08-16-2018, 05:21 PM | #1 |
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I switched to a C63S Coupe! Update: M6 GC
03/06/2019 UPDATE: I swapped out my '18 C63S Coupe with a '15 M6 GC
------------- So, my 2015 M4 lease was up this month and I had a couple of options:
I seriously considered purchasing my own car because of the low miles, how well it was taken care of, and well, because I also really loved the damn thing. But what really bugged me a lot was how ancient the car felt in interior quality, design and technology every time I got in it. I know, I know, it's supposed to be a drivers' car, the fancy cabin stuff doesn't matter, yada yada … but really, when you are shelling out that much money on a massively depreciating asset, I think it matters. (And well, I am also an engineer, so I love having the tech). Update to a newer M4 also wouldn't have solved anything because nothing has really changed. So that was out of question. Looked into M5, felt too executive. Looked at M6, beyond budget. That left me with either the new RS5 or the C63S Coupe. I actually really liked the new RS5 in Nardo Grey. Looks sick, and is really, really fast. And man, the cabin tech is just another level! But when I drove it, it lacked 'soul'. It was fast, it handled well, but it felt that the car just took care of everything, and I was just a passenger. And not to mention, the Audi salesmen (in 3 different dealerships) were all jerks. One even asked me "do you even know how much this costs? You sure you can afford it?" when I asked for a test drive. F them! Went to the Mercedes dealership instead. Right of the bat, those guys were awesome. I spent 7 hours with this awesome sales guy driving various cars, even considering ED. Somehow, I was convinced that the C43 Coupe (yes, 43) was the right car for me. Got a great deal, drove it home. Over the next week, and about 300 miles later, I was certain I made a mistake. Nice car, quick and stuff, but it really is just a glorified C400 in AMG sheepskin. Now this speaks volume about the dealership, they took the car back, no costs to me, and still gave me a great deal on the 2018 C63S Coupe! It's been 3 weeks, and I can confirm that I picked the right car, and could not have been happier! Few early observations on the C63S vs the M4:
All-in-all, I am happy with the car. I think it is fast, aggressive and a beautiful thing to be in. And no, I have not sold my soul to Mercedes The M3 had been my dream car since I was 14, and almost all my recent cars have been BMWs. So count me in as a fanboy. Recently though, I feel BMWs have wavered a bit, so I am just taking a break waiting for the next M3/4. I am reading good stuff on the G20 3 series, and if that is any indication of the next M3/4, it would just be epic! That's all. Wanted to share this here as I don't see this kind of stuff quite often. Cheers, and I will be back to the family very soon! Oh, and pics (I will add more soon)
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08-16-2018, 05:35 PM | #2 |
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I like the C63s too but for ME, LOVE M4 overall. The ONLY thing that I want from the Merc is that damn exhaust That exhaust. That exhaust. Enjoy your car. Post up some pics.
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Thanks ... yes, that exhaust! Added some pics, will add more soon.
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You haven't found a Mercedes C63 forum yet?
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congrats on purchase--the C63S coupes are very beautiful and the exhaust is amazing. I live in Stuttgart where everyone and their mom has a Mercedes or Porsche so I love having my M3 out here, just to be different hehe. Everyone looks the same until you see and M3
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Why purchase the same car twice is my feeling. I myself looked at the C63s and really liked it. BTW my local Merc. Dealership wasn't overly thrilled about issuing me a "test drive" either, so I bought the ZCP. Great move & best of luck, sweet Auto.
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Nice man, more pics!
I priced out some AMGs and before I got my current M. The C43 pricing was competitive. The C63, not so much. Mind me asking the pricing you got on the C63? I'd consider making the change someday if the price is right.
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This is just a stop gap. I still love my M fam!
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Ok. Sorry to be so snarky. I hope you enjoy your C63S.
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Apparently it's a very expensive IFC clock :/
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My sticker was ~86, got it down to 77. The APR is miserable, close to 6%, because Mercedes apparently classifies this as limited production, they dont do any special rates. Got the dealer to throw in 3 year maintenance as well. So wasn't that bad. But definitely not even close to the rates that BMW has been spoiling us with
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My M4 wasn't manual either
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wow are US regs still ruining rear ends with those hideous bumper guards
i thought this ended in the 80's what are the laws around this, why did only the coupe c63 cop a beating with the ugly stick |
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