does any car beat an S class?
09-29-2011, 10:26 PM
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does any car beat an S class?
Perish the thought of ever giving up your S Class, but just wondering...what would beat it? (not speed-wise, but overall as a driveable enjoyable car). Some say Bentleys, with 4 wheel drive, other say a Panamera.
If you gave up yours, what would you want next?
If you gave up yours, what would you want next?
09-29-2011, 11:20 PM
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2002 Mercedes S 430(GONE), 2001 E320(GONE), 2007 S550(GONE), 2009 BMW X6(GONE), 2014 S550
The newer S-class 
I mean i am not a bmw hater, but it feels like 7-series is trying to be better than an S by copying and adding some power.
I mean i am not a bmw hater, but it feels like 7-series is trying to be better than an S by copying and adding some power.
09-30-2011, 02:05 AM
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If not Maybach, perhaps an A-class or a Smart, if judged by the the parking space needed (often a factor at old city areas in Europe).
Fuel economy too would not always favour an S-class, SLS has its benefits over the S-class if other than sedan models are allowed for the comparison.
My point really is that even an S-class does not win other cars in every possible aspect. Depends which aspect is the most important one for an individual and the best car may appear to be an S-class or something else.
Fuel economy too would not always favour an S-class, SLS has its benefits over the S-class if other than sedan models are allowed for the comparison.
My point really is that even an S-class does not win other cars in every possible aspect. Depends which aspect is the most important one for an individual and the best car may appear to be an S-class or something else.
09-30-2011, 02:07 AM
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I can see that this thread is not going to go no where, or it's going to go way off....
OP need to clarify his question.
My Clasic Vespa, 50 mpg riding down the streets with my flip flops and parking? Well you can fit 4 of those in a single parking spots and then some.
OP need to clarify his question.
My Clasic Vespa, 50 mpg riding down the streets with my flip flops and parking? Well you can fit 4 of those in a single parking spots and then some.
09-30-2011, 12:44 PM
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On a serious note, I have no idea what I will replace the W221 with. After going to a few auto shows, I still see no interior design that would even come close.
On a serious note, I have no idea what I will replace the W221 with. After going to a few auto shows, I still see no interior design that would even come close.
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09-30-2011, 08:33 PM
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10-01-2011, 09:05 AM
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We just bought a 2012 Audi A8L with lots of goodies in it. MSRP topped out over $101,000.
Everything about the car beats the S Class.
Qualty, Craftsmanship, Interior design, everything. I'll have to take some pictures....
10-01-2011, 03:26 PM
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Yup, the audio and climate controls down there are exactly that -- plastic. They clash terribly with the other fine materials and look completely out of place. It seems like even the designers were embarrassed of them, so they crammed them together in that awkward spot down there. Of course, you have to look there every time you need to change the cabin temperature; talk about safety! I understand that they were trying get that whole modern luxury theme going, but it just doesn't work in an executive sedan. W221 takes the prize in this department: aluminum buttons, minimalistic controls, and lots of elegance.
Yes, I do drive an S-Class, but I was actually going to buy an A8L to replace my 750. I kept an open mind going to the dealer thinking that the online pictures could be deceiving, but the car disappointed me even worse in person. I bought a Range Rover instead; yes, it was that bad!
Kidding aside, Range Rover turned out to be lot better than I expected, but it's a whole different story.
Yes, I do drive an S-Class, but I was actually going to buy an A8L to replace my 750. I kept an open mind going to the dealer thinking that the online pictures could be deceiving, but the car disappointed me even worse in person. I bought a Range Rover instead; yes, it was that bad!
Kidding aside, Range Rover turned out to be lot better than I expected, but it's a whole different story.
10-01-2011, 05:18 PM
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Yup, the audio and climate controls down there are exactly that -- plastic. They clash terribly with the other fine materials and look completely out of place. It seems like even the designers were embarrassed of them, so they crammed them together in that awkward spot down there. Of course, you have to look there every time you need to change the cabin temperature; talk about safety! I understand that they were trying get that whole modern luxury theme going, but it just doesn't work in an executive sedan. W221 takes the prize in this department: aluminum buttons, minimalistic controls, and lots of elegance.
Yes, I do drive an S-Class, but I was actually going to buy an A8L to replace my 750. I kept an open mind going to the dealer thinking that the online pictures could be deceiving, but the car disappointed me even worse in person. I bought a Range Rover instead; yes, it was that bad!
Kidding aside, Range Rover turned out to be lot better than I expected, but it's a whole different story.
Yes, I do drive an S-Class, but I was actually going to buy an A8L to replace my 750. I kept an open mind going to the dealer thinking that the online pictures could be deceiving, but the car disappointed me even worse in person. I bought a Range Rover instead; yes, it was that bad!
Kidding aside, Range Rover turned out to be lot better than I expected, but it's a whole different story.
10-01-2011, 05:53 PM
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obviously biased but I think the W221 holds it's own pretty well for being more than 3 years older
10-01-2011, 06:25 PM
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The new 2012 Chrysler 300 (redesigned) SRT-8 for 50k new looks very nice.
