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So after many months waiting, my grey C63 turned up with the incorrect interior trim (piano black instead of black ash). I rejected the car and ended up with a blue C63S which was sitting in the showroom of another dealer.
Anyway, thought I'd provide a brief update after 450 miles (yes, that's all I've managed to do since Sep 1 as I haven't been able to drive it much)...
Visually, the car looks absolutely stunning on the outside. The lines and the flared arches make for a very sexy design which attracts a lot of attention. I thought the blue would make it more discreet than white or grey but it would appear not. As for the interior, it's moved on leaps and bounds from the 204 which in comparison, looks dated. They've done a very nice job with the interior which I think sets a new benchmark in the premium sector. In terms of quality, the cabin appears to be very well screwed together (unlike my old A45) with no signs of squeaks or rattles coming from anywhere. I'm still not a fan of the iPad bolted to the dash but I'll learn to live with it.
Now for the important part - the drive. In Comfort mode, the car is extremely docile and quiet. It's perfect for a stop/start commute and almost feels like driving any c class. Switch it to Sport and begins to come alive a little, although not as much as Sport mode did in my old 204. The suspension stiffens and the throttle response improves but it's still pretty quiet. Bizarrely the exhaust doesn't switch to 'loud mode' in sport. Finally, once you move onto Sport +, it feels like you're driving a completely different car. It becomes extremely loud and provides you with the most addictive backfires I've ever heard on downshifts! Honestly, in a built up area it sounds like someone has just fired a shot gun! In my view, it's louder than the 204 with the perf. exhaust switched on. Does it sound as good overall as the 204? I'm not totally convinced it does but it sounds phenomenal nonetheless! If you're worried about losing that noise you have in the 204 then I wouldn't be - you won't be disappointed.
The main difference I've noticed is the low down torque. It feels much quicker lower down than the 204 did. It also wants to do doughnuts constantly so that's something to watch out for!! I've tried to keep it below 4500rpm as the run-in procedure states so I still don't know how it feels across the rev range. I'll get back to you on that when I get more miles on the clock.
There's a bunch of new tech with this platform which I appreciate but won't go into detail as it's the same with all models across the range. The fuel economy is improved from the 204 but not massively as the official figures would suggest. I've averaged 19.8mpg after 450 miles of varied driving and managed 26mpg the other day to the airport where I was taking it easy.
Overall, I'm very impressed with new coupe and don't regret the switch. I know the 204 vs 205 opinions differ but for me, I'm happy. Had the car detailed and protected yesterday with gtechniq. Here's a few pics...
So after many months waiting, my grey C63 turned up with the incorrect interior trim (piano black instead of black ash). I rejected the car and ended up with a blue C63S which was sitting in the showroom of another dealer.
Anyway, thought I'd provide a brief update after 450 miles (yes, that's all I've managed to do since Sep 1 as I haven't been able to drive it much)...
Visually, the car looks absolutely stunning on the outside. The lines and the flared arches make for a very sexy design which attracts a lot of attention. I thought the blue would make it more discreet than white or grey but it would appear not. As for the interior, it's moved on leaps and bounds from the 204 which in comparison, looks dated. They've done a very nice job with the interior which I think sets a new benchmark in the premium sector. In terms of quality, the cabin appears to be very well screwed together (unlike my old A45) with no signs of squeaks or rattles coming from anywhere. I'm still not a fan of the iPad bolted to the dash but I'll learn to live with it.
Now for the important part - the drive. In Comfort mode, the car is extremely docile and quiet. It's perfect for a stop/start commute and almost feels like driving any c class. Switch it to Sport and begins to come alive a little, although not as much as Sport mode did in my old 204. The suspension stiffens and the throttle response improves but it's still pretty quiet. Bizarrely the exhaust doesn't switch to 'loud mode' in sport. Finally, once you move onto Sport +, it feels like you're driving a completely different car. It becomes extremely loud and provides you with the most addictive backfires I've ever heard on downshifts! Honestly, in a built up area it sounds like someone has just fired a shot gun! In my view, it's louder than the 204 with the perf. exhaust switched on. Does it sound as good overall as the 204? I'm not totally convinced it does but it sounds phenomenal nonetheless! If you're worried about losing that noise you have in the 204 then I wouldn't be - you won't be disappointed.
