Traded my C63 507 Coupe for an E63 Wagon!!
10-26-2015, 02:42 PM
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Traded my C63 507 Coupe for an E63 Wagon!!
Well, I pulled the trigger on Friday and as the title states traded my 507 coupe for a 2016 E63s wagon. With temps already dipping below freezing and an expectant wife, the C63 wasn't going to get much use. E wagon is going to be a much better fit.
The exhaust sound is almost if not better than the C63. I think some of this is due to it being a wagon, and the sound really echos from the rear. . . It's sort of like my C did when the seats were down.
The E is a much more stable with the combination of 255/285 tires and 4-matic. No more fishtailing around turns has it's benefits and drawbacks. The C didn't hide that it was a beast, while this is a bit more understated (as understated as a 577hp wagon can be). The E interior is very nice with CF trim, artico dash, alcantara/Dinamica headliner, active/massaging driver seat, rear entertainment. . . however that 507 interior was really special too.
Performance wise I've not really pushed it since I'm in the break-in period and my wife has been with me or drive a good bit of the time as well. I'm used to the E platform, so there isn't much of a learning curve with respect to weight or size. It's not as tossable as the C, but the C always felt like it could break loose at any moment so perhaps that not a bad thing (especially for a family wagon).
Mods planned - tint, debadge, perhaps wrapping some chrome bits, maybe some CF mirrors, infant car seat.
The exhaust sound is almost if not better than the C63. I think some of this is due to it being a wagon, and the sound really echos from the rear. . . It's sort of like my C did when the seats were down.
The E is a much more stable with the combination of 255/285 tires and 4-matic. No more fishtailing around turns has it's benefits and drawbacks. The C didn't hide that it was a beast, while this is a bit more understated (as understated as a 577hp wagon can be). The E interior is very nice with CF trim, artico dash, alcantara/Dinamica headliner, active/massaging driver seat, rear entertainment. . . however that 507 interior was really special too.
Performance wise I've not really pushed it since I'm in the break-in period and my wife has been with me or drive a good bit of the time as well. I'm used to the E platform, so there isn't much of a learning curve with respect to weight or size. It's not as tossable as the C, but the C always felt like it could break loose at any moment so perhaps that not a bad thing (especially for a family wagon).
Mods planned - tint, debadge, perhaps wrapping some chrome bits, maybe some CF mirrors, infant car seat.
10-26-2015, 03:51 PM
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Well, I pulled the trigger on Friday and as the title states traded my 507 coupe for a 2016 E63s wagon. With temps already dipping below freezing and an expectant wife, the C63 wasn't going to get much use. E wagon is going to be a much better fit.
The exhaust sound is almost if not better than the C63. I think some of this is due to it being a wagon, and the sound really echos from the rear. . . It's sort of like my C did when the seats were down.
The E is a much more stable with the combination of 255/285 tires and 4-matic. No more fishtailing around turns has it's benefits and drawbacks. The C didn't hide that it was a beast, while this is a bit more understated (as understated as a 577hp wagon can be). The E interior is very nice with CF trim, artico dash, alcantara/Dinamica headliner, active/massaging driver seat, rear entertainment. . . however that 507 interior was really special too.
Performance wise I've not really pushed it since I'm in the break-in period and my wife has been with me or drive a good bit of the time as well. I'm used to the E platform, so there isn't much of a learning curve with respect to weight or size. It's not as tossable as the C, but the C always felt like it could break loose at any moment so perhaps that not a bad thing (especially for a family wagon).
Mods planned - tint, debadge, perhaps wrapping some chrome bits, maybe some CF mirrors, infant car seat.
The exhaust sound is almost if not better than the C63. I think some of this is due to it being a wagon, and the sound really echos from the rear. . . It's sort of like my C did when the seats were down.
The E is a much more stable with the combination of 255/285 tires and 4-matic. No more fishtailing around turns has it's benefits and drawbacks. The C didn't hide that it was a beast, while this is a bit more understated (as understated as a 577hp wagon can be). The E interior is very nice with CF trim, artico dash, alcantara/Dinamica headliner, active/massaging driver seat, rear entertainment. . . however that 507 interior was really special too.
Performance wise I've not really pushed it since I'm in the break-in period and my wife has been with me or drive a good bit of the time as well. I'm used to the E platform, so there isn't much of a learning curve with respect to weight or size. It's not as tossable as the C, but the C always felt like it could break loose at any moment so perhaps that not a bad thing (especially for a family wagon).
