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Mercedes-Benz plans to introduce a four-door convertible based on the S-Class luxury sedan, according to a published report. The V12 car will be unveiled at the Detroit auto show in January, Germany's Auto Motor und Sport reported Tuesday. The magazine didn't elaborate further on specifics of the car, but said it is inspired by the 1950s Mercedes 300 four-door convertible. If true, the rumor would represent the latest in a widespread model diversification effort at Mercedes. In recent years, the automaker has broken from its core vehicle lineup and expanded its offerings to contain countless niche vehicles.

Rendering HERE (http://www.auto-motor-und-sport.de/d/116440/d_ams_fotoshow_detail?skip=0)

sources : leftlanenews, auto-motor-und-sport.de

Another rendering from CWWcardesign, but with only 2 doors :
http://www.cwwcardesign.com/cars/pics/mb_w221_cabrio2.jpg

So, will the convertible look more like the CLS or the S-Class? I think it will look more like the CLS (with the exception of the rear and size) if they decide to make such a thing...

Hope they do some good testing before they let it lose on the public.

The one above looks real slick.. :cool:

Nope... :thumbdn: :egads:

Maybe they could do something about those 4x4 styled fender flares too. :uh:

Maybe for the E-class, on the S ...nah :egads:

If anyone can pull this off its gotta be Mercedes. Very innovative company(though its not really a new idea). I like it. Its different and no other company currently has a direct competitor.

If sucessful, I wonder which company will follow first??

If anyone can pull this off its gotta be Mercedes. Very innovative company(though its not really a new idea). I like it. Its different and no other company currently has a direct competitor.

If sucessful, I wonder which company will follow first??

Dodge maybe??

:thumbdn:

It looks out of place

eh, although it might be a good idea, i think they should start the 4 door converitble with a smaller car first. Maybe the C-class?

That pic reminds me of the other Maybach coupe concept, which was very stilleto-like and ugly. This one isn't that bad, but has too much Lincoln/old Cadillac in there with the angles.

I'd much prefer a version that is closer to the look of the New S-class, particularly the front. The last successful variant of which was the W140 version: 600 SEC

i am scratching my head...... why would they wanna have the s class as convertible when they don't have one based on e class? i mean, 2 class is HUGE, convertible out of it?!

i am scratching my head...... why would they wanna have the s class as convertible when they don't have one based on e class? i mean, 2 class is HUGE, convertible out of it?!
I actually think Mercedes want a large convertible with a V12 to compete with something like the Bentley CGT convertible, plus it will be unique to have 4 doors.
An E-class based convertible - something like a convertible CLS can be appealing, but may be too close, especially in interior space to the C-class-based CLK ?

Hope it wont be a lemon.

I think Mercedes should stop adding more models into thier lineup, and worry more about fixing the current ones they have.

i am scratching my head...... why would they wanna have the s class as convertible when they don't have one based on e class? i mean, 2 class is HUGE, convertible out of it?!

So the rear seats are actually usable? :)

Mercedes is so all over the map right now I wouldn't be surprised this comes, and the new 6 wheel, 8 door car called the SLL class but they still will call it a coupe :D

Mercedes is so all over the map right now I wouldn't be surprised this comes, and the new 6 wheel, 8 door car called the SLL class but they still will call it a coupe :D

But they must make it a LWB Coupe with all wheel drive otherwise I'm not buying it.

So the rear seats are actually usable? :)
having usable rear seats is one thing. being able to sit in the back but wind blowing bad left and right on freeway is another

having usable rear seats is one thing. being able to sit in the back but wind blowing bad left and right on freeway is another
I must admit, I' ve never sat in the back of a convertible, even friends', I always sit in the front passenger seat. But looks like this one will have 4 doors if they make it, & you can roll up the large windows at the back so it may not be that bad ?

I must admit, I' ve never sat in the back of a convertible, even friends', I always sit in the front passenger seat. But looks like this one will have 4 doors if they make it, & you can roll up the large windows at the back so it may not be that bad ?
i don't know, from the aerodynamics, i would think the problem is from the top not the sides. you close the windows of course you get nothing, but i wonder if you will get a lot of wind from the top?

There hasn't been a production 4-door convertible in the American market that I know of since the 4-door Lincoln Continental convertible of the 1960's....President John F. Kennedy and Texas Governor John Connally were shot in one.