The main difference I've noticed is the low down torque. It feels much quicker lower down than the 204 did. It also wants to do doughnuts constantly so that's something to watch out for!! I've tried to keep it below 4500rpm as the run-in procedure states so I still don't know how it feels across the rev range. I'll get back to you on that when I get more miles on the clock.
There's a bunch of new tech with this platform which I appreciate but won't go into detail as it's the same with all models across the range. The fuel economy is improved from the 204 but not massively as the official figures would suggest. I've averaged 19.8mpg after 450 miles of varied driving and managed 26mpg the other day to the airport where I was taking it easy.
Overall, I'm very impressed with new coupe and don't regret the switch. I know the 204 vs 205 opinions differ but for me, I'm happy. Had the car detailed and protected yesterday with gtechniq. Here's a few pics...
Congrats and welcome to the still quite exclusive UK C63S coupe club
Agree with everything you've said, this is a phenomenal car in looks, performance and dynamics and the sound still gets me every single time I turn mine on (always do a cold start in sport+ ). Personally I don't mind the 'ipad' display but I do wish they had used more of it for a larger screen, there's too much black bezel left around the display imo.
Well done mate,
Looks fabulous, enjoy her. I think the car you cancelled ended up at my local dealer in Preston. I did have a go at buying it, but said i wanted to drive it first, as im totally new to the Merc/AMG scene. I arrived at the correct time, to be told the car had been sold 5 mins earlier, bummer.
Never heard from them again. Please keep the reports coming, really interested. Regards, Simon.
So after many months waiting, my grey C63 turned up with the incorrect interior trim (piano black instead of black ash). I rejected the car and ended up with a blue C63S which was sitting in the showroom of another dealer.
Anyway, thought I'd provide a brief update after 450 miles (yes, that's all I've managed to do since Sep 1 as I haven't been able to drive it much)...
Visually, the car looks absolutely stunning on the outside. The lines and the flared arches make for a very sexy design which attracts a lot of attention. I thought the blue would make it more discreet than white or grey but it would appear not. As for the interior, it's moved on leaps and bounds from the 204 which in comparison, looks dated. They've done a very nice job with the interior which I think sets a new benchmark in the premium sector. In terms of quality, the cabin appears to be very well screwed together (unlike my old A45) with no signs of squeaks or rattles coming from anywhere. I'm still not a fan of the iPad bolted to the dash but I'll learn to live with it.
Now for the important part - the drive. In Comfort mode, the car is extremely docile and quiet. It's perfect for a stop/start commute and almost feels like driving any c class. Switch it to Sport and begins to come alive a little, although not as much as Sport mode did in my old 204. The suspension stiffens and the throttle response improves but it's still pretty quiet. Bizarrely the exhaust doesn't switch to 'loud mode' in sport. Finally, once you move onto Sport +, it feels like you're driving a completely different car. It becomes extremely loud and provides you with the most addictive backfires I've ever heard on downshifts! Honestly, in a built up area it sounds like someone has just fired a shot gun! In my view, it's louder than the 204 with the perf. exhaust switched on. Does it sound as good overall as the 204? I'm not totally convinced it does but it sounds phenomenal nonetheless! If you're worried about losing that noise you have in the 204 then I wouldn't be - you won't be disappointed.
The main difference I've noticed is the low down torque. It feels much quicker lower down than the 204 did. It also wants to do doughnuts constantly so that's something to watch out for!! I've tried to keep it below 4500rpm as the run-in procedure states so I still don't know how it feels across the rev range. I'll get back to you on that when I get more miles on the clock.
There's a bunch of new tech with this platform which I appreciate but won't go into detail as it's the same with all models across the range. The fuel economy is improved from the 204 but not massively as the official figures would suggest. I've averaged 19.8mpg after 450 miles of varied driving and managed 26mpg the other day to the airport where I was taking it easy.
Overall, I'm very impressed with new coupe and don't regret the switch. I know the 204 vs 205 opinions differ but for me, I'm happy. Had the car detailed and protected yesterday with gtechniq. Here's a few pics...
congratz buddy and hope you enjoy your ride. Looks sharp
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). Personally I don't mind the 'ipad' display but I do wish they had used more of it for a larger screen, there's too much black bezel left around the display imo.
