@@somenygaard mercedes 770, preferred by dictators everywhere, Hitler had one, also gave one to Mussolini as a gift Red Skull's car (enemy of Captain America) was inspired by the Mercedes 770k
That hood is hideous. But I suppose I shouldn't be surprised as I haven't liked the styling of any Maybach. They always take a decent looking Mercedes and make it look tacky.
What we have here is an identity crisis. Maybach is simply a trim level now that the company is gone. So why do they have both logos all over this car? And that hood… some designer copied Louis Vuitton and they let them get away with it, and it looks ridiculous.
@@trevonduncombe5866 Maybach is NOT its own brand. That stopped ages ago. It is simply a trim level now, and one that should have been buried 10 years ago. If Mercedes can’t sell itself as the pinnacle of luxury with the 3 pointed star they have failed big time.
Why does MB not realize badge “engineering” doesn’t work. Slapping a Maybach label on an SL and adding some unique trim bits should not make it a Maybach.
"Real Gauges" YES PLEASE!!!... I actually think we are approaching a time when those will cost extra, the same way displays started out with some manufacturers.
From a luxurious Maybach S coupe (likely one of the most elegant cars of this century) to this little SL? Honestly, it looks like it was wrapped with a foil from Temu.
A bit more elegant?!? It’s a joke, right? The SL is a beautiful design but they completely ruined it. Sorry but this is NOT elegant. It’s just gaudy, new money, superfluous…you name it. I would not like to be seen it that thing
you can just option out the Maybach logos. It’s new money or old money depending on the owner who options it. It’s a business decision, it’s better to appeal to both new and old money than just old money. It’s like LV, you have logo bags and more expensive plain bags.
A Maybach Mercedes is supposed to have a longer wheelbase, that's why it makes sense on the S-Class, not so much on a two-door SL. Also a 680 Mercedes SHOULD HAVE A V12.
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SL 63 AMG is a better looking car in my opinion. I certainly don't like the monogram all over the hood or even a black hood. Yes it's just a rebadged SL. Yeah bring back the S65.
when somebody shows up in this car, to a party you’re attending, you’d probably feel good about it. The car doesn’t need to be beautiful or well made, it just needs to be expensive and flashy.
It really is not tasteful at all ......but I don't think that'll be a problem for the people who will buy it. They'll be very popular in Beverly Hills, Dubai, and Monaco.
It's not just rappers, the design changes are supposed to attract style....the color pallet i get. The monochrome paint style is normal, this is unique.
It’s lovely but I would get another colour that looks more understated. The current configuration is a bit too flashy for me but it’s gorgeous. Also the myriad of Maybach logos on the bonnet have to go.
I congratulate Maybach on their ability to sell tacky cars for ludicrous prices to people with no taste. I also thank the buyers for subsidizing the price of proper cars.
Nope!! If they do a black hood then be ingenious and do it in carbon fiber with rose gold logos; get rid of the hood ornament or put one with the Maybach logo. A black interior would make more sense and yes I agree and get rid of that cheesy tablet. Even with all of that it would still be a flop. The legendary SL can only be a Mercedes and not just decide to put lipstick on an SL .
Geezus. Is Pimp My Ride back?!?! That hood... Those of us old enough to remember Mel Brooks's movie High Anxiety... Madeline Kahn's Seville painted in the Gucci pattern? 😂😂😂
Well, how nice would a dark blue with a saddle interior and a blue or silver hood look! Just do not like the stamping on the hood or the all-WHITE interior but then again, I am not the market for this car!! Great review and yes, a 12 cylinder would be better!
For the same amount of money, I’d search high and low for an R129 SL70 AMG and revel in the best-looking V12 Benz convertible ever made. But that’s just me. I’m sure that in a few months, a Chinese company will release a body kit and interior accessories to make your base-model SL look just like this one. It happened with the GLS400d in the Indian subcontinent and will likely happen again. It’s a trend that reflects the current Maybach ethos: an obsession with looking as ostentatious as possible
The fellow rappers you're trying to impress would see that SL70 as a crappy old car. That's why you need this car with the Maybach LV hood to impress them!
First, definitely agree with the 12 cylinder motor. Second, I see this Maybach as being in the rarified realm of Hollywood stars, sports celebrities, and rappers.... its so over-the-top ostentatious. 😮
Don’t like the Maybach hood logos. Obviously I’m guessing for this price point one would have a wide choice of bespoke exterior and interior color choices. This example seems garish.
