@@tubejorrit I won't say what I do but I work a similar job but I will floor any C63 that's in my hands like no tomorrow. I already floor my work car so much that they had to get a g meter in the car to prove that I'm racing it
In Germany, about 50-60k is also possible with sub 60kkm. However, many of the cheap ones really have been driven like maniacs. I currently drive a W205 C43 full spec, was about 54000€ for 40.000 km mileage. Gonna look if it's still worth it to get petrol in 2 years, might be in the market for E63S or M3 Touring then. Let's see :D
Buying a used supercar is like marrying an former model: it looks good from far but its far from good. Expensive to upkeep and its been ridden far harder and has more miles that you previously thought! Pass
C63 is not super car. I’ve just sold mine with 24,500 mileage 2016 to a dealer. And its performance car, if you are scrapping to live, buy normal car. It’s expensive hobby for upkeep
I'm poor and ugly. I'd still take my shot with the former supermodel. Sometimes when you don't have the good option, you have to go with the only option...
Re spares prices, I had an AMG (C36) & the black box for the air conditioner failed. My mechanic told me the replacement was $3k, but he unsealed the “sealed unit” & went down to Jaycar Electronics & bought the replacement relay for ashtray change - literally!
That little bit of plastic on the rear wheel arch that deletes itself in car washes isn't an "aero addition", it's purely stuck on to appease the German regs that say a tyre can't stick out beyond the bodywork.
@@tim3172 sorry as I stated in my comment, that is the rule here in Australia (this being an Aussie-produced YT channel). There may be minor variations between the states here, but fundamentally it is the same across the country - it's illegal for wheels or tyres to protrude outside the bodywork. Also strict limitations on how high/low you can change ride height (50mm either way) without an approved engineering certificate. I have no idea what applies in the US, UK or different Euro nations.
@@ReDrivenI can't remember which of your channels I started watching first, but it's been great watching you guys grow. I was pretty excited when I heard them talk about you! Congrats on the success, ya fuckin beauties! You've earned it!
If Mercedes Benz cannot be bothered to sort out their quality issues (considering the cost of their cars) then I cannot be bothered to part with my hard earned to buy one. Lexus RC or LC for me.
I bought a Lexus RCF instead for the fact that Mercedes-Benz is banking on its past achievements. All Mercedes-Benz' built after 1998 are pure rubbish.
Great video. I worked at mercedes when the first models were being launched as well as the facelift, the pre facelift is absolutely the way to go. Gearbox and dash being the main reasons (new digital dashes are so emotionless). Such a great car but for not *much* more than the 120k models you could be looking at an early model AMG GT or GTS with the drivetrain!
I have a 2017 C63s Sedan at 2500 miles I had Renntech add their R3 package. 767hp/633ft lbs. I now have 38000 miles and my only issue ever was a misfire code from a dirty mass air flow sensor. Not sure why a misfire code but the tech got it right it never did it again. Great car !
Thanks for the great video! I have a 2015 W205 C63S wagon with little over 100k now driven. No issues, except for the outside ambient lighting. The problem is probably caused by water that gets through some seals when washing the car in the winter, so avoid pressure washing the mirrors and door handles. The car does heat up quite quickly, so I could imagine that you might run into problems in hotter climates and on track. I live in Finland, so over heating isn't an issue. The car is too heavy for track use. I love it as a daily driver, especially in the winter. Dial down the traction controls and the drive to the office can be quite exciting, even while keeping within the speed limits. Not planning to sell the car and don't really care how much it may cost to fix things later on.
Do they salt the roads in winter, in Finland (obviously a large country) how long would a cars life cycle be given the elements? Do you Finnish consider cars to be disposable items?
@@peterlattimore6013 They salt the roads. I try to wash the car often and keep it well protected. I'm also hoping that since the car has a lot of aluminum parts and panels, that it will survive the conditions. The average age of cars is about 13 years, and cars are crazy expensive here due to the taxes. I think my car would have been 180k€ when new. I imported my car used from Germany, so I didn't pay quite as much. In general, the Finns try to take care of their cars, but also there is a lot of car leasing and I guess those cars are not treated as well.
Same opinion here , I don’t know where they buy their cars? C63s as long as serviced at mercedes and doesn’t have 15 pre owners , is a bargain till this day !
$7k for an ABS module? What a rort! Not surprised though, dad bought a new Mercedes and the after sales support is the worst we’ve experienced from ANY brand. Dodgy, what they say and what they do don’t match, super expensive, try to get out of admitting what’s under warranty, etc. etc.
We bought a Glc43 Amg from mercedes Benz south Melbourne few years ago and it was the Most AWFUL experience ever….. Had to return the car to the dealership like 5 times fixing rattles and squeaks, sensors failings…. Just a terrible service
We've got a gla45 AMG and service has been awesome. It's been 2 years after warranty and it was happily extended and the car is being well taken care of. We always get emails and special offers for new cars and complimentary gifts from the branch plus some nice creamy coffee
I own a 2017, I have had to replace one turbo, timing belt, sunroof, coolant line, and infotainment system (although I think the issue was due to some other electronic issue). Trunk open button inside the car did break. (Not covered under warranty) All of the repairs were under warranty so that was the only good part. Overall still an amazing car, would still by another after 5 years of ownership.
