Whether you interpret the word "Diospyros" as "divine fruit or the "wheat of Zeus" eccentric German tuner Carlsson certainly thinks its interpretation of the S-Class Cabrio deserves god-like status. However, there's nothing saintly about the pistachio body color Carlsson dubs "Heritage Green" even if it does radiate a golden shimmer in the sunlight. Piano lacquer adorns the new diamond grille, a lowered suspension and bespoke 20-inch wheels gives the drop-top Benz a sportier profile while flat LED taillights affords the rear a new look.

Performance upgrades sees the S Cabrio's turbocharged V8 upped to 550 hp and 590 lb-ft, which equates to S550 levels of power, but Carlsson can work its magic across the S-Class lineup, including the range-topping S63 and S65. West African ebony can be found throughout the cabin, featuring most prominently on the deck, which comes covered in an open-pore veneer inspired by classic yachts. Combined with the Vintage Cognac colored nappa leather with body-matching green piping, Carlsson hopes the luxurious land yacht recreation of the Mercedes S-Class Convertible will convince people to part with between 214,000 and 336,000 Euros before tax (that's $227,000 and $357,000 at today's rates).

Considering the Mercedes-Maybach S650 Cabriolet retails for around $320,000, that's a significant chunk of change to pay for the mint-green Merc. For comparison's sake, check out the Mercedes S550 up close and personal: