Put a deposit on a C63 AMG

Steve A · 07-19-2007, 06:20 PM

After reading a few reviews decided to get my bollocks out and paid my dippa should take delivery in feb/mar........not told the mrs yet

still gonna keep the diesel for daily driver

NFS · 07-19-2007, 06:23 PM

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Originally Posted by Steve Ashton

After reading a few reviews decided to get my bollocks out and paid my dippa should take delivery in feb/mar........not told the mrs yet

still gonna keep the diesel for daily driver

Thats a lot of torque - either way

Micky Dee · 07-20-2007, 04:17 AM

My brother had a Merc and the interior was awful. Really plasticy and not too well screwed together. Input from Chrysler likely the blame! I hope your's proves otherwise. Glad to hear you're keeping the 335....you haven't gone completely to the 'dark side'

silverbmwz3 · 07-20-2007, 05:11 AM

I think possibly this was a fault with previous generation mercs. My dad's C class (which he just replaced with a new 520d) was a bit plasticy and always in the garage...... I know Merc were heavily criticised for cutting a corner too far not too long ago with results like the last ML class and them featuring way down reliability/build quality results. From recent cars like CLS (and I suspect the new C) I think they've stepped back up the quality.

I'd love a C63 but unfortunately would have to spend every last penny to get one and my wife would leave me, *especially* if I had ordered it and not discussed!!!!

dxb335d · 07-20-2007, 06:27 AM

what does the c63 look like? any pics please?

330cdsport · 07-20-2007, 06:40 AM

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Originally Posted by dxb335d

what does the c63 look like? any pics please?

Quite similar to the Mercedes Sprinter van - just with a lower roof!!

2GPP · 07-20-2007, 07:11 AM

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Originally Posted by 330cdsport

Quite similar to the Mercedes Sprinter van - just with a lower roof!!

Ah yes the Mercedes Sprinter van...generally seen in white doing the ton 2 inches off your rear bumper!

silverbmwz3 · 07-20-2007, 09:34 AM

Carl... dunno if anyone has a better pic as it doesn't appear to be publicised yet but here's a spy shot:

http://www.buscatuning.com/blog/foto...g-c63-1jpg.jpg

Think new C class but with an AMG transformation and a 6.3 litre (?) hand built engine - bit like if you compare a CLS and a CLS AMG or any of the standard mercs vs AMG models.

Just make sure yours is built by Klaus Shmidt and not Hans Sh1t.

dxb335d · 07-20-2007, 09:37 AM

silver the link dont work mate

sheps · 07-20-2007, 09:44 AM

Here you go:

dxb335d · 07-20-2007, 09:49 AM

thanks sheps i now recognise the shape of the merc, this amg one looks SOOOO much better than the 'cooking' variant

like what i am seeing in the pic, but not liking the humungous star in the grill, a smaller more subtle one would have done

also the front wing does not match the door very well colour wise

whats the specs on this car?

good choice Stevie Ash

silverbmwz3 · 07-20-2007, 10:19 AM

The big star in the grill is a new thing for the C class I believe. The big badge sticking up on the front has always put me off mercs - I nearly bought an E55 once but missus just kept harping on about the badge sticking up. To me it looks like you should get out wearing robes and sandals (don't mean anything racist by that) and is a bit "look at my sticky up badge" so in the new C Class depending on whether you choose the sport model or not you get a grille badge or a sticky up badge.

I think the new C class looks the nuts and I'd have strongly considered one if it was out when I ordered mine.

sheps · 07-20-2007, 10:23 AM

Sport and AMG models have the larger, grille-based badge - the non-sport models utlilise a bonnet mounted Merc badge - easy to now distinguish the sport and non-sport models.

Last week Autocar claimed the C63 was the most compelling and complete Mercedes since the 190 cosworth of the early-mid eighties.

Make no mistake, this car will be an absolute barnstormer, and will give the new M3 a real hard time; AMG have really pushed the boat out with this model, it's not just a regular version C class with a glut of hp & torque, it's the first AMG to offer the ability to turn the TC off properly, a sign that the chassis is as well engineered as the engine.

dxb335d · 07-20-2007, 10:26 AM

sheps where in cambs are you?

sheps · 07-20-2007, 10:28 AM

Here you go, sport in foreground, non sport in background

sheps · 07-20-2007, 10:28 AM

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Originally Posted by dxb335d

sheps where in cambs are you?