I am the second owner of a 2017 c63, 51k miles and only regularly scheduled maintenance for me. Tires, brakes, spark plugs, transmission fluid, brake fluid, battery, diff fluid. One tpms sensor. I love my C63 and plan to keep it in the family.
I've driven a 2017 C63S for 2 years now. I've had a transmission cooler take some rocks and started to leak and have had some cooling issues, but all were pretty minor to fix. Overall, the car has been fantastic and it's a joy to drive. Regular maintenance is important, and also expensive, so just consider that before you buy one.
I work as a detailer at Benz and can say that a lot of amgs from this era say urbi, bj urbo, or v8 bi urbo because the t always falls off sometimes even before we wash that outside.
122.000km with my C63 from 2017. Zero issues..the only thing what annoys me is the cracking sound of the interior. Beside that it is for me the perfect sports car for daily use. Thanks for this review..well done
A lot of the interior issues are shared with the entire 205 range, I think they're made a lot worse on the AMG variants because of the super stiff body.
@@DMSVICAU I needed a bigger car so it was time to let it go, I’ve got a GLE now, I don’t think I could buy anything else other then the Mercedes, for me the best cars !!!
I'm with you. 2017 coupe, almost 80ks now, only issues were worn struts replaced under warranty and some minor squeaks on very cold mornings. A great do everything performance car.
I think most high end cars are fine - if you are the first owner (and 5 years is pretty much the limit..) It's usually the poor sod who comes along next who cops all the bills and heartache.
@@phillipleeds296 My friend bought one, heavily depreciated of course, and loved it ( for about six months) until the everything and I mean everything electrical failed in spectacular fashion. So owning one is like marrying a trice divorced former high fashion model: it looks good from far, but it's far from good...and expensive to upkeep.
In the states, I've never seen anyone drive a C63 like an asshole. That distinction is reserved for BMWs, Dodge Chargers, and Nissan Altimas. Crotch rockets, too.
Not nearly as premium as i expected on the inside...speaking of premium how bloody awesome is Adam, he's gotta be one of the best car review presenters on the planet 🤔
I've had my 2018 C63s for close on 4 years 99,000 Miles and no issues. It also has been tuned the whole time, frequent mountain runs and track days. No issue at all with mine. Also the 2018 didn't come with a 9 speed. The Update happened in 2019
the build qualitycontrol goes down because in the first 2 years of a model line they check almost every car that goes out while after that they only check randomly every 10 cars that go out. Source: Workshop Manager and Dealer of MB
I love these videos, because it keeps the common folk from buying these beautiful gems. These c63s are more exclusive than we think, unlike f80/82 M cars and now g80/82. These type of videos talking down on them are good to all of us w205 c63s owners. I own a 2018 c63s and I never had any of these issues but I’ll let him tell it 😊
buy a c43 . you can actually use it as a daily driver , flick it to sport plus and open the exhaust button when the need arises on the weekend , as well as comfort mode during the weekday commute . it has all the same tech on the inside , looks just as good on the outside , and your wallet will appreciate the insurance and running costs difference between this and its older brother . had a choice between both and went for the 2021 c43 . no regrets . still have my licence
Not saying the c43 is bad but the looks aren’t the same. The c63s has a widebody that the c43 doesn’t and it’s obvious. The biggest reason to get the C63s is the v8. You can’t compare the two.
C43 can take a beating. Very reliable. I saw a totally dogged out C43 with panels hanging in some places and it still ran good. If you do a stage 1 tune on a C43, it is faster than the C63. Stage 1 tube is still reliable in the C43.
You guys literally named everything and anything can go wrong. As a 2018 e63s owner that is stage 1 tuned from eurocharged. I have zero problems with the car.
Agreed. I believe long-term owners who have these tuned are too busy enjoying how reliable the car is, to write any negative reviews or go on forums for 'issue resolution'.
I have a 2020 and have only had one problem in 35K miles.. oil pump sensor that went out, so they replaced everything. Harness, oil pump, and sensor under warranty.
You need to get your facts corrected. The pre-facelift W205 had a 7 speed AMG Speedshift MCT (multi-clutch) transmission. It was certainly NOT a DCT (Dual clutch). It utilizes a wet start up clutch in place of a torque converter. The facelift model also has the same kind of transmission, only now it is 9 speed. It is still AMG Speedshift MCT transmission. Hope this helps!
