Maybach 57S Saloon, 2012
Chassis No.: WDB2400771A003158 €138,000 EUR | Sold • Ultra-exclusive luxury sports saloon • 604bhp V12 engine • Acquired from Mercedes-Benz Switzerland • Present ownership since 2013 "It's one of the world's most luxurious cars. In fact, only the Rolls-Royce Phantom comes close. It can carry a driver, front passenger and up to three rear passengers on a serene, silent and spacious journey." – Autocar magazine on the Maybach 57 S. The revived brand's new dawn commenced in 2002 with the launch of the Maybach 57 and 62: a brace of high-performance luxury saloons that, inevitably, incorporated a good deal of contemporary Mercedes-Benz technology. The model designations were derived from their approximate lengths: 5.7 metres in the former's case and 6.2 metres in the latter's, and both were powered initially by a 5.5-litre twin-turbocharged V12 engine. An enhanced version of the 57 - the 57 S, for 'Special' - was launched at the 2005 Geneva Motor Show and featured a 6.0-litre, 604bhp V12 from the group's Mercedes-AMG division. According to Autocar magazine: "Incredibly, it is not so much the engine's massive power that gives the 57 S its character, more the endless reserve of torque, which swells to 738lb/ft at just 2000rpm to provide the Maybach with devastating off-the-line and in-gear acceleration." A base price of €381,250 ($417,402) ensured that only a privileged few would get to experience the 57 S's stupendous performance at first hand. Built in September 2012, this ultra-exclusive modern Maybach was purchased by the vendor from Mercedes-Benz Switzerland in January 2013 at 1,500 kilometres. It has mostly been on static display since and will require recommissioning prior to road use. Accompanying documentation consists of a copy of the purchase invoice and a specification sheet. Please note that if this vehicle remains within the Netherlands, it will be subject to import duty at 10% (+VAT) and 21% Import VAT on the hammer price. Import rates to other EU Country's may vary for VAT rate and an administration fee will be charged to prepare the necessary customs clearances. Please note that if you purchase as an EU Company, the VAT amount will be calculated based on your registered countries rate. If you have any questions regarding customs clearance, please contact the Bonhams Motorcar Department or our recommended shippers. https://cars.bonhams.com/auction/27959/lot/148/2012-maybach-57s-saloon-chassis-no-wdb2400771a003158/
