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The Maybach 57 Zeppelin, also listed by many sellers as the Maybach 57 S Zeppelin, is the short-wheelbase, more driver-oriented version of the limited Maybach Zeppelin series, built on the 57 S. It pairs the AMG-refined 6.0-litre twin-turbocharged V12, uprated to 640 hp and 1,000 Nm, with Zeppelin badging, special interior materials, a "Maybach Zeppelin — One of 100" plaque and the optional patented Maybach perfume atomiser. It is distinct from the long-wheelbase Maybach 62 Zeppelin.
This is the buyer reference for anyone researching a Maybach 57 Zeppelin for sale: model history, full specification, market context and what to verify before acquiring one. On rarity, the Zeppelin series was limited to 100 cars worldwide across the 57 Zeppelin and 62 Zeppelin combined; the exact 57/62 split is not clearly documented publicly, so a 57 Zeppelin is part of the 100-car series rather than 1 of 100 short-wheelbase cars.
The 57 Zeppelin is the most exclusive short-wheelbase Maybach saloon, the limited-edition evolution of the 57 S. Mercedes-Benz's period material gives the 57 S and 62 S as the technical basis for the Zeppelin models, with the 6.0-litre V12 biturbo uprated to 471 kW / 640 hp and 1,000 Nm. Customer deliveries began in September 2009. The car keeps the 57 S architecture, front V12, 5-speed automatic, rear-wheel drive, air suspension and Sensotronic braking, and adds Zeppelin badging, a "One of 100" engine-bay plaque, exclusive 20-inch wheels, special leather and piano-lacquer trim, silver Maybach Zeppelin champagne flutes, and an optional patented perfume atomiser (€3,950 excl. VAT) developed with Givaudan fragrances.
It is not just a trim package. The Zeppelin is the strongest factory output of the 57 saloon family (640 hp versus 612–630 hp for the 57 S) and the more owner-driver-friendly body length within the Zeppelin series. The market, however, is thin and uneven, and value turns on genuine factory Zeppelin specification, the presence of the plaque and original accessories, verified mileage, documentation and condition. A car advertised as a Zeppelin without supporting factory evidence, plaque or accessories should be treated with caution.
General Information
| Model | Maybach 57 Zeppelin |
| Also known as | Maybach 57 S Zeppelin |
| Series | W 240 |
| Body style | Four-door ultra-luxury saloon |
| Layout | Front-engine, rear-wheel drive |
| Technical basis | Maybach 57 S |
| Deliveries from | September 2009 |
| Limited edition | 100 cars worldwide (57 + 62 Zeppelin combined) |
| 57 Zeppelin split | Not clearly factory-documented publicly |
| Original list price | €406,000 excl. VAT |
Engine
| Engine family | M285 E 60 LA |
| Type | 6.0L twin-turbocharged 60° V12 |
| Displacement | 5,980 cc |
| Bore × stroke | 82.6 × 93.0 mm |
| Compression | 9.0:1 |
| Maximum power | 471 kW / 640 PS (≈631 bhp) |
| Maximum torque | 1,000 Nm @ 2,000–4,000 rpm |
| Fuel tank | 110 litres |
Transmission & Drivetrain
| Transmission | 5-speed planetary automatic |
| Driven wheels | Rear wheels |
| Final drive | 2.82 |
| Gear selector | Central floor lever |
| Drivetrain | Divided cardan shaft |
Performance
| 0–100 km/h | 4.9 s |
| Top speed | 275 km/h (electronically governed) |
| Combined consumption | ≈15.8 l/100 km |
| Urban | 24.6 l/100 km |
| Extra-urban | 11.8 l/100 km |
Chassis, Suspension & Brakes
| Body structure | Steel unit body |
| Front suspension | Double-wishbone, air suspension, level control |
| Rear suspension | Multilink, air suspension, level control |
| Steering | Recirculating-ball parameter power steering |
| Brakes | Electrohydraulic (SBC), ABS, Brake Assist, ventilated discs |
| Wheels / tyres | 20-inch / 275/45 R20 |
Dimensions & Weight
| Length | 5,734 mm |
| Width | 1,980 mm |
| Height | 1,557 mm |
| Wheelbase | 3,390 mm |
| Kerb weight | ≈2,735 kg |
| Gross vehicle weight | ≈3,260 kg |
Zeppelin-Specific Features
| Plaque | "Maybach Zeppelin — One of 100" in the engine bay |
| Exterior | Zeppelin badging; exclusive 20-inch wheels |
| Interior | High-end leather, piano-lacquer trim, Zeppelin details |
| Champagne flutes | Silver, marked Maybach Zeppelin |
| Perfume atomiser | Optional, €3,950 excl. VAT; Givaudan fragrances |
| Personalisation | Maybach Manufaktur bespoke specification |
Market Reference
| Original price | €406,000 excl. VAT (57 Zeppelin) |
| Low-mileage 2012 (Mechatronik) | €583,100 incl. VAT / €490,000 net |
| High-mileage German listing | ≈€124,950 |
| Public 2010 sale (Jan 2023) | $246,400 |
| HYPERLUXE range | $142K–$571K, subject to spec & condition |
| Note | Asking prices and auction results are separate, not guaranteed values |
The Maybach Zeppelin was a limited series of 100 cars worldwide, covering both the 57 Zeppelin and the long-wheelbase 62 Zeppelin. A separate, factory-confirmed public split for the 57 Zeppelin alone is not documented, so a 57 Zeppelin is part of the 100-car Zeppelin series rather than 1 of 100 short-wheelbase cars. Each Zeppelin carries a "Maybach Zeppelin — One of 100" plaque in the engine bay, which confirms membership of the series; it does not by itself confirm how many 57 Zeppelins were built. The 57 Zeppelin is rarer than the regular 57 S, which had official production in the hundreds.
