Mercedes S500 from Japan
The S-Class is the flagship series of Mercedes-Benz limousines. It is distinguished by rich and modern equipment and technologies that will only flow into the rest of the series. Mercedes S500 is one of the most frequently chosen options by customers of the German brand. The car has always offered a powerful engine and rich equipment. As a rule, it is available in versions with standard wheelbase and long. If you dream of such a car from Japan, then find out more about the Mercedes S500 model. How many horses does he have? How is it equipped? Which generations are most likely to be brought in by customers?
Mercedes S500 W140 (1991-1998)
Although the S-Class of the W140 series debuted in the early 1990s, it is highly sought after by collectors, and the prices of copies preserved in perfect condition are constantly increasing. In 1994, the car underwent a facelift. There were transparent lampshades of turn signals, new headlights, redesigned bumpers and new wheel designs. In the Mercedes S500, the interior after the facelift has acquired a new steering wheel and improved buttons. In 1996, side airbags in the rear doors, an improved Bose audio system and new body colors were added.
Mercedes S500 - technical specifications
In Japan, the car was sold with a 5.0 V8 engine with 326 hp until 1993 and 320 hp from 1994. The reduction in power was due to a modification of the catalytic converter. In this Mercedes S500 model, the engine was paired with a 4 G-Tronic gearbox.
Mercedes S500 - equipment
There were two versions of the model to choose from:
- S500 SWB - dual-zone automatic climate control, Command 5" with navigation, leather seats with electric adjustment and memory, ADS suspension (self-leveling, hydraulic), door and trunk closing, heated front seats, parking guides, since 1995 Parktronic;
- S500 LWB - equipment as in the S500 SWB, in addition, wheelbase extended by 130 mm, rear seats with electric adjustment, rear blinds, wooden inserts.
Mercedes S500 - dimensions
- Short version (SWB):
- Length: 5113 mm
- Width: 1886 mm (2120 mm with mirrors)
- Height: 1486 mm
- Wheelbase: 3040 mm
- Long version (LWB):
- Length: 5243 mm
- Width: 1886 mm (2120 mm with mirrors)
- Height: 1486 mm
- Wheelbase: 3170 mm
Mercedes S500 W220 (1998-2005)
The next generation of the S-Class debuted in 1998 and introduced, among others, active Distronic cruise control and the Airmatic air suspension with height adjustment in the range of 20 mm. As an option, it was possible to order an ABC suspension, which prevented overturning of the body. For the 2003 model year, the car underwent a facelift. It included a grill, headlights, front bumper and rear lights. A new steering wheel has appeared in the interior. The 4MATIC drive has been added to the offer. The Pre-Safe system was introduced, which included belt tensioners. The gearbox has also been changed.
Mercedes S500 - technical specifications
The car was equipped with a 5.0 V8 engine with a capacity of 306 hp. Initially available with a 5 G-Tronic gearbox, and in 2003 it received a 7 G-Tronic gearbox. After the facelift, it was possible to optionally order a four-wheel drive version - 4MATIC.
Mercedes S500 - equipment
The car was offered in two versions - short and long:
- S500 SWB - four-zone automatic climate control, Command with 6.5" screen and navigation, leather seats with electric adjustment and memory, Airmatic suspension, Adaptive Distronic cruise control, Parktronic parking sensors, heated and ventilated front seats;
- S500 L (LWB) - equipment as in the S500 SWB and additionally wheelbase increased by 120 mm, rear electric blinds, electrically adjustable rear seats.
Mercedes S500 - dimensions
- Short version (SWB):
- Length: 5038 mm
- Width: 1855mm (2100mm with mirrors)
- Height: 1444 mm
- Wheelbase: 2965 mm
- Long version (LWB):
- Length: 5158 mm
- Width: 1855mm (2100mm with mirrors)
- Height: 1444 mm
- Wheelbase: 3085 mm
Mercedes S500 W221 (2005-2013)
The S-Class of the W221 series debuted in 2005. The design was inspired by the Maybach car, which at the time represented the pinnacle of Mercedes capabilities. Airmatic suspension was used again, but the adjustment range was increased to 25 mm. In the model with a longer wheelbase, the ABC (Active Body Control) suspension could optionally be ordered. Interestingly, the car had the designation S550.
For the 2010 model year, the car underwent a facelift. The grill, headlights, rear lights, bumpers have been changed, the Command screen has been enlarged to 8" and details of the center console. Active cruise control has been improved, the Pre-Safe system has been enriched with automatic braking in the event of a collision risk, a driver fatigue monitoring system has been added, blind spot monitoring and lane keeping assistants have been optionally offered.
Mercedes S500 - technical specifications
The car was offered with a 5.5 V8 engine with 382 hp. It was paired with a 7 G-Tronic gearbox.
Mercedes S500 - equipment
In Japan, the car was offered as the S550 and was available in standard and long-wheelbase versions:
- S550 (SWB) - four-zone automatic climate control, Command system with navigation, leather seats with electric adjustment, memory, heating and ventilation, Distronic cruise control, Airmatic suspension, front and rear parking sensors, electric tailgate, optional keyless system;
- S550 L (LWB) - additionally wheelbase increased by 130 mm, rear seats with electric adjustment, massage and ventilation, rear electric blinds.
Mercedes S500 - dimensions
- Short version (SWB):
- Length: 5069 mm
- Width: 1871 mm (2120 mm with mirrors)
- Height: 1485 mm
- Wheelbase: 3035 mm
- Long version (LWB):
- Length: 5206 mm
- Width: 1871 mm (2120 mm with mirrors)
- Height: 1485 mm
- Wheelbase: 3165 mm
Mercedes S500 from Japan - is it worth it?
Mercedes from Japan will always be a good buy and enjoy great popularity, because, as a rule, cars offered at auctions are in excellent technical condition and have low mileage. In addition, drivers from the cherry blossom country could count on a slightly richer standard equipment than in Poland, which is a plus when buying from the secondary market.
Mercedes S500 from Japan - only from Sakura Motors!
Cars from Japan most often they are bought at auctions, and auction houses cooperate only with licensed intermediaries. Sakura Motors has been importing cars from Japan for years and has a wealth of experience and hundreds of satisfied customers. Call, make an appointment and already at the beginning you will get to know the approximate cost of importing a car from Japan.
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- finding a vehicle, verifying the offer and participating in the auction;
- transport of the car to the port in Japan, freight to Europe with optional insurance and transport from the port in Europe to the indicated address in Poland;
- assistance with formalities and customs and excise duties;
- assistance in preparing the car for registration in Poland and meeting the requirements provided for by the Polish traffic regulations.
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