Looks just as good as the current S class and runs mid 4's 0-60 and mid 12's in 1/4 mile.
Looks just as good as the current S class and runs mid 4's 0-60 and mid 12's in 1/4 mile.
10-02-2011, 01:13 PM
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If not Maybach, perhaps an A-class or a Smart, if judged by the the parking space needed (often a factor at old city areas in Europe).
Fuel economy too would not always favour an S-class, SLS has its benefits over the S-class if other than sedan models are allowed for the comparison.
My point really is that even an S-class does not win other cars in every possible aspect. Depends which aspect is the most important one for an individual and the best car may appear to be an S-class or something else.
Fuel economy too would not always favour an S-class, SLS has its benefits over the S-class if other than sedan models are allowed for the comparison.
My point really is that even an S-class does not win other cars in every possible aspect. Depends which aspect is the most important one for an individual and the best car may appear to be an S-class or something else.
10-03-2011, 08:00 AM
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Who cares about the rest? I'd rather spend more and get the Phantom. That's like building a $10 million house and then putting it on a foundation made of cardboard. The ghost is a sorry excuse for a Rolls.
10-03-2011, 02:30 PM
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The 7 series platform is fantastic. Anyone who thinks otherwise is simply not well informed.
10-03-2011, 02:53 PM
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Would you buy a Rolex with a Seiko movement? The Seiko automatic movements are "fantastic" as well, but they do not hold a candle to the Swiss made masterpiece that is found in a in-house designed Rolex.
If I were to pick between an S550/S600 and a Ghost I would still pick the S class. You can still deck out an S class with Designo interiors which will be just as comfortable and luxurious. The Ghost is a way for Rolls Royce to boost sales to individuals who don't have the money to drop on a Phantom; nothing more.
10-03-2011, 07:20 PM
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You have the right to your own opinion. While I'm sure the Ghost is a good car it certainly does not follow the reputation Rolls Royce is known for.
Would you buy a Rolex with a Seiko movement? The Seiko automatic movements are "fantastic" as well, but they do not hold a candle to the Swiss made masterpiece that is found in a in-house designed Rolex.
If I were to pick between an S550/S600 and a Ghost I would still pick the S class. You can still deck out an S class with Designo interiors which will be just as comfortable and luxurious. The Ghost is a way for Rolls Royce to boost sales to individuals who don't have the money to drop on a Phantom; nothing more.
Would you buy a Rolex with a Seiko movement? The Seiko automatic movements are "fantastic" as well, but they do not hold a candle to the Swiss made masterpiece that is found in a in-house designed Rolex.
If I were to pick between an S550/S600 and a Ghost I would still pick the S class. You can still deck out an S class with Designo interiors which will be just as comfortable and luxurious. The Ghost is a way for Rolls Royce to boost sales to individuals who don't have the money to drop on a Phantom; nothing more.
Edit: As I'm sure you know, one of the most sought-after collectible Rolex watches, the Paul Newman Daytona, has a movement made by Valjoux, which today, is part of the Swatch Group! *gasp* Various other movements including the "Zenith El Primero" have also been used in the Daytona line. Off Topic: I haven't bought a Stainless Steel Daytona yet, I'm having a hard time getting past the lack of a Date function, because I love the cyclops, but I'll probably end up with one at some point. My authorized dealer will have one in my hand within 3 weeks when I'm ready, so I've been told.
My uncle, with a net worth upwards of $750 million, owns a Ghost. He also has a W220 S500V4 among many other rides (Bentleys, Ferraris, Jaguar, Ford, etc.). It really doesn't mean anything, he likes what he likes. He didn't like the Phantom (he tried it), and he rarely drives the Ghost (deferring to the chauffeur). I think the Ghost is for special occasions only.
Also, on the subject of the Ghost versus the S Class (S65 AMG in particular), there was a recent Top Gear test in Albania of these cars which I'm sure we all have seen. Hehe.
I really, really like my S550V4. I love my M5. They're both very different, and both please me. I guess one's like a mistress (M5) and the other is the wife (S550). Haha! I certainly do struggle with picking a car to drive each morning, when the weather is nice & they're both clean (they're both always clean, but the M5 sees sunny days only). It's a nice dilemma to have.
It's a matter of opinion & taste more than a dollars thing, I guess. If I had the money to buy a Ghost, I wouldn't want it as a daily driver because I'd be paranoid. I'm already a little paranoid with the two cars I have. But they're low key enough to go under the radar.
Not sure if I made any good points here. Really just rambling...
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10-10-2011, 05:06 AM
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I'm a huge fan of the Ghost, however, less so as I've seen them on the road more. They look rather bland/uncharacteristic and don't have the presence of such an expensive car.
As for the A8, I don't think it has the regal sense-of-occasion inside as the S-Class does. The interior is more modern, more fashionable and much busier/techy/cluttered, but IMO that works against it in terms of maturity/occasional feel. Also, I don't think the interior design is harmonized, with all the avant-garde angles and array of buttons. I do find the inside to be wonderful overall, but if I'm critiquing....
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