the Phaeton marked a return to form for German engineering. The barge’s windshield wiper blades rest on alternate sides to create even wear. The sunroof adjusts at speed to prevent drafts and harmonic distortion inside the cabin. The climate control system opens vents for rapid cooling, then closes them when the desired temperature arrives. At a time when even Mercedes had lost the plot, the Phaeton’s build and materials quality were beyond approach. I mean, reproach. For those of us who wondered if the Germans had lost their manufacturing mojo, the Phaeton kept the faith alive. – Robert Farago
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