There hasn't been a production 4-door convertible in the American market that I know of since the 4-door Lincoln Continental convertible of the 1960's....President John F. Kennedy and Texas Governor John Connally were shot in one.
lol....... i just find your comments very hilarious :D

i don't know, from the aerodynamics, i would think the problem is from the top not the sides. you close the windows of course you get nothing, but i wonder if you will get a lot of wind from the top?
I suppose you do, but then I am not sure I get your point - you mean back seats in convertible are not desirable nomatter how spacious they are ? And you won't want to sit at the back because of wind from the top ? I suppose sitting at the back of a Bentley Azure convertible is still better than the smaller backseats of a 3 or 6 series convertible, isn't it ?

I suppose you do, but then I am not sure I get your point - you mean back seats in convertible are not desirable nomatter how spacious they are ? And you won't want to sit at the back because of wind from the top ? I suppose sitting at the back of a Bentley Azure convertible is still better than the smaller backseats of a 3 or 6 series convertible, isn't it ?
nop, what i am trying to say is, convertible is NOT for anything with rear seats at all.

just my 2 cents though

nop, what i am trying to say is, convertible is NOT for anything with rear seats at all.
just my 2 cents though

Yes that's what I thought, that's why I said I thought you mean they are not desirable no matter how spacious they are :) It's better just to have 2 seats.
But I think that's true just for small convertibles such as the SC, SLK, SL, & backseats for the 3 & 6 series convertibles are only barely usable.

However, some people do want the style and fun of a convertible but still wants to seat 4 comfortably. I think that's the kind of people MB may be building a S-class 4 door convertible for.
There are large 4-seat convertibles in the past that I like too, like the Bentley Azure, the Cadillac Eldorado Convertible of the late 50's & early 60's etc.

Yes that's what I thought, that's why I said I thought you mean they are not desirable no matter how spacious they are :) It's better just to have 2 seats.
But I think that's true just for small convertibles such as the SC, SLK, SL, & backseats for the 3 & 6 series convertibles are only barely usable.

However, some people do want the style and fun of a convertible but still wants to seat 4 comfortably. I think that's the kind of people MB may be building a S-class 4 door convertible for.
There are large 4-seat convertibles in the past that I like too, like the Bentley Azure, the Cadillac Eldorado Convertible of the late 50's & early 60's etc.
lol, that's definitely something i have yet to agree is nice. imho if you want space and comfortable in a big car, i would just get a sedan. why would i want to miss the roof :D

Thats a trip covertibles are no longer sporty!

Our sources in Germany are telling us that Mercedes will surprise the world with an S-Class Convertible Concept at the upcoming 2007 NAIAS in Detroit. But there's no reason to wait till January. Our favorite illustrator put together these renderings to give us all a preview of the huge four-door convertible concept.




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Our sources in Germany are telling us that Mercedes will surprise the world with an S-Class Convertible Concept at the upcoming 2007 NAIAS in Detroit. But there's no reason to wait till January. Our favorite illustrator put together these renderings to give us all a preview of the huge four-door convertible concept.

Should have given us a hardtop convertible concept... :D

so all that for a soft top convertible on the flagship mb? man, and we were all bashing bmw for not making the 6 series a hard top....

Benz is all over,this puzzles me I mean, I thought they made MAYBACH for this kind of outlandish thing.
The S65 costs $180,000!! THat is Bentley money!!

Maybe they will get rid of Maybach, though they claim it makes money? While Bentley has expanded and RR is next with baby cars, Maybach is struggling.

The S class convert, IMO, would be different, so let Maybach have such a daring idea, a 4 door flagship...

And IMO, I wouldn't want the general public to look inside and say "hey, it looks like a Benz on the outside but it has the inside of a BMW"!

