So, the kick thing for the trunk. Don’t sweep your foot sideways. Just do a little kick forwards and back near the center of the rear. Works every time. (This is actually explained in the owner’s manual.)
Yes. I have the same car and found it to be kind of a stab forward with the foot. Then, being a dork, I hit my shin on the bumper and cry like a little girl for a bit. Love these cars, though.
Same. Got the 2016 with 30k mi. It's a blast. It inspires an insane amount of jealousy and I have had two road rage type issues this past week. But most times when I come out of a gas station people are around it and want to know what it is and how much! Car is a blast.
@@MarchedYeti96 Yeah. There is something with the 2016 models where you could have a 'lemon' transmission. Make sure there are no leaks and get it inspected prior to buying it. MAKE SURE the battery is the right one; A new battery for this car is $2200 and has to be imported from Germany as dealers don't stock them. The guy I bought the car from put a cheap autozone battery in it. The mercedes dealer told me I was lucky everything on the car didn't go haywire. The other thing: Maintenance records. Was the car tracked? Look for an owner who always had it serviced at Mercedes. If the car was ever in an accident I wouldn't buy it. I found mine on ebay for 67k @ 32,000 miles, meticulous books and records.
@@MarchedYeti96 No chance. I had my pick of anything really. This was such a steal for 67k it isn't even funny. Blows the doors off the M4 and looks like you spent 300k. Hell, the new GT is 400k and has a similar body type and engine! No one can tell them apart unless they are a hardcore car guy. Not only that, but there aren't many of these, which makes them stand out. I've seen one other one in all of the Tampa bay area. One.
It’s funny because my current is the jag f type r and i watched your channel just before getting it in 2021, now I’m looking to get an Amg gt years later and you popped up again! Good taste
Glad to see you're back! Great ownership insight on the AMG GT. I had a V6 F-Type S couple years ago and have recently started looking at GTs. How would you compare the driving dynamics of the AMG GT vs F-Type R and overall ownership? (This would be a great video idea actually since there are none from the perspective of someone who has owned both cars).
Just rediscovered your channel after while. Your DIY videos on the FType were great and helped me out a # of times when working on my own FType R. And now, would't you know it, I traded my FType for an AMG GTS a few months back, so I can't wait to see what you put out for this platform.
This was a great video. I'm hoping to get this car as a daily driver in about a year. I live in houston. Can you talk more about the buying experience, what options/ specs you were looking for/ considering, maintenance, and other daily driving things a buyer should consider?
I have a GTC. GTC will be more comfortable for daily driving duties: Comfort mode is softer. Get the dynamic engine and transmission mounts as well: they change the nature of the car in Sport +.
@kryptickiddo8481 thanks bruv! I'm in finance but really I'm older than you and have had more time to make investments and earn savings. At 19 I was driving a total POS lol. I'm sure you'll be driving something better than this even in no time. Peace
For the getting in and out of the car in tight spots: window down before you get out/in. You can do it with the remote key by holding close/open. It will open or close the window before you get in or after you get out.
Damn... you go from one of my dream cars (F-Type), to the other!! I have the F-Type, but will likely not find myself lucky enough to be in the AMG GT-S/R! Congrats!!
Seen a version of this car that has an outlet for the rad. air in the hood , the newer ones have a spliter for the air , that channels the air too either side ,
Man, I wish I would have seen earlier I would have hooked up to go to Hallett with you. Moving to Florida January 2024. Great video, would you buy this car again after having it this long? This is one of the cars I’m considering purchasing. Thanks for videos
The inside pad should NOT wear any faster than the outside pad in a single piston caliper!! I have the GTC and worked at a brake company. If you do see uneven wear, then you need to check the caliper pins - perhaps they need to be replaced (rust) and greased.
Great stuff friend. Thank you. About the #9, next time you're squeezed to get out the car, try to twist your body passing your right leg under your body and touching the ground first. I do not own one of these cars, but I will soon. lol.
