I'd take a Bentley Arnage T, those are bad ass with the 6.75 litre twin turbo.

 

I appreciate all the feedback so far guys. I'm only looking at the 57 since the used car prices have came down pretty dramatically. The 62 is a different story in terms of rear seat comfort, but I'm not considering that model since I will be the one driving. It'll be moreorless a daily driver for me. Anyway, it's not for sure yet. I've still got a few daily considerations, of which one is also an '07 S600. Somehow dollar for dollar, the S600 seems to put the Maybach to shame. Agreed the backseat is where it's all about on the Maybach (esp on the 62), but what about from the drivers seat?

 

driver seat is same, cept you get it ventilated, some s600's have the ventilated seat

 

MB only sold 146 Maybachs world-wide last year. They projected sales of over 1500.

Reports are that they only sold 6 - that SIX - worldwide in September 2008.

It is officially the worst performing division in MB history . . .

The rumor is that they will kill the division soon. So buy now if you want one.

Daimler May Pull Plug On Maybach

If you want BIG and luxurious, look at Bentley or good old Rolls Royce. The Maybach is gonna kick the bucket soon.

You don't want to be the guy that bought the last Edsel.

 

Exactly right. If YOU are driving it yourself, you will look like a tool in the 62.

 

Take a look at the S 63...I had one and it was a fantastic car in every way!!!

 

so true, people might knock on your window asking for a ride to the airport.

 

he has stated multiple times that he's only looking for a 57.

that is true, they are a bargain compared to what they cost new. beautifully appointed cars, they are much more luxurious than an s class and you do get a lot of car for the money. have you driven one yet? the interior is nuts, would make a fantastic daily without the "look at me" aspect of cars such as the phantom. i would say go for it, you'll stand out from the herd.

 

I think if you are getting a Maybach it's going to scream "look at me". Not as much as a Phantom, but still...

 

i would have to disagree, most people won't have a clue as to what it is. it looks so similar to an s class most would probably classify it as such. it has an overall subdued design and the earlier ones had no badging on the boot lid. let me put it this way, as far as cars of that caliber are concerned it is the least flamboyant of the bunch.