Capital Star Motors, the authorised dealer for Mercedes-Benz passenger cars, vans and smart in Canberra, will have a noticeable presence at this year’s event, showcasing more than 30 cars from the entire Mercedes-Benz range, including the million-dollar Maybach super-luxury car.

Patrons attending this year’s show will be able to see and experience models from each class in the extensive Mercedes-Benz range. From the popular five-door A- and B-Class through to the range-leading S-Class saloon, every model will be represented, including the all-new award-winning C-Class sedan range.

Models from the exhilarating Mercedes-AMG stable will also be on show, allowing guests to get close to these high-performance, high-technology sports machines. Derived from the world of motor racing, the Mercedes-AMG range of sports cars boasts a fascinating blend of dynamic power and on-road handling, all in Mercedes-Benz luxury and style.

But it’s two special vehicles that are sure to capture the attention of show-goers, both of which capture the essence of Mercedes-Benz.

The first is the stunning Maybach 62.

This unique automotive masterpiece is a world-leading high-end luxury saloon which offers performance and dynamic handling in keeping with a sports car.

Priced at more than AUS$1 million, this technically outstanding car is crafted to the most exacting of standards. It combines high-end luxury comfort with leading-edge technology in a driving package constructed according to the goal of automotive perfection.

This car’s high-performance 405 kW V12 bi-turbo engine produces a staggering 900 Nm of torque between a low 2,300 and 3,000 RPM, which helps explain this amazing car’s 0-100km/h time of less than five-and-a-half seconds.

Inside, the Maybach 62 offers passengers sumptuous luxury with the highest quality materials such as hand-crafted timber and specially selected leather upholstery.

This very special luxury flagship successfully continues the long-standing Maybach tradition, started by Wilhelm Maybach, who was the designer of the first Mercedes car in 1901.

The second show-stopper on display will be a replica of the machine that set the world in motion more than 120 years ago: the Benz Patent Motor Car.

Patented in 1886 by Karl Benz, this amazing machine is recognised as the world’s first car and signified the start of the automotive world as we know it today.

This hand-crafted replica remains true to the original in every respect and demonstrates the humble beginnings of the world’s most experienced car maker, Mercedes-Benz.

Speaking about the forthcoming Mercedes-Benz display, Capital Star Motors dealer principal, Gary Roberts, was excited about the prospect of sharing such a vast collection of fascinating and often rare cars with the people of Canberra.

“This is a wonderful opportunity to present and share some of the rarest and most impressive cars available today,” said Gary.

“I encourage everyone to visit this year’s show and spend some time getting up close to these special cars. It’s exciting to be able to share such a large number of these fascinating cars with everyone.”

The 2007 Spring Home and Leisure Show takes place from October 19 – 20 at Exhibition Park in Canberra, otherwise known as EPIC. Information on this annual event can be found by visiting www.canberratimeshomeandleisureshow.com.au