70% of the people who buy this car as second hand car buy it to drived Hard and mess around with it and that’s the result of the list you are given however can’t be taking as a general issues of a model of car . If I go in the internet and search issues in any model of car 7 years old except Toyota you probably will find a Ton of complaints . I own a C63S 2016 I am the second owner and I have it for 3 years and I made 54k miles and the only thing I can agree with you is a bit of rateling in the dashboard apart of that is the best car I ever own and not planning to sell it
I have a 2015 Edition 1 C63s and only has 17K miles. I take pretty good care of it. Recently paid it off. Plan to keep it for quite some time. Will start posting about this on my channel soon
Engine mounts are between £160-£210 each made by Febi-Bilstein or SWAG from an independent in the UK. I'm not sure I'd call that 'astronomical' although fitting rates might be if you don't live in Eastern Europe!
I love seeing all the faults listed on these very expensive cars. I bought a 2012 Kia Optima in 2014, have had it serviced every 6 months, and have had zero problems. Totally reliable and very nice to drive.
Well said,the known coil pack issue got me,only 30,000km and two have gone at $800aud each set x4,prices should be reduce to cost for known issues,also sunroof rattle drives me nuts,other than that awesome car.
Don't think i have ever watched a review on a car with more issues than this one, I like the idea of it but it just seems to be a gamble finding one that won't cost you a fortune or get on your nerves.
Would a C43 be more reliable and/or less to maintain? The C63 is obviously a much nicer sounding car, but it’s a lot of car for the road and the C43 seems slightly more reasonable
I had a 2019 c43 and loved it. The AWD feature makes it feel like you can be a bit more risky with hard throttle. But after test driving a raucous c63s, I had to make the switch up.
The "Ok I have to do the whole Only Fans style leg spread" comment cracked me up. Love the bit of witt you add to your reviews 😂. On a serious note, you confirmed for me why I'll never own a Mercedes built in this century. Lovely to look at, hear and drive, not to own.
The C 63 S Couple (matt black one) looks pretty handsome (sexy). The M177 V8 bi-turbo does give it unique characteristic, you can't get it wrong, sometimes annoying when the serenity is suddenly broken by a cold start or roars like thunder, I can feel the vibration in air (hey, neighbour, I know you are back / heading out...) lol
As I've said on previous Merc vids the 9 speed 725 transmissions are generally expensive to service. And we'd seen quite a few owners dump these cars at the 3 year mark because the 3 year A service on these is generally eye-wateringly expensive - spark plugs, rear diff oil and the first trans fluid change, generally budget for about $3k from a dealer, slightly less obviously when using an independent.
Love the car definitely one of my dream cars.. great back drop also.. good old rockwood road/ rockwood cemetery.. I live only a few streets away.. keep up the top content 👍
I’ve had a rattle that sounded like the door and headliner and dealer couldn’t figure it out but I found it was the tiny silver ring on my turn signal, so I put electrical tape on the back and never happened again.
I always wanted an Audi S5 coupe (your video on one helped a lot), luckily I got a 2018 C43 coupe for the same price (usually 3-5k more expensive) here in south Austria. Since we have quite a lot of snow the C63 was out of the question budget and drive wise, my coworker has one and complains it cant put the power down, Mine however can, always. Keeping it until I can afford my dream an R8/LC 500 haha
Drove it new, it was a piece of junk rattle box then. Can't imagine one second hand. Good review, but how do you recommend a car that has an after-market list of issues a mile long.
These will become giveaways because out of warranty you can't afford to keep them on the road. Don't be fooled by the cheap buy price that's because the seller can't afford it and wants to handball the problem onto the next wood duck.!
5:05 That's not aero, that's just to meet regulations and compliance, the body must extend over the wheels, if the wheels are wider than the body at a certain width, otherwise it is not deemed as Street Legal.
Nice looking car but I feel like it's the car equivalent a dog like an Irish wolfhound. Fun while they're around but will eventually break your heart after a short time. The build quality is more of a concern than the engine in this car. Surprised this was today's review car but it was definitely an interesting watch. Good work as always guys and look forward to Sunday's video as per usual 👍
Hey Adam, I noticed you’re into your watches and sporting all sorts in the videos. I really like the one I’m seeing in this video. I’m masculine and elegant at the same time. Can you reveal make and model?
10:31 some people drive like that and it's actually incredible dangerous. Just imagine if your hand is up there on the steering wheel and the airbag deploys
We have the lesser C43, which is still fun an so far minimal issues, and the full on GLE63. I don't drive the GLE hard so hopefully I will not be stuck with problems.
The words "investment" and "car" do not go with each other. Alot of people i knew jumped and bought these cars for 100k + because they said the value will increase. The values have all decreased and theyve paid thousands in maintenance. Toyoyta Hilux sr5 paid off, now thats an investment
Thanks Adam - I wouldn’t own one because I’m not a Lakemba or Caroline Springs resident - I have seen the SUV version of these in our local regional OTR - he arrived at the pump doing 60k per hour got out with dangling jewellery, Mohawk hair, matching beard and white suit looking like a Los Angeles porn film star - I think he mumbled “youse don’t mess with me cause I’m from the far northern suburbs of Adelaide bro” while he snorted on something resembling baby talcum powder accompanied by duff duff Dubai rumbles from the rear interior - my GC8 WRX was a much smarter buy with appropriate interior compared to this with its awful Hungarian gift shop style.
