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Say you have a huge pile of money allocated to a large comfortable sofa, but you do not feel that Bentley or Rolls-Royce calve other than convertible BMW 6 series aging that we face, is a bit too plebeian Mercedes Benz S class convertible is the only choice.
But what is a good choice, it is appropriate to its data plate, the S-Class Cabriolet is the largest and most luxurious Mercedes range from 12 depth five lines S63 convertible variants of models and S65 AMG offered, each with more than 500 hp, but the convertible S550 standard tested here, with 449 hp twin-turbo V-8 and rear-wheel drive, is the best expression of the S-class philosophy His lack of sporting pretensions is evident even when it is equipped, like our test car, with a 5900 AMG Sports package with wheels and a body kit rather fluid lines S convertibles, larger proportions than life and elegant presence conjures images of a luxury yacht.
Do not put too fine a point on it, but there are boatlike elements driving experience and Weighing 4786 pounds, the S-Class convertibles dives and rolls locations and a good amount with its suspension in the default mode in Comfort this context, the air suspension stroke is almost too cushy and body movements seem to disagree with the strongest impacts delivered by large 20-inch wheels and low profile tires somewhat paradoxically, we felt more comfortable cruising with the suspension assembly Sport mode that tightens body movements without the tower at all unpleasant S-class is not among the stiffest convertibles existing blame losing such a huge roof with a flexible body and some improper vibration culture on rougher roads, but it is not there some kind of bourgeois Buick Cascada but it is always best to keep calm pace and stick to smooth byways.
Although the preference of convertible S-Class isn t shake, it is certainly able to do the sweet sounding, biturbo engine 4 7 liter engines with power the S550 a stop to 60 mph in a brisk 4 4 seconds with the quarter mile breezing by in 13 0 seconds at 110 mph that's faster than the S550 sedan rear-drive 4 9 seconds and S550 all-wheel drive coupe 4 of 5 seconds we tested, we attribute in much of the new nine-speed automatic that all S550 variants adopted for 2017 shifts are sublimely smooth, although, as in other Mercedes models, we aren t big fans of how the transmission always starts in second speed in its default mode effectiveness Sport mode selection done for less slow takeoffs, but this deactivates the stop-start function and prevents engine eighth and ninth gears even at s higher speeds A more middle of the road program transmission would be appreciated.
A skidpad decision threshold 0 88 g and 70 mph to zero braking distance of 164 feet are impressive for such a heavy car, but remember, this game S550 ISN performance cy s reinforced by the brake pedal, which has a gentle action and light steering, numb that is perfect for a city that floats around the beach.
Beyond its dynamic attributes, the real beauty of the S-Class is its interior aesthetics and outside, it's really special piece that looks and feels worthy of its price six-digit Our test example, metallic paint finish emerald beautifully subtle, was especially delicious with its leather interior 3250 brown saddle and black wood piano accents that feature pinstriping style 1300 will bring the top is a remarkably quiet affair, as the expansive fabric roof effortlessly engine under cover trunk in 20 seconds when the car is traveling at speeds up to 37 mph another useful feature is the ability to raise and lower the top now lock or unlock the buttons on the key fob.
Mercedes-Benz is not be misleading to call the S-Class a four-seater convertible; the rear seats are tight, but comfortable enough for adults as long as the front seats aren t moved too far back All positions are covered with sumptuous leather, and the rear seats are well padded; it's even just enough height in the back for adults of average size with high roof.
Several princely options exercised our test car's sticker 161675, including a 6400 Burmester audio system; 2260 night vision system; packaging aforementioned sports 5900; a packet 3500 upscale with massage seats, a surround view camera, and a head-up display device; and an aid package 2250 Driver with all kinds of aid to active driving.
The expense is undoubtedly high, and it may seem even more when the new Class C Convertible has an equally amazing style but on a smaller scale for about a third of the price, but the upstart C t can match the presence and prestige This is the real deal S550 equally luxurious and majestic as any on the road, sitting proudly among the titans at the top of the Mercedes-Benz range and enforce the gravitas of the name S-class.
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