Do a video for the home mechanic that will buy this car in 6 years will have replacements for everything. coolant line electronic components and fluids for the differential and transmission. Calipers.
Great video. I’m really considering buying one of these. I love the owner experience feedback and none of them were deal breakers for me. Thanx. PS I miss the Oklahoma car scene but I do not miss the random hail storms lol.
Thanks for the in-depth review. Looking to purchase this car soon so all these intricate details help. I didn't catch the year of your model. May I ask what year this is, how many miles, and how much you purchased it for? All the best.
You should have also mentioned "Dynamic Plus Package"... if you have an outer "yellow" color on the instrument cluster then you're equipped with Dynamic Plus. GTS models with "red" outer color do not have this feature. This adds to the the value of the car considerably.
I didn't read through all the comments, but can't you drop the windows down with the key fob before getting inside during a tight situation?? "Press the Unlock Button and Press/Hold the Unlock Button to Open Windows"
One of the few automatic cars I like. It looks great, sounds great, shame about the stuck on screen on the dash. If it did t have that the interior would be almost perfect too.
I'm kinda jonesing for one of these but would have to give up my 2017 Porsche Turbo S for one, which is a faster more capable car. Tough decision. These are the only Merc's that I would ever really want to own.
currently have the base burmester system and it’s just alright. lacking some power and bass but good clarity. taking the step up to the high end burmester system would do it
I have all the same issues with doors on my CLK and SLK, it's really just a 2 door car issue. Even my hondas had the same problem. Boot kick, nah sorry bro, same issue on all my Mercedes, even with remote boot release. I'm guessing this is your first Merc, which is totally OK. Cause atleast you're not revieiwing a mustang or some other piece of "HoNEY"😜😜
I have an AMG GLC and I have been blocked in twice by jackholes. This is one reason I either park in the middle of nowhere or only next to other high end luxury vehicles. 320 credit score people don’t give af about your ride.
So, the kick thing for the trunk. Don’t sweep your foot sideways. Just do a little kick forwards and back near the center of the rear. Works every time. (This is actually explained in the owner’s manual.)
Yes. I have the same car and found it to be kind of a stab forward with the foot. Then, being a dork, I hit my shin on the bumper and cry like a little girl for a bit. Love these cars, though.
Does not work if you have the factory carbon trim option, unfortunately.
it has never worked for me no matter which kick I tried.
Bought mine a week ago. Absolutely love it.
Same. Got the 2016 with 30k mi. It's a blast. It inspires an insane amount of jealousy and I have had two road rage type issues this past week. But most times when I come out of a gas station people are around it and want to know what it is and how much! Car is a blast.
Any tips for buying? I have one of these on my radar for next car.
@@MarchedYeti96 Yeah. There is something with the 2016 models where you could have a 'lemon' transmission. Make sure there are no leaks and get it inspected prior to buying it. MAKE SURE the battery is the right one; A new battery for this car is $2200 and has to be imported from Germany as dealers don't stock them. The guy I bought the car from put a cheap autozone battery in it. The mercedes dealer told me I was lucky everything on the car didn't go haywire. The other thing: Maintenance records. Was the car tracked? Look for an owner who always had it serviced at Mercedes. If the car was ever in an accident I wouldn't buy it. I found mine on ebay for 67k @ 32,000 miles, meticulous books and records.
@@dealerslicenseops If you had to pick again, would you take one of these over a newer m4 with xdrive?
@@MarchedYeti96 No chance. I had my pick of anything really. This was such a steal for 67k it isn't even funny. Blows the doors off the M4 and looks like you spent 300k. Hell, the new GT is 400k and has a similar body type and engine! No one can tell them apart unless they are a hardcore car guy. Not only that, but there aren't many of these, which makes them stand out. I've seen one other one in all of the Tampa bay area. One.
Dude vanished for 8 months lol. Nice pickup!