That illustration looks pretty decent, but I don't think I'll ever get a ragtop convertible, nomatter who makes it . . .

a car that big, long, and heavy should not be made into a convertible from engineering point of view

at this technological standpoint, no matter how u brace it, the chasis will still flex if u chop the roof off
its gonna be terrible

they are just gonna make SL and CL
S-class is considered a flagship 4 door sedan, making a 2 door convertible should be named with another model name

That illustration looks pretty decent, but I don't think I'll ever get a ragtop convertible, nomatter who makes it . . .

well, there is one i would get in a heart beat -- s2000

a car that big, long, and heavy should not be made into a convertible from engineering point of view

at this technological standpoint, no matter how u brace it, the chasis will still flex if u chop the roof off
its gonna be terrible

they are just gonna make SL and CL
S-class is considered a flagship 4 door sedan, making a 2 door convertible should be named with another model name

perfect point there, with a car that big and long, there would be a lot of body flex, without the top support i wonder how they can make the car completely straight and you still open and close doors easily.

and i was just thinking, from the pic, how does the rear door work? :) dont' think there will be b pillar right? :)

well, there is one i would get in a heart beat -- s2000



perfect point there, with a car that big and long, there would be a lot of body flex, without the top support i wonder how they can make the car completely straight and you still open and close doors easily.

and i was just thinking, from the pic, how does the rear door work? :) dont' think there will be b pillar right? :)
:)
and i dont think there has been a 4 door convertible for quite a while

last time i saw one was on a lincoln i think, it was at a walmart parking lot...
ugly as (#(*#%(%
lol

this is a 2 door S class i think
which isnt an S class anymore
just a fictional car made thru photoshop

not bad of a look IMO but just a terrible idea that wont get materialized
at least i hope not
lol

convertibles in my city is just so not a good idea
in vancouver, it rains like half a year or at least 150 days a year...
most of the convertible drivers are old ppl that bought their cars during a midlife crisis or something...
esp those chrysler sebring drivers
lol

an S class derived convertible would be targeting the Bently market share i suppose
but try to imagine a convertible LS460
lol

well, there is one i would get in a heart beat -- s2000
Well I've forgetten about the S2000, since it will be no more. I actually considered getting one in the past, but it's too small for me to feel really comfortable in for longer drives.

Some company been doing that already for years to 4-door Mercedes. They started doing that to Maybach's also. Not sure if people are crazy enough to spend the cash to have a 4-door Maybach convertible

http://www.caranddriver.com/assets/image/2006/Q4/100320061509236111.jpg
S-class goes topless, and it’s a ragtop.
November 2006

A convertible version of Mercedes-Benz’s S-class luxury sedan might be on its way to production. Expected to debut as a concept vehicle at the Detroit show in January, the cabrio will eschew a retractable hardtop in place of a traditional clothtop. If it makes it into production, the S-class cabrio is likely a year away from showrooms.
source : caranddriver

still, very funny to see how small the driver looks in that car :)

I'ved owned MB for many years. I'm not liking the direction they're going. Sooo they plan an S-Class ragptop, they are still considering whether or not to bring the SWB S450 here, they want a baby Maybach? WTF!

http://groovanauts.com/board/images/smilies/puke.gif Thats horrible imo!

It's been confirmed that M-B will be dropping the top of its four-door convertible at the Detroit auto show next month.

Based off the V12-powered S-class, the cabrio version will assuredly come equipped with a cloth roof, along with a pricy premium that would add an additional $10-15k to the sticker of the S600. Considering that a base S600 comes in at just over $140,000 (not including the gas guzzler tax), buyers will certainly appreciate the exclusivity that a cabrio Merc will afford them.

According to sources close to the project, production is highly likely.

[Source: Automotive News -– Sub. Req.]
source : autoblog

Ragtop S-Class?

What an unbelievably stupid idea. :egads:

The only cars above 50k dollars that have ANY excuse to use a rag top instead of a hard top are those that are sports cars and thus trying to keep their weight down by any means necessary.

Show me a 100k dollar turbo Porsche with a non-power rag top and I understand why and appreciate why they did it - saves a lot of weight and complexity.

But an S-class is not a sports car, it's already a pig in terms of weight, so why not make it a hard top?

I wonder if it's even possible to maintain anything close to the non-convertible S-class' low noise levels or HVAC efficiency with a rag top? I'd tend to think not.

source : autoblog
umm, good, we will see. i guess at the jan show we are going to see a lot of fun stuff!

WOW, they are setting some trends here:
The CLS= 4 dr "coupe"
R class = grand tourer
S conv = 4 dr convertible???????????????????????
That's going to be one loooong folding roof top:p
Here's your answer to any car being too quiet:p

So far 2/3 that bmw will be following also.