Mercedes Australia sales are falling rapidly and that's because they are not reliable and cost too much to own out of warranty which in turn makes their re-sale value the worse in class.
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I can't remember the last time I saw a C63 AMG being driven normally lol
its impossible, I like to floor my c63s (estate) for the sound but every time I do that I might loose my driving license.
@@tubejorrit It's worth losing your licence
@@str8xrippin I work as an ambulance driver, not the smartest move to loose my driving license ;)
@@tubejorrit I won't say what I do but I work a similar job but I will floor any C63 that's in my hands like no tomorrow. I already floor my work car so much that they had to get a g meter in the car to prove that I'm racing it
@@tubejorrit "loose"
LOL
If only this thing had a 4 cylinder engine and weighed over 2 tonnes I would totally buy one.
me too
🤣
Sorry, you just made me puke in my mouth with the words four cylinder......Nothing good comes in measurements under 8, ask your mom or ex wife 😮😢😅
Haha XD I guess you got your wish p.s. I know you're being sarcastic.
would rather a GT mustang with a manual gearbox, over this.
Here in the US, we can these for sub $50k even factoring in exchange rates that makes it $73k for a C63s. Your prices are blood crazy.
Luxury car tax. Thank our goverment.
@@ashleyn1979 LCT is great. Keeps low income wankers out of shit like this.
In Germany, about 50-60k is also possible with sub 60kkm. However, many of the cheap ones really have been driven like maniacs. I currently drive a W205 C43 full spec, was about 54000€ for 40.000 km mileage. Gonna look if it's still worth it to get petrol in 2 years, might be in the market for E63S or M3 Touring then. Let's see :D
us aussies get ripped off in every way imaginable
500k for a dodge challenger in Australia
Buying a used supercar is like marrying an former model: it looks good from far but its far from good. Expensive to upkeep and its been ridden far harder and has more miles that you previously thought! Pass
It’s certainly not a supercar…😂😂
@@Chipsandmayo-OG You've never driven a Yugo, the Merc is definitely a super car
C63 is not super car. I’ve just sold mine with 24,500 mileage 2016 to a dealer. And its performance car, if you are scrapping to live, buy normal car. It’s expensive hobby for upkeep
I'm poor and ugly. I'd still take my shot with the former supermodel.
Sometimes when you don't have the good option, you have to go with the only option...
@@bawintermage8351the C63 is not a super car.
The AMG GT is closer to or is a supercar than a C63.
Re spares prices, I had an AMG (C36) & the black box for the air conditioner failed. My mechanic told me the replacement was $3k, but he unsealed the “sealed unit” & went down to Jaycar Electronics & bought the replacement relay for ashtray change - literally!
... and fixed that annoying rattle at the same time!
That little bit of plastic on the rear wheel arch that deletes itself in car washes isn't an "aero addition", it's purely stuck on to appease the German regs that say a tyre can't stick out beyond the bodywork.
you mean like the exact same rules that apply in most Australian states?
@@johnphaceas7434 dumb rule
Are you also talking about the same EU rules, British rules, and US regulations?
@@tim3172 sorry as I stated in my comment, that is the rule here in Australia (this being an Aussie-produced YT channel). There may be minor variations between the states here, but fundamentally it is the same across the country - it's illegal for wheels or tyres to protrude outside the bodywork. Also strict limitations on how high/low you can change ride height (50mm either way) without an approved engineering certificate. I have no idea what applies in the US, UK or different Euro nations.
I've tracking my 2017 c63s heavily for the past few years now and it has seen 30+ track days and never skipped a beat, thing is built like a tank
literally the first time i hear any youtube channel being so honest and speak about the reality of problems these cars can have.
AMG
All Money Gone
nice one
Sorry your broke
poor people dont need to buy expenssive luxury cars
@@Chris-hw4mq Why not?
@@RomanTrukhin because they cant afford the maintenance and repairs of the car.
You guys got a mention from a Canadian duo lately
They referenced the channel
Keep it up
Throttle house? Which video? Would be call to see
Yeah we’ve been told!! Minds blown.
It’s at about 14min mark in their recent Alfa Giulia video
@@ReDriven yup... was so proud to hear that and I don't even know you guys personally.
Re-driven is the best for buyers information.
@@ReDrivenI can't remember which of your channels I started watching first, but it's been great watching you guys grow. I was pretty excited when I heard them talk about you! Congrats on the success, ya fuckin beauties! You've earned it!
