s1k0ne

Looking at two '12 C63 models.

1. 32k miles/ aftermarket LSD/ Tune
2. 50k miles/ P31 w/ LSD

both are priced similar and was wondering which would be a better option.


Thank you in advance

m a x i m u s

Both are same year, similar price, LSD and increased HP, so I believe the choice boils down to alcantara steering wheel or lower miles. That's a tough one for me. Does either have remaining factory warranty?

ab0bab0i

Less miles

BLKROKT

P31 every time

s1k0ne

Is there a specific reason to why P31 every time?

#1 probably not
#2 yes

How much do 3rd party warranty companies usually charge?

solekeeper

32k miles. don't see what it so special about p31. buy a tune. done deal.

i have a 13' sedan if interested. 28k miles. pm me.

BLKROKT

P31 has upgraded internals - forged piston and rods, and lighter crankshaft - and some nice trim options. To some of us that's more 'special' than a $500 tune anyone can slap on.

solekeeper

i'm sure you notice the upgraded internals, and forged pistons, and lighter crankshaft when driving.

BLKROKT

whatever

m a x i m u s

Oh yeah, forgot about those bits! Something to consider.

m a x i m u s

If you still have factory warranty, you can add on the MB ELW, that's what I did. Not sure how much it is now but I paid $3500, and it was worth every penny.

CarHopper

You notice when you go to sell the car and it is worth more than a base model.

65fastback

No offense meant here however...A light weight crank is a good thing my friend, and forged vs cast is important as well. if a person runs their car hard these are the things that make a motor hold up and rev quicker. its that simple.

If you are just looking to smoke the tires and try to impress your pals a non p31 will work.

INS1GNIA

+1, Carbon fiber spoiler and red brake calipers as well, one less thing you have to do when you get the car .

abcut973

lol! Looks like everyone gets thanked so I want mine! You actually don't see it when driving but in the long run your engine would be in better shape assuming you maintain it correctly.

Assuming this car is sold by a MB dealership you'll be able to add the MB ELW. Otherwise it will only be third party which can be north of $5000 for 3 years up to 100k miles.

m a x i m u s

I actually did not buy mine from an MB dealership, had remaining factory warranty, and was able to add on the MB ELW. Of course, some people have had different results.

agentMurdoc

I'd go with #2.

Partially because it still has factory warranty and then for the fact it's P31. The other reason I'd take this one is that it's stock and unmodified.

But that's just me.

Lower mileage would be nice, but unless you're putting minimal miles on it and plan to resell it in a couple years, mileage doesn't concern me much.