shabbauk
Active Member
Hello,
So I think I have my heart set on a w205 C63S, just need to save up a little more cash and hope they drop a little further (I notice the w204 c63 seems to be increasing if anything now) and it should be possible. Originally I wanted to spend £20k on something but nothing ticked my boxes like the c63 so seems I now need to go 30k+ (even at that price range the c63 is way ahead for me), I really want a v8 in my next car but most v8 cars are way too big in size/weight.
I have a few questions if I may
- The S has switchable exhaust but it also has the option for a sports/performance exhaust and it's a bit louder when open and also means you can use it in loud mode when in comfort, and is a must have option it seems - right?
- The bucket seats and burmester are a must for me personally, but otherwise nothing stands out as a 'must have' (excluding paint colour/wheel choice) - HUD would be nice, but nothing else I should seek?
- I struggled to find any buyers guides/common problem info, they seem pretty solid and I do very low mileage but how important is a warranty? I did a quote for a 2015 50k car at it was almost £3k per year from MB, given I tend to keep cars around 5 years it means I'd have spent £15k+ on the warranty cover! I can get 3rd party for £120PM but max 5k per claim and I'd assume 3rd party ones might be more hassle with claims. I've never hard a warranty on any car, but my cars have been in the sub 15k price range (currently have a s4 b8 and its been rock solid for 5 years) but feels a bit risky with a 30k+ car not to have a warranty.
- I've read the brakes can be pricey, especially the rears? What is a rough cost for discs and pads (front price and a rear price), £600 fronts £800+ rears?
- Service costs, rough specialist prices for these, I'm assuming £300 for basic service and £600+ for the bigger one? I saw the MB service 'b' included gearbox work, is that needed every 2 years or such? (never had an auto before) I probably do 3k per year but I like to service at 12 month intervals just to keep the oil fresh etc..
- Assume a ghost alarm is a very wise thing to get fitted from the off
Greatly appreciate any replies
So I think I have my heart set on a w205 C63S, just need to save up a little more cash and hope they drop a little further (I notice the w204 c63 seems to be increasing if anything now) and it should be possible. Originally I wanted to spend £20k on something but nothing ticked my boxes like the c63 so seems I now need to go 30k+ (even at that price range the c63 is way ahead for me), I really want a v8 in my next car but most v8 cars are way too big in size/weight.
I have a few questions if I may
- The S has switchable exhaust but it also has the option for a sports/performance exhaust and it's a bit louder when open and also means you can use it in loud mode when in comfort, and is a must have option it seems - right?
- The bucket seats and burmester are a must for me personally, but otherwise nothing stands out as a 'must have' (excluding paint colour/wheel choice) - HUD would be nice, but nothing else I should seek?
- I struggled to find any buyers guides/common problem info, they seem pretty solid and I do very low mileage but how important is a warranty? I did a quote for a 2015 50k car at it was almost £3k per year from MB, given I tend to keep cars around 5 years it means I'd have spent £15k+ on the warranty cover! I can get 3rd party for £120PM but max 5k per claim and I'd assume 3rd party ones might be more hassle with claims. I've never hard a warranty on any car, but my cars have been in the sub 15k price range (currently have a s4 b8 and its been rock solid for 5 years) but feels a bit risky with a 30k+ car not to have a warranty.
- I've read the brakes can be pricey, especially the rears? What is a rough cost for discs and pads (front price and a rear price), £600 fronts £800+ rears?
- Service costs, rough specialist prices for these, I'm assuming £300 for basic service and £600+ for the bigger one? I saw the MB service 'b' included gearbox work, is that needed every 2 years or such? (never had an auto before) I probably do 3k per year but I like to service at 12 month intervals just to keep the oil fresh etc..
- Assume a ghost alarm is a very wise thing to get fitted from the off
Greatly appreciate any replies
