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That is absolutely true. I have not seen a European W222 S350.I think the "wood" trim looks fake and as you pointed out the gloss black is a disappointment. I have seen other shots of the wood trim portion that looked much better. Additionally the soft trim looks very vinyl like.
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Hmm. The MB-tex here is just like every other MB. Same as the W222. What is crazy is that Mercedes has developed a fantastic fine grain MB-tex which looks identical to nappa leather. Perfect for door/dash panels. I am not sure why this is not used with any nappa interior car.
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Here is our old S-Class (although this is exclusive Nappa). Different thread color on the doors.
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As more and more details of this new car become known, along with the general “weight saving” (read “cost cutting”) measures MB is instigating across their product lines, I wouldn’t be surprised if the wood trim is a hologram. Seriously though, from that first day, when we all saw that lavish, Hollywood inspired, “CinemaScope” presentation of the W223, my feelings about it have plummeted, as I see photos of the new car “in the wild.” I believe my first thoughts were along the lines of “New car! Me want!” Now, I’m wondering if I’ll still want one, because it will drive so smoothly & quietly, but that I’ll be put off by the cosmetics, both inside and out. I’ll reserve final judgment until I get to drive an EABC equipped model.
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Surely there must be an optional package to pay for to get leather on the dashboard, no? I agree the MB-Tex stitching looks out of place (as does the material), but this is an S class. Pay for the upgrade and that solves that problem, no?
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I'm sure there will be. Can't imagine a Maybach without it, or a designo package lacking it.
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While not better, it is what most S-Class owners have...
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That is absolutely true. I have not seen a European W222 S350.I think the "wood" trim looks fake and as you pointed out the gloss black is a disappointment. I have seen other shots of the wood trim portion that looked much better. Additionally the soft trim looks very vinyl like.
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IMO the tailights and rear overall look like last gen A6 A8. Then again I will probably never buy another new mass market car simply because of the interior screens that scream cost reduction and look very cheap and gimmicky - like the lcd cluster of the 80s and 90s infamously in the Lagonda and GMs.
Looks like restomods for me....
Looks like restomods for me....
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