Just_me

I know what you mean but its not a secret that we humans take cars very personal. I still think its best to ignore it although it isnt easy (I have hard time myself).

EDIT: I just saw this, you're right, not a proper thing to say in a carboard.
...slave workers during WW II.

SDNR

Well, we can't deny (nor should we forget) that the example is true - but the context in which it has been used here is what is objectionable.

GTA8.5

S-Class all the way!
The S-Class has been the most successful German excutive car for 40 years!!
Thats not going to change anytime soon!

cawimmer430

The S-Class still has that edge, but the Audi and BMW are also rising starts. Ultimately, it's turning out to be a question of taste. Most business S-Classes I see have chauffers while Audi and BMW drivers seem to want to drive themselves.

Beemer B773ER

This is a bit of a 50/50 poll. Im not sure exactly what you want us to decide on.

In terms of which of these cars is the best ? It's got to be the new S-class, simply because it is the newest of them all. We all know that new cars 'should' be better than older ones, so that's the assumption i'm going as I haven't driven or got a ride in any of these cars besides the pre-facelift 7er.

But, looking at the poll from the other point of view, which one would I prefer? It would have to be the 7er.
The A8 is a great looking car, although the rear is starting to get a little boring now, but overall, from what i've read about it's build quality and driving ability, it seems like a very competent vehicle.
The new S ?, well, as i said, i'm assuming it's the best out of the car, especially in gadgetry and so forth, but the styling of the car is not to my liking besides the front. Not a fan of the rear at all, and very disappointed at how the interior mirrors the 7er so much. Ofcourse in terms of luxury, comfort, driving ability the S would also be very accomplished no doubt.

..and finally onto the 7er. It's sheer size is a winner for starters. It's kind of weird though, coz I really like the previous 7er's long, sleek look, but the instant i saw pictures of the E65 7er and it's big size, i was just like "wow...now that is a real eyecatcher!"...and things still haven't changed for me.
Sat in the car many times, played with the I-drive a few times (had no issues with it), and had a couple of rides in it too, and it really is something. But as i said, i havent had a ride in the A8 or S, so can't compare in those terms.

But yeh, in personal preference (say if I won the lottery or something), then I would take the 7er. Facelifted version is just like WOW...!!!! Especially at night time when you see those neon brake lights turn on...!! U feel like bowing down..but then U remember that u still gotta drive your car.

Deutsch

Out of all the cars, I think that the A8 is playing it too safe, the 7 series is playing w/ fire and has already been burned, the S - class is a design that sits somwhere in the middle, but a little closer to the begining than all the way on the edge of overdesign. I think that designers are trying too hard w/ so many of their designs, trying to always be at the forefront rather than refining exsisting and core design elemetns. It's getting to the point where now the only car that really looks like a true European design, is a Volvo, VW, or an Audi. Stick to what you know, don't answer questions that were never asked.

NevadaJack

I went for the S Class. Even though I do not like the fender flare (and the black softens the design) I have to think that this car is the leader and will continue as the most popular top of the line sedan.

Because it is the leading seller in this luxury sedan segment, it follows that most if not all of the current S Class owners will eventually migrate to this edition. I know in the US most buyers of the S Class just order the car and wait for delivery when they want to replace their current S. They may make some remarks or ask a few questions but they end up and driving the S.

When the time comes (or the urge) to trade my S430, I now will automatically look at the S as the replacement. I will not look at the A8 (that grille turns me off quick) or the 7 Series (had a Z3 but never liked the sedans.)

If the Audi is going to grab a segment of the luxury sedan market in the US I think they will have to do if from a brand other than MB. Audi is just not thought of as being in that segment here yet (at least in this MB driver's eyes.)

gustavo

AUDI has a very clever marketing strategy, at least in Germany. Chancellor Schroeder, a former VAG board of trustees member, was very helpful when AUDI was choosen for representative purposes.

For the state Baden-Wuerttemberg ( the seat is in Stuttgart) AUDI offered
the government secretaries A6 and A8 for an unmatchable lease rate

The DC Management was a little bit upset, when the AUDI offer become public, according to Stuttgarter Zeitung.

Very clever marketing form AUDI indeed, but what could they do else to break the S-Class media domination , than to give away their cars for nothing?

Carbon

Audi

HighestOfHigh

So do you feel the changes made to the A8 will put it above Mercedes?