None of the German manufacturers had a particularly auspicious exhibition I don't think. Despite Merc's fanfare for the new S, their stand offered few surprises especially along the lines of what to expect in future model design language through the use of concepts cars to convey such themes. BMW should've shown at least something more than the Z4 coupe concept. Audi's Q7 is ok, but hardly a car for the people - it has very limited appeal.

So all in all, a rather dull Frankfurt for the big 3.