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      08-03-2015, 06:01 AM   #1
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Very nice review ... thanks for posting

I come away with the following conclusion ...


If you want the best speed and handling combo saloon money can buy ... get the M3/4

If you want a fast no fuss sporty but comfortable "daily driver" ... get the C400 !

I'm struggling to see where the C63s fits in ... Loud exhaust on wheels perhaps ?
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hard to make a "bad" decision on either. Anyone lucky enough to own either should be happy.
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Another victory for the M3 !! I'm glad I made the right decision.
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Both great cars IMO but BMW has still yet to release the comp pack M3 M4 which is meant to compete with the C63 'S' model, the merc wont stand a chance. The current normal M3 is still faster than the C63 'S' as you can see in the link below.

http://f80.bimmerpost.com/forums/sho....php?t=1139240

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Don't forget the Lime Rock Edition after AMG releases the LCI.
MB has also alluded to the fact that the C63 coupe is amped up over the sedan... I assume in the suspension department. If true, it will also be quite the performer.
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Have you guys seen the motortrend review where they placed the M3 last, ATS V second and C63 first.

It's the first of its kind to arrive at such a conclusion, IMO
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MB has also alluded to the fact that the C63 coupe is amped up over the sedan... I assume in the suspension department. If true, it will also be quite the performer.
You might be right. Personally, I won't speculate on what MB will do with the coupe. From what we have seen previously, they don't change much moving in that direction.
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You might be right. Personally, I won't speculate on what MB will do with the coupe. From what we have seen previously, they don't change much moving in that direction.
Wider tires...right.
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Have you guys seen the motortrend review where they placed the M3 last, ATS V second and C63 first.

It's the first of its kind to arrive at such a conclusion, IMO
yeah i think many of the other reviews had the c63s in first. again this goes back to the never ending debate of oh competition package this, faster around the track that blah blah. both awesome cars and just because its faster in a straight line or track doesn't make it the better car.
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We know the coupe gets wider tires for sure... That alone will make a positive impact
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What! This is the 1st review where they didn't compare the C63S, but rather the plain old base C63 as they should.
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yeah i think many of the other reviews had the c63s in first. again this goes back to the never ending debate of oh competition package this, faster around the track that blah blah. both awesome cars and just because its faster in a straight line or track doesn't make it the better car.
only motorsh*trend has put the C63 first. other reviews M3 has always come out on top.
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I keep hearing how great the C63 interior is, and I just don’t get it. The round vents, the iPad stuck on the dash. Tacky, and a far departure from BMW’s more austere approach, which I prefer.
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hard to make a "bad" decision on either. Anyone lucky enough to own either should be happy.
Agree, both nice cars. Although not a fan of the MB looks/interior.

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Another victory for the M3 !! I'm glad I made the right decision.
So you rely on others decisions/reviews to make the car buying decision for you???
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Have you guys seen the motortrend review where they placed the M3 last, ATS V second and C63 first.

It's the first of its kind to arrive at such a conclusion, IMO
Pobst didn't like it at the limit. Less confidence inspiring than the Merc (they used the S for that comparison).
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Have you guys seen the motortrend review where they placed the M3 last, ATS V second and C63 first.

It's the first of its kind to arrive at such a conclusion, IMO
Pobst didn't like it at the limit. Less confidence inspiring than the Merc (they used the S for that comparison).
Wow, that's a heavy hitter statement if it came from Pobst. I respect that guy
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Both cars are Beasts...But I love my BMW looks and performs so aggressive!!
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