   

204E60

Great car for New England: S550 4Matic with AMG Sport Package & Panoramic Roof. Looks sharp, goes anywhere. What a car!

— 204E60 (View Profile)

Posted on 12/13/2008 1:08:10 AM | reply to this comment | Votes: 11   

S4cabriofoxone

Looking sharp. I like the new air dam.

— S4cabriofoxone (View Profile)

Posted on 12/13/2008 1:28:34 AM | reply to this comment | Votes: 13   

JUGNU

Black S class, non AMG, got LS like exhausts.
btw i hope S class doesn't get a price increase. It's already the most expensive in it's class, a bit over priced.

JUGNU

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Posted on 12/13/2008 4:53:04 AM | reply to this comment | Votes: -2   

Agent63

I own both. The S is not over priced. It's the marquee car in this segment. While the LS is an awesome car it doesn't make me feel proud of owning one. It's not the most exciting design with more of a typical Japanese look (which isn't bad) but it's amenities make up for its rather boring looks. The S is top notch car with wide hips, refined interior, and has great road presence. It is second to none. Don't deboost me because you're a bandwagoner and have heard negative comments from other fanboys. I tell it like it is without any biased views.

If you're in the market for an S be sure to look at the A8 and LS as well because they are all great in their own way.

If you want subtle but well built Japanese automotive engineering then the Lexus is the ONLY import luxury full size you should eye. If you want conservative looks with superb fit and finish then look no further than the A8. If you want a pinnacle brand and established Mercedes luxury then the S is the car you want. I can't speak for the new 7 because I haven't seen it or driven it but I am sure it's got positives too.!

Win win situation. No arguments there. Like I said before this segment is saturated with superb luxury barges. You can't go wrong. No lie.

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Posted on 12/13/2008 6:27:53 AM | | Votes: 11   

M53R

JUGNU

Do you know how much the new BMW 7 series costs?

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Posted on 12/13/2008 9:01:42 AM | | Votes: 1   

S4cabriofoxone

"Black S class, non AMG, got LS like exhausts."

The S600 has had those exhaust tips since it came out in 2006. Now it's just spreading to the rest of the line.

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Posted on 12/14/2008 12:44:17 PM | | Votes: 3   

RNeekChic

Like I have said in the other post. Sat in the new 7 series and the S a week ago, didn't want to get out of the 7...Don't get me wrong, S Class is amazing but the new 7 is amazing. (ps not a bmwatic)

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Posted on 12/13/2008 5:38:03 AM | reply to this comment | Votes: -14   

RNeekChic

what i meant by 7 amazing is WAY more amazing.

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Posted on 12/13/2008 5:38:44 AM | | Votes: -14   

uall

Whos deboosting?
Anybody who's a bit more into the auto industry knows, that the S-Class is the benchmark and sets new standards.
I like the new 7-series as much like this one and the Audi A8 follows 2nd.

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Posted on 12/13/2008 5:49:41 AM | reply to this comment | Votes: 13   

M53R

I prefer the new 7 series over the S class, even though I just bought an S63 AMG in gold colour. The new 7 series looks upmarket..

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Posted on 12/13/2008 9:03:30 AM | reply to this comment | Votes: 1   

formula666

Aside from having the most luxurious ride in the segment, the S-Class has always featured the very best in safety and convenience technology. The other makes would be great in a world where you didn't have to compete with the S, but since the S-Class is for real, the others have to take a back seat. No other car has consistently featured industry firsts the way that the S-Class has. What is more, the interface of the S-Class is way more user friendly than BMW's i-Drive or the A8's MMI. IMO...

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Posted on 12/13/2008 11:15:10 AM | reply to this comment | Votes: 3   

JUGNU

M53R

7 Series, 750li currently sells for around 550,000 to 600,000 dirhams in the market. If u buy from the main dealers like Abu Dhabi motors it's less but there is a waiting list.

We are in the process of getting our first 7 Series. It's 750li in white. We are going to recieve it in a week and we already have few coustomers who are willing to give our asking price.

btw as u might know, after 4 to 5 months, price of 7 series will be settled. Then it will be very close to comparable S class.

JUGNU

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Posted on 12/13/2008 1:57:12 PM | reply to this comment | Votes: 1   

M53R

Thank you.

How much is your asking price?

and I think paying 100k over the price tag when it comes out for exclusivity isn't a very smart idea. I've seen only 1 in the streets and it was in the dark blue colour, looked really good.

— M53R (View Profile)

Posted on 12/15/2008 3:35:20 PM | | Votes: 1   

Denali

if there any car that can out Benchmark the benchmark is and only the LS which it did a couple years back

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Posted on 12/13/2008 5:47:12 PM | reply to this comment | Votes: -3   

cl0wn

LOL the Q is broke as a joke... never will be up to par with real premium brands... but good effort by the japs

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Posted on 12/14/2008 1:48:08 AM | reply to this comment | Votes: 3   

Agent63

Infiniti has nothing on Lexus in the JDM. It wishes it was as good as Lexus. As far as I know, Infiniti's are still being sold as Nissan's in Japan but that will be changed in the next few years. Lexus just changed over in recent past and can now be taken seriously. Infiniti and Acura has some catching up to do. Don't even think about them being Mercedes contenders, not even close.

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Posted on 12/14/2008 1:39:43 PM | reply to this comment | Votes: 1   

Denali

LMAO im not joking, those are FACTS...
here another FACT, the Big Toyota is the BENCHMARK of Japanese luxury vehicles...

— Denali (View Profile)

Posted on 12/13/2008 8:00:41 PM | reply to this comment | Votes: -3   

cl0wn

ill take an S65 please :) cant argue with 604hp and 738 ft/lb torque

— cl0wn (View Profile)

Posted on 12/14/2008 1:46:30 AM | reply to this comment | Votes: 4   

iBimmer

What facelift?

— iBimmer (View Profile)

Posted on 12/14/2008 8:36:10 AM | reply to this comment | Votes: 2   

AudiNewEngland

I think the current S looks better then this

— AudiNewEngland (View Profile)

Posted on 12/14/2008 10:58:10 AM | reply to this comment | Votes: 1   

B7FAN

DONT SEE ANY DIFFERENCE!!!

— B7FAN (View Profile)

Posted on 12/15/2008 9:40:05 AM | reply to this comment | Votes: 0   

B7FAN

i WOULD STILL GET THE NEW 7 SERIES at least the 7 series is unique they didnt take the rolls royce phantom and design the new 7 series as Mercedes took the Maybach and copied pretty much the whole design into the new S-class.

— B7FAN (View Profile)

Posted on 12/15/2008 9:42:54 AM | reply to this comment | Votes: 1   

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