St. Neots, about 20 mins (now the new dual-lane A428 has opened) from cambridge C/C

DervFan · 07-20-2007, 12:37 PM

Here's a better one

Excuse the size, couldn't be bothered to resize and upload to Photobucket

More here

silverbmwz3 · 07-20-2007, 12:40 PM

Liking that a lot. My next car? Who knows

Have to win the lottery or a new business venture work out very well indeed

Steve A · 07-20-2007, 02:46 PM

btw Carl, its faster than ..........only joking guys

i cant wait for that beauty to be on my drive

1stKnight · 07-20-2007, 02:50 PM

Very, very nice indeed!

BC4J · 07-20-2007, 03:08 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Steve Ashton

After reading a few reviews decided to get my bollocks out and paid my dippa should take delivery in feb/mar........not told the mrs yet

still gonna keep the diesel for daily driver

What kind of deposit did you use precisely, bearing in mind you got out your bollocks?

peterg1965 · 07-20-2007, 03:23 PM

Dont like...... sorry...... The only Mercs I like are new ML and CLS

07-19-2007, 06:20 PM	#1
Steve A Brigadier General 106 Rep 3,465 Posts Drives: too much Join Date: May 2007 Location: Manchester UK iTrader: (0)	Put a deposit on a C63 AMG After reading a few reviews decided to get my bollocks out and paid my dippa should take delivery in feb/mar........not told the mrs yet still gonna keep the diesel for daily driver __________________ C350 cdi sport estate facelift 457lbft 130i M SportMercedes C350 CDI Sport Estate AutoMini Cooper Auto.Mercedes E250 CGI,Lexus IS-F,R36, RS4 Saloon,ML 420 CDI SPORT,M6, 335d, C55, C32, M3, M5, S3, ALL SOLD but fondly remembered
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silverbmwz3 Colonel 55 Rep 2,022 Posts Drives: X5 g05 Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: Buckinghamshire, UK iTrader: (0) Garage List 2003 325 ci SE conv ... [0.00]	I think possibly this was a fault with previous generation mercs. My dad's C class (which he just replaced with a new 520d) was a bit plasticy and always in the garage...... I know Merc were heavily criticised for cutting a corner too far not too long ago with results like the last ML class and them featuring way down reliability/build quality results. From recent cars like CLS (and I suspect the new C) I think they've stepped back up the quality. I'd love a C63 but unfortunately would have to spend every last penny to get one and my wife would leave me, especially if I had ordered it and not discussed!!!! __________________ Current: E90 335d (May 2007) \| Black/Black \| Prof Hifi \| Prof Nav \| 6FL \| Fully Electric Seats \| Xenons \| Folding Mirrors \| PDC Previous: 325ci Conv. Black/Black with lots of ACS Previous: z3 3.0 Silver with Black&Red Leather
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07-20-2007, 09:34 AM	#8
silverbmwz3 Colonel 55 Rep 2,022 Posts Drives: X5 g05 Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: Buckinghamshire, UK iTrader: (0) Garage List 2003 325 ci SE conv ... [0.00]	Carl... dunno if anyone has a better pic as it doesn't appear to be publicised yet but here's a spy shot: http://www.buscatuning.com/blog/foto...g-c63-1jpg.jpg Think new C class but with an AMG transformation and a 6.3 litre (?) hand built engine - bit like if you compare a CLS and a CLS AMG or any of the standard mercs vs AMG models. Just make sure yours is built by Klaus Shmidt and not Hans Sh1t. __________________ Current: E90 335d (May 2007) \| Black/Black \| Prof Hifi \| Prof Nav \| 6FL \| Fully Electric Seats \| Xenons \| Folding Mirrors \| PDC Previous: 325ci Conv. Black/Black with lots of ACS Previous: z3 3.0 Silver with Black&Red Leather
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07-20-2007, 09:44 AM	#10
sheps Colonel 81 Rep 2,396 Posts Drives: C63 AMG Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: Cambs, UK iTrader: (2)	Here you go: __________________ Gone but not forgotten: 325i M Sport (E92), Black Sapphire, Coral Red Dakota, 19" 225's, Seat Heating, 6FL and de-badge Replaced by 6.2 litres of AMG powered C class.
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dxb335d The Tarmac Terrorist 1038 Rep 29,344 Posts Drives: 997.2 GT3 Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: ''Fandango Towers'' iTrader: (3) Garage List 2010 Porsche 997.2 GT3 [9.50] 2003 BMW E46 M3 [6.00] 2007 BMW E92 335D [5.50]	thanks sheps i now recognise the shape of the merc, this amg one looks SOOOO much better than the 'cooking' variant like what i am seeing in the pic, but not liking the humungous star in the grill, a smaller more subtle one would have done also the front wing does not match the door very well colour wise whats the specs on this car? good choice Stevie Ash __________________ 997.2 GT3
