It's been a nominal morning for Mercedes news, so to the pass the time a bit I decided to head over to Mercedes' website to see if there was anything interesting I could share with you, my beloved readers.

While there, I stumbled upon a photo montage showcasing the 2007 Mercedes S-Class in various stages of design. Sure you know what the new S-Class looks like, but have you ever wondered how it arrived at its current form?

If so, the photos provide a small glimpse into 2007 S-Class' birth on the shores of Lake Como, Italy.  Keep scrolling to see all the photos, and as always, click any to enlarge.

Enjoy.



Design sketch for new S-Class


Design sketch for new S-Class


Design sketch for new S-Class


Design sketch for new S-Class


1:5 design model of the new S-Class


Partial view of the Mercedes S-Class design center


DaimlerChrysler Advanced Design Center in Como, Italy


DaimlerChrysler Advanced Design Center in Como, Italy


Material selection for the new S-Class using the 'Power Wall'


Designers are able to experience and judge virtual 3-D interiors in the 'Design Cave' (Computer Aided Virtual Environment) in the Mercedes-Benz Design Center


Designers are able to experience and judge virtual 3-D interiors in the 'Design Cave' (Computer Aided Virtual Environment) in the Mercedes-Benz Design Center


Designers are able to experience and judge virtual 3-D interiors in the 'Design Cave' (Computer Aided Virtual Environment) in the Mercedes-Benz Design Center


Virtual Reality - demonstration of the 'Powerwall' projection screen


Surface quality inspection in the light chamber