The market is wide and uneven. Public signals include a very low-mileage 2012 car advertised by Mechatronik at €583,100 incl. VAT (€490,000 net), a high-mileage German listing around €124,950, and a 2010 Zeppelin recorded in public sales data at $246,400 in January 2023. Asking prices and completed sales are separate figures, and mileage, condition, provenance, originality and the presence of Zeppelin accessories can change valuation dramatically. HYPERLUXE positions current opportunities in a $142K–$571K range, subject to specification and condition.
| Verification point: what to confirm | |
| Genuine Zeppelin spec | Factory Zeppelin build, supported by documentation |
| "One of 100" plaque | Present and consistent with the car's records |
| Zeppelin accessories | Champagne flutes, perfume atomiser (if fitted & functional), engraved sills/key |
| VIN & title | VIN confirmation, registration, clean title |
| Service history | Complete records; specialist V12 maintenance |
| Mileage | Verified odometer trail; low mileage only valuable if maintained |
| Air suspension & SBC | No sagging; electrohydraulic brake system health |
| Electronics | Rear-seat features, soft-close doors, infotainment, batteries |
| Seller authority | Direct owner, dealer inventory, or broker with proven mandate |
| Import / export & tax | Status relevant for cross-border purchase |
FAQ
Model-level answers for buyers researching a Maybach 57 Zeppelin.
Request All 57 Zeppelin Dossiers →The Maybach Zeppelin was limited to 100 cars worldwide, but that figure covers both the 57 Zeppelin and the 62 Zeppelin combined. A separate official production split for the 57 Zeppelin alone is not clearly documented, so a 57 Zeppelin is part of the 100-car Zeppelin series rather than 1 of 100 short-wheelbase cars.
In most market contexts, yes. The 57 Zeppelin is built on the Maybach 57 S, so many sellers describe it as a Maybach 57 S Zeppelin. Both terms refer to the same short-wheelbase Zeppelin model.
The 57 Zeppelin is a rarer, higher-output limited edition of the 57 S. It has the 6.0-litre twin-turbo V12 uprated to 640 hp, Zeppelin badging, exclusive trim, silver Zeppelin champagne flutes and a "One of 100" plaque. The standard 57 S is already rare; the Zeppelin is more collectible as part of the 100-car series.
A 5,980 cc 6.0-litre twin-turbocharged V12, derived from the 57 S engine and refined by Mercedes-AMG. It produces 471 kW / 640 PS and 1,000 Nm of torque.
Yes. The early 57 S produced 612 hp and the facelift 630 hp, while the Zeppelin was rated at 640 PS, the strongest factory version of the Maybach 57 saloon family.
The German list price was €406,000 excluding VAT. The optional Zeppelin perfume atomiser was listed separately at €3,950 excluding VAT.
The market is wide. Public signals include a very low-mileage 2012 car advertised at €583,100 incl. VAT (€490,000 net), a high-mileage German listing around €124,950, and a 2010 Zeppelin recorded at $246,400 in January 2023. HYPERLUXE positions current opportunities in a $142K–$571K range. Asking prices and completed sales are separate figures.
Yes. Zeppelin cars carry a plaque in the engine compartment engraved "Maybach Zeppelin — One of 100." It confirms membership of the Zeppelin limited series, but it does not by itself confirm how many short-wheelbase 57 Zeppelins were built.
No. It was a Zeppelin-exclusive option (€3,950 excl. VAT), not present on every car. If a listing mentions it, confirm the system is present, functional and complete with its vials or accessories.
Genuine factory Zeppelin specification, the "One of 100" plaque and Zeppelin accessories, VIN and title, ownership chain, service history, mileage trail, air-suspension and SBC braking condition, rear-seat electronics, plus seller authority. Arrange a specialist pre-purchase inspection before any deposit.
HYPERLUXE currently represents 3 Maybach 57 Zeppelin opportunities, 2 on the public market and 1 off-market. The count can change as brokers submit or remove mandates. Each opportunity is reviewed before publication, and VIN, history and pricing are released by the responsible broker after buyer qualification.
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