winks911

Not sure how many of you seen this?










New Mercedes C-Class AMG Spotted
Posted on November 7, 2005 at 9:20 AM CST
New Mercedes C55 C63 AMG Spotted

Are you tired of the measly 363 horsepower C55 AMG? Do you sit cowering in the corner at night worried that BMW's upcoming M3 will run circles around your poor little C-Class?

If rumors are true, you may soon be able to rest a little easier. Autocar has captured what are believed to be photos of an upcoming Mercedes C63 AMG. Yes, that's right... no more puny 5.5-Liter 363 horsepower V8 producing 376 lb-ft of torque; real men want an earth-bending 6.3-Liter 510 horsepower V8 producing 465 lb-ft of torque.

What this means in plain English: this car will be fast, very fast.

Now before you get your hopes up, I must warn you - Autocar is also reporting the C63 probably won't be scheduled for series production. It will, however, be produced in limited numbers, for 'preferred' customers.

What this means in plain English: you gotta be rich, very rich.

Oh well, I guess that exludes me. You know, I could always opt for the 2.5-Liter 201 horsepower C230, throw a C63 badge on it, and tell everyone I'm too cool to drive fast... or not.

As always, stay tuned and we'll keep you updated if we get any more details on the C63.

tw2

I was under the impression that Mercedes would always do custom orders for lots of $$$. Pick a chassis and engine and they will make it happen.

Accidental L8 apex

Posted November 7, 2005, so where's the news?

Most likely, a spy pic of the Black Series long since replaced.

maverik259

it was a European model and I believe a pace car but that's about it. Talked about a bit on the forum...

///AchMeinGott

It was in November 2005, the C55 was already well underway. Sounds to me like it was indeed a C63 prototype, considering those fender flares.