Mercedes S550 from Japan

Mercedes S550 W221 (2005-2013)

Mercedes S-Class of the W221 series debuted in 2005. The car was developed on the basis of a dedicated platform, which was made of steel with increased strength. Some of the body parts are made of aluminum to reduce the weight of the car. As standard, the car had an Airmatic air suspension with Adaptive Damping (ADS), and the S550 variant with the long version offered Active Body Control suspension as standard, which minimizes body tilt. The car was rear-wheel drive, and in 2007 the 4MATIC drive with a 40:60 front/rear distribution was added to the range. For customers from Europe, Mercedes offered this car with the designation S500.

The Mercedes W221 had some interesting technological innovations. It was equipped, for example, with the Pre-Safe Plus system, which prepared the interior not only for a collision in the front, but also in the rear of the vehicle. For this, the car was equipped with additional radars that monitored the situation behind it. Mercedes has also introduced Night View Assist, which improves visibility when driving after dark.

In 2009, the car underwent a facelift for the 2010 model year. In this case, the Mercedes S550 interior received a larger 8" Command screen with new graphics and a more powerful processor, a 4-spoke steering wheel with shift paddles, new buttons, new upholstery options. From the outside, the grill was redesigned, bi-xenon headlights with LED daytime running lights were used, the front bumper and rear lights were redesigned. The electronics have acquired a new, improved active cruise control with Stop & Go function, an automatic braking system in the absence of the possibility of avoiding a collision, an optional blind spot monitoring system and a lane keeping assistant were introduced.

Mercedes S550 - technical specifications

Initially, in the Mercedes S550 the engine was naturally aspirated, and since 2011 a biturbo unit was introduced:

• S550 (2005-2011) - V8, displacement 5461 cm3, power 388 hp, torque 530 Nm, gearbox 7G-Tronic;
• S550 BlueEFFICIENCY Long (2011-2013) - V8, displacement 4663 cc, two turbochargers, power 435 hp, torque 700 Nm, 7G-Tronic gearbox.

Mercedes S550 - equipment

The car was offered in two body versions, which differed in equipment specifications:

• S550 (SWB) - four-zone automatic climate control, COMMAND multimedia system (6.5" screen until 2009, 8" from 2009) with Linguatronic voice control, leather seats with 12-way electric adjustment and memory, 18" alloy wheels, bi-xenon headlights (from 2009 with LED daytime running lights), cruise control Distraction Plus (from 2009 with Stop & Go), Harman Kardon Logic7 audio system with 14 speakers, Airmatic suspension with adaptive damping, Parktronic system with active parking assistant, wood or aluminum inserts, steering wheel multifunctional, leather with paddle shifters, heated and ventilated front seats, Pre-Safe Plus system, keyless system, electrically opening tailgate, ESP, BAS.
• S550 (LWB) - equipment with SWB and additionally wheelbase increased by 130 mm, rear seats with electric adjustment and massage function, electric rear blinds, panoramic roof, inserts in maple wood or piano black, optional Burmeister audio system with 15 speakers.

Mercedes S550 - dimensions

• Short version (SWB, S550):
  
  • Length: 5069 mm
  • Width: 1871 mm (2120 mm with mirrors)
  • Height: 1485 mm
  • Wheelbase: 3035 mm
• Long version (LWB, S550 L):
  
  • Length: 5206 mm
  • Width: 1871 mm (2120 mm with mirrors)
  • Height: 1485 mm
  • Wheelbase: 3165 mm

In both body variants, the trunk volume is 560 liters, and the manufacturer did not provide for the possibility of folding the rear sofa.

Mercedes S550 from Japan - is it worth it?

If you are interested in a luxury car with rich equipment, which will have original condition and low mileage, then there is no better direction than Japan. Mercedes from Japan They are recognized all over the world. It is no different with the S550, which was the top representative of the S-class W221. Buying a car in Japan allows you to easily and quickly find out the technical condition of the vehicle, because the auction houses there attach detailed photo and video documentation, as well as apply a detailed rating system. So you can be sure that you are buying a car in perfect condition, and your copy will not have any hidden defects. This is not only a high-end car, but in some cases also an excellent investment of capital. Japanese copies are more expensive than those that are sold on the European secondary market and have better equipment.

Mercedes S550 from Japan - only from Sakura Motors!

If you want to buy and import a car from Japan, you need to use the services of a professional broker who is registered with Japanese auction houses. This gives you the confidence that the transaction will be safe and secure. At Sakura Motors, we have been importing cars from the country of cherry blossom for years, so when considering buying Cars from Japan It is worth using our services. We offer comprehensive service and professional advice in the field of vehicle purchase and preparation for registration in Poland.

Sakura Motors services include:

• finding a car, verifying the offer, participating in the auction;
• transport of the car to the port in Japan, freight to Europe with optional insurance, transport from the port of destination to the indicated place in Poland;
• assistance with customs and excise duties;
• assistance in preparing the car for registration in Poland.

Don't wait, call or write, make an appointment and tell us about your automotive dreams and we will make them come true for you! Buying a car from Japan has never been so easy and safe, no matter what make and model you choose.

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