It’s funny because my current is the jag f type r and i watched your channel just before getting it in 2021, now I’m looking to get an Amg gt years later and you popped up again! Good taste
Look at us 👍🏼
dawm how old your videos are, nice
Hey! Great to see a new post. Awsome car. Still miss the F-Type.....
Glad to see you're back! Great ownership insight on the AMG GT. I had a V6 F-Type S couple years ago and have recently started looking at GTs. How would you compare the driving dynamics of the AMG GT vs F-Type R and overall ownership? (This would be a great video idea actually since there are none from the perspective of someone who has owned both cars).
Dude, night and day - the AMG is in a different league. Jags are not sports cars.
I wouldn't be caught dead in a faguar
@@Fluterra well the F-Type is a sports car
@@dealerslicenseops What did Jaguar do to hurt you 😂
@@aztroooo did you see the new commercial? No sane straight man would be caught dead in a jaguar! lol! joke's on you loser.
HE’S BACK!!! Love how you fast forwarded trying to find the auto trunk sensor and it was still 5sec… it’s SO accurate!!😂☠️
Just rediscovered your channel after while. Your DIY videos on the FType were great and helped me out a # of times when working on my own FType R. And now, would't you know it, I traded my FType for an AMG GTS a few months back, so I can't wait to see what you put out for this platform.
This car is SO underrated.
Probably my next track car, btw #4 - porsche race chrono package does exactly that also
This was a great video. I'm hoping to get this car as a daily driver in about a year. I live in houston. Can you talk more about the buying experience, what options/ specs you were looking for/ considering, maintenance, and other daily driving things a buyer should consider?
I have a GTC. GTC will be more comfortable for daily driving duties: Comfort mode is softer. Get the dynamic engine and transmission mounts as well: they change the nature of the car in Sport +.
Thank you man! Just bought mine in red ❤. Wish I watched this first but I'm major happy nonetheless ☺️
damn bro congrats, just a 19 year old wondering what you do for a living to be able to afford something like this.
@kryptickiddo8481 thanks bruv! I'm in finance but really I'm older than you and have had more time to make investments and earn savings. At 19 I was driving a total POS lol. I'm sure you'll be driving something better than this even in no time. Peace
@@Kelvin_Ess thanks for the reply 🙌🏾
Even if the only special feature was its tires explode when you cough, I'm still refusing to die without buying 2 of them.
For the getting in and out of the car in tight spots: window down before you get out/in. You can do it with the remote key by holding close/open. It will open or close the window before you get in or after you get out.
Love your content, keep it up!
Would u ever consider buying or reviewing a C8 corvette, Lotus Emira, or Cayman GTS?
If in a tight spot, you can exit the car with the window down then close it back up with the keyfob when you're out... Beautiful car!
Damn... you go from one of my dream cars (F-Type), to the other!! I have the F-Type, but will likely not find myself lucky enough to be in the AMG GT-S/R! Congrats!!
Just wait for the next car he got
Great you're back! Hope you've kept your ISF.
Seen a version of this car that has an outlet for the rad. air in the hood , the newer ones have a spliter for the air , that channels the air too either side ,
You’re the real mvp for this!
Welcome back!
Very useful video, I'm planning to get this as number one or Porsche gt4 as second or brand new m4 as last one
He's alive! 😅
Man, I wish I would have seen earlier I would have hooked up to go to Hallett with you. Moving to Florida January 2024. Great video, would you buy this car again after having it this long? This is one of the cars I’m considering purchasing. Thanks for videos
The inside pad should NOT wear any faster than the outside pad in a single piston caliper!! I have the GTC and worked at a brake company. If you do see uneven wear, then you need to check the caliper pins - perhaps they need to be replaced (rust) and greased.
that F-type is my favorite
Great stuff friend. Thank you. About the #9, next time you're squeezed to get out the car, try to twist your body passing your right leg under your body and touching the ground first. I do not own one of these cars, but I will soon. lol.
