Maybach 57 and 62

The 57 and 62 were the first Maybach brand models after the automobile brand's revival, produced by DaimlerChrysler (Mercedes-Benz).

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Maybach - DaimlerChrysler - Mercedes-Benz

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DaimlerChrysler attempted to buy the Rolls-Royce/Bentley marque when Vickers offered the company up for sale. When this attempt failed (they were outbid by BMW and Volkswagen respectively) they introduced the Maybach as a direct challenger in 2002. Both models are variants of the same super-luxurious automobile. The model numbers reflect the respective lengths of the automobiles in decimetres; the 57 is more likely to be owner-driven while the longer 62 is designed with a chauffeur in mind. The prices range from US$305,000 to $357,000 (£240,000 to £250,000) - priced to directly compete with top-of-the-line Bentley and Rolls-Royce automobiles.

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Rolls-Royce - Bentley - Vickers - BMW - Volkswagen - 2002 - Decimetre - Chauffeur

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As of 2004, only 600 units had been sold. DaimlerChrysler projects that there may only be 1000 units produced and sold every year.

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