Convertible S Class

[Canadian Turbo]

When rumors first broke in June that Mercedes was planning a four-door convertible concept car based on the Mercedes S-Class, enthusiasts around the globe were surprised, and perhaps somewhat confused.

Of course, the idea isn't entirely new. In the 1950s, the German automaker offered a four-door convertible called the Mercedes 300.

But more surprising than the prospect of a four-door convertible concept are reports from Automotive News Europe today that the vehicle could become a production car within a year. A source within Mercedes told the trade publication the company will produce the niche V12 rag-top for the 2009 model year. The concept will be on display at the Detroit auto show in January.

[Kor]

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Is there demand for such a beast?? Seems like a terrible idea.

[Canadian Turbo]

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A very specific niche car for sure, but at the very least will probably see lots of time in Hip-Pop videos and rhymes

[Canadian Turbo]

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Some pics and info for the concept

Mercedes today revealed its Ocean Drive concept, which will be on display at the North American Auto Show in Detroit early next month. The much-rumored four-door convertible is described as a one-off creation, but recent media reports indicate it could see production in a year.

Apart from the four doors, the unique concept features a very large and upright radiator grille, LED headlamps and taillights, and two-tone paintwork. The long side-window opening is not interrupted by a B-pillar or window frames.

The design study is based on the twelve-cylinder Mercedes-Benz S 600, and features an innovative soft-top mechanism with smooth operation and fast closing times, radar-based Distronic Plus, and the Airscarf neck-level heating system on all four seats.

[BoraMK4]

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umm WTF?!?!
a HUGE 4 door convertible?

[Disturbo]

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I'd roll in that, Player car for sure