newtrita

I went to my local dealership yesterday and they have a 507 sitting in their showroom. I was going to get warranty for my car because I'm about to run out. That's 4000$ from mb for 3 years and also I need to change my rotors and pads fairly soon. So I asked myself should I just get a new one ? Sticker price was 86 they said they would do 82+ tax so it's 90 out the door. Considering my car has 45k miles and I need to put so much money into it, I'm thinking of an upgrade. I think the rotors and pads would cost a lot so it seems more logical to just go with a newer model.
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KIS007

Would you trade your current 63 in? If so, how much will they give you? Are you financing your current 63? If so, how much time do you have left? And what is your buy out now? Your current cost of money versus cost of money for 507? Not to be difficult, but these are all needed to give an informed opinion. Now if you want a new ride, and can afford it, then screw the analysis......

newtrita

My c63 fully paid off have pink in hand ^^

KIS007

OP, it is usually the smartest financial decision to drive your paid for vehicle until the wheels fall off. Having said that, life is short and if you can afford to change and get pleasure from a new vehicle, then I would do it. I like the face lifted 63's, but if all you want is more excitement I would look at a tune.

CarHopper

I started writing up a post about how much less tax you'd have to pay and decided to look up cali and your state sucks... You don't get a tax break on the trade in value of your car? That is crap.

Anywho, I would hold out. Honestly, with the new C-amg right around the corner I'd wait for that. It almost sounds like you're trying to talk yourself into it by saying you have this maintenance coming, but is it a 100% must or is it you just trying to talk yourself into the car? You can just save money now for a bigger down payment on the new c-amg instead of spending that money on a 507 which is like a hood, tune, wheels, and some cf bits.

On the other hand, you can always just trade in the 507 if you like what the new c has to offer and if you don't like it then at least you have a 507.

Ingenieur

if the decision is financially based it makes absolutely no sense...
to buy a new car (similar to the old) because of POTENTIAL warranty and the usual maintenance issues?

if you have more money than sense then what does it matter?

newtrita

The thing is guys I love the monstrosity of this engine and I would like to keep this car as much as possible and what better way than buying a fresh one where as mine has 45k miles. Mercedes isn't going to do the same mistake they did with the engines of these cars not all amgs will have the same engine anymore, so might as well get the last naturally aspirated 6.2l in the market. I'm pretty much sold on the new car it's just what they would give me in trade for my car.

PS my car has euro charged v4 tune h pipe, and coils. It's not that I'm bored of the car but I just don't think having this car up 100k miles is good.
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Ingenieur

what year is your car?
45k isn't high mileage
did you buy it new?

newtrita

Its 2009 bought it as CPO
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Ingenieur

sounds like you won't hit 100k for at least 5 years?

you will take a bit hit on your car

this doesn't make any sense

m a x i m u s

if you can afford it and plan to keep it for a while, and you are in love with the 6.2, I'd get the 507. like you say, it'll have about 45k less miles on it.

abcut973

Some of your points do not make sense. You are saying you don't see yourself driving your sedan until 100k miles. In another you're saying you want the last available 6.2 N/A engines which means if you buy this 507 you intend to keep it forever like 100k miles + ?
The forthcoming maintenance you have do not justify the swap. Brakes could be done for 2k$ or so with aftermarket parts (good quality ones) or a bit less if you buy OEM parts online (if you don't have P30 it's less expensive). Stealership brake job is ridiculous (around 6k$). Don't buy this crap!
I think you are using this as an excuse to get a new car. I can understand, you went to MB, saw the car and fell in love some how. I'll say if you can afford it and if you don't get robbed for your trade in then go for it! GL

By the way your car is an 09 CPO so your warranty should be valid for at least one more year if I'm not wrong ?

Ezec63

It seems your really pushing to get the new 507 so i say go for it !!! Life is to short enjoy it and like you said the 507 will be the last of the great N/A M156. The new turbo cars will no doubt be faster but if you enjoy it for its rawness/sound/power delivery go for it ! Also you have a pre facelift now so you get to enjoy the improvements from your current car which includes IMO much better interior, and the special 507 alcantara interior/steering wheel, IMO much better sports car transmission MCT which is more responsive with great shifting speeds, and the improvements they made to all the suspension/chassis bits.

zibby43

I say go for the 507.

It will basically be a new car for you because it looks like you will be going from pre-LCI to LCI.

Post pics after you get it.

OC6.3AMG

IMO just go for the 507 (if you can afford it, then why not?). Life is too short and a C63 ownership has ABSOLUTELY nothing to do with logic. If you wanna crunch numbers, then your best bet would be a bus pass.

I do however advise you to get rid of your C63 yourself. Sell private party or to carmax as personally I've had very bad experiences with dealership appraisals on trade ins, especially when those sharks smell the fact that your car is paid off.

If you're buying cash, I saw a 507 on eBay for $73K in TX with 3,800 miles. Call up the guy and offer him $62-65K. Chances are that they raped whoever traded it in and dealer probably picked it up for $55-57K.

http://www.ebay.com/itm/Mercedes-Benz-C-Class-C63-AMG-COUPE-EDITION-507-MERCEDES-BENZ-C63-AMG-EDITION-507-507HP-NAVIGATION-/201007418036?forcerrptr=true&hash=item2eccf9cab4&item=201007418036&pt=US_Cars_Trucks
Good luck!

newtrita

Yeah I saw that one It looks real nice but I hate white leather :P It gets dirty so quick, and the one at my dealer is just the way I would like it to be I will go on monday to TAKE a look at the car and hopefully just a look. I'll let you guys know if I end up picking it up later
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abcut973

That car does not have lighting package nor CF trim hence the price.

jvanbrecht

If you are worries about longevity, mine is also an 09, and I am at a little over 90k at the moment. Runs fine. I do the maintenance myself, so it is not as bad as taking it to the dealer.

as others have said, if you want a new car, no reason to ask for justification, if you are financially secure and can afford it, then do it. No matter what anyone else things, it is your life.

NellyRod

It seems this isn't about money at all. You love the car, and want to upgrade without losing the M156 engine. I respect that. If you're willing to spend $90k on a 507, maybe a used BS is also an option, unless you absolutely want a sedan.

Yeah, we can go back and forth about how much better the new C AMG will be performance wise, but sometimes it's about more than just the numbers.

I say 507 or BS. Either way you'll enjoy it.

CPD SLK

Don't be impulsive. Wait for the new C AMG You'll be happy you did. Til then, enjoy your current ride

newtrita

So I checked the car today and put a hold on it. I will think about it over Christmas. Maybe another Christmas gift :P

Dogtag114

If you have money to burn, sure.

If you have other important events to fund, wedding, college, etc. then it's not the best money choice.

For me, it will take a real dream car to buy new again. You save big bucks by letting some else pay the first 2-3 years of depreciation.

Roswell

You will get hit hard on the trade-in value my friend... trust me.

I went to the dealership for fun, and they offered me 40k$CAN for my 2010 AMG with 9k km fully loaded & fully modified (minus the HRE) in exchange for the 507... I told them no thx. LOL

zibby43

That's gorgeous. You didn't tell us it was Mars Red. Or did you?

In any event, buy that beast!

edwardsflight33

Saw a Mars Red 507 coupe today parked outside my work...didn't realize the seats were different from coupe to sedan. The red and black accents looks great; much sportier.

Tough call on what to do. That 6.2L will be a tough addiction to break.