Do a video for the home mechanic that will buy this car in 6 years will have replacements for everything. coolant line electronic components and fluids for the differential and transmission. Calipers.
Miss the Jag. But Dam nice Merc!
Great video. I’m really considering buying one of these. I love the owner experience feedback and none of them were deal breakers for me. Thanx.
PS I miss the Oklahoma car scene but I do not miss the random hail storms lol.
It's the best driving car I've ever owned!
I am looking at purchasing a 2016, 1 owner, clean car fax. However I am now concerned about the drive shaft/transmission leak to the rear.
nice video bro
Thanks for the in-depth review. Looking to purchase this car soon so all these intricate details help. I didn't catch the year of your model. May I ask what year this is, how many miles, and how much you purchased it for? All the best.
He says at the beginning - 2017!
Does race mode not allow manual shifts?
bro this might be my favorite car you've owned. Thinking about getting 1 myself lol
Cool hope I can get one of these cars someday. Thanks for the tips
How do you not have 500k subscribers
12:25 that’s huge, man!
did you pay all cash or do you have payments? If so how much a month with insurance?
How does it compare to the jaguar f type ? I was thinking or trading my f type as well to amg gt C
You should have also mentioned "Dynamic Plus Package"... if you have an outer "yellow" color on the instrument cluster then you're equipped with Dynamic Plus. GTS models with "red" outer color do not have this feature. This adds to the the value of the car considerably.
Yea that’s true, mine had it and it makes the car so much more sporty
@@skrrtgarage3922From an interested buyer, is this something that is actually noticeable?
Great video
great video👍🏽. hmmm no tuning? 😅
So should I buy this one or 2011 GTR35 or go full jdm with a GT R32 ?
Open the trunk you have to kick like a soccer player.. Foot rotated to outside... Directly to center of back camera
I didn't read through all the comments, but can't you drop the windows down with the key fob before getting inside during a tight situation?? "Press the Unlock Button and Press/Hold the Unlock Button to Open Windows"
An absolute great car
One of the few automatic cars I like. It looks great, sounds great, shame about the stuck on screen on the dash. If it did t have that the interior would be almost perfect too.
I'm kinda jonesing for one of these but would have to give up my 2017 Porsche Turbo S for one, which is a faster more capable car. Tough decision. These are the only Merc's that I would ever really want to own.
What's a meer?
Which one was fast rand was more fun amg gts or ftype r
man please reply what is your height and weight? are you kinda 180-185 cm ?
What a great car and it even was not that expensive. Todays AMG GT has not so much character and charm to it while being hilariously expensive.
Man my dream is probably an AMG GTR. I wanna be like you when I grow up 😂😂
Edit: ehhh the Viper ACR is my dream. Manual V10 Track monster ❤
How is the Burmester audio?
currently have the base burmester system and it’s just alright. lacking some power and bass but good clarity. taking the step up to the high end burmester system would do it
single piston in back? are we sure about this? its very strange.
I’m very sure. I’ve changed the brakes in the rear twice.
@@skrrtgarage3922 its so crazy!
@@skrrtgarage3922 maybe they did this because of cornering abilities? just trying to make some sense. sound might be stupid though:)
I have all the same issues with doors on my CLK and SLK, it's really just a 2 door car issue. Even my hondas had the same problem.
Boot kick, nah sorry bro, same issue on all my Mercedes, even with remote boot release.
I'm guessing this is your first Merc, which is totally OK. Cause atleast you're not revieiwing a mustang or some other piece of "HoNEY"😜😜
Oki im buying one!
Nice to see your video live Again. Just my email I sent never got response😢
I have an AMG GLC and I have been blocked in twice by jackholes. This is one reason I either park in the middle of nowhere or only next to other high end luxury vehicles. 320 credit score people don’t give af about your ride.
no no no i mean nein nein nein nein nein nein you gotta kick no hoover for it to work
We know how to get in and out of cars lol
My trunk works with a kick.
Meeyor😅?
you have never parked in europe