Has anyone gotten the true meaning of the "C" in GTC? For the convertible, "convertible" would make sense, but for the coupe I feel like "competition" would make more sense - I've also read that it stands for "comfort" but I'm not sure that makes sense given it's still track duty capable.

Side note: Are service centers aware of this trim? I've called two merc dealers and they seemed a little confused by the trim in coupe form.

 

Do not get frustrated. In traditional Mercedes-Benz and AMG fashion, several model suffixes originate from German internal naming conventions that rarely make intuitive sense to the rest of the world. The “C” in GTC is a prime example. It carries no functional meaning and reflects an internal designation rather than a descriptive attribute.

The GT lineup is produced in both Coupe and Roadster configurations, and these body styles are simply appended to the model description, for example AMG GTC Coupe or AMG GTC Roadster.

The “S” in GTS stands for Sport, and the “R” in GTR denotes Rennsport, which translates to Racing. The “C” in GTC, however, does not denote any performance or body-style characteristic. It is effectively a non-meaningful internal label. At least for us the simple people.

 

Looking at buying used GT convertible is it worth the upgrade/ price over the regular regular GT

 

I thought it stands for coupe but guess it can also be confusing as that is how confused customers are with their nomenclature.

 

Since my last post, I’ve heard the following:

• S stands for Sport
• C stands for Competition
• R stands for Racing

 

This

 

This is incorrect. The "C" designates the wide body configuration with an increase in HP to 550.

 

OP asked about the “ true meaning of the "C" in GTC? ”
we do agree that there are shape and HP differences…and btw, C=Competition was just a joke. Though it will be nice if we adopt it.

 

I heard it stands for comfort.

 

If it was supposed to mean comfort it should be
K - Komfort

 

I guess all the confusion was why they reverted back to using numbers like 55 and 63 starting with the Mercedes-AMG GT 63 S E Performance 4Matic+ coupé. That said a true two door AMG GT successor isn't out yet there is "only" a SL based GT.

 

Your joke just happens to be correct. It doesn't stand for comfort or convertible (since it was the first roadster in the GT line) but Competition. As told to me by AMG in 2019...

 

I saw the "comfort " thing in a video.

 

Good to know it's official. Thanks

 

Clunt

 

Makes sense, Thanks.

 

Carnivore

 

I have had my GTC Roadster for 3 years now. I live in Arizona so I can drop-top it about 9 months a year. Personally I love the option of the open air on a cruise around town or up in the mountains. Similar to riding a motorcycle (minus a helmet) My last 3 Mercs were verts and have loved them. I don't take my GTC to the track so can't speak to the integrity of the body roll. I love the combination of speed, looks, and the air through my thinning hair

 

What about "Canopy"? Look up the definition...sounds about right to me

 

I think competition is the best way to think of it.

 

Competition