Riceater

I have a couple of complaints about the GT-R, just from the brief experience I've had with them..

1. Door handles - wtf? I actually dislike the GTR door handles. They're just awkward and feel cheap. Maybe it'd take some getting used to but getting in one my first time, I noticed this immediately.

2. The seats were definitely higher up than most performance cars but my main complaint was the cloth. Why can't it just be leather all around? Again, felt kind of cheap to me.

The 08-11 C63 models definitely needed some improvement in the interior but I feel like their interior is definitely a step up from the GT-R. More of a sporty luxury feel rather than just a bare bones performance car like the GTR.

- GTR wins in performance/practicality though with AWD.
- C63 nicer interior
- GTR looks slightly better but both look amazing.
- C63 and GTR both sound good so that's really hard to choose one over the other. I may be partial to the C63 though.. something ominous about a V8 luxury car.

With all that being said.... At this moment in time, I'd buy a 2012 C63 Coupe over any GTR. I've always loved the GTR but holy cow.. they've really stepped it up on the interior and the looks with the new models. Perfect mix of class and an aggressive sporty look. Blah.. drooling just talking about it.

melmanc55

+1 He's trying to bait a response...

Djovovic63

Did I say I care if it does? I am just saying Nissan is piece of crap. And it looks, feels and is like that in almost every single way -- TO ME.

You are right to a degree... I like owning a badge. But I will tell you, that you are full of ****e if you think I am going to believe that you dont care who makes the car, but only how it performs? You have a mercedes and a bimmer and your saying that...HAHA come on man dont be bulls...ing me. If that was really true you wouldnt be driving what you drive. Its not as if you couldnt buy something better for less money...like tuned impreza or whatever....

You mate ....I am afraid I cant even call you gay...how low can you go man??...not much lower then you already r willing to go, trust me=)

HAHA. I hope KIA builds a really good car, one that you will enjoy much more then MB. Meanwhile I m gonna stick with MB...to hell if I wouldnt rather drive 1980 MB then any kia on the market right now.

BK63amg

^^^^ignorance epitomized.

gthal

I own a Hyundai now (it's an SUV) and my car before the BMW was an Infiniti G37 (had two of them). I buy cars that I like from a looks and performance perspective and I honestly don't care about brand all that much. I was looking at the new Mustang GT too but couldn't get over the interior. It just so happens I like the performance, looks and interior of the M3 and now a C63. My point is that if you can't get past the Nissan "badge" relative to the GT-R, that is a little sad because there is no one who would condem you for driving a lowly "Nissan" GT-R As a matter of fact, you would likely get MUCH more positive attention than from driving a C63 if that is what mattered.

Djovovic63

I actually realize that I would turn more heads with GTR. But it sure wouldnt turn my head. I was being a little bit sarcastic, but in general I do like having a car that performs well and is built with nice interior, but at the end of the day it also matters a lot whether its a Mercedes or Nissan.

IAA-C63

Just keep in mind that the GT-R is unlike any other Nissan, present or past. They deployed every ounce of engineering expertise they could in designing the car, to show the world what they're capable of. The results speak for themselves.

That said, the wife and I recently picked up a Cayman R, and you guys should check that out if you want to experience what a pure sports car is all about.

arctichaze

F355C5

Trading my 2009 GTR with 18000 miles tomorrow for a 2012 C63 coupe.
The ride in the GTR is just too harsh for me after 3 years. The fastest car I will ever own and the most attention you will get. Not as much fun as my F355 ,but I am sad to see it go. The C63 better be one hell of a car.

Djovovic63

I m gonna get the C63 BS. That is for sure much more attractive then the GTR.

Jean Valjean

Wow, great to see another F355 and C63 owner. I was curious about your screename. Youwill love the C63. I truly enjoy driving both of these machines, because they are very different. The ride in the C63 is actually a lot firmer than the F355. After driving the C63, the F355 suspension feels soft. I have the 19 inch European Multispokes on the C63 and the F355 has the stock 18's on it, so maybe this also contributes to the somewhat softer feel. My F355 is a traditional gated manual as compared to the modern slush box C63 paddle shifters. The F355 is the funnest and best sounding F-car out there, but I honestly think I'm faster in the AMG. in the F-car I roll with the windows down to get full orgasmic sound effect, in the C63 I have the Satelite radio chill station playing on the Harmon Kardon with the heated seats and aircon on simultaneously. Both do 8:13 at the Nurburgring.

F355C5

Never felt the ride was harsh in the F355. GTR is another story = rock hard.
Going to the dealship in 2 hours and I miss the car already. I loved the look of the GTR, C63 looks mild and tame compared to both F355 and GTR. Hope for good times ahead.

hyperion667

that car may be fast, but it looks like a chevy cobalt in the back! LOL!!!

ZHOUND

I drove a 2012 GTR. If you liked the 09 you'll be blown away by the improvements in the new car. The ride is also 10% softer from previous years. The ride has to be pretty rough compared to any benz but thats because the GTR needs it. And they have that launch control spot on. There is nothing on the road like this car. I want one so bad now.