New Mercedes-Maybach S650 Cabriolet
Making its debut at the 2016
Los Angeles Auto Show is the 2017 Mercedes-Maybach S650 Cabriolet, which the
automaker is limiting to 300 units, with just 75 of those making their way to
the U.S.
Powering the rare droptop is a 6.0-liter twin-turbo
V-12 making 621 hp and 738 lb-ft of torque. The
high-powered engine is mated to a seven-speed automatic sending power to the
rear wheels–we expect a 0-60 mph time of around 4 seconds.
A number of Maybach touches set this cabrio apart
from the normal S-Class. One special distinction can be found on the
convertible top cover, which is finished with wooden trim that includes an
inlaid Maybach logo. The front bumper is redone with more chrome at the lower
edge, and the 20-inch forged wheels are a new design for Maybach.
The Maybach S650 Cabriolet will be sold with three
color scheme options including one with Zircon Red paint and porcelain-colored
leather. The second combines Cote d’Azur Blue paint with Porcelain and saddle
brown leather, and the third option includes Designo Diamond White paint with a
porcelain and Yacht Blue interior. Also included is a four-piece luggage set
(utilizing the vehicle’s leather and color scheme) and a car cover with
diamond-quilted pattern. Badges indicating the vehicle’s series number complete
the look.
Pricing hasn’t been released yet, but expect it to
easily exceed the Mercedes-Benz S550 Cabriolet’s MSRP, which starts at US$ 134,225.