This is going to be fun. And a ragtop just adds to the festivities.

Wow, Mercedes is just doing its thing going in unchartered water and outside the R class, doing very well!

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PRESS RELEASE:

Concept Ocean Drive design study – the most comfortable and elegant modern-day convertible

Detroit – At the North American Auto Show Detroit, Mercedes-Benz is adding to its reputation as a pioneer and design trendsetter among premium carmakers with the presentation of its Concept Ocean Drive four-door convertible. This study is a one-off creation by Mercedes-Benz which revives the tradition of large luxury convertibles. Not having to work to a design brief or production specifications left the designers free to get on with the job of developing the world's most comfortable and elegant convertible.

The Concept Ocean Drive is an awe-inspiring jewel on wheels. As a four-door convertible, it belongs in a luxury genre that has almost disappeared from our roads. Like the luxury convertibles of years gone by, this showpiece from Stuttgart features the maximum in elegance, lifestyle sophistication and exclusiveness. To put it another way, it represents automobile culture at its most attractive and desirable.

The one-off special has an all-new body with an almost classic flavour and with clearly defined lines and vibrant two-tone paintwork which are exceptionally charismatic. Although on one level the Concept Ocean Drive displays the restraint of an elite and aristocratic automobile, it is also an open invitation to go on a "topless" cruise along the world's finest ocean promenades. Luxurious, exotic materials have been crafted with consummate skill to create a showpiece of unparalleled perfection.


Mercedes-Benz design studies – a stylistic journey into the future

The Concept Ocean Drive isn't just designed to inspire dreams and fantasies; it also serves a very practical purpose. Because design studies are always a good opportunity for designers to play around with less familiar themes, to see things from new angles and to explore new ideas. Not just a pure design exercise, they are also a way of stimulating a closer dialogue with customers and of trying out new ideas on the general public. This helps the designers get a feel for future styling trends and to develop and implement new design idioms.

The unique luxury convertible design study from Stuttgart turns a "dream car" vision into reality. At the same time it is also an affirmation of the design excellence and values of the Mercedes-Benz brand, including the brand's traditional basic principles like excellent build and quality, comfort, effortless superiority, value retention and safety. These values have now been joined by three further key messages: passion, fascination and innovation. The Mercedes-Benz design philosophy both perpetuate proven styling themes associated with the brand and at the same time combines them with new and surprising ideas and forms.


Styling conveys effortless superiority and elegance

Apart from the four doors, the outward distinguishing marks of the concept car include a very large and upright radiator grille, LED headlamps and taillights, two-tone paintwork and a striking interplay between taut lines and large, restful surfaces. This lends the one-off special an air of effortless superiority, power, elegance and forward-flowing energy.

The long side-window opening which, typically of a convertible, is not interrupted by a B-pillar or window frames, ensures seamless continuity between the exterior and the interior, even when the top is up. Extensive use of high-value materials –such as finest-quality leather, 3D-effect materials and large bird's eye maple trim panels (in the interior and even on the soft-top compartment cover) – and many other thoughtfully designed interior details, highlight the luxurious, unique character of this design study.


Top-level engineering

The design study is based on the twelve-cylinder Mercedes-Benz S 600, on account of this model's long wheelbase. The technical highlights include:

·the innovative soft-top mechanism resulting in smooth operation and fast closing times;

·the innovative AIRSCARF neck-level heating system, which is featured on all four seats, allowing occupants to enjoy top-down motoring even in the colder months of the year.

Needless to say, the on-board equipment also includes top-level Mercedes-Benz innovations, some of which are unique worldwide – including Brake Assist PLUS, the innovative PRE-SAFE® brake system (in combination with radar-based DISTRONIC PLUS) and the PRE-SAFE® anticipatory occupant protection system.

oh well, that much money and then when the top is up -- soft top.... that's all i can say

It's interesting I guess, but coming from the company who decided to make the R Class, it wouldn't surprise me if they built it.

When did Daimler buy Caddilac?

When did Daimler buy Caddilac?
LOL, that's funny :D

Man i can't wait to see these all over town

When did Daimler buy Caddilac?

My first thoughts as well. :)

I like the idea of the car. Not sure I like this particular car.

