Spy Shots: Mercedes-Benz C63 AMG Coupe Black Series so hot we'd like to bag it up
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CLK costed over 100 because it was based on CLK... which is E-class today. C is price about 15-20k below E, so I suppose it should be in 80-90k range. Which is too close to GTR, R8 and other supercars territory.
So there:
1. If you buy a regular C63, whenever you see a BS, you'll feel... like you didn't quite get what you wanted...
2. If you decide to buy BS... you're not getting as much performance for your money as you might think... there are quite a few cars that will probably be as fast or faster than BS and offer more exclusivity at or close to that price. GTR, R8, some Jags and Porsches... 100k+ C-class just doesn't cut it, AMG or not...
So there:
1. If you buy a regular C63, whenever you see a BS, you'll feel... like you didn't quite get what you wanted...
2. If you decide to buy BS... you're not getting as much performance for your money as you might think... there are quite a few cars that will probably be as fast or faster than BS and offer more exclusivity at or close to that price. GTR, R8, some Jags and Porsches... 100k+ C-class just doesn't cut it, AMG or not...
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CLK costed over 100 because it was based on CLK... which is E-class today. C is price about 15-20k below E, so I suppose it should be in 80-90k range. Which is too close to GTR, R8 and other supercars territory.
So there:
1. If you buy a regular C63, whenever you see a BS, you'll feel... like you didn't quite get what you wanted...
2. If you decide to buy BS... you're not getting as much performance for your money as you might think... there are quite a few cars that will probably be as fast or faster than BS and offer more exclusivity at or close to that price. GTR, R8, some Jags and Porsches... 100k+ C-class just doesn't cut it, AMG or not...
So there:
1. If you buy a regular C63, whenever you see a BS, you'll feel... like you didn't quite get what you wanted...
2. If you decide to buy BS... you're not getting as much performance for your money as you might think... there are quite a few cars that will probably be as fast or faster than BS and offer more exclusivity at or close to that price. GTR, R8, some Jags and Porsches... 100k+ C-class just doesn't cut it, AMG or not...
And if you drive an '06 CLK500 you feel like a loser everytime you get pumped by a C63 that was 10K less and feel like you shoulda saved your money to get the BS???
R8's and Jags cant even keep up with normal C63's....exclusivity is not just about price...its also about limited production and rarity
GTR walks on $300,000 cars but that doesnt stop people from buying those cars
Last edited by callmiro; 04-08-2011 at 05:05 PM.
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Nope, not at all. It was the range topper for regular MB at that time. AMG is essentially the whole new car brand. C63 to C63 BS is like C300 to C350. I always want the top model in model line. I know for many it's no an issue, but for me it is.
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Top model in your model line for 2006 was a CLK55...no matter how you justify driving your car....
Black Series is a limited edition brand monster built for enthusiasts... It's not just an engine tune or just a body kit....no matter what model....
School yourself before you make
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(ie C63 to C63 BS is like C300 to C350)...we need to add this to the "Funniest phrases/questions you've heard about your car" thread
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Last edited by callmiro; 04-08-2011 at 08:08 PM.
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Black Series is a limited edition brand monster built for enthusiasts... It's not just an engine tune or just a body kit....no matter what model....
School yourself before you make
analogies
School yourself before you make
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Here is the link to the top gear episode with the CLK BS...
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TEKd1...eature=related
What a car!!
I can't wait to see the new C-AMG BLACK SERIES!!!![bow](https://mbworld.org/forums/images/smilies/bowdown.gif)
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TEKd1...eature=related
What a car!!
I can't wait to see the new C-AMG BLACK SERIES!!!
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"This statement goes both ways. C63 can bee seen as a limited edition brand monster built for enthusiasts too, just less powerful, with 2 more seats. The BS doesn't fly, is not made of alien materials, and it doesn't give you eternal life, it's just more (or less) of everything, a top model in range. So don't try to be so arrogant in your ignorance. If I was looking to buy me some AMG now, it would be BS now that I've seen it. If you can buy a 70k car, you should be able to buy a 90k car just fine (unless BS will cost way more than that, which I will be surprise if it does).[/quote]"
You must be smokin the devil's lettuce if you think a C63 BS is gonna be $90k
CLK63 was about $80K and a Black was $135 at least....
Move along now....
You must be smokin the devil's lettuce if you think a C63 BS is gonna be $90k
CLK63 was about $80K and a Black was $135 at least....
Move along now....
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Anyone have a speculation of whats hidden under the tape beneath the rear spoiler?? Something speed and brake activated would be interesting.....
I contacted the AMG Personal Liaison Mgr at MB Canada yesterday to ask to have my name added to any wait list. He was happy to oblige but could not say 100% if the BS would make the Canadian market. Time will tell.
I contacted the AMG Personal Liaison Mgr at MB Canada yesterday to ask to have my name added to any wait list. He was happy to oblige but could not say 100% if the BS would make the Canadian market. Time will tell.
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Anyone have a speculation of whats hidden under the tape beneath the rear spoiler?? Something speed and brake activated would be interesting.....
I contacted the AMG Personal Liaison Mgr at MB Canada yesterday to ask to have my name added to any wait list. He was happy to oblige but could not say 100% if the BS would make the Canadian market. Time will tell.
I contacted the AMG Personal Liaison Mgr at MB Canada yesterday to ask to have my name added to any wait list. He was happy to oblige but could not say 100% if the BS would make the Canadian market. Time will tell.
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if they put some sort of air brake like the SLS and SLR, that would be amazing and would make it command a ~$120k price. even an "active" spoiler like the RS5 has would be welcome.
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If it is 120 K, I would also want electronic LSD, carbon ceramic, 19", bigger rear tires, get rid of rear seats, and more carbon fibressssssssssssss