The limited-edition special models bear a number of discreet identifying markings in the interior too. The occupants' feet rest on genuine lambskin carpeting. The unusual diamond quilting pattern on the seat cushions and backrests together with the black piping gives the opulently styled seats a character all of their own. The precisely crafted contrasting topstitching in the dashboard and on the doors reinforces the Maybach Zeppelin's sense of dynamism. At the same time, the lustrous deep black tone of the leather harmonises beautifully with the exquisite piano lacquer finish of the trim elements. Here, the luxurious leather appointments in California beige leather form a delightful contrast with the exclusive leather in deep Stromboli black that gives added impact to the shoulderline on the inside too. The new Maybach Zeppelin is a car for connoisseurs, as is immediately apparent from its interior. The curving "ZEPPELIN" lettering that appears below the distinctive double "M" emblem on the radiator grille and on the boot lid instantly gives away the elite status of the new Maybach Zeppelin.įinest-quality leather and high-gloss piano lacquer trim They also feature an enlarged mirror surface together with integral indicators in the shape of a horizontal "V" for even greater perceptual safety. They have a more angular design and are separated from the door frame by a slender arm, giving them a more expressive look. The streamlined exterior mirrors, which produce even less wind noise, are new to Maybach. These were first painted with a black undercoat, before having a silver topcoat applied using an elaborate painting process that causes the tone to gradually increase in darkness from the outside in. The Maybach Zeppelin's newly designed 20-inch wheels in a Chrome Shadow finish complete the picture. Naturally, customers may also specify their Maybach Zeppelin in any other paint finish they wish. Dark red tail light units and a fine vertical partition in the tailpipe add striking visual touches at the rear. The shoulderline is painted right through to the background of the headlamp assemblies in Rocky Mountains light brown, which forms a stylish and scintillating contrast to the Taiga black finish used for the rest of the vehicle body. From the outside, the luxury brand's new top-of-the-range model can be recognised by its two-tone special paint finish. Whatever angle it is viewed from, the new Maybach Zeppelin radiates character and the sort of style which appeals to all the senses. Supreme performance is assured in both cases by the 6.0 litre V12 biturbo power unit under the bonnet, which now delivers 471 kW/640 hp (+ 28 hp) and a peak torque of 1000 Newton metres.Ī two-tone exterior identifies the new Maybach flagship The Maybach 57 S and the long-wheelbase version, the 62 S, serve as the technical basis for the new range-topping model. Not only do the Maybach 57 Zeppelin and Maybach 62 Zeppelin stand out for their exquisite elegance, inventive ideas and phenomenal performance, only one hundred of these special model versions of the high-end luxury saloons will be made worldwide.Įven greater power for the Maybach Zeppelin
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As in bygone times, Maybach is once again building the Maybach Zeppelin for drivers who are seeking something extra special, even in this most luxurious of automotive segments. The new Maybach Zeppelin is being built in a limited edition of just 100 worldwide.Įven today, the name "Zeppelin" has an incomparable ring to it in the realm of high-end luxury cars. In a nutshell: the Maybach Zeppelin epitomises stylish elegance and the art of vehicle manufacture at its most refined as no car has ever done before. The new model's performance even outclasses the rest of the Maybach range, making it the most powerful Maybach ever. The hallmark features of the new Maybach flagship's unique sense of style include a stunning paint finish, featuring a shoulderline in a contrasting colour, as well as the exquisite, meticulously crafted materials in the interior, whose long list of optional extras includes a world first – a highly sophisticated perfume atomiser.
This makes it a worthy successor to the legendary Maybach Zeppelin, which was revered worldwide as the ultimate in high-class automotive engineering in the 1930s.
The new model, which is receiving its premiere at the Geneva Motor Show, represents the absolute zenith in the high-end luxury saloon segment. The Maybach brand is bringing out the new Maybach Zeppelin to spearhead its luxury saloon model range.