Funny-I don't much like the standard S-Type. But the R? Yes, please. Frankly, I could care less that BMW and Merc are bringing out ever more powerful sedans about the same size as the S-Type. Why? Most new BMWs and Mercs make me want to take a nap, even M and AMG versions. Dunno why, but they always have.
-Wm.
Oh, and on a picture screwup note, a local paper runs a syndicated automotive section, and did an article on the new Merc SL. The photo was a file photo from the last generation SL, from about five years ago, at that.