They are basically the same price. I wanted to get your opinions on which one you would rather have. A Maybach or a Phantom and reasons?

 

Depends what look your after

Ghetto Fab = RR Phantom
Understaded elegance = Maybach

As far as I know the Maybach is still outselling the RR phantom for those reasons. The Phantom might look like a Million bucks but it also attracts all kinds of unncessary attention.

 

It's a bit early to predict the resale,but there is already a bunch of 57's in low $200k range and a few Phantoms around $300k.
That should say something.....

 

I disagree & agree...I know dont what ghettos you frequent, but i have yet to see many in any ghetto...but it all depends on what you prefer

 

I'm not too sure whats going on now but I remember an article about 6 months ago stating that no RR Phantoms had been sold in the second hand car market, even locally there are a couple of used Phantoms for sale that have been there for a while....

Granted it is an expensive car but I feel that the Phantom will take on the poor resale value of the other RR models.

NJ Drive I was just pointing out that the Phantom is just too flasy for some yes it looks fantastic but so do 22 inch chrome spinners, doesn't mean everyones going to go out and buy one.

 

maybachs are all over nyc, 57's and 62's but i have only seen a handfull of phantoms

 

tough choice...rolls' do seem more rare, though.

i'd take a mayback with a driver

 

why are people forgetting about the Bentley?

2004 Arnage... I feel it is a timeless vehicle, as apposed to the gauty new Rolls Royce..

 

...........I finally came up close with a Maybach. I did not even notice this car. This is car I have been craving to see, yet when I saw it, I did not even notice it. The car to me has zero presence. People buy cars for different reasons, but if you are buying your car to be noticed, forget about a maybach. You have better chance of getting noticed in a an S-class. The Maybach just simply looks like yet another limo.

Ted

 

..... why bother driving if you are going to drive like that. Bentley coupe.

 

I'd go for the Maybach because of all the amenities you get, the engine power and the line (which I like better than the RR). needless to say I'd choose the 57

 

Gentlemen,

I currently have a black 62 and I posted on this forum as well as others to see if there would be a demand if I were to start a chauffeur service using the vehicle.

My friend, the President of Gotham Dream Cars in Manhattan who has a Ferrari 360 Modena and Lamborghini Gallardo for rent, was bringing up the idea of the phantom instead.

So, I finally went to go see one at the Manhattan Motorcars showroom earlier today. While its looks are impressive, being a passenger in the back of the maybach is 5000 times more comfortable and rewarding than the phantom.

If you want to be driven around in comfort, MAYBACH 62 all the way.

 

Phantom, Phantom, Phantom!!

 

YOU HAVE A 62! Please dont be so shy and post some pics!

 

maybach all the way. ive been in a maybach two times and all i can say is that ive never seen a car so perfect. imagine 21 speakers with 600 watts. and there isnt even a speaker visible. if u havnt been to a dealer to see it yet go now and you wont turn back.

 

Yes, the Bentley would be my choice.

 

I'll take the Maybach. I also hate the fact that BMW bought Rolls-Royce.

With the Maybach, it comes down to the color scheme. My choice would be a black pearl or black opal with a dark charcoal / dark slate combo. Tint the windows and get some nice 22" lorinsers and you are set.

Plus, isn't the service from Maybach supposed to be kick ***?

 

phantom is nice but screams at the top of its lungs "ATTENION *****". i would never get one so my choice is maybach. Plus i prefer the rounder body style.

 

when you spend that much money...you better command attention...phantom all the way. With the Maybach...you might just drive past one and not even notice it....

 

Yup getting attention is what its all about .... just one thing. How do you command attention from someone that isnt carrying a gun?

 

Phantom=loaded gun=commands attention...lesson of the day.

 

Im with Mr. Xristo. Arnage for me. But I would take the maybach 57 over the RR though.

 

There is always a big difference to seeing a car in a magazine, in the flesh and actually driving one.

While a haven't driven the Phantom, I drove a Maybach for a while and have seen both cars side by side.

I really like the Maybach; a great driving car with impeccable finish. It feels more personal than the S-Class when driving with the exception of the usual sloppy steering (as in the S-Class), but it is a pure joy to drive.

A very understating car, few people actually notice it and may only recognize it on second look (which I prefer), but this car just looks so much better in reality than pictures portray. I disagree with Ted Balwin, this car definitely has a lot of presence, but it is not in your face. You also don't recognize how large it is unless it stands next to other cars or when you park it in the garage.

I also had a chance to look at a neighbors Phantom and have to say that I like it too. Not a car that I would ever buy, but definitely a car with balanced proportions and without a doubt the best Rolls (or Bentley for that matter) ever built. It seemed designed to fit the best of Rolls tradition (including the annoying steering wheel) with BMW technology (meaning the things actually work as advertised). Definitely an attention getter, but then so are Ferrari's or Lambos, which are often bought for that very reason.

I personally don't quite understand the sentimental viewpoint on Bentleys; until the Germans took over RR and Bentley, both brands were simply living off their glorious pasts, but producing below average cars. Beautifully crafted bodies and interiors don't make up for the mechanical and electrical issues that would discourage most from ever taking one on a road trip...

Wolfman

 

Im not so busy for the next few months. Lets get a Phantom and install complete engine and electronics, inlcuding UHI phone, from Pullman.

 

Maybach,

I was sitting in a Phantom on Saturday night in NYC, and its pretty small inside, but the carpet is supoer plush. But they can't offer any of the ammenities that Maybach offers inside for comfort and A/V System