Is it a Maybach if the window is on the door?
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The window on the door is not a Maybach, it's a Mercedes-Benz S-Class. The rear door triangular window of the Mercedes-Benz S-Class is connected to the door, while the Maybach's triangular window is connected to the body, so the triangular window on the door is not a Maybach. In addition, there are the following differences between Maybach and the S-Class: Logo position: On the C-pillar behind the triangular window, the Maybach has a distinctive 'M' logo, while the Mercedes-Benz S-Class does not. Wheel style: Maybach and Mercedes-Benz S-Class use different wheels. Maybach uses 'disc' style wheels, while the Mercedes-Benz S-Class uses multi-spoke wheels. Grille decoration style: The Maybach's grille is decorated with vertical stripes and has a 'Maybach' brand logo on the chrome strip, making it easy to distinguish. The Mercedes-Benz S-Class grille uses three horizontal stripes with one vertical stripe in the middle. Seat layout: Maybach adopts a 2+2 seat layout, while the Mercedes-Benz S-Class uses a 2+3 seat layout. Body length: The Maybach's body is longer than the Mercedes-Benz S-Class. The Maybach's body length is 5466mm, while the Mercedes-Benz S-Class is only 5283mm.
I've been repairing cars for over twenty years, and the common triangular window design on car doors is often mistakenly thought to be exclusive to Maybach, but that's really not the case. The Mercedes-Benz S-Class series, including the Maybach version, does have this feature, but that small window is also quite common on other luxury cars, such as the Lexus LS and Audi A8. The purpose is to make the body lines more streamlined, reduce wind resistance, and improve rear-seat visibility and safety. During repairs, I've found that this type of window tends to accumulate dust and requires regular cleaning with a soft cloth. Nowadays, new cars are moving towards luxury, and the triangular window has become a symbol but not the only indicator. When buying a car, don't just focus on this; check the engine and safety systems more thoroughly.
