I did the black if its any consolation 8-D

If you like matte black, this would be an excellent choice to take the car in the obsidian black and get it wrapped in Xpel Stealth. As others have said, you don't have to worry about scuffing the finish because you can just have that panel re-wrapped. It would be my preferred way to go so if it were me in your position, I would consider this ideal! I think it would look amazing!

I still don't see how the salesman can just abruptly make a change like that and get away with it, especially if you don't want that color! Yes, good idea's about wraps, but wait.......what about the giant customer service problem?
GL OP.

Matte is the ugliest **** you can do. You get a nice shiny car and make it DULL like an UGLY b

Reminds me of something that would happen to Larry David on his show Curb your Enthusiasm here in the states. But yes, try to at least work out a great discount for the BS you've endured. Does the chap not think he's in the wrong?? Who would do something like that? lol

Have you actually seen a magno finished car in person? They are anything but dull.

The grey magno finish actually has quite a bit of sparkle to it. It's just not glossy, more of a satin finish than a true matte. The Edition 1 cars likewise have some very nice elements to the finish that pop.

The nice thing about the grey magno is that it can actually have a fair coating of dust on it and still look quite nice. Due to vacation and workload I actually went three weeks without washing the car recently and it still looked quite good. Washed it and presto, all the sparkly bits popped again :)

I understand why folks think a leased car has to be restored to its stock form when returned but it simply isn't true. If the dealer you're returning it to wants it restored, then it's true. If they think it's more valuable as-is, then it's not true. My point is, the leasing (rather, financing) company doesn't give a $h!t as long as they get their money--they rarely, if ever, see the vehicle.

You sir, a fellow limey I might add, are the unluckiest SOB when it comes to cars... jeez, dude--karma simply hates you! :rolf:

Sarcasm aside: sorry, dude, that sucks! So being serious for a second: in your shoes, I'd go back into the dealer on a day when I know my *salesman* (used loosely) is there, ask for the manager and tell them that their dealership just lost the sale on a brand-new AMG E63S. Presumably, they'll ask why--point at the arsewipe with your middle finger and then ask for the cancellation paperwork.

Presumably, you're still mobile--get an M5 CP and tell us what you think! :word:

PS: that's not say the E63S isn't as good as the M5--I don't actually know. I do know my E63S is absolutely phenomenal--again, what a phenomenal car. I'm looking to switch because I'm curious--you should because, apparently, the universe is telling you to.

So wraps look crappy at lease end. No way! If that's true, it totally supports your case... hehehe, I'm being facetious. I've seen wraps and they look great but, granted, I've yet to ask someone if their wrap is over 3 years old so I don't know how they look after some time. Anyway, my point was, you implied that modifications period *must* be removed and that's not true. If the mods make the car look $h!te, then, of course, you either remove it or they'll charge you--that's absolutely no different to a scratched wheel. But mods don't *need* to be removed at lease-return solely because it's a lease--it's the dealership's subjective decision.

.... I guess M5 Competition order is going in :zoom:

Bollocks mate, I'd surely be sending an email to the "CEO".

Good luck!

Slug, there is nothing on the ground that appeals? BMW or Benz?? I know custom orders are just that; custom for you, but if pricing is a key and there is a car on the ground Im sure you can obtain a smoking deal.

Lol, ya, thats exactly what I was thinking too haha. I can just hear the music playing in the background to this post :)

Ya, if it's a sedan thats the route I'd go for sure.

Sounds like the salesman is gonna stick by that you are confused and can't make up your mind and that you specifically told him to change the color and then wanted to change it back again right away. The Boss man is probably gonna believe him over you so I dunno maybe you just ought to walk away from the deal and deal with a different dealer because for the rest of your life that dealer the word is gonna be that you are wishy washy at least according to the salesman.

I have a not too loaded selenite grey (not magno ) E63 sedan available at port now already...built, vin etc.. awaiting the release

I do have 3 magno grey's there also..sold for the time being, could let you know if one of those fall through

Could discount for you? or find you something? Doesnt sound like you are getting great service there.. :/

MODEL: 2019 E63W4S $106350
992 Selenite Grey Metallic $720
561 AMG Black Exclusive Nappa w/Silver Stitching

Options
521 521 Night Package: High-Gloss Black Elements: Front Splitter, Grille $750
P60 AMG Exterior Night Styling
U50 Night Package Component Code
B07 AMG High-Performance Ceramic Composite Braking System $8,950
H64 Metal Weave Trim $600
L6K AMG Nappa/DINAMICA Performance Steering Wheel
RTS 20" AMG Black Forged Cross-Spoke Wheels $1,700
U78 AMG Performance Exhaust System $1,250
Y04 Silver Seat Belts $500
413 Panorama Sunroof $1,000
51U Black Headliner

DESTINATION &DELIVERY $995
TOTAL $112,775