sabredog

looking at some used c63's and some of the sellers dont describe the options well. new to this, thanks

kgmuse

look for red calipers to start with. if you get the vin, contact your local MB parts dept, they'll be able to decipher quickly. good luck with the hunt.

sabredog

Thanks kg, what would I ask the parts dept. ? "Can you tell me if this has the development package ?"I'm torn between a c63 and a ctsv, thanks again

kgmuse

just see if they can run the vin and tell all you need to know. their parts catalog breaks down the PR Codes associated with the build.

sabredog

Great thanks

Valvestud

Post your VIN and I can respond with a Datacard.
Regards,
Joe

zcct04

+1. Lots of used car dealers don't even know what they've got. The best way to confirm is to do a VIN check as it will list the development package as an option. You can get free access yourself (works only for US models) or ask for help here on the site.

If the seller has good photos, look for red brake calipers, a black rear spoiler and an alcantera-covered steering wheel. None of those is a sure bet, but they're all pretty good indicators. More importantly, if any of them are absent, it is certainly NOT a car with the development package.

dubzAMG

+1 Also look for the grey intake manifold

sabredog

thanks guys. I cant wait to get the go ahead from the wife. may be a while. second son starting college next year.i'll keep the info in mind