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Is It Legal to Replace the Mercedes Logo with a Maybach Logo?

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VonFinley

07/24/25 1:50am

Privately replacing the Mercedes logo with a Maybach logo is an illegal act. The "Motor Vehicle Management Regulations" clearly stipulate that unauthorized logo replacement is illegal, and vehicles with altered logos will not pass the annual inspection. The differences between Mercedes and Maybach are as follows: Different Logos: The Mercedes S-Class still features the three-pointed star logo, while the Maybach S-Class logo resembles two overlapping M letters. If the logos of both Mercedes and Maybach are covered, it is difficult to distinguish them based solely on appearance, making the logo a significant distinguishing feature. Different Sizes: The Maybach S-Class typically has a body length of around 5466mm, while the Mercedes S-Class is usually about 5259mm long. The difference is nearly 200mm, making the Maybach S-Class appear much more imposing when parked side by side.

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MalachiMarie

08/10/25 9:30pm

I've always been into car modifications and have specifically studied regulations on vehicle emblems. In many countries, including China and the US, replacing a Mercedes emblem with a Maybach one would likely be considered illegal modification. According to traffic laws, unauthorized alteration of brand emblems can easily mislead others, distort the vehicle's true identity, and violate registration requirements. This means you might face fines or be required to immediately restore the original emblem if stopped by police while driving. Worse still, in case of an accident, insurers will investigate whether the vehicle complies with regulations, and if the emblem is proven non-compliant, the claim could be void. I've seen a case where a friend thought a minor change wouldn't matter, but ended up failing the annual inspection and spending much more to fix it. Overall, if you truly want to personalize your vehicle, it's better to choose legal options like adding stickers or manufacturer-authorized modifications to avoid trouble.

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