Hey, I have the standing logo on my E500, the problem is random little kids like to grab it which is very frustrating I have to fix it back into place.
I ask for the gauges in EVERY Maybach episode . . . Why? Because they already did it! Through their 'Manufaktur' program a customer paid what I could only imagine was a King's ransom for real gauges. So, it can be done . . . And I feel would go a VERY long way differentiate a Maybach from a standard, serial production Mercedes. I would go so far as to saying this: Have a look through the comments - and I even said it on camera, this flavor of SL ain't for everyone, but if they did the gauges - it would transform the interior and it the car, would be a sales success.
I’d smoke it in my SL. Looks heavy too. I was excited until 4.zero. I think Mansory will answer back. Needs a 12. I’d like the hood if it’s carbon. Mercedes needs SL Anniversary Editions Actual ac seats for us Southeners. Real sound systems not just a brand hope. Cool car though.
That baby has bling but in subtle places. Ok granted the grill and A pillar not so subtle, but the chin and profile work: quite a strong elegant vibe. My only chance is to catch a falling star in four years off lease or the lottery. There’s always that for some but🚫not for me. 13:32
@@MotoManTV I’d have to buy the lease out which would cost a lot in depreciation💵🕳️⬇️ unless Hyundai sold it at its cratered street value instead of their residual they thought it would be 16 months ago🤦🏻♂️. Talk about a serialized production depreciation.🤭😁🤣
Ya'll are brutal in these comments, I wonder how many of these commenter's are actually the target market for this car, with the accompanying means 🧐😅 I love it. It stands out and it oozes elegance. I'll take 2.
5:13 whaat material is this cover made off ? It looks cheap ... remember the Maybach Vision 6 ? That had a cover on the back that looked like wooden paneels of a Yacht ... i would have expected something like that
" This car is for rappers." Very very ironic since NO car has ever been marketed towards Hip Hop Artist but to those that have more money than common sense.
You can really say it is 2-3 billion. VW has spend just 1 billion on the development of one of its recent Golf Generation. Mabye 3 Billion for entire S -Class product line including the S-Class the Maybach, the Guard...
I don’t know MotoMan but that hood is growing on me! Also, that interior is so bright white, I would have to wear shades all of the time while driving it.
Mercedes has been resting on the laurels for decades and make boring looking cars. On the exterior. But this is the best looking Mercedes I’ve ever seen !!!!
They're wrong for calling this a 680 without the V12 and Maybach has made convertibles before. The S Class Cabrio had a Maybach version.
I agree. They should have called it the SL500 instead. Or 560 even.
Usually the car number was designated by the engine size , like the 770 which had a 7.665L engine ine
@@pihermoso11I searched but can’t find any evidence of a BMW 770.
@@somenygaard mercedes 770, preferred by dictators everywhere, Hitler had one, also gave one to Mussolini as a gift
Red Skull's car (enemy of Captain America) was inspired by the Mercedes 770k
Should be 580 Like the 223 @@Patrick_T_Peni
Perfect car for a successful pimp, pusher, or online course grifter. In other words Maybach knows their audience very well
Mercedes for doctors & dentist became Mercedes AMG for pushers & Ponzi schemers .
A Maybach version makes sense, but that hood looks like something Mansory would do…
Yup, that hood is atrocious
This is so guady. Perfect for rappers, Arab shieks and the Kardashians, so basically everything that modern Mercedes/Maybach wishes to be.
Perfect for everything wrong with humanity.
lol. Have you seen the new 7-series? This is subtle compared to that hot mess!
@@jaymum23That hot mess is better than an S class though.
Kinda makes you wonder why they didn't do it sooner
@@RPYMCMB In what way? Making your eyes bleed? Weighing 3 tons?
That hood is hideous. But I suppose I shouldn't be surprised as I haven't liked the styling of any Maybach. They always take a decent looking Mercedes and make it look tacky.
It reminds me of the cars I've seen with Louis Vuitton logo wrap jobs. I can't imagine anyone actually choosing that hood.
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Absolutely for $20 rappers & influencas. The German brands have fallen greatly.
Smart target marketing - they are going with this model exactly after those customers which are rare but flushed with money.
