TT C6

http://www.autoweek.com/apps/pbcs.dl.../70116006/1024

TT C6

Now will the C63 have a 4matic option and an automatic transmission?

If so,
sign me up.

C43AMG

AMG is committed to automatics.

Eurocharged Rick

ok, where are you reading your information from? because the link that you posted says "around 450hp" which could mean less than 450hp, not 450+...

and where did you read that there would be a 4matic option for the C63? didn't see that anywhere...

GDawgC220

So it seems they dropped the 6-speed for the C350 and only have a 7-G available. D'oh. 6-speed plus the 3.5L V6 is a nice combo.

m3_eater

With the weight increases, this means a C63 in stock form will STILL be outperformed by a Stage 2+ C32!

Fifth Ring

Read carefully, it sounds like it will NOT make 450 HP. It is a detuned version of the engine that makes 450 HP in other models.

Though not mentioned in materials Mercedes released, AutoWeek has confirmed the company is planning to launch a new C63 AMG model. The replacement for the C55 AMG runs a detuned version of the naturally aspirated 6.2-liter V8 found in all of AMG’s newer models, delivering around 450 hp.

mexicanjester

It doesn't make 450 hp in other models, it makes 500+ hp in other models. Detuning the 6.2 for the C would mean detuning it from 500 and something horsepower, not 450.

ProV1

who cares? it'll still be slower than the BMW M3

amdspitfire

wow thats ugly

Al Bundy

Not Autoweed! You can't trust Autoweed!

EUROTEK//AMG

why? they should a least have manual trans. option ?

Thericker

Even w/amg styling (the rear amg fascia is the only nice piece on the entire car) the rest especially the re-designed Acura TL style head lights, are aweful next to the old design mercedes grill....

AWDman

not sure about that we don't have that sweet 7 speed. a stg 2 car makes power even higher don't think it would be efficiently harnessed.....let's see- i'm looking at the 9/01 r & t test and figured some speed/rpm #s.
gear-rpm on shifting up- max speed in the gear.
1st- 38 mph
2nd- 3680 rpm/ 64 mph
3rd- 3968 rpm 100mph
4th- 4400 rpm 141 mph
5th- 5139 rpm limiter 155 mph or delimited 175 mph at redline. ( a stg 2 will pull to 180 with 265/30-19 rear tires).

i'd like closer clusters say 4000 rpm, 4400 rpm, 5000 rpm, 5500 rpm (you can back into the actual ratios) ...but final would be too short. anyway.....the closer clusters would keep the motor in the powerband..it would be crazy. a shorter rear diff would simulate this to some extent but not quite.

AWDman

never did never will. what folks don't realise is that the big 3 (bmw, mb, audi) carefully segment their cars. i swear there must be collusion at the strategic management level. ...i for one am grateful. what if everyone started building the same car???

amg- comfy automatics, big power
bmw M- hi strung, smg/ or manuals
audi quattro gmbh- awd
for every one of us hotheads on this forum there are 15 middle aged folks, with amgs, totally enjoying the unique package.

it kills me when folks buy a M3 then start fretting about 1/4 mile times....christ- go buy a mitsu 3000gt vr4, drop 10-15k and run 10s.

amgmark

I just have one comment to the haters.. Don't f'ing buy one..

Thanks..

advans

autoweed?

were they like this when they announced it?

amgmark

Can you please explain to me how you see any resemblance between these two cars? because I don't see any.. Here I posted a pic of both for your reference..

Cars are going to look to look more and more alike because of aerodynamics.. it's just smart engineering.. The TL looks like a soccer moms car.. the C is aggressive, and mean looking.. Look at that bumper, the fog lights, mesh grills, dope *** bi-xenons.. I wouldn't look twice at that POS Acura

I think Mercedes is going to have a hit if the w204 handles well.. I am pretty damn interested in buying one just from the pics and vids I've seen.. Bet that monster engine on the C63 will open up nicely with some tuning.. how about adding an SC...

360_iti

Well amgmark, let me speak for him. I could easily found four similarities between the two cars. I could go on and find hundreds of other smilarities if I wanted to, but for a quick explanation, please take a look at the attached picture. W204 clearly without a doubt, is a striking resemblance of Acura TL. Oh, and based on what I've read so far, W204 also mimics Hyundai, Audi, Subaru, Infiniti, Lexus, GL-class, S-class, CL, Chrysler wagon, and.. Honda Accord.

AMG_55

they ****ed up.....

the body should have wider fenders (another inch or 2) the bumper should have side vents (sl55 030,65.....)

and the car need to be lowered like 3in

and those mirrors are hideous

amgmark

Well the C63 has yet to be seen.. I am hoping they go with a widebody but its probably a pipe dream.. I am sure the AMG suspension will be lower..

yes, I agree those mirrors are pretty whack.. I don't get it..

ProV1

w3rd bro. what's with MB and foggie styling and 4x4 ride height. well not surprising b/c avg MB owner is like 70. foggies will complain of stiff suspension.

MB needs to stretch out the fenders like this ****:

amgmark

Coming from someone with an E class?

TT C6

Will the C63 have an AWD option?

What are the chances?

Thericker

thanks for the pic' ref.....seriously guy!! look at the headlight shapes?? there nearly identical, not in size but SHAPE, as well as the grill dimmensions, hood shape, wheel flares, the only thing the Acura doesn't have in common w/new C, is her Dumbo style/sized side mirrors?? hideous!! only thing I like is the AMG rear..sure the front bumper is better than the Acura, but to little to late..

Hopefully the production model engineers will read this thread, and act accordingly..