2012 Edition 1 Coupe vs. 2012 TT PP e63...Which would you rather have?
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2012 Edition 1 Coupe vs. 2012 TT PP e63...Which would you rather have?
Hey guys, I posed this question awhile back and have narrowed it down to 2 specific cars.
A 2012 CPO C63 Edition One coupe with 7,700 miles or a 2012 CPO E63 w/Performance Package with 26k miles. Both are mid $70k. C63 was over $80k new and e63 was over $108k new.
They are both very similar in price. Obviously the e63 has taken a huge hit due to the miles and the fact the new E is coming out later this year. The Edition One is an awesome car. Only 100 made. It's loaded and the matte black paint allures me. The e63 with the performance package and as we know, the TT V8 would be a BEAST with a tune.
I know everyone has their reasons on C vs. E, but I wanted everyone's opinion on which seems like the better deal. On the e63, I'm leary of a car with that many miles. Mainly, having to buy new rotors around the 50k mark. So within 2 years of owning the car, I'd be shelling out an additional $5k plus for new rotors and pads.
I'd appreciate your feedback. Thanks!
A 2012 CPO C63 Edition One coupe with 7,700 miles or a 2012 CPO E63 w/Performance Package with 26k miles. Both are mid $70k. C63 was over $80k new and e63 was over $108k new.
They are both very similar in price. Obviously the e63 has taken a huge hit due to the miles and the fact the new E is coming out later this year. The Edition One is an awesome car. Only 100 made. It's loaded and the matte black paint allures me. The e63 with the performance package and as we know, the TT V8 would be a BEAST with a tune.
I know everyone has their reasons on C vs. E, but I wanted everyone's opinion on which seems like the better deal. On the e63, I'm leary of a car with that many miles. Mainly, having to buy new rotors around the 50k mark. So within 2 years of owning the car, I'd be shelling out an additional $5k plus for new rotors and pads.
I'd appreciate your feedback. Thanks!
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For me I like the coupe as I am ordering one right now. But thinking with financial cap on E63 makes more sense you get a 100k car for mid 70s and you get a lot more car for your money.
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Thanks for the comments guys. My concern was more about the financial aspect of each car. Which car would be set up to loose more money through depreciation and maintenance (i.e. new Rotors on e63)? The C63 hasn't taken much of a hit and the dealer considers it "premium" inventory because its an Edition 1. On the other hand, the e63 has taken a huge hit so that makes it sound like the better deal but obviously the miles make it a huge turn off for buyers. The CPO gives you the warranty to 100k miles, so that part of it is covered. I'd hate to buy the e63 and then in a few months when the 2014 E comes out, have it take a big hit and I'm already in a huge hole a few months after buying the car.
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Personally i'd stick with the C63 just because it'll handle tighter than the E63. The way i look at it is C63(gocart) and E63(boat). Yes the TT is very appealing but the C is more tossable.
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C63 ... E classes are pretty ugly, CLS on other hand no question.
Xtyper a member here went from an E to a C. He posted his reasons here. Test drive both and pick one like everyone else does too.
Xtyper a member here went from an E to a C. He posted his reasons here. Test drive both and pick one like everyone else does too.
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Thanks for your opinion. I've driven both cars. That's not really my question.
My question is which has more financial risk at the moment. I don't want to buy one or the other and take a bath in the near future. They both appeal to me equally. So that is my tie break. I realize that both cars will continue to depreciate (probably somewhat significantly) but I was just curious which would take a bigger hit with the e63 already taking a bigger hit but has a new model coming out later in the year. So would that mean it would be worth even significantly less in 5 months?
My question is which has more financial risk at the moment. I don't want to buy one or the other and take a bath in the near future. They both appeal to me equally. So that is my tie break. I realize that both cars will continue to depreciate (probably somewhat significantly) but I was just curious which would take a bigger hit with the e63 already taking a bigger hit but has a new model coming out later in the year. So would that mean it would be worth even significantly less in 5 months?
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Thanks for your opinion. I've driven both cars. That's not really my question.
My question is which has more financial risk at the moment. I don't want to buy one or the other and take a bath in the near future. They both appeal to me equally. So that is my tie break. I realize that both cars will continue to depreciate (probably somewhat significantly) but I was just curious which would take a bigger hit with the e63 already taking a bigger hit but has a new model coming out later in the year. So would that mean it would be worth even significantly less in 5 months?
My question is which has more financial risk at the moment. I don't want to buy one or the other and take a bath in the near future. They both appeal to me equally. So that is my tie break. I realize that both cars will continue to depreciate (probably somewhat significantly) but I was just curious which would take a bigger hit with the e63 already taking a bigger hit but has a new model coming out later in the year. So would that mean it would be worth even significantly less in 5 months?
You're not gonna find another '12 E63 with a performance pack in the low 70's (cuz of the higher miles). The orignal owner took the wash on the sticker and the trade, so he took care of your depreciation. Not sure how much of an impact the '14's will have on prices but getting into that car in the low 70's is pretty awesome. Get them to throw in an extended warranty and you're safe across the board.
