2019 GT63S potential buyer
06-21-2023, 07:57 AM
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2019 GT63S potential buyer
Hey guys long story short , coming out of a 212 E63 and was going to move right into a 213 E63 . Came across a couple of GT63's in the s trim that really have taken my interest. Unfortunately none are local local , plan on making the trek this weekend to drive/look at one . Have done my fair bit of research already. Really love the rarity & having a hatch for a change . Having driven & coming close to purchasing a 213 E63s in the recent months . Anyone have any seat time in a GT63 - as well as an e63 .
I am very curious on how much off a handling/steering difference there is with the 4 wheel steering ? I see the nurburgring times which are just wow'ing . Does this translate over to street enjoyment ha ? any insight etc is much appreciated . Planning on it being a daily driver/some backroad flogging on the weekends.. Is there any extra maint. or things to be aware of with these ? besides the common rear main seal leaks I haven't found much..
I am very curious on how much off a handling/steering difference there is with the 4 wheel steering ? I see the nurburgring times which are just wow'ing . Does this translate over to street enjoyment ha ? any insight etc is much appreciated . Planning on it being a daily driver/some backroad flogging on the weekends.. Is there any extra maint. or things to be aware of with these ? besides the common rear main seal leaks I haven't found much..
Last edited by SilverE5588; 06-21-2023 at 08:10 AM.
06-22-2023, 01:23 AM
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I have both a W212 E63 (2016) and a X290 GT63S (2023). Also driven the W213 E63 extensively on roads and track (in the US and the UK). A few points that I have noticed.
Hope this helps.
- The GT is just effortless at gathering dangerous (on street) speeds. With the 212, I felt a lot more in tune with the engine, including when I pushed it, but with the 290, it is more rocket ship that you hold on to.
- No excessive maintenance for me on either. Both are rock solid. No rear main seal leaks that I know of on mine.
- The 213 is a dream car in its own right. But, compared to the 290, it is less refined, more "grainy".
- The rear wheel steering makes the 290 feel like a car that's similar in size to the 212 instead of the 213. The 213 "feels" larger when steering (especially around canyons and backroads).
Hope this helps.
06-22-2023, 06:53 AM
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I have both a W212 E63 (2016) and a X290 GT63S (2023). Also driven the W213 E63 extensively on roads and track (in the US and the UK). A few points that I have noticed.
Hope this helps.
- The GT is just effortless at gathering dangerous (on street) speeds. With the 212, I felt a lot more in tune with the engine, including when I pushed it, but with the 290, it is more rocket ship that you hold on to.
- No excessive maintenance for me on either. Both are rock solid. No rear main seal leaks that I know of on mine.
- The 213 is a dream car in its own right. But, compared to the 290, it is less refined, more "grainy".
- The rear wheel steering makes the 290 feel like a car that's similar in size to the 212 instead of the 213. The 213 "feels" larger when steering (especially around canyons and backroads).
Hope this helps.
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06-22-2023, 10:15 AM
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Sounds good. One key thing to keep in mind. The X290 from 2019 to 2021 (2022 did not have a GT63S) had, according to more than a few people, very harsh suspension. The 2023 has a massively updated suspension and now it is MORE comfortable in C mode than the 212 and 213.
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