TheInfamousDrew

Hey guys!
Well...yesterday I did something that I never thought I would....
I bought a Merc. lol
I've owned a dozen or so BMWs and Porsches over the past decade. This is my first Merc.
First car with a N/A V8 (other than Cayenne). I've been in turbos for the past 5 years.
Lots of reading and learning to do. (Yes I've seen the FAQ post)


Bought a 2012 C63 AMG w/ Dev Package.
The paperwork is all done and signed, should be picking her up today!
It already has a Eurocharged tune, ROW air boxes, and AFE filters.

First plans:
Smoked side markers
Delete all the chrome!
Wheels

Typically, I do wheels last. Since this already has a decent list of performance mods, I figured I'd do wheels sooner.
Wheels are often my "final nail in the coffin" for cars. Since I do them last, the car is usually complete to me.....then I sell it. lol

Any good sites for OEM parts and aftermarket goodies?
I've always used ECS Tuning or Suncoastparts, etc.


(yes this thread is useless without photos)

TheInfamousDrew

roadkillrob

Congrats, she sounds great - C63 is my first Merc also - ha it about 2 months now and love it - mostly a BMW guy to date and still have a couple, but the Merc fits my lifestyle better than say an M3.

I use ECS a bit - they have a lot of OEM Merc stuff and after market stuff, otherwise check the vendor section on forum also. https://mbworld.org/forums/vendor_directory.php

Welcome!

Rob

TheInfamousDrew

Thanks!

Also, I didn't see any real collection of DIYs anywhere. A few in the FAQ post, but that's it.
I'm a huge DIYer and often look to the forums for guidance.

BLKROKT

I also came from the Porsche Turbo world, so welcome. Honestly, I don't miss my 996 TT one bit. More for the 10yrs advancement in tech than anything else I suppose. They're both exactly the same amount of fast, they just get there in totally different ways. Post pics when you can

TheInfamousDrew

Nice!
I used to have a 2001 996TT, then a 2007 997TT (see sig pic).
Should have never sold the 997TT, that was my "white buffalo".

BLKROKT

Yeah looks nice. I love me some rear engine action. Once you get some mods on the C63 though you won't look back.

Here was my 996TT. Clearly I have a "type" in cars.

TheInfamousDrew

My 2001

TheInfamousDrew

My 2007

AMG3.2

Your 996tt

BLKROKT

Nice! I had the aerokit too and loved it. Really set the car apart.

Maybe I do miss it.... just a little.

TheInfamousDrew

Very nice!
The spoiler on mine was just a knock off GT2 that mounted to the stock rams.

INS1GNIA

Welcome! There are some DIY, searching some on here or in google (example: how to install sidemarkers site:mbworld.org) will help out some also.

Discount places - oediscountparts is a pretty great site, highly recommend for low cost oem items.

Can't wait to see the progress and look forward to pics!

TheInfamousDrew

Awesome, thank you sir!
I was hoping I didn't overlook the DIY thread/section.

Will keep OEDiscountParts in mind when I need oil filters or little things.

Waiting on the dealership to let me know my new tires have been installed.
Then on my way to pick her up!

TheInfamousDrew

A few quick shots from when I picked her up yesterday....

CarHopper

Interesting how many p-turbo transplants find there way here. I had a 996 turbo with a minor amount of work



Welcome to the c63 forum. Although I did just sell mine and about to pick up something with turbo's again I still frequent here. Quite a bit of fun! Enjoy your stay.

roadkillrob

Is that a 997 front end? 996 was the worst looking 911 in my book with those horrific teardrop headlights but your 996 looked great.

rob

black lavender

6speedonline crew unite?!

Congrats on the new ride!

Savage-wp

Congrats on your new ride. I'm sure your going to love the 63.
Your previous Porsches were both very nice

BLKROKT

That's funny. I'm "jimmer23" on there. Who are you?

And Purple, I was thinking the same thing as roadkillrob - did you do a 997 body conversion? Looks hot.

AMG3.2

lol just a little bit of work to get to the 997 front end

TheInfamousDrew

Seems like all of us 996TT people have a trend too...
Black, black wheels, and big spoiler.

Love the 997 front end! I wanted to do that to mine but could never justify the cost.

I'm TheInfamousDrew on all forums.

TheInfamousDrew

Step one half complete....
Delete all the chrome! Not sure how I feel about the hood emblem though.
Also wrapped the door handles in matte black.


All done with Plasti Dip in anthracite grey

CarHopper

Don't want to derail new guys thread too much. Yes, 997 front end but it was also built. Also had some EVOMS work and was in the 700awhp club. Kept it 2 months because I quickly learned how much it actually cost to maintain.

TheInfamousDrew

Very nice! My 997 was around 600awhp. I always do my own maintenance so it wasn't too bad. Spark plugs were a PITA. Took me all of an afternoon each time.