If Mercedes Benz cannot be bothered to sort out their quality issues (considering the cost of their cars) then I cannot be bothered to part with my hard earned to buy one. Lexus RC or LC for me.
i dont blame you, these things have rattle louder than their exhaust
I bought a Lexus RCF instead for the fact that Mercedes-Benz is banking on its past achievements. All Mercedes-Benz' built after 1998 are pure rubbish.
Lexus quality is far worse than Mercedes
@@Model1822😂 Are you high?
@@AWMJoeyjoejoe pretty much a Toyota can’t compare it to Mercedes
Ruined by the flogs that drive them, usually 1/1 with their house value.
Last time I saw a C63s, it was diving in and out of traffic at 200kph on a south western Sydney motorway 😒🥴🤡
Was it a BMW driver taking the Merc for a test drive?
Methcedes Benz
The c63s is one of those cars that you just fall in love with once you get behind the wheel
actually i fell out of love after driving it aggressively. I've owned one for the past 10 months and its just OK...
Great video. I worked at mercedes when the first models were being launched as well as the facelift, the pre facelift is absolutely the way to go. Gearbox and dash being the main reasons (new digital dashes are so emotionless). Such a great car but for not *much* more than the 120k models you could be looking at an early model AMG GT or GTS with the drivetrain!
I have a 2017 C63s Sedan at 2500 miles I had Renntech add their R3 package. 767hp/633ft lbs. I now have 38000 miles and my only issue ever was a misfire code from a dirty mass air flow sensor. Not sure why a misfire code but the tech got it right it never did it again. Great car !
Thanks for the great video! I have a 2015 W205 C63S wagon with little over 100k now driven. No issues, except for the outside ambient lighting. The problem is probably caused by water that gets through some seals when washing the car in the winter, so avoid pressure washing the mirrors and door handles. The car does heat up quite quickly, so I could imagine that you might run into problems in hotter climates and on track. I live in Finland, so over heating isn't an issue. The car is too heavy for track use. I love it as a daily driver, especially in the winter. Dial down the traction controls and the drive to the office can be quite exciting, even while keeping within the speed limits. Not planning to sell the car and don't really care how much it may cost to fix things later on.
Do they salt the roads in winter, in Finland (obviously a large country) how long would a cars life cycle be given the elements? Do you Finnish consider cars to be disposable items?
@@peterlattimore6013 They salt the roads. I try to wash the car often and keep it well protected. I'm also hoping that since the car has a lot of aluminum parts and panels, that it will survive the conditions. The average age of cars is about 13 years, and cars are crazy expensive here due to the taxes. I think my car would have been 180k€ when new. I imported my car used from Germany, so I didn't pay quite as much. In general, the Finns try to take care of their cars, but also there is a lot of car leasing and I guess those cars are not treated as well.
Same opinion here , I don’t know where they buy their cars? C63s as long as serviced at mercedes and doesn’t have 15 pre owners , is a bargain till this day !
$7k for an ABS module? What a rort! Not surprised though, dad bought a new Mercedes and the after sales support is the worst we’ve experienced from ANY brand. Dodgy, what they say and what they do don’t match, super expensive, try to get out of admitting what’s under warranty, etc. etc.
We bought a Glc43 Amg from mercedes Benz south Melbourne few years ago and it was the Most AWFUL experience ever…..
Had to return the car to the dealership like 5 times fixing rattles and squeaks, sensors failings…. Just a terrible service
Its more than fake news..7k you buy all c63 amg wiring..all ecu included..i dont know where he finds all those bs than even Toyota has them
We've got a gla45 AMG and service has been awesome. It's been 2 years after warranty and it was happily extended and the car is being well taken care of. We always get emails and special offers for new cars and complimentary gifts from the branch plus some nice creamy coffee
I own the same car but a sedan in the vid. It's my daily no issues at all it's a great car does everything I need it to.
@@JessSprinkelI just got a 2017, it’s hard not to drive it everyday.
So many issues both inside and outside reveal the build quality of Mercedes vehicles. I would never buy one even if I had no problem with the finance.
You making a great decision mate, we had so many different Mercedes models in our family trough out the years, They just keep getting shiiiit
Just stick to your Honda don’t worry about it
@@Model1822all these people have never even owned a European car 😂
@@Model1822 Lol
@@Model1822 Yep, I am happy with my Prado 2020 🙏
I own a 2017, I have had to replace one turbo, timing belt, sunroof, coolant line, and infotainment system (although I think the issue was due to some other electronic issue). Trunk open button inside the car did break. (Not covered under warranty) All of the repairs were under warranty so that was the only good part. Overall still an amazing car, would still by another after 5 years of ownership.
Crazy , I own a 2017 and have replaced nothing . 64K KM on the clock
I am the second owner of a 2017 c63, 51k miles and only regularly scheduled maintenance for me. Tires, brakes, spark plugs, transmission fluid, brake fluid, battery, diff fluid. One tpms sensor. I love my C63 and plan to keep it in the family.
Man, that is a seriously long list of issues for a so-called premium car and make.
