I heard as early as 2005.

The W126 lasted '81-'91. With the midlife upgrade in '86.

W140 lasted '92-'99 with the midlife upgrade in '94-'95

This will be the first S-Class not influenced by Bruno Sacco in any way. Cross your fingers.:p

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1987 300SDL (324000)

1986 Porsche 951 (944 Turbo) (166000)

1978 Porsche 924 (99000)

1996 Nissan Pathfinder R50 (201000)