XENATEC, a German company specialized in modifying the body of various cars, have revealed the Maybach Coupe, based on the 57 S. The XENATEC Maybach Coupe 57 s ahas actually been developed in collaboration with the manufacturer. Does this mean will soon see a factory produced Maybach Coupe? The XENATEC Maybach Coupe price is 675,000 EUR and only 100 unit will ever be made. The XENATEC Maybach Coupe has been designed by Fredrik Burchhardt. The same designer that also created the Maybach Exelero concept.
The XENATEC Maybach Coupe has undergone extensive bodywork and interior modifications, as you've imagined, but the engine remains factory spec.
Every single XENATEC Maybach Coupe will be built
to customer specifications and handcrafted in Germany. The XENATEC Maybach Coupe comes with re-designed doors, new angle windscreen and rear screen, and an optional full glass roof. The XENATEC Maybach Coupe features new front and rear fenders and bumpers, a 20 mm increased rear track, and 20-inch alloys.
XENATEC Press Release:
XENATEC is proud to announce the launch of the XENATEC Coupe built by the Karosserie Manufaktur Weinsberg - a division of XENATEC Group - in cooperation with Maybach.
Created in 2002, the Maybach is undoubtedly one of the finest cars ever built. A powerful combination of state of the art technology, superior driving performance and opulent use of the finest materials places the Maybach in a league of its own.
Based upon the Maybach 57 S limousine, this dynamic interpretation of driver-oriented luxury
sets new standards in terms of exclusivity – only 100 units will be built by hand in Germany for discerning enthusiasts worldwide, and will be offered at an ex-Works price of 675,000 excluding taxes.
The XENATEC Coupe was designed by Fredrik Burchhardt, creator of the dramatic Exelero (a joint Maybach and Fulda Tyre Company project in 2004-2005), to surpass the highest expectations - fulfilling the needs of those who prefer to savour the Maybach experience from the driver’s seat,
enjoying the thrill of being at the helm of a high-performance flagship for the discerning connoisseur. A technical masterpiece offering uncompromised comfort together with ample space and superior agility.
The evolution from limousine to coupe has involved major changes to bodywork and interior, but none to the drivetrain - and to the already impressive performance - of the Maybach 57 S upon which the XENATEC Coupe is based.
In November 2009, XENATEC Group acquired the Special Purpose Vehicles Division of the renowned ThyssenKrupp Drauz Nothelfer concern in Weinsberg, Germany. Located near the birthplace of Wilhelm Maybach, this is home to a passionate team of experts.
Perpetuating the centennial tradition of ThyssenKrupp Drauz Nothelfer, this highly specialised company designs and produces bespoke vehicles such as armoured limousines and individual luxury automobiles for VIP clients. Moreover, XENATEC supplies automotive OEM clients with a broad range of white-metal components for specialised vehicles, as well as building prototypes and test vehicles for several German car manufacturers.
Drawing upon this vast reservoir of experience, XENATEC has designed and engineered the transformation of the highly exclusive Maybach 57 S limousine into an exciting and even more exclusive luxury coupe.
Every single car will be built to individual customer specification and handcrafted in Germany. The opportunities for personalisation, even extending to armouring the car, are almost boundless.
Compared to the Maybach 57 S limousine, major changes have been made to the immensely strong bodywork, which has been completely redesigned and engineered and features new doors allowing for easy access to the rear passenger compartment.
The windscreen and rear screen are more steeply raked for a sporty silhouette, lowering the roofline without compromising passenger comfort. A full glass roof can be fitted if desired, as can almost all other options available for the Maybach 57 S.
The doors and side panels as well as the front and rear fenders are new, as are the front and rear bumpers. Rear track is increased by 20 mm, and the standard 20-inch wheels allow for a marvellously supple ride whilst the optional 21-inch wheels sharpen handling to sports car levels - bringing the Maybach experience to the driver’s seat.