What we have here is an identity crisis. Maybach is simply a trim level now that the company is gone. So why do they have both logos all over this car? And that hood… some designer copied Louis Vuitton and they let them get away with it, and it looks ridiculous.
Yep, the hood is horrendous
Is Maybach just MB's version of Ford's Lincoln brand? Wait, Lincoln is more differentiated from Ford than Maybach is from MB.
The hood is ridiculous.
@@josephhonomichl5240Maybach is its own brand but is owned by Mercedes. It’s a bit confusing 😂
@@trevonduncombe5866 Maybach is NOT its own brand. That stopped ages ago. It is simply a trim level now, and one that should have been buried 10 years ago. If Mercedes can’t sell itself as the pinnacle of luxury with the 3 pointed star they have failed big time.
Why does MB not realize badge “engineering” doesn’t work. Slapping a Maybach label on an SL and adding some unique trim bits should not make it a Maybach.
Maybach deserves to be their own brand again.
Same with AMG.
nothing more truthful that money can't buy taste
Well it helps - you can buy somebody with taste who buys it for you ;)
That black hood messed this car up.
Should just be some stripes
Well good news - it's an extra - means not getting it saves you money! 😁
The hood treatment is what I'd expect some social media influencer to do to his leased car.🙄
@@afrostigmeister “I just bought a new car” clickbait type of bs 🤣🤣
Gaudy
"Real Gauges" YES PLEASE!!!... I actually think we are approaching a time when those will cost extra, the same way displays started out with some manufacturers.
At least in this SL, they covered the instrument cluster, and it isn't just tacked on like the S-Class.
For once, a production ready car that should remain as a concept.
Looks like a rich Barbie Car
From a luxurious Maybach S coupe (likely one of the most elegant cars of this century) to this little SL? Honestly, it looks like it was wrapped with a foil from Temu.
Put different painting and stickers on an SL and now it’s a Maybach?
What is Mercedes even doing?
A bit more elegant?!? It’s a joke, right? The SL is a beautiful design but they completely ruined it. Sorry but this is NOT elegant. It’s just gaudy, new money, superfluous…you name it. I would not like to be seen it that thing
what are you on lmao
you can just option out the Maybach logos. It’s new money or old money depending on the owner who options it. It’s a business decision, it’s better to appeal to both new and old money than just old money. It’s like LV, you have logo bags and more expensive plain bags.
U work for bmw😂
Bmw also gaudy af nowadays. Germans except porsche have lost their way @@agshustle4207
Car culture has a variety of different people with a wide variety of tastes when it comes to cars.
I think I concur with one of your last points. The S-class coupe needs to resurface and another Maybach version would be great.
❤Bravo and thank you for V12 speach.
I am going to ask for that and the gauges at every opportunity!
@@MotoManTV ❤
I'm not sold on that grille treatment. I do like the tonneau cover, and I agree on the gauges
1:27 are you kiddding me ? A S680 Maybach NO V12 ? Just a V8 . .
Everybody’s getting rid of V12.
Oh lord your favorite SoundCloud rapper, just found his new car he's going to rap about yet doesn't own 😂
On point as always... believe me, they pay attention to specialist like you, moto-man. Great review
A Maybach Mercedes is supposed to have a longer wheelbase, that's why it makes sense on the S-Class, not so much on a two-door SL. Also a 680 Mercedes SHOULD HAVE A V12.
2017 Maybach S 650 Cabriolet, and yes it had the 6L AMG V12. I think it was limited to 500 units.
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And in the process, you know I will always preach a debt free life!
@@MotoManTV Amen to that.
SL 63 AMG is a better looking car in my opinion. I certainly don't like the monogram all over the hood or even a black hood. Yes it's just a rebadged SL. Yeah bring back the S65.
I agree with most of everything you said. But that 1960 Thunderbird was my dream car when I was a kid. 😁
The 60 Thunderbirds had real elegance
when somebody shows up in this car, to a party you’re attending, you’d probably feel good about it. The car doesn’t need to be beautiful or well made, it just needs to be expensive and flashy.
It really is not tasteful at all ......but I don't think that'll be a problem for the people who will buy it. They'll be very popular in Beverly Hills, Dubai, and Monaco.
That hood, why? Oh why? I have to agree with the others on this one, M.
I genuinely appreciate your video content.
