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  Jaguar S-type (1999 - 2007) (Classics Reviews)
  But the S-type had its critics. Like the Rover 75, which was launched at the same time, some saw the styling as backwards looking compared to cutting edge-designs like the new Ford Focus. But over time, the S-type seems to have aged well – even if it hasn’t quite found its niche in classic circles.
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  Honda S-MX (1995 - 2000) (Classics Reviews)
  The Honda S-MX (or SMX) is a Japanese Minivan. It has two rows of bench seats and can accommodate up to five passengers. In a bid to maximise interior space, the traditional floor-mounted gearbox has been replaced by a column-mounted shift.
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  Hyundai S Coupe (1990 - 1995) (Classics Reviews)
  In a growth market, the S Coupe was firmly at the back of the class … and that’s even if you noticed it at all. But it did have one major advantage over its rivals – price. At almost half the price of a Vauxhall Calibra, the S Coupe’s marketing position reach aggressive that its looks and handling could only dream of.
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  TVR V8-S (1990 - 1994) (Classics Reviews)
  The V8-S was a case of history releating itself. It was basically a case of taking an existing V6 product (the excellent S-Series roadster) and installing a tuned Rover V8 under the bonnet to create a very fast - and desirable - sports car.
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  Nissan S-Cargo (1989 - 1992) (Classics Reviews)
  The S-Cargo was introduced at the Tokyo Motor Show in 1989, and went on sale the following year. Approximately 12,000 S-Cargos were built, and they have subsequently been exported all over the world as a popular 'speciality' delivery vehicle.
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  Jaguar XJ-S (1975 - 1996) (Classics Reviews)
  So Jaguar used a shortened version of the then new XJ6 chassis to create its new sports car. Of course, the XJ-S isn't a sports car at all, but it's job was to continue in the spirit of the E-type Series 3. And while the XJ-S might not have been a nimble road racer, it was a brilliant grand tourer. It had light power-assisted steering, high gearing, and huge petrol tanks to accommodate the V12's huge thirst.
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  Jaguar S-type (1963 - 1968) (Classics Reviews)
  The story of Jaguar’s Mk2 family is complicated - the original Mk1 was transformed into the Mk2 before being re-jigged into the 240/340. There were also two further offshoots, the similar looking S-type and the 420 (and let's not forget the V8 engined Daimler versions). The 1963 S-type was technically more sophisticated than the Mk1 and Mk2. The catalyst for the introduction of the S-type seems to have been the launch of the MkX as the new top of the range Jaguar.
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  Mercedes-Benz S-Class (1991 - 1999) (Classics Reviews)
  Te Mercedes-Benz S-Class may have reached its technical peak in 1991 with the W140 generation. Here we had a car that introduced several new innovations when launched, such as double-glazed side glass and self-closing doors.
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  Mercedes-Benz S-Class (1979 - 1993) (Classics Reviews)
  In 1979, the Mercedes-Benz S-Class was relaunched, and once again took a big technological leap from what came before. Aerodynamic styling penned by Bruno Sacco signalled a new look that would filter its way down the entire range, and showed that Mercedes-Benz was not about to lose its lead in its sector of the marketplace.
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  Mercedes-Benz S-Class (1972 - 1980) (Classics Reviews)
  The second-generation S-Class was a technical masterpiece, and clearly in the running for the 'best car in the world', which manufacturers like to talk about. The range was logivally split into six- and V8-cylinder cars, standard- and long-wheelbase - with a rather special model right at the top - once again.
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  Audi 100 Coupe S (1970 - 1976) (Classics Reviews)
  Although never a massive seller when new, the 100 Coupé S is one of those cars that has become more desirable with the passage of time, as classic car enthusiasts warm to its love-me styling combined with thorough German engineering. That’s turned it into something of a cult car.
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  Mercedes-Benz S-Class (1965 - 1972) (Classics Reviews)
  The S-Class range started with the 250 - in S form, it offered 130bhp, but adding Bosch fuel-injection in the SE added a further 20bhp, which had a positive effect on performance and fuel economy. In 1968 these entry level models were increased in engine capacity to 2.8-litres, again in carburetted and fuel-injected SE form - and the long-wheelbase, previously offered on the top-of-the-range 300SEL was offered across the range.
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  Mini Cooper, Cooper S and Seven (1990 - 2000) (Classics Reviews)
  The 40th birthday celebration Cooper S Works of 1999 was the most powerful of them all, with 90bhp. Production ended in 2000, and Lulu drove the last car off the line.
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  Volvo P1800, S, E and ES (1961 - 1973) (Classics Reviews)
  Delightful to drive, useful in ES form - 'The Saint's' car will always be cool
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  Bentley Continental R, S, T and Azure (1991 - 2003) (Classics Reviews)
  Owners loved theirs, but many buyers were soon demanding more power - first uprated model was the limited edition Continental S, which upped power to 385bhp. But the 1996 Continental T was the true performance version, with 420bhp and less weight, thanks to a 10cm shorter wheelbase. The 1995 Azure was an open-topped version, built with assistance from Pininfarina, replacing the long-lived Corniche-based Continental (confused?
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  Mercedes-Benz S-Class Coupe and Cabriolet (1965 - 1975) (Classics Reviews)
  As well being offered in saloon form with two wheelbases, the W108/W109 S-Class was offered in W111 Coupe form. It was actually a heavily revised version of the previous Fintail coupes, helped in no small part by the fitment of the 2.5-litre straight-six from the 250S/SE.