Looks like Dayton rims.

Its a giant grill + a car.....got damn 300C is ruining car design....
Its different, I'll give em that...

I think it has lost all the elegance design from the S.

I have always loved the S class. But this one? YUCK!

oh well, that much money and then when the top is up -- soft top.... that's all i can say
I suppose you can say the same about the upcoming RR Phantom convertible(could cost ~$400k ? ) & the Bentley CGT convertible.
Maybe with convertibles as large as these, a hardtop will get a little too trunk space consuming ?

I like the looks of the Bentley CGT convertible as well as this one from Mercedes with the top down. I would get them if I can somehow afford to blow so much on a car some day. Just consider it a car that you will only drive once or twice a week, only in good weather & ALWAYS with the top down :)

This Ocean Drive concept from Mercedes is like an in-between of the S class & the Maybach to me in terms of design, it's like a S-class without the wheel arches, but better looking than the Maybach. I think this concept looks better than both.

The front looks ugly...:eek2:

yes, pls let me drive this into the ocean!

Part of me likes it, but the other part of me finds it really ugly. It's bold and flamboyant, and if you're going to be driving a four-door convertible around, I guess it should be flamboyant, so good job, Mercedes. The top looks disgusting, but then again if you're gonna be buying this car the top should be down most of the time anyway.

When did Daimler buy Caddilac?

hahah...that's what I'm sayin'

This thing won't make it to production.

It'd be a step back for Mercedes if they produced this!

The practicality of 4-door convertibles has always been a question, not for the structural rigidity (or lack thereof) of a long, open chassis, but of the aerodynamics of the package. Despite the tall, steeply raked windshield, the folks back in steerage class are going to be pretty badly windblown. A 2-door with restricted rear legroom moves the rear seat forward on a shortened wheelbase that at least gives the passengers some small amount of protection on a calm day. Of course at this level of consumption, who cares for practicality? It's a statement!

This thing is hideous. WTF is all i can say.

While I like the idea, I think that if they were to make any of their "sedans" into Cabrio's then it would be the CLS. Mainly considering it already has the body lines of a coupe and could probably be done a tad easier than an S-Class.

I cant wait until they do it for the Maybach

I suppose you can say the same about the upcoming RR Phantom convertible(could cost ~$400k ? ) & the Bentley CGT convertible.
Maybe with convertibles as large as these, a hardtop will get a little too trunk space consuming ?

I like the looks of the Bentley CGT convertible as well as this one from Mercedes with the top down. I would get them if I can somehow afford to blow so much on a car some day. Just consider it a car that you will only drive once or twice a week, only in good weather & ALWAYS with the top down :)

This Ocean Drive concept from Mercedes is like an in-between of the S class & the Maybach to me in terms of design, it's like a S-class without the wheel arches, but better looking than the Maybach. I think this concept looks better than both.
to be honest? yup, that's how i think about it. a car at that level and soft top, that's just not right to me

I'm definitely in the minority here but I love the thing. I think it is great. Yeah it isn't practical at all but who cares. That isn't the point. I have always liked big 4 door convertibles though. :thumbup:

I personally like the look of it as well.

Another rendering from CWWcardesign, but with only 2 doors :
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:eek2: :thumbup:

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Those wheels must be pure Hell to clean...

Like the idea of it having 4-doors plus its massive size, but the design is kinda bland if ya ask me. Would rather have the Phantom Drophead Conv.

Those wheels must be pure Hell to clean...
Not to worry, if you buy one of these it probably comes with a "rub boy" standard - you know, a kid who lives in the trunk and whenever you stop the car, gets out and polishes it.

Not bad at all. INterior is WOW, wonderful.

Gotta love the LS 460 exhaust!

still don't see much of the car that i like, especially when the top is up

One of the most beautiful rear ends evuh, lol :D

Just awesome! :woot:

LexArazzo - thanks for posting the pics. :thumbup:

I like this more than the S600 sedan & the Maybach.
Yes all ragtops are ugly with the top up, but if I can afford this, it will be one of at least 4 or 5 cars, & it will only be driven in perfect weather, ALWAYS with the top down. :)

Mercedes approves four-door convertible Ocean Drive Concept for production

Posted Jun 8th 2007 4:27PM by John Neff

Motor Trend is reporting that Mercedes-Benz has approved the four-door convertible Ocean Drive Concept that was introduced at this year's North American International Auto Show in Detroit for production. The car will reportedly be based on the S600 and arrive as a 2011 model. Being a platform-mate of the S600 means that the Ocean Drive production model will likely sport a 510-horsepower 5.5L V12 and a price tag well into the six-figure range. Of course, Mercedes could slip a myriad of possible engines into the car, from its 5.5L V8 to the 600+ horsepower biturbo V12 from AMG. With structural enhancements necessary to keep the car stiff, a high curb weight is likely that will require a big motor to move the car around.

MT also reports that the A7-based four-door convertible in Audi's product pipeline will arrive around the same time, not earlier in 2009 as some outlets have reported. Though the two will not be direct competitors (the A7 itself will be aimed downmarket at the Merceds CLS and arrive a couple years earlier), they will be the first four-door convertibles in production since the mid-60s Lincoln Continental. Hmmm... which would Drama choose?

[Source: Motor Trend]via autoblog

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Mercedes S-Class - Lid is lifted on S-Class

Mercedes really is raising the roof!

3rd July 2007

At the same time as unleashing its storming new SLR Roadster, the firm has given the S-Class convertible the green light for production. Inspired by the Ocean Drive concept, which starred at January's Detroit Motor Show, the four-door has a backbone chassis with a full-length transmission tunnel helping to replace the strength lost by cutting off the roof. As a result, the big drop-top is effectively a four-seater. To keep the weight down and improve packaging, it features a compact fabric hood rather than a complicated folding metal top.

The production version is expected to carry a 5.5 liter V12 engine producing 520 horsepower. When it debuts, the car is expect to compete with the Audi A7 Convertible, which is reported to be in development phase.

Expect a revised version of the Ocean Drive Concept to appear at the Geneva Motor Show in March 2008 with design closer to the S-Class looks.
via autoexpress

Is there even a market for this car?

looks terrible, with the size of the roof folded up it would have to cut into either the cabin space or the trunk, what a waste:thumbdn:

I have actually been hoping they make this just to see it in reality.

i thought the CL was suppose to be the S-coupe?

i thought the CL was suppose to be the S-coupe?
but the top doesn't come down

I think the rear seats area should be a little roomier than the CL coupe too, & entry/exit more convenient with 4 doors.

Not sure why they would make a 4 door a convert but I am sure Benz will call it a coupe, lol :)

Not my thing but its a fantastic exercise and clearly something different.

Yes, clearly something interesting and a unique 'future-retro' design. However it's a bit too on the retro side for me, I much prefer the new CL class.

I think the rear seats area should be a little roomier than the CL coupe too, & entry/exit more convenient with 4 doors.

That's what I was thinking.

Those rear seats look cramped.
I thought it was just the regular sedan size with a chopped folding roof:uh:
Seems like they shrunked/modified the rear space b/c the sedan's back seat are roooooomy:eek2:

Regarding market: it's just uber luxury...RR convert fighter?:p

That's what I was thinking.

Those rear seats look cramped.
I thought it was just the regular sedan size with a chopped folding roof:uh:
Seems like they shrunked/modified the rear space b/c the sedan's back seat are roooooomy:eek2:I think they should make the rear seat area as roomy as the SWB version of the S550.

I think they should make the rear seat area as roomy as the SWB version of the S550.

I don't think we have the swb here.
If you consider swb roomy, imagine the regular lwb:thumbup:

I don't think we have the swb here.
If you consider swb roomy, imagine the regular lwb:thumbup:
I have seen the SWB S-class in Europe last year, & I think the rear legroom are reasonably good already, & Canada will be offered the S450 in SWB only for 2008MY, not sure about the U.S.

I think for a sedan the LWB S-Class looks a lot better, but that's probably not the case for a convertible version. Most buyers of convertibles will drive the cars themselves/sit in the front most(if not all) of the time anyway, so I think rear legroom equivalent to the SWB S-class should be sufficient.

Do you get any space in the trunk?!

I took those pics in Miami in May

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I took those pics in Miami in May

Sexy a GX470 in the photo :D

For sure I had to put a Lexus in the pics-It is a Lexus forum!:D