Sky Hye

Hi guys,

Always loved the C63 and I think I found one that I like. It's a 2010 white with 29k miles. I've been trying to see if it has a pp but I cannot tell from the photos. It has red front calipers but doesn't have a Alcantara wheel nor CF interior. It looks to be vinyl.

http://mobile.dealercarsearch.com/la...spx?id=3980214

They're asking $41.5k. Is that a good deal?

Thanks in advance for the help!

USCGTO

Different rear bumper..
2011 MB E class fog lights in the front intake cut outs
Front lip spoiler from JB speed (?)
Roof Blacked out.

Tread carefully..

Sky Hye

So it's a hack job? Hehe. I'm happy to wait for something that's legitimate if you think this one should be veered away from.

Are the brakes and steering wheel sure giveaways of the PP? I did a search but had trouble finding info.

m a x i m u s

I have a 2009 pp, but iirc, the 2010 pp has red calipers and alcantara steering wheel inserts. given the amount of little customization mods on the car you posted, I'd be willing to bet that this is not a pp and previous owner had the calipers painted red.

bzliteyear

I think you can find 09's for $30k if patient, so factor in one year newer on 2010s and you should do ok. Most importantly, make sure you're getting a clean car as you can easily spend $5k+ fixing something and dealing with the hassle...and ruin the joy of getting a new toy.
PL

m a x i m u s

wow, really? where?

bzliteyear

there are many sellers out there who are unrealistic about "used cars." 2009 C63s are now 5-6 yrs old and mostly out of warranty, and even at $30k, it's still close to 50% of MSRP. many people will check out less returns for 2010 and 2011 and see that for $35k range, there's a ceiling - ie. it will not sell for MORE than E63s(which sold for $30k more when new). bottom line, patience will pay off on depreciating assets. unless it's a 20+ yr old classic, car prices go in one direction - down.
PL

m a x i m u s

I agree that these cars depreciate for sure. I was wondering where you saw some for sale for 30k. and btw, I keep cars for a very very long time, so have no intention of offloading mine anytime soon.

bzliteyear

the bid/ask spread on these cars are HUGE(MB dealers bidding sub-$25k).
therefore, when i said you can buy a car for $30k, that doesn't mean you'll find people "asking" $30k for their cars - they're asking for MUCH more. however, the reality is that if you're patient and hold your bid at $30k, the supply is there and the pricing trend is in your favor, esp in light of the number of E63 for sale coming down toward $30k(that take away some potential C63 buyers).
PL

ripnbst

I will admit that it's a low mileage example but that is too much for that car. I'd think you're more $34k-$37k on it.

Valvestud

Any time you find a car you're interested in, post a VIN and I can give you the datacard containing all the pertinent data.

Regards,

Joe

douwe22

calipers look like they were painted, I don't think it has pp, be careful
hope you find a c63 soon!

dchl21

don't get this car. its been molested hard... fake pp for sure.. no alcantara ...cf panel on the left side looks like junk ... led looks stupid .. rear prob hit before ..


for that kinda money you should look for a mint real PP.

Sky Hye

Thanks for all the help guys! I have been having trouble finding a decent C63 for a good price. Most are 2009-2010's with above 50k miles and $40-43k so I may just have to wait longer hehe. I want a newer model terribly, however I feel I'd get a better deal getting a gently used one and modding it.

zibby43

Do not walk, RUN from this car. It looks like you have ruled it out. If that is so, great decision. This is a Franken-car.

mellowyellow

You can buy a well-optioned 2010 E63 for near that money. A bit harder to find a P30 E63 if that's a must-have for you. I'd pass on any 2010 C63 in the $40K range unless it has less than 10K miles.