AMGBEASTMODE

I have a '16 C63 AMG S with only 4,300 miles on but i'm looking at trading already (I get a new car/amg about every year or less).

I've been eyeing the GTS for quite some time now. I know it's almost double the price, but I've driven both on a the track and the GTS is unreal.

Any thoughts would be great, anyone have any input on negotiating price? I'm looking into this one below, but it's odd it has had two owners in such a short period of time.

Anyone out there have their drive shaft changed?

https://www.cars.com/vehicledetail/d...7571/overview/

emericr

The carfax does not show any service requests but to be prudent, I would get the VIN number and call the dealer to get history on it.
It seems to me that the sale in FL may not have gone thru properly and the dealer took the car back.
GTS have been holding their price really well. You may not be able to negotiate much (a few thousands) but you should focus on your trade allowance and get the most out of it.
Good luck

jrcart

Dump it now before the 2017's hit the dealers. The much lower MSRP on the standard 2017 GT is going to hurt resale values on the 2016 GT-S.

AMGBEASTMODE

Thanks guys. I spoke with the dealer, it was one of the cars effected by the drive shaft recall and they're waiting on Germany for the fix. The two owners apparently buy amg's like most people buy a pair of shorts. I've heard of one of the guys i meat at the AMG driving academy had the issue with the drive shaft as well, got stuck on the side of the road and had to have it towed. Kind of scares me away for a car double the price of mine!

emericr

It only affects about 135 cars...
Don't let the few people that had a bad experience ruin your wish to get a GT.
Maybe a used one is not the right way.
I agree it sucks to have issues with a car costing this kind of $$ but they gambled with a first year model. I did it myself once and swore I would never do it again. That's the reason why I patiently waited and ordered a 2017 which is a 3rd year production car. Manufacturers do fix issues and it just takes them time so.

michail_g6

I love the amg gts, I had a bmw M6 and can't say the same thing, this car gives me thrills.

jrcart

2017 model year is second year production

emericr

Not exactly. Technically correct in the US but the car was introduced in Sept 2014 and produced as a 2015 model in Europe therefore a 2017 model is a third production year

kumizi

???

he's asking about buying one

holmesatx

Hey CLS63AMG...Been looking to get a new C63S. I have a GT S Edition 1 for sale. Would take your car plus $$ if interested.

cec69

Stay away from the GTS. It is a demon. People on this forum that don't even own one have problems all the time. The longer you do not own one at all, the more problems you have with it.

AMG 17GT