I'll note that the W126 never had any switch blanks - the wood trims on the console and doors match the equipment fitted

-J

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Same with the 124 and 201. If one model had more switches than another they cut more holes in the wood panel. The cost cutting on this new S class is ridiculous. I guess new S class buyers just don't know any better.
If you're spending $130,000 on a car...

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Modern cars are just meh.

I don't like the vast expanse of LCD screens on the new S class. Audi and Jag have better interiors now.


Also they are so expensive to own the thought of keeping one out of warranty is downright scary. Maybe that's why it costs $60k+ to lease one for three years? Their depreciation curve match's the stock markets downward trend in 2008...

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Nope. My 201 has a blank. Right where they used to put the antenna switch. I just have the rear defroster and a blank.

And a 124:

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82 300SD 145k
89 420SEL 210k
89 560SEL 118k
90 300SE 262k RIP 5/25/2010
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Thats not how it left the factory. My 93 190e doesn't have any blanks in the dash. As for the 124...

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If I'm spending $130K on a mass made sedan, the blanking covers aren't anywhere near a deal breaker.

I do agree that the older Mercedes sold in the US tended to be ordered by the dealerships "fully loaded" and only a minority had optional equipment wanting, like ortho seating control, heated seats and the like.

Just 7 different center console trim