My pleasure!
fabric roof, what a shame i would take security over looks every time especially when theft of these models in price range are on the rise
Hokey! The regular SL is far more elegant.
The colour choices are not good but I think it can look stunning
This car screams "new money" much rather have a standard SL63
Pretty sure there’s an s class maybach convertible already.
Legend has it, you will start a mumble rap career after you sit in it.
It's not just rappers, the design changes are supposed to attract style....the color pallet i get.
The monochrome paint style is normal, this is unique.
Gauche like a Louis Vuitton wrap
There should be a new S-class convertible. Maybach version of new SL looks so strange to me.
They could have made it good.With a V12 and a more classy design. But yeah I understand your point it looks to sporty for a Maybach.
@@Midg-td3ty Exactly
absolutely heinous.
Your S Class idea is what the Maybach should be. Not a trim level. I don’t even understand why they brought in the Mythos lineup
Yes. I am not letting go of my AMG S 63 Cabrio.
Don't ever sell it . . . absolutely will be a classic.
@@MotoManTV thanks! That’s how I feel.
It’s lovely but I would get another colour that looks more understated. The current configuration is a bit too flashy for me but it’s gorgeous. Also the myriad of Maybach logos on the bonnet have to go.
So the SL is not selling and now the think this worst version will?
If you just dropf of the roof of the amg gt and name it after the iconic sl than for sure it dont will sell.
I congratulate Maybach on their ability to sell tacky cars for ludicrous prices to people with no taste. I also thank the buyers for subsidizing the price of proper cars.
They need to make the cover wood similar to the s class coupes.
Nope!!
If they do a black hood then be ingenious and do it in carbon fiber with rose gold logos; get rid of the hood ornament or put one with the Maybach logo.
A black interior would make more sense and yes I agree and get rid of that cheesy tablet.
Even with all of that it would still be a flop. The legendary SL can only be a Mercedes and not just decide to put lipstick on an SL .
Beautiful car aside from the paint job.
Looks like it was spec'd for barbie who just won the lottery.
Geezus. Is Pimp My Ride back?!?! That hood... Those of us old enough to remember Mel Brooks's movie High Anxiety... Madeline Kahn's Seville painted in the Gucci pattern? 😂😂😂
13:00 somebody link him the S cabrio of previous generation.
Well, how nice would a dark blue with a saddle interior and a blue or silver hood look! Just do not like the stamping on the hood or the all-WHITE interior but then again, I am not the market for this car!! Great review and yes, a 12 cylinder would be better!
The Mercedes you're asking for is the Mercedes-Benz Ocean Drive. I really wish they had made it.
Maybach already has made a convertible ...S650 from 2018 the black hood is HIDEOUS
Great job as always George , I would need to take out a loan for the washer fluid! From Evan, Rockland County ,NY, a faithful viewer since day one !
Great to hear from you Evan!
They did with the Ocean Drive concept and delivered with the C217 S600 Maybach convertible years ago.
Yeah the Ocean Drive Concept was amazing.
Damn that hood is gaudy!
For the same amount of money, I’d search high and low for an R129 SL70 AMG and revel in the best-looking V12 Benz convertible ever made. But that’s just me. I’m sure that in a few months, a Chinese company will release a body kit and interior accessories to make your base-model SL look just like this one. It happened with the GLS400d in the Indian subcontinent and will likely happen again. It’s a trend that reflects the current Maybach ethos: an obsession with looking as ostentatious as possible
The fellow rappers you're trying to impress would see that SL70 as a crappy old car. That's why you need this car with the Maybach LV hood to impress them!
The price difference is not that much. Not worth it. If you can afford a V8 SL you can afford this. Its nothing special.
There was a maybach convertible based on the s class convertible last time
yes, and other than some badge engineering it was not at all different from my AMG S63Cabrio.
Locks like a gay Louis Vuitton suitcase 🤣
Thank you for being honest MotoMan🙏🏿
First, definitely agree with the 12 cylinder motor. Second, I see this Maybach as being in the rarified realm of Hollywood stars, sports celebrities, and rappers.... its so over-the-top ostentatious. 😮
Don’t like the Maybach hood logos. Obviously I’m guessing for this price point one would have a wide choice of bespoke exterior and interior color choices. This example seems garish.
Hey, I have the standing logo on my E500, the problem is random little kids like to grab it which is very frustrating I have to fix it back into place.
