While going through our inbox this afternoon, a reader by the name of Michael tipped us off to what are reportedly the first photos of the upcoming 2008 Mercedes C-Class.  The photos, which depict both the front and rear of the vehicle, show the C-Class with zero masking; naked, in all its splendid glory.

Of course, it's our belief the photos are nothing more than the work of a zealous photoshopping artist, due the fact that: A) There are no badges anywhere on the vehicle and B) The C-Class isn't slated to be debuted until next year; you, however, can form your own conclusions as to the pictures' authenticity.

Just don't blame us when this isn't what the 2008 C-Class looks like.

To see another photo, head over to TCC Confidential to view a shot of the rear.

Thanks for the tip Michael.