Description:

2013 Mercedes C63 AMG – P31 Package and LSD – Modified - 99k Miles - $20,999 – Title In Hand

For sale is my modified 2013 Mercedes C63 AMG with the P31 Package and factory LSD.  It sits just over 99k miles right now.  There is a lot to know about this car, most of it very good, but also note details below--including the salvage title from over a decade ago.

Basics

From Factory

Mercedes C63 AMG Sedan P31 W/ LSD (W204)
99k Miles.  Driven now once or twice a week; about 7-8 miles each way.
Polar White w/ Designo Black/Red Interior and CF Trim
Keyless Go
AMG Lit Door Sills
Parktronic
COMAND/NAV & Harmon Kardon Sound
I understand sticker was $82k+

Upgrades

ROW Airboxes w/ AFE Pro Dry Filters
Agency Power Headers
Agency Power Midpipes
Agency Power Valvetronic Exhaust
19" Vorsteiner VFF103 Wheels (Black) (summer)
Michelin PS4S (255 front, 275 Rear)
Factory 18" Alloys Incl. (Black) (winter – all seasons fitted)
EightySix tuning custom tune
Handheld ECU tuner included
Smoked Corner Markers
Carbon Fiber Mirror Covers and Trunk Lip Spoiler
30% Window Tint All Around, 5% Strip on Windshield
PPF on front hood

Extras

In addition to spare rims/wheels, included is an ECU handheld tuner, and an Affalterbach/AMG logo shifter knob (not installed).

VIN

WDDGF7HBXDA846749

Things to know about the car

Salvage title

Perhaps most importantly for potential purchasers, I bought this vehicle from another MBWorld user in 2017 with a salvage title.  That for sale ad is here for those who would like to check the history.  At the time of purchase, the car had 33k miles. 

The original owner (prior to the seller from whom I purchased the vehicle) had the vehicle stolen in California, and it was recovered a day or two later with front end damage.  I have photos from the auction, and the original MBWorld for sale ad has some of those too.  The car was subsequently purchased at auction, repaired, and upgraded before being purchased by the owner from whom I bought the car.  Those upgrades are largely reflected in the list above; I did the custom tune and PPF, but otherwise I felt the vehicle was visually and performance-wise where I wanted it. 

Prior to purchasing the car, I researched the history of the salvage process, and I am happy to share those materials.  Needless to say, I was comfortable in 2017 with the vehicle’s condition, and drove it home to Virginia from Illinois, where it resided before my purchase.

Time has proven this to be a reliable vehicle.  Since 2017, I’ve put 66k miles and 9 years of DD ownership in, with zero issues related to anything that I can tell stemmed from the front end accident suffered 12 or so years ago (and, more generally, zero issues related to anything mechanical with the vehicle).  

Exhaust

As noted, this is a valved exhaust.  The vacuum pressure to the valves that keeps them open has weakened over time.  The valves will still open, but in comfort mode they will close around 3.5k RPM.  When in manual (paddle) shifting mode, for whatever reason, the valves stay open much closer to redline.  I haven't found a shop that can fix this yet, and Agency Power has not been much help.

Exterior

Two small door dings on the passenger side front door, much to my chagrin.  A few wheel scuffs on both the summer and winter rims, but nothing that could not be fixed easily; see pictures.  Finally, you will note the passenger rocker panel is cracked.  This happened over the winter when we had a few weeks of ice and packed snow on the ground (I will not identify the family member/driver at the time).  I’ve ordered the replacement part and that will be fixed prior to purchase, or discussed as part of sale.

What the car (still) does well

It is fast and either fairly loud or, depending on if you have the valves open, really quite loud.  It is reliable: other than a flat tire on one occasion, I’ve always gotten to where I need to go when I wanted to go there, without any drama…often arriving early.  Never on a flatbed during my ownership, and I have enough confidence in its reliability to let the better drive it.  Kids are also regular passengers.  More generally, steering feel remains solid, and new rotors/pads up front (within last 500 miles) make stopping fun, too.

Note this car has never been tracked, or participated in an autocross.  It does get looks and compliments, especially after a wash, from people who know.  Because it was garaged at work for 9 years, and has been garaged at home for the last 3 years, the interior and exterior are really in good shape for its age.  All of the lights and electronics work, no CELs, no other gremlins.  AC is cold; heat is hot.  Non-smoker.  All TPMS sensors work on tires.  It's a start-the-car, drive without worry vehicle.  It's been a far better ownership experience than my B5 S4 previously.

Records

I have both a physical and electronic folder full of records from my ownership, including everything from rim/tire swaps to the recent front rotor and brake replacement.  I'll upload these soon and can send/discuss with potential purchasers.  Records include alignments, oil changes, and other aspects of routine care.  They also include show my short-lived attempt to have a K-Mac alignment kit/front camber plate installation that I ultimately decided to abandon, and return to stock, due to noise.

I also have records from the prior owner that show purchase and installation of many of the upgrades above, along with my PPI and the Carfax at the time of the sale to me.  Of course, I'd be happy to discuss my prior posts and the history of the car, which is open to anyone who wants to know.

Last, the Virginia title for the vehicle is in hand.

Reason for selling

I’ve had two kids during ownership.  Both enjoy being in the car, but I’m also getting older, and am not yet sure what is next.  Maybe a wagon.  I’ve DD’ed a 2005 LX 470 for several months now and am enjoying that change in ride feel.  More generally, as many enthusiasts know, when it’s time, it’s time. 

That said, this car will bring a lot of joy to the next owner.  It's a configuration--high-powered NA V8--that is increasingly hard to find at this price.  It has always made me look twice when parked, and cackle with delight when on the loud pedal (especially in tunnels).

Final note, and more as an aside: I wrote this myself—no AI or anything like that.  I’ve put time into this because I’ve truly enjoyed the car, and want the next owner to feel confident in what he or she is buying, and the care its received under my tenure (along with the joy its brought during that same time).

Service records, pictures of two keys, and spare tires, to come.  If you want to see or know something, just ask, and I'll respond as best I can.