As we say, "If you wanna have a monkey, you need to pay for bananas." The only question here is -> Are you willing to take care of angry gorilla ?
I've driven a 2017 C63S for 2 years now. I've had a transmission cooler take some rocks and started to leak and have had some cooling issues, but all were pretty minor to fix. Overall, the car has been fantastic and it's a joy to drive. Regular maintenance is important, and also expensive, so just consider that before you buy one.
I work as a detailer at Benz and can say that a lot of amgs from this era say urbi, bj urbo, or v8 bi urbo because the t always falls off sometimes even before we wash that outside.
122.000km with my C63 from 2017. Zero issues..the only thing what annoys me is the cracking sound of the interior. Beside that it is for me the perfect sports car for daily use. Thanks for this review..well done
A lot of the interior issues are shared with the entire 205 range, I think they're made a lot worse on the AMG variants because of the super stiff body.
I had a C63s AMG Edition 1 for almost 5 years and never had a single issue…it was the best car I ever owned!!!
All these guys that complain about euro cars have never actually owned one 😂
@@DMSVICAU I needed a bigger car so it was time to let it go, I’ve got a GLE now, I don’t think I could buy anything else other then the Mercedes, for me the best cars !!!
I'm with you. 2017 coupe, almost 80ks now, only issues were worn struts replaced under warranty and some minor squeaks on very cold mornings.
A great do everything performance car.
I think most high end cars are fine - if you are the first owner (and 5 years is pretty much the limit..) It's usually the poor sod who comes along next who cops all the bills and heartache.
@@johnphaceas7434 I bought mine with 9000km on the clock just outside of warranty…apart from maintenance cost no issues whatsoever…
Previous c63 w204 chassis is such a superior car in my opinion. Both in looks and sound.
Definitely not looks, it looks really aged while this C63s still looks modern
W204 looks heaps better IMO
💯 That's the mother of all c63's
You own both?
They drag race a w204 on carwow against a 2017 c63s and the old model flogs it. Lame excuse
Let me guess. Everything?
You said it first and best!
Everything very expensive
@@bawintermage8351 I shall watch the video to see how I went! 😀
Beat me to it.
@@phillipleeds296 My friend bought one, heavily depreciated of course, and loved it ( for about six months) until the everything and I mean everything electrical failed in spectacular fashion. So owning one is like marrying a trice divorced former high fashion model: it looks good from far, but it's far from good...and expensive to upkeep.
In the states, I've never seen anyone drive a C63 like an asshole. That distinction is reserved for BMWs, Dodge Chargers, and Nissan Altimas. Crotch rockets, too.
I see more Camrys and CRV's driven fast and furious then true supercars!
@@terrydahl6291 include my Solara (Camry coupe) among those, but not when other people are around.
Not nearly as premium as i expected on the inside...speaking of premium how bloody awesome is Adam, he's gotta be one of the best car review presenters on the planet 🤔
he certainly floats my goat.
I've had my 2018 C63s for close on 4 years 99,000 Miles and no issues. It also has been tuned the whole time, frequent mountain runs and track days. No issue at all with mine.
Also the 2018 didn't come with a 9 speed. The Update happened in 2019
the build qualitycontrol goes down because in the first 2 years of a model line they check almost every car that goes out while after that they only check randomly every 10 cars that go out. Source: Workshop Manager and Dealer of MB
'If you hold the steering wheel like this, you're a wanker' HAHAHAHAHAHAHA
I blame Dominic Turredo
The best description that I have heard about modern Merc AMG's is that they are like overclocked 90's computers.
I love these videos, because it keeps the common folk from buying these beautiful gems. These c63s are more exclusive than we think, unlike f80/82 M cars and now g80/82. These type of videos talking down on them are good to all of us w205 c63s owners. I own a 2018 c63s and I never had any of these issues but I’ll let him tell it 😊
I love the sound of the C63, but the handling of the F80, and its beautiful lines are hard to go past.
Quote "I own a 2018 c63s and I never had any of these issues" Fixed this for you "I own a 2018 c63s and I never had any of these issues YET"
buy a c43 . you can actually use it as a daily driver , flick it to sport plus and open the exhaust button when the need arises on the weekend , as well as comfort mode during the weekday commute . it has all the same tech on the inside , looks just as good on the outside , and your wallet will appreciate the insurance and running costs difference between this and its older brother . had a choice between both and went for the 2021 c43 . no regrets . still have my licence
But it's not the Halo car of the range
That would be the sensible option. However, you can't really compare a V6 to a V8, especially for the enthusiasts
Not saying the c43 is bad but the looks aren’t the same. The c63s has a widebody that the c43 doesn’t and it’s obvious. The biggest reason to get the C63s is the v8. You can’t compare the two.
Yeah I thought that too until test driving both. No question that the c63 is by far more fun to drive.