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silverbmwz3 Colonel 55 Rep 2,022 Posts Drives: X5 g05 Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: Buckinghamshire, UK iTrader: (0) Garage List 2003 325 ci SE conv ... [0.00]	The big star in the grill is a new thing for the C class I believe. The big badge sticking up on the front has always put me off mercs - I nearly bought an E55 once but missus just kept harping on about the badge sticking up. To me it looks like you should get out wearing robes and sandals (don't mean anything racist by that) and is a bit "look at my sticky up badge" so in the new C Class depending on whether you choose the sport model or not you get a grille badge or a sticky up badge. I think the new C class looks the nuts and I'd have strongly considered one if it was out when I ordered mine. __________________ Current: E90 335d (May 2007) \| Black/Black \| Prof Hifi \| Prof Nav \| 6FL \| Fully Electric Seats \| Xenons \| Folding Mirrors \| PDC Previous: 325ci Conv. Black/Black with lots of ACS Previous: z3 3.0 Silver with Black&Red Leather
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07-20-2007, 10:23 AM	#13
sheps Colonel 81 Rep 2,396 Posts Drives: C63 AMG Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: Cambs, UK iTrader: (2)	Sport and AMG models have the larger, grille-based badge - the non-sport models utlilise a bonnet mounted Merc badge - easy to now distinguish the sport and non-sport models. Last week Autocar claimed the C63 was the most compelling and complete Mercedes since the 190 cosworth of the early-mid eighties. Make no mistake, this car will be an absolute barnstormer, and will give the new M3 a real hard time; AMG have really pushed the boat out with this model, it's not just a regular version C class with a glut of hp & torque, it's the first AMG to offer the ability to turn the TC off properly, a sign that the chassis is as well engineered as the engine. __________________ Gone but not forgotten: 325i M Sport (E92), Black Sapphire, Coral Red Dakota, 19" 225's, Seat Heating, 6FL and de-badge Replaced by 6.2 litres of AMG powered C class.
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sheps Colonel 81 Rep 2,396 Posts Drives: C63 AMG Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: Cambs, UK iTrader: (2)	Here you go, sport in foreground, non sport in background __________________ Gone but not forgotten: 325i M Sport (E92), Black Sapphire, Coral Red Dakota, 19" 225's, Seat Heating, 6FL and de-badge Replaced by 6.2 litres of AMG powered C class.
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silverbmwz3 Colonel 55 Rep 2,022 Posts Drives: X5 g05 Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: Buckinghamshire, UK iTrader: (0) Garage List 2003 325 ci SE conv ... [0.00]	Liking that a lot. My next car? Who knows Have to win the lottery or a new business venture work out very well indeed __________________ Current: E90 335d (May 2007) \| Black/Black \| Prof Hifi \| Prof Nav \| 6FL \| Fully Electric Seats \| Xenons \| Folding Mirrors \| PDC Previous: 325ci Conv. Black/Black with lots of ACS Previous: z3 3.0 Silver with Black&Red Leather
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07-20-2007, 02:46 PM	#19
Steve A Brigadier General 106 Rep 3,465 Posts Drives: too much Join Date: May 2007 Location: Manchester UK iTrader: (0)	btw Carl, its faster than ..........only joking guys i cant wait for that beauty to be on my drive __________________ C350 cdi sport estate facelift 457lbft 130i M SportMercedes C350 CDI Sport Estate AutoMini Cooper Auto.Mercedes E250 CGI,Lexus IS-F,R36, RS4 Saloon,ML 420 CDI SPORT,M6, 335d, C55, C32, M3, M5, S3, ALL SOLD but fondly remembered
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07-20-2007, 03:23 PM	#22
peterg1965 Brigadier General 176 Rep 4,190 Posts Drives: F30 335d M Sport, F15 X5 40d Join Date: May 2007 Location: The place of dark satanic mills, UK iTrader: (0)	Dont like...... sorry...... The only Mercs I like are new ML and CLS
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