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Old Mar 21, 2019 | 11:19 PM
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Looking to buy 2018 AMG C63 S in Georgia

Hello folks. I am new to the forum and looking to buy this car in Marietta area from a dealer called Drive a Dream: https://www.autotrader.com/cars-for-...eBackLink=true Its going to RBM of Alpharetta tomorrow morning at 10:00am for a PPI. It's a manufacturer's buy back I am willing to take a risk on. Anyone in the area can do me a solid and stop by to have a look? I am in Houston and not local to the car. Thanks.

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Old Mar 22, 2019 | 05:21 AM
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Very nicely loaded but no performance exhaust.
And ceramic rotors are extremely expensive to replace when the time comes.
Also find out what was the issue for the buy back.
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Old Mar 22, 2019 | 06:18 AM
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Beware that sometimes it's nearly impossible to finance a buyback, so you need to might need to come in all cash
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Old Mar 22, 2019 | 01:12 PM
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the cars carfax, seems to say a lot more than engine issues

also, since this was not so long ago, why not contact the dealership that lemoned it?

Euro Motorcars Germantown
Germantown, MD
301-601-5500

their dealership has an associate on the forums.

id suggest reaching out to them!
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Originally Posted by tipsyhemi
the cars carfax, seems to say a lot more than engine issues

also, since this was not so long ago, why not contact the dealership that lemoned it?

Euro Motorcars Germantown
Germantown, MD
301-601-5500

their dealership has an associate on the forums.

id suggest reaching out to them!
Thanks!
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Old Mar 22, 2019 | 03:03 PM
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Dealer is willing to finance it at a decent rate. Thanks
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Old Mar 22, 2019 | 03:04 PM
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I have. It was lemoned due to engine noise. Car is still under factory bumper to bumper warranty.
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Originally Posted by tekfoc
Very nicely loaded but no performance exhaust.
And ceramic rotors are extremely expensive to replace when the time comes.
Also find out what was the issue for the buy back.
I know. I really want the performance exhaust too. Can it be installed later? Also wanted the night package. I learned the rotors can be replaced with the standard ones. I was also told those carbon ceramics last a very long time.
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Originally Posted by AMGMessiah
I know. I really want the performance exhaust too. Can it be installed later? Also wanted the night package.
According the past threads I've read, no the PE cannot be retrofitted (which makes sense considering it's tied to the car's software + interior controls). Also wrapping the chrome bits isn't a good long term solution as it doesn't hold up to road wear very well.

Honestly for the price of this car, are you sure you want this one? There's a lot more C63S's around for similar prices albeit with more miles. But you'll at least be getting a non-lemon plus you can shop around for the options you want.
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Old Mar 22, 2019 | 04:25 PM
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Originally Posted by AMGMessiah
I know. I really want the performance exhaust too. Can it be installed later? Also wanted the night package. I learned the rotors can be replaced with the standard ones. I was also told those carbon ceramics last a very long time.
They last a long time but come with a huge disclaimer in the dealer order guide.. It's the only option i didn't get on mine because literally everyone said if you aren't using it as a track toy weekend warrior do not get them.
Per dealer order guide:

"The AMG Ceramic Compound Braking system has numerous benefits – namely, it is 40% lighter than a conventional steel braking system, offers significantly longer service life for the brake rotors, and provides exceptional resistance to brake fade under repeated aggressive stops.*

The materials in your AMG Ceramic Compound Braking system were derived from Formula One technology, and therefore will perform differently than conventional brakes.

Especially when cold, this ceramic composite material will resonate during braking and potentially feel less responsive under light brake pressure but with no loss in braking power. You will hear sounds, e.g. squealing, that you might not expect and which may be louder than what you are used to during ordinary everyday braking maneuvers – rest assured that this is a normal operating characteristic for this brake system, and is a by-product of the unique properties of the material. Mercedes-AMG recommends that the driver engage the brakes in an assertive manner in order to mitigate some of this noise during normal operation; Mercedes-AMG also recommends that the brakes be brought up to operating temperature before use in high-performance driving situations in order to improve braking performance."

Esp with no performance exhaust and this car is flagged... I would keep on searching.. sometimes it takes awhile but the one you want will eventually pop up.
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Originally Posted by AMGMessiah
I have. It was lemoned due to engine noise. Car is still under factory bumper to bumper warranty.
what were the items that they did to address it?
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Old Mar 25, 2019 | 08:06 AM
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The noise/issue could not be duplicated. I walked away from this one. Thanks for all your input. My search continues...
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