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My wife owns a 20 C63S coupe in Selenite on black.. She ordered it and drives it. It’s hers. My son owns a 20 AMG GTC coupe in matte grey. He wants to sell it to us. We’ll just sell hers.
I have had my 2020 GTC Roadster for just over a year. I love it. Stands out much more than the "sedans/4 doors" and probably more fun to drive. I use my GTC for daily driver but I work from home and only take it to run errands or "date night". I took it to Vegas a few times (about 5 hour drive) and it doesn't do so well on longer journeys. To me it comes down to how you are going to use the car.
I would say that comes down to how your wife drives and uses the car. I've commented on this before. Ironically despite the name, the GT was the least grand tourer in AMG's recent lineup. Hence, why the new GT 2-door is more of a heavier version of the C63 coupe formula. Part of the reason I opted for the C63 coupe is because it simply is the better grand tourer and more usable car overall. For example, I couldn't have done my 2 months European Delivery trip with two Samsonite luggage in tow fitting neatly in the more traditionally shaped and enclosed trunk of the C while still having backseats for overflow and an occasional third or even fourth passenger for short trips.
The GT is great on the track. I've done track days with the GT S, GT R and GT BS. Perfect weapon for that task, but as a daily and long distance cruiser, the C is just better suited. The GT with its long nose and lack of cameras has to be driven carefully around daily hazards. Nothing ruins the enjoinment of a car more than ripping off the front bumper or curbing a wheel. Best part of my C for that is the 360 camera which the GT doesn't have. The 2020+ models at least got a front camera, so that's something. For longer trips I would also miss the more fully featured DISTRONIC, Active Steering etc. that the GT doesn't have. Having done up to 12 hours road trips, I wouldn't wanna do those in a GT.
Now that it's largely confirmed that the upcoming CLE 63 will get the V8, I'm also wondering how AMG is gonna differentiate the new GT, because they will be largely overlapping at vastly different price points.
Definitely depends on how it will be used. If we're talking daily I wouldn't do it. I went from a 17 c63s vert to a GT coupe and now a roadster. None were/are daily's but I wouldn't want to daily the GT. Recently took it to Lake Charles and had my luggage and woods in my passenger seat because the golf bag took up the whole trunk (admittedly only an issue with the roadster) it's not a comfortable car by any means but that's not what I bought it for. I'm toying with moving on to an e63 wagon or an RS6.
Here's a perspective from a female who drives a '19 GTC (but not as a daily). I would swap cars for a week with your son before you 100% decide to take the GTC and sell her C63. They will be much different cars.
I absolutely love my GTC. But driving it is an event. The hood is long so I am always cautious about where I go with it and there are some coffee stand drive-thrus I may never attempt. The side mirrors literally seem to sit above the top of my head. They will swallow entire cars. So at some intersections, I have to lean forward to make sure it's clear before going.
I'm only 5'2 and my car is lowered. If I had to get in and out of it constantly, it might eventually become an annoyance. I wish the seats slid back as part of the entry/exit feature automatically. Maybe the '20's do?
Other than than, it's my favorite car I've ever owned. And I've had quite a few. 😁
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Absolutely. Over 50 years ago I had a somewhat similar decision. I was driving a 1971 BMW Bavaria sedan. My then GF wanted me to buy her a 1972 2002Tii. I went to look at it at Oceanview Motors in Santa Monica. (Long gone.) I spotted a 1972 3.0CS in the showroom next to the 2002Tii.
I bought the 3,0CS and gave the GF the Bavaria.
A decision I never regretted. She was gone in a year and I kept the 3.0CS until 2000.
Absolutely. Over 50 years ago I had a somewhat similar decision. I was driving a 1971 BMW Bavaria sedan. My then GF wanted me to buy her a 1972 2002Tii. I went to look at it at Oceanview Motors in Santa Monica. (Long gone.) I spotted a 1972 3.0CS in the showroom next to the 2002Tii.
I bought the 3,0CS and gave the GF the Bavaria.
A decision I never regretted. She was gone in a year and I kept the 3.0CS until 2000.