The C63 will tank harder...paying mid 70's for a CPO '12 C63 is way too much (Sticker on a Performance Pack with LSD '13 is $72,900). The E63 is the deal here.
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Both will take a bath. I know its tough to hear (I think the same way...how can I have my cake and eat it too?)
Honestly if you like the C and depreciation is a major concern, you're better off finding another one thats better priced.
The E is going to tank too...it took it's initial hit, but you need to factor in how much youre going to drive, how long you will keep it, etc. If you put 20k on that car in 2 years, you all of a sudden have an outdated AMG nearly out of warranty with almost 50k on it...do a search on the same car now and how much its going for and that will give you an idea of the kind of hit you're going to take...it isn't pretty either.
Honestly if you like the C and depreciation is a major concern, you're better off finding another one thats better priced.
The E is going to tank too...it took it's initial hit, but you need to factor in how much youre going to drive, how long you will keep it, etc. If you put 20k on that car in 2 years, you all of a sudden have an outdated AMG nearly out of warranty with almost 50k on it...do a search on the same car now and how much its going for and that will give you an idea of the kind of hit you're going to take...it isn't pretty either.
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Both will take a bath. I know its tough to hear (I think the same way...how can I have my cake and eat it too?)
Honestly if you like the C and depreciation is a major concern, you're better off finding another one thats better priced.
The E is going to tank too...it took it's initial hit, but you need to factor in how much youre going to drive, how long you will keep it, etc. If you put 20k on that car in 2 years, you all of a sudden have an outdated AMG nearly out of warranty with almost 50k on it...do a search on the same car now and how much its going for and that will give you an idea of the kind of hit you're going to take...it isn't pretty either.
Honestly if you like the C and depreciation is a major concern, you're better off finding another one thats better priced.
The E is going to tank too...it took it's initial hit, but you need to factor in how much youre going to drive, how long you will keep it, etc. If you put 20k on that car in 2 years, you all of a sudden have an outdated AMG nearly out of warranty with almost 50k on it...do a search on the same car now and how much its going for and that will give you an idea of the kind of hit you're going to take...it isn't pretty either.
I have been researching. But in my opinion, it's tough to compare 2010's and 2011's because it isn't apples to apples. Those cars are less desirable because they do not have the TT V8. The 2014 isn't changing motors, only changing bodies. I guess one could argue that could effect the deprecation in a similar manner though. Fair point to consider.
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You're not gonna find another '12 E63 with a performance pack in the low 70's (cuz of the higher miles). The orignal owner took the wash on the sticker and the trade, so he took care of your depreciation. Not sure how much of an impact the '14's will have on prices but getting into that car in the low 70's is pretty awesome. Get them to throw in an extended warranty and you're safe across the board.
The C63 will tank harder...paying mid 70's for a CPO '12 C63 is way too much (Sticker on a Performance Pack with LSD '13 is $72,900). The E63 is the deal here.
The C63 will tank harder...paying mid 70's for a CPO '12 C63 is way too much (Sticker on a Performance Pack with LSD '13 is $72,900). The E63 is the deal here.
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Not concerned with miles, rather with years. If the car in-serviced in 2011 - even with CPO it expires what, 2016/2017? Selling 2 years from now means 1-2yrs max left on warranty, or even less depending on in service. If thats the case, will be factored in to price, especially with 50k on the clock. Check the 2009/2010's, will be a good reference +/- $5k given the variables.
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As an Edition 1 owner, I'm not sure much about resale value since I'm currently leasing mine but all things equal, the C63 is my choice. I was in the same exact boat about a year ago. I had the opportunity to lease my Edition 1 C63 or a 2012 E63 both for about $1000 per month. I drove both and decided to go with the C63 even though the sticker on the E63 was $15k more. It just felt faster, more responsive, more fun. So that's my .02 cents...
PS My father has the 2012 E63 on the right
PS My father has the 2012 E63 on the right
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Not concerned with miles, rather with years. If the car in-serviced in 2011 - even with CPO it expires what, 2016/2017? Selling 2 years from now means 1-2yrs max left on warranty, or even less depending on in service. If thats the case, will be factored in to price, especially with 50k on the clock. Check the 2009/2010's, will be a good reference +/- $5k given the variables.
I would take the '12 E63 with an extended warranty....but i need the space and the extra doors...and the ability to mod it way over 600hp to the wheels with just a tune seals the deal...for me
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If you look at Park Place FW, there is a silver C63 coupe that is packaged very similar with the same amount of miles and they are asking 69. So looks like they are asking a premium for the edition 1. That silver one also has the CF package which is nice. Not sure if it has LSD or not. The edition 1 does not have LSD even though it has the PP. But it does have the multi-spoke 19's that were not available on any other US C63.
I paid 78k for mine new about a year ago from Park Place, so 72,900 seems a bit high. And that E63 is the same one, or at least packaged the same, as one they had in their AMG studio upstairs when I bought my C63. Both are fantastic vehicles.
So I'd say the E63 is a better financial decision, but both are going to still depreciate quite a bit. I'd still drive both again and see what your *** tells you because they are different cars.
