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Old 01-09-2008, 10:46 AM   #1
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S-Class Facelift (Spy Photos & info)



Mercedes-Benz has apparently begun work on a facelifted version of its flagship sedan, the S-Class. As can be seen on these first prototype shots, changes will apparently be made to the headlights. It remains to be see whether other design elements will also be modified.

The current S-Class was introduced to the world in late 2005, making some time next year appropriate for a refresh. Although a complete redesign of major components, like headlights, after just four years is not common, Mercedes might be feeling pressure as a result of the upcoming 2009 BMW 7-Series, which has been completely redesigned.

While the headlights of this prototype are the only modified components being tested so far, it would not be unusual to see other test cars hit the road in the future with more camouflaged elements. A new front fascia, for example, will almost certainly be part of the update.

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Old 01-09-2008, 11:00 AM   #2
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Re: S Class Facelifift Spy Photos

The facelift S-class is usually launched slightly before or after the new generation of the E-class is launched, but I still can't believe we are seeing facelifit photos already, it seems like it was only last year when the new S-class was launched.

I never really liked the headlight shape of the S-class, I hope the facelift will fix this problem. It seems to me the S-class might receive a similar headlight design as the F700 conecpt car.
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Re: S Class Facelifift Spy Photos

according to plan..
its just that it still looks so fresh..
its near half way into its life cycle..
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I never really liked the headlight shape of the S-class, I hope the facelift will fix this problem. It seems to me the S-class might receive a similar headlight design as the F700 conecpt car.
I doubt the shape will change if at all because of the cost factors involved, but the inside of the light design will change. Who knows maybe an LED option or standard on the 600.
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Re: S-Class Facelifift (Spy Photos & info)

Man I hope the changes are minor. If they apply changes to this like they did the W220 it will be great.
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Re: S Class Facelifift Spy Photos

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It seems to me the S-class might receive a similar headlight design as the F700 conecpt car.
I think so too. The F700 head lights will do wonders on the S-class's wide front.


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Re: S-Class Facelifift (Spy Photos & info)

I hope they change the fog lights and the surrounding area which has a design that doesn't flow very well with the other parts of the car's front. It really needs the AMG package to look perfect.
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The facelift S-class is usually launched slightly before or after the new generation of the E-class is launched, but I still can't believe we are seeing facelifit photos already, it seems like it was only last year when the new S-class was launched.
Can you believe it?! It was already over two and a half years ago when I first saw a W221 on the streets.

Where does the time go?
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Re: S-Class Facelifift (Spy Photos & info)

Hummm qutie abit of body roll, the rear left wheel is neally coming off the floor.
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Re: S-Class Facelifift (Spy Photos & info)

I have yet to want anything changed on the current S Class. IMHO it is still so fresh and perfect.
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