Consdiering a CPO 2018 AMG GLC 43
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Consdiering a CPO 2018 AMG GLC 43
I am new here but always enjoy coming to the forums to get real work opinions.
I have always been a BMW guy and its time to upgrade my 328 xDrive and want to get something a little more family friendly since I have 2 kids now.
So, at first, I found a CPO 2020 BMW X3 M40i with close to 38k miles for 46K then I happened to just check out my local MB dealership and they happened to have a 2018 CPO AMG GLC 43 with only 30K for 41K. Both cars seemed to get the same service before going on sale (both have brand new Front/Rear Brakes, and both have 4 new tires). I know interior wise the X3 will be better since its newer but the 10K lower miles on the GLC 43 for a lower price are is also a plus on that side. I plan to extend the CPO on either car I go with aswell.
Both are very good examples of their respective car and in either case, I have a local Euro Auto shop ive been going to for years to do a PPI just torn on which to go with at this point.
I have always been a BMW guy and its time to upgrade my 328 xDrive and want to get something a little more family friendly since I have 2 kids now.
So, at first, I found a CPO 2020 BMW X3 M40i with close to 38k miles for 46K then I happened to just check out my local MB dealership and they happened to have a 2018 CPO AMG GLC 43 with only 30K for 41K. Both cars seemed to get the same service before going on sale (both have brand new Front/Rear Brakes, and both have 4 new tires). I know interior wise the X3 will be better since its newer but the 10K lower miles on the GLC 43 for a lower price are is also a plus on that side. I plan to extend the CPO on either car I go with aswell.
Both are very good examples of their respective car and in either case, I have a local Euro Auto shop ive been going to for years to do a PPI just torn on which to go with at this point.
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Hey. I'm in a similar situation but about to switch to a 2022 GLC 43 from a 2020 BMW X3 X30i. It's quite an upgrade for me going from 4cyl to 6cyl, but having used a 2020 X3 for 3 years now, I will say the interior is already dated so you may feel the 2018 GLC to be even more dated, especially a year or 2 into ownership.
In terms of comparing the 2 vehicles, the X3 will feel more spacious, especially in the second row. I have 2 young kids myself and have certainly appreciated the 2nd row space and the cargo room in the trunk. In terms of drive, have you had a chance to test drive both? The X3 M40i will also be the more powerful between the 2 with a firmer drive as well, so may be something to consider in terms of ride comfort. In terms of long term ownership, I know there are several long mileage M40is with happy owners on the BMW forums, not sure about the GLC 43s long term ownership. Hope this helps....
In terms of comparing the 2 vehicles, the X3 will feel more spacious, especially in the second row. I have 2 young kids myself and have certainly appreciated the 2nd row space and the cargo room in the trunk. In terms of drive, have you had a chance to test drive both? The X3 M40i will also be the more powerful between the 2 with a firmer drive as well, so may be something to consider in terms of ride comfort. In terms of long term ownership, I know there are several long mileage M40is with happy owners on the BMW forums, not sure about the GLC 43s long term ownership. Hope this helps....
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I am new here but always enjoy coming to the forums to get real work opinions.
I have always been a BMW guy and its time to upgrade my 328 xDrive and want to get something a little more family friendly since I have 2 kids now.
So, at first, I found a CPO 2020 BMW X3 M40i with close to 38k miles for 46K then I happened to just check out my local MB dealership and they happened to have a 2018 CPO AMG GLC 43 with only 30K for 41K. Both cars seemed to get the same service before going on sale (both have brand new Front/Rear Brakes, and both have 4 new tires). I know interior wise the X3 will be better since its newer but the 10K lower miles on the GLC 43 for a lower price are is also a plus on that side. I plan to extend the CPO on either car I go with aswell.
Both are very good examples of their respective car and in either case, I have a local Euro Auto shop ive been going to for years to do a PPI just torn on which to go with at this point.
I have always been a BMW guy and its time to upgrade my 328 xDrive and want to get something a little more family friendly since I have 2 kids now.
So, at first, I found a CPO 2020 BMW X3 M40i with close to 38k miles for 46K then I happened to just check out my local MB dealership and they happened to have a 2018 CPO AMG GLC 43 with only 30K for 41K. Both cars seemed to get the same service before going on sale (both have brand new Front/Rear Brakes, and both have 4 new tires). I know interior wise the X3 will be better since its newer but the 10K lower miles on the GLC 43 for a lower price are is also a plus on that side. I plan to extend the CPO on either car I go with aswell.
Both are very good examples of their respective car and in either case, I have a local Euro Auto shop ive been going to for years to do a PPI just torn on which to go with at this point.
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GLC 43 AMG
I went from a 2017 Macan S to a 2018 glc 43 with 3 years CPO warranty about six months ago. My wife drives a 2016 X3 35i. I am very pleased with the glc. The adjustable air suspension is wonderful, firm suspension and steering for some fun driving and then soft and easy for around town. Zero rattles and very comfortable. Infor system is intuitive and back seat room is just fine for two adults. And it's quite quick and sounds great. Overall, I'm very pleased.
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I went from a 2017 Macan S to a 2018 glc 43 with 3 years CPO warranty about six months ago. My wife drives a 2016 X3 35i. I am very pleased with the glc. The adjustable air suspension is wonderful, firm suspension and steering for some fun driving and then soft and easy for around town. Zero rattles and very comfortable. Infor system is intuitive and back seat room is just fine for two adults. And it's quite quick and sounds great. Overall, I'm very pleased.
