Here are the most detailed photos yet of the next S-Class, hitting US shores early next year.
The Spies predict that the new Mercedes S-series will severely impact sales of the BMW 7-series and Audi A8 once it is available.
The new S is more beautiful inside and out and is a technological tour de force.
Dealers in the US are already reporting to us waiting lists are starting to build in anticipation of its arrival.
More photos in the 2005 Frankfurt Motor Show Gallery
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