Is the Suspension Too Harsh?
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Is the Suspension Too Harsh?
I'm considering pulling the trigger on a 2009/2010 C63. I've read lots of reviews and comparos, and it seems the consensus is that the C63 suspension is a bit harsh for daily driving. The M3 generally comes out on top, in part because it's more "comfortable" day-to-day.
Would you guys mind chiming in with your impressions of day-to-day driving in your C63?
Background: At least 80% of my driving is to/from work, nearly all on the 134/101 freeway here in Los Angeles. I currently drive a Volkswagen CC which is quite comfortable to drive, but not particularly sporty. Before that I had a Mazdaspeed 3 which had "sport tuned" suspension. I found the ride perfectly fine, and actually enjoyed the feel of the road.
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Would you guys mind chiming in with your impressions of day-to-day driving in your C63?
Background: At least 80% of my driving is to/from work, nearly all on the 134/101 freeway here in Los Angeles. I currently drive a Volkswagen CC which is quite comfortable to drive, but not particularly sporty. Before that I had a Mazdaspeed 3 which had "sport tuned" suspension. I found the ride perfectly fine, and actually enjoyed the feel of the road.
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I use mine as a DD as well. My commute is approx 100km each way. I dont find the ride to be harsh at all. It is actually quite comfortable and the power the C63 has makes the commute enjoyable.
also, if you are worried about harshness, stick with the oem wheels or pick 18" aftermarket options
also, if you are worried about harshness, stick with the oem wheels or pick 18" aftermarket options
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The negative reviews that you have read about usually involve cars with the P30 Performance package. That suspension is unnecessarily harsh.
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... I thought the M3 is worse than the c63 as far as harshness goes?
As far as performance cars go the suspension of the c63 is perfect blend for daily and sport driving.
As far as performance cars go the suspension of the c63 is perfect blend for daily and sport driving.
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My C63 feels very similar to my previous E92 M3 with EDC set to normal. I think cars pre-2012 with the P30 package are stiffer, however. It is perfectly fine for DD duty unless you like a car that feels like a Lexus.
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i also use mine as a daily driver, drive 100+ miles everyday and although a lil harsh, u will actually be glad it had the stiff suspension for when u wanna go nuts, that said. i think its perfect, fung's advice on keeping the 18s is ur best bet for not feeling its harshness so much
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So I gather a c63 without that package will be slightly less firm
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Well as much as I'd love to have a C63, my big heavy car makes me smile everyday and it smokes 99% of the cars in the road. It also handles very well for its size, with the right tires and alignment!
I drove almost 19hrs straight in that car (Miami to NYC) and my back didn't even hurt!!! I even got a free massage!
I drove almost 19hrs straight in that car (Miami to NYC) and my back didn't even hurt!!! I even got a free massage!
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In 10 the package changed to the P31 with +30hp, red calipers, forged internals and others but the stiff suspension was dropped based on customer feedback.
Up till early 09 many P30 cars had bits and pieces of the performance package until stock levels met demand.
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I have an 09 with the P30 and on bumpy roads the suspension is a bit harsh but not unbearable. I commute about 50 miles daily in my car and I'm fine although sometimes I do wish the car had adjustable suspension for when I don't want to drive aggressively.
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Its harsh if you compare it to a comfy S class or CLS. lol
I daily drive mine (I'm on the 134/101 fwy most of the time as well) and I have no complaints at all.
I daily drive mine (I'm on the 134/101 fwy most of the time as well) and I have no complaints at all.
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If things go right, I'll see you out there soon in my C63 :-)
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I daily drive my C63 50 miles each way to work. I love it, very comfy. My Evo I had before this car on coilovers, now that was harsh...
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Awesome responses, guys. Thanks so much.
Judging by the intelligent and respectful posts in this thread, it may be time to get out of my VW AND get the hell out of the VWVortex forums
Judging by the intelligent and respectful posts in this thread, it may be time to get out of my VW AND get the hell out of the VWVortex forums
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