German prestige car maker Mercedes Benz has been a little quiet of late. Some of their massive range of vehicles have been slightly tickled up but otherwise there’s not been much that’s new. Until, that is, we look at this luxury Mercedes-Maybach SL Monogram; the open-top tourer you have always promised yourself.
This premium sports car is the sportiest model in the Maybach brand’s history through their work with Mercedes. The car is offered in a uniquely cohesive combination of colours and materials for the exterior and interior, with the Maybach pattern as a linking design element. These special accents appear throughout, from front to rear, inside and out.
The Exterior
There are two curated designs for the open-top two-seater at launch in the Spring of 2025: The Red Ambience is characterised by a new two-tone paint finish of obsidian black metallic over a garnet red metallic. In the White Ambience design, obsidian black metallic contrasts with an opalite white. The very striking and exceptionally brilliant red and the elegant white both embody automotive beauty and lightness. Other colours will be available to order.
In keeping with the Maybach brand philosophy, the Mercedes-Maybach SL Monogram offers a holistic sensory experience, they say. The contours of the brand-specific, chrome-finished radiator grille are illuminated, as is the finely integrated Maybach lettering. The distinctive bonnet bears an upright Mercedes star in traditional fashion and a chromed fin running front to rear along its centre. To further enhance the exclusivity of this striking sports car, the obsidian black bonnet (hood) is available upon request. with the Maybach pattern incorporated in graphite grey.
Apparently, this latter signature process is very complex and is partly done by hand. First, the bonnet receives a base coat, which is then sanded by hand. The Maybach pattern is then printed onto it. Each part of the process is technically sophisticated and must be executed with the utmost precision. Next, the bonnet is coated with clear matte lacquer, sanded by hand and finally finished with a further coat of clear matte lacquer. This is an interesting process and is quite unique in these mass-produced days, other than in the realm of the super-car.
The inside of the headlights is finished with high-quality accenting in rose gold. The dedicated front skirt emphasises the vehicle’s width with horizontal air intakes while the windscreen frame is finished in gleaming chrome. A further chrome insert graces the sill cladding. The Mercedes‑Maybach SL runs on 21-inch forged alloy wheels in 5-hole design or multi-spoke design.
The extensively insulated acoustic soft top consists of light black fabric, with the Maybach pattern subtly incorporated. The rear is characterised by rear lights with the Maybach logo again and there’s a brand-specific rear skirt with chrome trim, a dedicated diffuser design and tailpipe trims with a signature horizontal bar.
Behind the seats, an aerodynamically designed double scoop reinforces the individual look. Together with the chrome fin on the bonnet, it gives the two-seater particularly elegant and sporty proportions when viewed from the side, especially with the top down.
The Luxury Interior
Inside, sustainably tanned, crystal white ‘nappa’ leather creates a striking ambience, although is not a place for muddy pets. It features on the door panels, the centre console and on the brand’s signature comfort seats. The seat upholstery has a new and unusual floral design with the space behind the seats is also finished in white leather. The galvanised seat backrests and silver chrome trim provide a striking contrast to the leather.
The typically Mercedes fully digital instrument display and the electrically adjustable centre display incorporate the Maybach-specific start-up animations and display styles. Further brand hallmarks are the steering wheel, the stainless-steel pedals and the stainless-steel door sill trims. There’s a host of lifestyle options too, with, amongst other items, a leather jacket, shoes and luggage on offer! There’s even a little treat for a (clean) dog.
The Drive
This car is of course a real Mercedes-Benz SL at heart, with all the technical accomplishments that entails. Built to the highest standards which also apply to the driving, the handling and the sound-proofed comfort. Comprehensive measures guarantee a quiet and comfortable, typically Maybach, driving experience. These include a noise-optimised exhaust system, an extensive insulation and absorption package as well as a comfort-oriented suspension set-up and soft engine mounts for a superb ride.
The combination of a 4.0 litre bi-turbo engine with 430 kW (585bhp / 593PS) and smooth-shifting nine-speed ‘G‑TRONIC’ automatic transmission with adapted accelerator pedal characteristics ensures the supremely dynamic driving pleasure expected of a prestige Maybach vehicle. The fully variable ‘4MATIC+’ all-wheel-drive offers high traction even in slippery road conditions, thus increasing driving safety. The standard-fit rear-axle steering combines agility and stability for a manoeuvrable and safe driving experience, it is reported.
Mercedes-Benz & MHH International
The Maybach SL Monogram is of course a luxury vehicle and no price has yet been listed at the time of writing. The German car manufacturer does however offer a host of premium alternatives that includes, saloons, sports cars, hatchbacks, SUV’s and of course fully electric vehicles too in the EQ series.
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