I know nobody has a crystal ball - I'm just asking for informed opinions.
The 63s already seem to take more of a hit than the 550s. Most year old pre-owned 63s (with 10-20k miles) are retailing for 25-30 off sticker - so 22-24% depreciation.
I wonder if the GLS 63 is going to accelerate the depreciation much more? I read some details - its the same car with mild refreshes. Same motor with @ 5% more power. Same chassis and interior albiet with a sweet steering wheel and upgraded infotainment system.
But here's my theory--the GL AMG buyer is probably as motivated by the status of having the Donald Trump "best" GL as by the actual look or performance of the car. The look and perf. aren't changing much, but there will be a newer model GL--S. So the GLS 63S owner will have the top dog car if that's your thing. That being said. Some may wish to trade in their current 2013, 14, 15 and 16' 63 for the new top dog. Increased supply = reduced price.
I'm not hoping for the GL63 values to drop for some ill reason. Quite the opposite. I'd like to score a GL63 with less than 50,000k miles for under $75k. I like our GL but I must have the active curve system - and I probably won't lease a new one just to spec that option on the order. As an aside - how dumb is it that dealers don't order GLs with the active curve? It's impossible to find a CPO car with it except for the 63 and since I drive like a banshee anyway - it would fit my driving persona.
So do you think we'll see CPO GL63 cars drop below $80k next year (for cars without unusual problems like accidents or service history issues?). Didn't E55/63 prices take a hit when the AMG CLS hit the market? I believe M5s took a hit when the M grancoupe hit.
Thanks,
DRP
The 63s already seem to take more of a hit than the 550s. Most year old pre-owned 63s (with 10-20k miles) are retailing for 25-30 off sticker - so 22-24% depreciation.
I wonder if the GLS 63 is going to accelerate the depreciation much more? I read some details - its the same car with mild refreshes. Same motor with @ 5% more power. Same chassis and interior albiet with a sweet steering wheel and upgraded infotainment system.
But here's my theory--the GL AMG buyer is probably as motivated by the status of having the Donald Trump "best" GL as by the actual look or performance of the car. The look and perf. aren't changing much, but there will be a newer model GL--S. So the GLS 63S owner will have the top dog car if that's your thing. That being said. Some may wish to trade in their current 2013, 14, 15 and 16' 63 for the new top dog. Increased supply = reduced price.
I'm not hoping for the GL63 values to drop for some ill reason. Quite the opposite. I'd like to score a GL63 with less than 50,000k miles for under $75k. I like our GL but I must have the active curve system - and I probably won't lease a new one just to spec that option on the order. As an aside - how dumb is it that dealers don't order GLs with the active curve? It's impossible to find a CPO car with it except for the 63 and since I drive like a banshee anyway - it would fit my driving persona.
So do you think we'll see CPO GL63 cars drop below $80k next year (for cars without unusual problems like accidents or service history issues?). Didn't E55/63 prices take a hit when the AMG CLS hit the market? I believe M5s took a hit when the M grancoupe hit.
Thanks,
DRP
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They take a beating in depreciation. I do not even look at that anymore because its not worth it. The 550/450/320 are not going to drop as much because they are the more common bought GL model. As where the AMG GL's are higher upkeep and many do not feel it is worth it for what little more you get.
