gometz

Hey everyone, sorry but it's another one of those posts. I am looking at buying a 2008 C63 with about 70k miles on it. I love the car and the engine especially.

However, recently I have begun reading more about the issues with the M156 engine and the lawsuit, but I'm not sure what to make of it.

So far from reading the forums it seems like a very small number of people are having the issues. How many of you have higher mileage (50k+) C63's, and are you having any issues?

Are there any clear signs I should look for before buying the car that it may be having issues?

Thanks ahead of time!

EDIT: a little more information about the car from the CarFax Report shows that the radio, engine mounts and stabilizer bar links were all replaced already. Is this a good thing or a sign of trouble?

mthis

I have a 08 with 50k on the clock and it's been modded since 12k running like a tank.

Merc63

60K KM beat on since day one, no problems. Runs like a champ.

I dont see any problems with those fixes. Not sure why the mounts would be going already, but at least u will have new ones.

Fung63

You have to put things into perspective too. The 'issue' isn't really that widespread. If it was, MB would've done a full recall already. so chances are the 08 C63 you are looking at will be fine.

Since you are in love with the engine, car, everything about the C63... go buy it and enjoy the rest of the summer with it It is an absolute joy to drive. And i use mine as a DD

Guilty

Depends how much you're paying for it

Zeee_Q

Assuming the head bolt issue doesn't come up and the car has been properly maintained, you should be fine for a while. The AMG engines are very well built and reliable if you look past the head bolt issue. And based on the high mileage, the car probably was driven mostly on the freeway so there shouldn't be much abuse on the car.

If you are buying it at a Mercedes dealership, ask if they were the ones that performed the repair and if so, what prompted the repair.

Guilty

Sorry but this the stupidest thing I've ever heard!!!! How can you say that there wasn't much abuse on the car based on the mileage? Doesn't make any freaking sense!

I do 2500 miles a month with my car, mostly city driving. I don't think that any other CL was ever abused the way I'm treating my car!

bollcosett

The 'issue' isn't really that widespread

JCH

48k on my 09. No issues except the inability to drive by gas stations without stopping.

I do not however plan to keep it after the warranty expires at 75k.

SheryarYO

I'm curious as to what price you'd be buying it at. I bought my '08 with about 66.5k miles on it mid may and will officially be going past 70k miles tomorrow. i've only had the car a couple months, but haven't had any problems whatsoever.

also, it might be a coincidence, but the guy that i bought the car from literally only used it all as highway miles going from md to nj back and forth over the years. he never reset the "After Reset" trip meter thing and it had all 66k miles on there with an average of 19.6 mpg so it pretty much verified that story.

BK63amg

Call me paranoid but I'd be VERY wary of buying a car like this out of warranty. The potential costs for repairs/maintenance are pretty significant.

Pufftrees

You can look into a 3rd party warranty if you are concerned. I frankly wouldn't own a benz without one but I know plenty of people who don't have one and never had an issue.

gometz

thanks for all the responses, I will be driving to Dallas tomorrow to get it!
( as long as there are no issues I find)

I am paying just shy of $36k.

gometz

I had a 3rd party warranty on my BMW, cost me $1000, but once the payout got to $800, they would deny claims. Turns out the contract included a clause that all complains must be resolved through them and with an attorney, and I didn't have the time or energy to go after them.

Both my parents have 2008 and 2009 Mercedes and didn't have any issues yet (my dad's E550 is the same situation as the C63, a lease that went over on miles).

As a 25 year old, I plan on keeping this car for a LONG time. I need to start saving for a house, engagement ring and wedding in the next 3-4 years, so I will be keeping this car as my baby. It will be a while until I can afford to spend this much on a car again (even with raises and promotions, though let's hope I make it to the 15% bonus range this year!).

Paculdo

good luck.. nice looking car (that is, if it's the same car that i've seen posted in the web)..

gometz

http://www.texasimportsales.com/web/...Texas/1043072/

If it is this one, then yes (pretty sure it's the only C63 for $36k right now)

EDIT: oh and thanks, I've been annoying people because I can't stop talking about it. the 6.2L M156 has been one of my favorite engines for years. I can't wait to have it in my garage, waiting to take it out to tear up the streets.

Fung63

GL with the purchase. the C63 is truly a dream to drive.

Paculdo

yup... that's the one.. ;-)

SheryarYO

i actually saw that exact same car going for about 41k-42k just a few months ago. guess they got tired of it just sitting there...glad you're getting it for a good price.

gometz

Ya, I think the NADA and KBB are a bit higher. I was expecting to look for one once I got my raise and bonus next year, but when this came up, I did some math and it worked out, figured why wait? Like I said, I plan on keeping it for a long time, I've test driven a few and it was the only Mercedes that matches up the a BMW driving style.

gometz

By the way, once I get the car, I plan on spending a lot of time on this forum. I'm especially on seeing if 275's or 295's fit on the car, not to mention the best tuning. This will be my long term weekend car.

Thanks everyone for the help so far!

vmx128

Good luck! I had a 2010 Steel Gray. Great color! Looks like this one has Sahara Beige leather that my 2011 has. I love it!!

Btw, there is no way you'll be able to (safely) put 295s on this car. 275s are just about the biggest you can go without rubbing or significantly affecting handling. I think 265s are perfect on this car (I had this size on my 2010). I may try 275 Michelin Super Sports when my OEM tires are gone.

SheryarYO

not to thread jack...but can you put 275's on the OEM rims? if so, how does that work?

vmx128

Yes, you can. There are a lot of threads in this forum that go into the details. Gives you more traction, but it will affect the handling a bit. Most of us don't drive the car at it's limits especially when cornering, so it may not affect you much. Lack of traction when launching the car is one of the biggest problems our cars have.

gometz

No problem, I was wondering that myself.