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    2012 E63 AMG Bi-turbo - servicing costs and buying tips?

    Nice one, thanks Malcolm
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    2012 E63 AMG Bi-turbo - servicing costs and buying tips?

    Well just to update this. I gave that one a miss, and in the end my head has won out over my heart. I've let the side down and decided that the e63 is just a bit too much car, so I've put a deposit down on a used E220D instead :D Same price as the E63 but 2016 new shape, AMG premium plus, and...
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    Pre-purchase inspection - London/Southeast

    Yes, that's also true - I forgot that MB tend only to keep newer models on. I told the dealer that I wanted to visit first and see the car, then if happy with it put down a deposit subject to then sending it for workshop-based inspection. He still didn't seem keen to take it to the indy...
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    Pre-purchase inspection - London/Southeast

    I must admit, my confidence in the dealer is not that high based on the conversations I've had with them so far. Thanks for the food for thought - I may take a pass on this one.
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    Pre-purchase inspection - London/Southeast

    No, a general used car dealership that has some higher end cars.
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    2012 E63 AMG Bi-turbo - servicing costs and buying tips?

    Thanks all, that's good to hear. Looking forward to trying one out this weekend.
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    Pre-purchase inspection - London/Southeast

    Yes. Thought I'd talk to Mercanix in Farnham - they offer mobile merc inspections.
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    Pre-purchase inspection - London/Southeast

    Yes I was thinking that too. Might just be an inexperienced sales guy, I'll find out on Saturday
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    Pre-purchase inspection - London/Southeast

    er yeah, maybe not :D
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    2012 E63 AMG Bi-turbo - servicing costs and buying tips?

    Thanks for the extra info. rightly or wrongly I am getting the impression most folks only seem to hang on to these type of muscle cars for a couple of years or so. I'd be looking to have it longterm - any downsides to longterm ownership (apart from the pocket!) that I might not be taking into...
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    Pre-purchase inspection - London/Southeast

    Just to update this. Due to distance reasons, Alex recommended someone closer to the dealership for a workshop-based inspection. Top service from Alex, much appreciated. Unfortunately the dealer seems reluctant to take the car out of the showroom for a workshop-based pre-purchase inspection...
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    2012 E63 AMG Bi-turbo - servicing costs and buying tips?

    Excellent, thanks all, I knew this was the place to come. I'll let you know how I get on.
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    2012 E63 AMG Bi-turbo - servicing costs and buying tips?

    South, but the car is west
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    Pre-purchase inspection - London/Southeast

    Thanks Blobcat
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    Pre-purchase inspection - London/Southeast

    Hi All As mentioned here https://forums.mercedesclub.org.uk/index.php?threads/2012-e63-amg-bi-turbo-servicing-costs-and-buying-tips.184421/ I'm thinking of replacing my old c-class coupe with an E63 AMG. Can anyone recommend someone for pre-purchase inspections in the southeast? Thanks.
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    2012 E63 AMG Bi-turbo - servicing costs and buying tips?

    Just to give something back, here's the list of checks I've come up with so far: E63 AMG W212 (M156/M157) Timing chain: Check for regular oil changes Check for chain replacement Check for rattling, harsh noises on startup, squealing tensioners, worn or discolour chain guides General...
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    2012 E63 AMG Bi-turbo - servicing costs and buying tips?

    Can't tell if that's good or bad :) I'm intrigued
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    2012 E63 AMG Bi-turbo - servicing costs and buying tips?

    Cheers all. Any recommendations on who to use for pre-purchase inspection on a car like this in London/southeast?
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    2012 E63 AMG Bi-turbo - servicing costs and buying tips?

    Great info, thanks chaps. Discs look like a painful replacement. How reliable are the pano roofs on the 2012 E-classes? My S203 pano roof seized some time ago and my indy never really managed to get it unstuck for long.
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    2012 E63 AMG Bi-turbo - servicing costs and buying tips?

    Thanks for the details. Nothing too pricey there, which is good to see. Any other tips gratefully received.

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