Have the itch to trade in my 09 911 Turbo Cab for something newer and while not a huge MB fan, the AMG GT intrigues me. Looking at a low mileage CPO car.

Any reasons I should hesitate? Reliability or known issues that would suggest going to a 2019 or 20 model year?

Thanks in advance.

 

I had a 2018 GT coupe. I now have a 2020 GT roadster. The controls on the 2018 are much better and I wish Mercedes had not changed them. If a good 2018 is available, buy it!

 

I went from a 991.1 Turbo S to my '19 GTC Coupe. Totally different beasts but I'm really enjoying my AMG. I was never a huge fan of Mercedes either and overall, I still prefer Porsche, but I do love this car and plan to hold onto it for a while. It has more character than a Porsche.

As to the 19 vs 20 debate...after reading many comments from posters here before buying, it seemed most did prefer the older interior and felt it would age better overall. I think I prefer the buttons over the mini-screens as well. The exhaust tips on the 20+ would have been nice, along with the updated taillights though.

 

Buy with confidence!

 

Sold 991 GT3 for a 2019 GT Coupe. No regrets! GT3 is simply raw and extremely well balanced. GT is a balance of luxury and performance for daily driving. Looks wise, the back end of the GT is very 911 and the front is Viper-esque. I also preferred the 19 vs 20. The 2019 is more analog.

Good luck with your hunt.

 

I bought my '18 just over a year ago and I'm still as enthralled as I was when I first picked it up from L.A. & drove up to the S.F. Bay. It had an CPO extended warranty, which was reassuring. No problems!

I prefer the updated steering wheel, but was unable to get it to work for me (CELs & horn blaring). I'll try getting a professional install, otherwise very happy with interior & exterior. I also prefer the analog controls (came out of a C7 ZR1), very classic & appealing. A true "roadster" with excellent stock exhaust sound. Could I use an extra HP/TQ boost? Always!

I love the Roadster (reminiscent of my 427 LS7 convertible), very cozy!

 

Absolutely pleased with my 2019 roadster. Potential downsides compared to a 911: (1) The cabin is more snug; (2) much less storage space vs the frunk and rear seat areas; (3) it takes a while to get used to the long front bonnet and sitting at the rear wheels; (4) the GTC front end is low enough that a front end lifter is highly recommended. I installed a KW unit and use almost every time I drive. (my PCar has a factory lift).

Having raised those points, the GTC is more visceral, more luxurious and more unique.

 

I'm just responding to echo what everyone said above. I have a 2018 GTC coupe and absolutely love it. Porsche turbo and previously had a 458 - a daily driver - and I prefer the GTC over those. I see at least a dozen 911s every day and I can't count on one hand the number of times I've seen a GTC or GTR while driving around. I prefer that uniqueness. With a fairly inexpensive tune you can ramp up the horsepower of the GTC to equal the power to weight ratio of the 458. Visceral is a great term to describe the driving experience.

 

Well, pulled the trigger on a 2018 GTC roadster yesterday. Got a killer deal on a 23k mile matt silver car about to head from a non MB dealer to auction. Bought a 60 month, 30k mile Fidelity warranty, and 200 miles and 24 hrs later, I'm pretty stoked. This car is special and unlike anything on the road. Incredible presence and a big fat ***. And after reading how bloated the 2024 AMG GT and SL's are, these may become collectable someday.

 

And my wife doesn't want me to get rid of our 09 turbo cab. Winning.

 

Congrats on that beauty! I love the red accents of the interior & calipers. I of course, approve of the exterior color as well!

 

Congrats! Looks great. Those are one of my favorite rims for this car.

 

Congratulations @Dr Chill , looks great!

 

Yeah, they shouldn't have changed the center console, but I much prefer the new steering wheel with the AMG Drive Unit, the digital instrument cluster and updated COMAND. The only upside is the center console buttons go largely unused as everything can be controlled from the steering wheel now. The new wheel is not compatible with the PFL, though. You need an adapter module that converts the signals correctly and the cruise control buttons will be non-functional as the PFL has the stalk.

 

I don't particularly have an interest in the drive unit wheel, but I will go to the updated version like yours! You have a very nice set up with the Alcantara & red stitching. You'll have thousands of fun miles in that Roadster (true to it's name)! Cheers!

 

Congrats! Great choice all around!

 

YES!
I love those, my fav.

 

Bought my 18 GT C Roadster new after driving a 2016 GT S for a couple of years. I love driving the car, carbon ceramic brakes, high end burmeister. No regrets great upgrade fro my GT S