Sorry Malibu... "somewhat similar" seems a stretch to me 😉
Definitely would swap! Just PPF the entire car if it’s not already. Matte paint is a PITA, but looks so good on that GTC!
First thing he did. Wrapped the entire car. Also bought a 5/100 warranty he will transfer to us. He had a few glitches initially. Took it to MB Charlotte and they essentially rebuilt the car: removed dash for a rattle, full alignment, rear speaker replaced, etc. The problem we have is getting lowballed in getting a good value. Highest he’s found is $62k for ours. I don’t drive it. I use my Macan Turbo as my DD. We’re both in our 70’s. She needs something faster…😂
I would say that comes down to how your wife drives and uses the car. I've commented on this before. Ironically despite the name, the GT was the least grand tourer in AMG's recent lineup. Hence, why the new GT 2-door is more of a heavier version of the C63 coupe formula. Part of the reason I opted for the C63 coupe is because it simply is the better grand tourer and more usable car overall. For example, I couldn't have done my 2 months European Delivery trip with two Samsonite luggage in tow fitting neatly in the more traditionally shaped and enclosed trunk of the C while still having backseats for overflow and an occasional third or even fourth passenger for short trips.
The GT is great on the track. I've done track days with the GT S, GT R and GT BS. Perfect weapon for that task, but as a daily and long distance cruiser, the C is just better suited. The GT with its long nose and lack of cameras has to be driven carefully around daily hazards. Nothing ruins the enjoinment of a car more than ripping off the front bumper or curbing a wheel. Best part of my C for that is the 360 camera which the GT doesn't have. The 2020+ models at least got a front camera, so that's something. For longer trips I would also miss the more fully featured DISTRONIC, Active Steering etc. that the GT doesn't have. Having done up to 12 hours road trips, I wouldn't wanna do those in a GT.
Now that it's largely confirmed that the upcoming CLE 63 will get the V8, I'm also wondering how AMG is gonna differentiate the new GT, because they will be largely overlapping at vastly different price points.
My son’s GTC has all the options you mentioned. My wife will probably use it for Pilates and the gym during the week. Plus the occasional night out on the town. For long trips, we’d use mine
My son’s GTC has all the options you mentioned. My wife will probably use it for Pilates and the gym during the week. Plus the occasional night out on the town. For long trips, we’d use mine
Which options? The 360 camera is not an option on the GT at all, nor is the full suite of driver assistance features. The GT has a more basic version of DISTRONIC and no Active Steering Assist. The GT is on an older electrical architecture. The 2020+ even still have the previous generation key fob if I remember correctly. They don't have the motion sensor that reduces the risk of relay attacks.
Last edited by superswiss; May 17, 2024 at 06:25 PM.
... They don't have the motion sensor that reduces the risk of relay attacks.
In case people don't know, you can still double-click the lock button to stave off relay attacks. You'll then need to press the unlock button when you return to the vehicle (i.e., no "keyless" entry).
In case people don't know, you can still double-click the lock button to stave off relay attacks. You'll then need to press the unlock button when you return to the vehicle (i.e., no "keyless" entry).
Having logged over 6k miles in my GTR there is no way in hell I would ever try to daily it. I’m not sure how much of a difference it is versus a GTC but I feel lIke they’re both an “event” to drive.
Having logged over 6k miles in my GTR there is no way in hell I would ever try to daily it. I’m not sure how much of a difference it is versus a GTC but I feel lIke they’re both an “event” to drive.
Thanks reignz. I’ll tell my 72 year old wife she can’t have it. These were her last three drives. Not mine.
Absolutely. Over 50 years ago I had a somewhat similar decision. I was driving a 1971 BMW Bavaria sedan. My then GF wanted me to buy her a 1972 2002Tii. I went to look at it at Oceanview Motors in Santa Monica. (Long gone.) I spotted a 1972 3.0CS in the showroom next to the 2002Tii.
I bought the 3,0CS and gave the GF the Bavaria.
A decision I never regretted. She was gone in a year and I kept the 3.0CS until 2000.
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