SL63 AMG & SL65 AMG (R231) 2012 to 2020 (in US launched as 2013 model) Facelift from 2017

Which One Would you Buy?

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Old 07-05-2017, 09:50 PM
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2017 SL63
Which One Would you Buy?

Both are loaded. Both have around 14,000 miles

2013 SL65 Silver/Red

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2015 SL63 Gray/Blk


The 65 is priced 4K more than the 63.

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I dont like the v12 s
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2013 SL63 (Tons of Mods), 2005 CLK55 (m113k engine swap), '89 928S4 '12 ML63
12 vs 8 Cylinders

If you've ever driven an SL65 (any year) you'll experience an exhilarating rush as you press the pedal to the floor. On paper there isn't a huge difference, but for me the rush of adrenaline is measurably different in favor of the 12 cylinder.
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yes but I use my cars for more roadability, than just floor, floor. I drive them in the mountains and use the brake , throttle , hold-back functions to the fullest. My favorite feature is the trans rather than just the throttle. The v8 is quicker on the response and even though they put a 7 speed in the v12, its not the same one, its the 7 gtronic whereas the 63 has the MCT
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Well, I didn't buy either one. I found a "used" 2017 almost identical to my 2007 I recently sold. (see sig) People that don't know what
an older or newer SL look are going to think it's the same one.

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