C43 can take a beating. Very reliable. I saw a totally dogged out C43 with panels hanging in some places and it still ran good. If you do a stage 1 tune on a C43, it is faster than the C63. Stage 1 tube is still reliable in the C43.
i know these are amazing but still prefer the older w204 for that brutal 6.2
NA engine!
You guys literally named everything and anything can go wrong. As a 2018 e63s owner that is stage 1 tuned from eurocharged. I have zero problems with the car.
Agreed. I believe long-term owners who have these tuned are too busy enjoying how reliable the car is, to write any negative reviews or go on forums for 'issue resolution'.
great on point honest review❤❤❤... and kudos for being mentioned on trottle house.. with the giulia 🎉🎉🎉👌
The pointer returns! Keep up the awesome work gentlemen 🤙
As a c63s owner I can validate this video. Squeaky sunroof, faded black trim and budget for tires were my only concerns.
Not from aussie nor gonna buy a c63
But still watching cause it's really way better than current TV Shows and comedy shows
while being informative AF
A Dohertys Gym typical car park 😂
I own a 2019 C63s Cabriolet and I don't have any of these issues. Literally zero issues but I guess because I take care of it
I have a 2020 and have only had one problem in 35K miles.. oil pump sensor that went out, so they replaced everything. Harness, oil pump, and sensor under warranty.
You need to get your facts corrected. The pre-facelift W205 had a 7 speed AMG Speedshift MCT (multi-clutch) transmission. It was certainly NOT a DCT (Dual clutch). It utilizes a wet start up clutch in place of a torque converter. The facelift model also has the same kind of transmission, only now it is 9 speed. It is still AMG Speedshift MCT transmission. Hope this helps!
The engine mounts are electronically controlled, they have magnetic fluid in them like an adaptable shock absorber. Complex!
I just love how you've been reviewing most cars that I'm looking forward to own lately😊
70% of the people who buy this car as second hand car buy it to drived Hard and mess around with it and that’s the result of the list you are given however can’t be taking as a general issues of a model of car . If I go in the internet and search issues in any model of car 7 years old except Toyota you probably will find a Ton of complaints . I own a C63S 2016 I am the second owner and I have it for 3 years and I made 54k miles and the only thing I can agree with you is a bit of rateling in the dashboard apart of that is the best car I ever own and not planning to sell it
Agreed. I find people who call issues either bought from someone who neglected maintenance or just outright disrespected the car.
Much prefer the old style of thumbnails, this is okay but the consistent yellow just suits the channel better. Good stuff as always though
Yes
I almost scrolled past this thumbnail cos I didn’t see yellow
I have a 2015 Edition 1 C63s and only has 17K miles. I take pretty good care of it. Recently paid it off. Plan to keep it for quite some time. Will start posting about this on my channel soon
Engine mounts are between £160-£210 each made by Febi-Bilstein or SWAG from an independent in the UK. I'm not sure I'd call that 'astronomical' although fitting rates might be if you don't live in Eastern Europe!
I miss the guitar solo in-between timestamps you used to do on the videos. Please bring it back
Mine is stage 2 car is bullet proof.
As like most high performance cars runs best at operating temps
I love seeing all the faults listed on these very expensive cars. I bought a 2012 Kia Optima in 2014, have had it serviced every 6 months, and have had zero problems. Totally reliable and very nice to drive.
Well said,the known coil pack issue got me,only 30,000km and two have gone at $800aud each set x4,prices should be reduce to cost for known issues,also sunroof rattle drives me nuts,other than that awesome car.
love the introduction of the pointer lol
Don't think i have ever watched a review on a car with more issues than this one, I like the idea of it but it just seems to be a gamble finding one that won't cost you a fortune or get on your nerves.
Would a C43 be more reliable and/or less to maintain? The C63 is obviously a much nicer sounding car, but it’s a lot of car for the road and the C43 seems slightly more reasonable
I had a 2019 c43 and loved it. The AWD feature makes it feel like you can be a bit more risky with hard throttle. But after test driving a raucous c63s, I had to make the switch up.
I had the opportunity to drive one, and I'm now in love.
New lens/camera? Vid looks great! Cars not bad either
The "Ok I have to do the whole Only Fans style leg spread" comment cracked me up. Love the bit of witt you add to your reviews 😂.
On a serious note, you confirmed for me why I'll never own a Mercedes built in this century. Lovely to look at, hear and drive, not to own.
The C 63 S Couple (matt black one) looks pretty handsome (sexy). The M177 V8 bi-turbo does give it unique characteristic, you can't get it wrong, sometimes annoying when the serenity is suddenly broken by a cold start or roars like thunder, I can feel the vibration in air (hey, neighbour, I know you are back / heading out...) lol
As I've said on previous Merc vids the 9 speed 725 transmissions are generally expensive to service. And we'd seen quite a few owners dump these cars at the 3 year mark because the 3 year A service on these is generally eye-wateringly expensive - spark plugs, rear diff oil and the first trans fluid change, generally budget for about $3k from a dealer, slightly less obviously when using an independent.
