Mercedes-Maybach S-Class – ‘The essence of luxury’ comes to Signature

The downside of having brilliant cars on pre-order is that we then have the agony of waiting for them.

Take our new Mercedes-Maybach S-Class, for example, which won’t reach us for a couple of months but which we are already dreaming about climbing inside.

For those of you only familiar with the Maybach name, it denotes an exclusivity and refinement that goes above and beyond the normal Mercedes standard – which is certainly an extraordinary feat!

Added to the already spectacular S Class, the Maybach amendments ensure that this is the ultimate chauffeur car.

In fact, it’s been specifically designed to be chauffeur driven, with an extended wheelbase of 20cm that is entirely dedicated to giving the rear passengers more legroom.

Mercedes-Maybach S 600 (X 222) 2014

The roofline has also been raised to provide additional head clearance, while the centre console now comes with two tables, each of which has a leather insert to provide a comfortable writing surface.

Our chauffeur clients will also benefit from the Exclusive Trim package inside the Mercedes-Maybach S-Class, which includes sensuously curved wood trims, nappa leather upholstery and a beautiful dashboard clock with an IWC design.

The feeling of the rear cabin is that of a sumptuous lounge, with all the usual S-Class amenities alongside exclusive Maybach fragrancing, two silver-plated, handcrafted champagne flutes and a Burmester high-end 3D surround sound system. If you’d prefer to keep things quiet while you work, however, then you’ll be pleased to know that this is the world’s quietest production car.

For those times when you need entertainment, there are not only rear-seat screens but also a beautiful panoramic roof with Magic Sky Control, which allows you to transform the glass from opaque to transparent at the touch of a button.

Given Mercedes’ commitment to technology, you won’t be surprised by the myriad of safety features either, all of which combine with our expert chauffeurs to keep you secure throughout your journey.

The car’s exterior is equally glorious, with the extra Maybach touches creating a sense of effortless superiority.

The elongated and raised body create sweeping lines to suggest power and dynamism, with the altered rear door, made shorter and located further back on the car than one would normally expect, particularly contributing towards the sense of seamless elegance.

You’ll also spot the prestigious Maybach logo, a double MM inside an arched triangle, along the C pillars of the car.

We’ll bring you more news – and those all-important photos – on our Mercedes-Maybach S-Class as soon as we can. In the meantime, savour the anticipation: we know this car is worth the wait!