Mods planned - tint, debadge, perhaps wrapping some chrome bits, maybe some CF mirrors, infant car seat.
Didn't get any takers on the 507 even at $60K? That hurts my feelings.
10-26-2015, 04:46 PM
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Thanks for all the replies.
No takers at $60k for the 507 that would have been nice. Ended up taking less, but adding in the tax benefits, and the refund of the pre-paid maintance...well it was still well short of that.
I might tune it mostly if I can get a tune to make the transmission to stay in a lower gear in S or S+ without defaulting to fully auto after 30 seconds. My E550 and C63 both stay in in a selected or lower gear even in C if I downshifted to it, this stays for 30sec and then starts up-shifting again argg. It's my only complaint I guess that's what M mode is for.
This forum has lots of action and knowledgeable members so I'm sure to be checking it out almost as frequently as I did before. It's not like I'll be hanging out at bimmerfest or anything.
No takers at $60k for the 507 that would have been nice. Ended up taking less, but adding in the tax benefits, and the refund of the pre-paid maintance...well it was still well short of that.
I might tune it mostly if I can get a tune to make the transmission to stay in a lower gear in S or S+ without defaulting to fully auto after 30 seconds. My E550 and C63 both stay in in a selected or lower gear even in C if I downshifted to it, this stays for 30sec and then starts up-shifting again argg. It's my only complaint I guess that's what M mode is for.
This forum has lots of action and knowledgeable members so I'm sure to be checking it out almost as frequently as I did before. It's not like I'll be hanging out at bimmerfest or anything.
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10-26-2015, 04:54 PM
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Well, I pulled the trigger on Friday and as the title states traded my 507 coupe for a 2016 E63s wagon. With temps already dipping below freezing and an expectant wife, the C63 wasn't going to get much use. E wagon is going to be a much better fit.
The exhaust sound is almost if not better than the C63. I think some of this is due to it being a wagon, and the sound really echos from the rear. . . It's sort of like my C did when the seats were down.
The E is a much more stable with the combination of 255/285 tires and 4-matic. No more fishtailing around turns has it's benefits and drawbacks. The C didn't hide that it was a beast, while this is a bit more understated (as understated as a 577hp wagon can be). The E interior is very nice with CF trim, artico dash, alcantara/Dinamica headliner, active/massaging driver seat, rear entertainment. . . however that 507 interior was really special too.
Performance wise I've not really pushed it since I'm in the break-in period and my wife has been with me or drive a good bit of the time as well. I'm used to the E platform, so there isn't much of a learning curve with respect to weight or size. It's not as tossable as the C, but the C always felt like it could break loose at any moment so perhaps that not a bad thing (especially for a family wagon).
Mods planned - tint, debadge, perhaps wrapping some chrome bits, maybe some CF mirrors, infant car seat.
The exhaust sound is almost if not better than the C63. I think some of this is due to it being a wagon, and the sound really echos from the rear. . . It's sort of like my C did when the seats were down.
The E is a much more stable with the combination of 255/285 tires and 4-matic. No more fishtailing around turns has it's benefits and drawbacks. The C didn't hide that it was a beast, while this is a bit more understated (as understated as a 577hp wagon can be). The E interior is very nice with CF trim, artico dash, alcantara/Dinamica headliner, active/massaging driver seat, rear entertainment. . . however that 507 interior was really special too.
Performance wise I've not really pushed it since I'm in the break-in period and my wife has been with me or drive a good bit of the time as well. I'm used to the E platform, so there isn't much of a learning curve with respect to weight or size. It's not as tossable as the C, but the C always felt like it could break loose at any moment so perhaps that not a bad thing (especially for a family wagon).
Mods planned - tint, debadge, perhaps wrapping some chrome bits, maybe some CF mirrors, infant car seat.
Hey, that's my neck of the woods! I'll keep an eye out for your new ride. She's a beaut'. Congrats!
Last edited by Rob CL; 10-26-2015 at 04:57 PM.
10-27-2015, 08:29 AM
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that's a braggin' wagon man, awesome!
10-27-2015, 09:11 AM
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Wonderful upgrade!
I love the E Estate.
I love the E Estate.
10-30-2015, 08:59 PM
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How do the two cars differ in terms of feel? Is the steering feel softer or less direct or sharp? I am guessing suspension is a good bit softer? Which felt more planted?
Congrats on new ride! I am asking the questions cause I am thinking myself!
Congrats on new ride! I am asking the questions cause I am thinking myself!