Love the car definitely one of my dream cars.. great back drop also.. good old rockwood road/ rockwood cemetery.. I live only a few streets away.. keep up the top content 👍
I’ve had a rattle that sounded like the door and headliner and dealer couldn’t figure it out but I found it was the tiny silver ring on my turn signal, so I put electrical tape on the back and never happened again.
I always wanted an Audi S5 coupe (your video on one helped a lot), luckily I got a 2018 C43 coupe for the same price (usually 3-5k more expensive) here in south Austria. Since we have quite a lot of snow the C63 was out of the question budget and drive wise, my coworker has one and complains it cant put the power down, Mine however can, always. Keeping it until I can afford my dream an R8/LC 500 haha
Drove it new, it was a piece of junk rattle box then. Can't imagine one second hand. Good review, but how do you recommend a car that has an after-market list of issues a mile long.
These will become giveaways because out of warranty you can't afford to keep them on the road. Don't be fooled by the cheap buy price that's because the seller can't afford it and wants to handball the problem onto the next wood duck.!
5:05 That's not aero, that's just to meet regulations and compliance, the body must extend over the wheels, if the wheels are wider than the body at a certain width, otherwise it is not deemed as Street Legal.
Nice looking car but I feel like it's the car equivalent a dog like an Irish wolfhound. Fun while they're around but will eventually break your heart after a short time.
The build quality is more of a concern than the engine in this car.
Surprised this was today's review car but it was definitely an interesting watch.
Good work as always guys and look forward to Sunday's video as per usual 👍
I’m an Audi guy through and through but I do love the C63
Love you redriven
Love you more
This really applies to any C Class 2015 and up 🤦🏾♂️💯💯, let’s hope Mercedes see’s this!
These things look and sound so good.
Love how you use wanker as an insult. I'm proud of my abilities as an owner/operator.
Great review again mate! Ps. Erebus Origin looking good!
Mate, when are you gonna do c43 review?
Hey Adam, I noticed you’re into your watches and sporting all sorts in the videos. I really like the one I’m seeing in this video. I’m masculine and elegant at the same time. Can you reveal make and model?
Every time I watch these videos,, I’m 100% ready to buy one, then by the time it’s finished I definitely don’t want one haha..😶😶😂😊
10:31 some people drive like that and it's actually incredible dangerous. Just imagine if your hand is up there on the steering wheel and the airbag deploys
You'd give yourself a super high-speed face five to congratulate yourself on your amazing driving!
The only problem I found with this c63 is that the C63S E-Performance exists and shat on the nameplate for a 4 pot garbage 🤣🤣🤣
One of your best gentlemen
We have the lesser C43, which is still fun an so far minimal issues, and the full on GLE63. I don't drive the GLE hard so hopefully I will not be stuck with problems.
You could have made this clip in a minute or two if you just named the things that DIDN'T play-up or fail on this model car.
Top tip. Watch dash cam channels and see if your c63 has made an appearance. It probably has.
Bet the broken rotary damper on the storage hole cover costs $1,100.99 and is a 12 week wait.
The words "investment" and "car" do not go with each other.
Alot of people i knew jumped and bought these cars for 100k + because they said the value will increase. The values have all decreased and theyve paid thousands in maintenance.
Toyoyta Hilux sr5 paid off, now thats an investment
What about the AMG SLS? It's worth over $1M now. What about the Aventador SVJ?
Love the channel mate.
Any chance you can do a redriven review of the Chrysler 300 srt 2015-present model ?
Cheers
Thanks Adam - I wouldn’t own one because I’m not a Lakemba or Caroline Springs resident - I have seen the SUV version of these in our local regional OTR - he arrived at the pump doing 60k per hour got out with dangling jewellery, Mohawk hair, matching beard and white suit looking like a Los Angeles porn film star - I think he mumbled “youse don’t mess with me cause I’m from the far northern suburbs of Adelaide bro” while he snorted on something resembling baby talcum powder accompanied by duff duff Dubai rumbles from the rear interior - my GC8 WRX was a much smarter buy with appropriate interior compared to this with its awful Hungarian gift shop style.
Mercedes Australia sales are falling rapidly and that's because they are not reliable and cost too much to own out of warranty which in turn makes their re-sale value the worse in class.
Take the engine and drivetrain out, throw the rest away and build an amazing race/street car with that.
great review. one of the best
Would never buy one in Australia, terrible roads and speed limits
As a trimmer who replaces headliners. You have no idea what your saying. $500 nobody would touch it.
I would want an all white one including white grill black accents 👌 white rims with black drum
First time here on this channel, very nice video. It is just me or this guy is the lost brother of actor Joseph Gordon-Levitt?
How about a review of the volvo v40 the hatchback i’d love to oen one been looking for a d4 but a review from redriven would be lovely
Is that an escort on the lift? Noice mate!
The dirty Leb bros have ruined the reputation of this car
Better than the bogan commodores