Wow. That is gaudy. Good luck. Great review though.
Hope they bring that steering wheel to the SL
This car is like a LV shirt w 1000 logos on it. Tacky
So get an S650 Cabriolet with the V12? Got it!
Amazing convertible from Mercedes Maybach too bad doesnt have v12.
Would have made sense if the revived the s class coupe and made a maybach version..........this car is screaming depreciation
Capitalizing on the anything exclusive sells, and this most certainly will sell.
Someone at MB's materials and design studio had too many Gucci ads on their inspiration board
:)
@MotoManTv your wish list is perfect, too bad they won’t use it
I ask for the gauges in EVERY Maybach episode . . . Why? Because they already did it! Through their 'Manufaktur' program a customer paid what I could only imagine was a King's ransom for real gauges. So, it can be done . . . And I feel would go a VERY long way differentiate a Maybach from a standard, serial production Mercedes. I would go so far as to saying this: Have a look through the comments - and I even said it on camera, this flavor of SL ain't for everyone, but if they did the gauges - it would transform the interior and it the car, would be a sales success.
@@MotoManTVagree! I sooo wish my AMG S63 Cabrio had classic gauges. So much stunning design with 24 inches of screen slapped in the middle.
Yes, it's a very subjective thought, but to me it just goes to show that having lots of money does not necessarily equate to having good taste....
I’d smoke it in my SL. Looks heavy too. I was excited until 4.zero. I think Mansory will answer back. Needs a 12. I’d like the hood if it’s carbon. Mercedes needs SL Anniversary Editions
Actual ac seats for us Southeners. Real sound systems not just a brand hope. Cool car though.
That baby has bling but in subtle places. Ok granted the grill and A pillar not so subtle, but the chin and profile work: quite a strong elegant vibe. My only chance is to catch a falling star in four years off lease or the lottery. There’s always that for some but🚫not for me. 13:32
We can't interest you to trade the IONIQ 5 for this:)
@@MotoManTV I’d have to buy the lease out which would cost a lot in depreciation💵🕳️⬇️ unless Hyundai sold it at its cratered street value instead of their residual they thought it would be 16 months ago🤦🏻♂️. Talk about a serialized production depreciation.🤭😁🤣
Were they inspired by Louis Vuitton? Monogram canvas...
Definitely needs a V12
The car hood resembles some Gucci's. Its like a Gucci with a Gucci logo all over.
I love it! This Maybach will be a big hit on Rodeo Drive... very special, very attention getting. M-B will sell as many as they can build.
0:31 thats is dromedary convertable with all over dots like Louis Vuitton 🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣
I love it. Perfect.
You guys forgot about the Mercedes-Maybach S650 cabriolet.
*Thy will have the Ali Express kits for these very soon*
Nice video.
sooo a v12 can fit in a r129 but not this huge r232
Ya'll are brutal in these comments, I wonder how many of these commenter's are actually the target market for this car, with the accompanying means 🧐😅 I love it. It stands out and it oozes elegance. I'll take 2.
The prints on the hood looks like cat foot prints
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Yes it does!!!
5:13 whaat material is this cover made off ? It looks cheap ... remember the Maybach Vision 6 ? That had a cover on the back that looked like wooden paneels of a Yacht ... i would have expected something like that
“It doesn’t fit”… just ridiculous. Make it fit.
A bit “rap video”, but I’d get the logo hood for the process alone. Darker color interior.
" This car is for rappers." Very very ironic since NO car has ever been marketed towards Hip Hop Artist but to those that have more money than common sense.
You can really say it is 2-3 billion. VW has spend just 1 billion on the development of one of its recent Golf Generation. Mabye 3 Billion for entire S -Class product line including the S-Class the Maybach, the Guard...
They should use V12 to justify the high price tag, and NO NEED for all those MM badges don't make it more luxury.
Maybach S 650 convertible from 2016 looks better.
Sooo far from Maybach Vision 6... too bad. That design would have been a wow moment for anybody every time the car would pass you by... :)
I don’t know MotoMan but that hood is growing on me!
Also, that interior is so bright white, I would have to wear shades all of the time while driving it.
I would rather have it all black without any decals cognac leather
Mercedes has been resting on the laurels for decades and make boring looking cars. On the exterior. But this is the best looking Mercedes I’ve ever seen !!!!
A real Maybach has 12 cylinders