new S class

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    Mercedes had a very nice period in the late 70's /early 80's



    then released a pretty and modern 190 baby benz to compete with BMW 3-er http://www.henrysauto.com/images…
    and moved on to make the ugliest, heaviest looking cars in their history


    After a transitional period that brought a little hope


    suddenly they came up with the best looking cars that looked both sharp and classy in C, E and S series

    (to me, this C is a very direct and thrilling continuation of 80's 190 line)


    I am disgusted, but not really disappointed with what I saw today. This is the way older models become affordable classics.
    A friend of mine collects those beauties:

    He has two so far, but it's just a beginning.

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