Advice Needed: What to Check on a 2018 E63s AMG with 3 Previous Owners?
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Advice Needed: What to Check on a 2018 E63s AMG with 3 Previous Owners?
Hello everyone,
I'm excited to share that I'm getting a 2018 E63s AMG with 60k miles from Carvana! Currently, I own an E43 with 72k miles, and Carvana has offered me a $25k trade-in. My E43 is in mint condition.
I have a few concerns and would appreciate any advice on what I should check once the E63s is delivered. The car has had 3 owners:
- First owner: Drove 40k miles over 2.6 years. The car was leased from Mercedes-Benz and became a Certified Pre-Owned (CPO) after 48,000 miles, sold as a CPO by a Benz dealer.
- Second owner: Had the car for 2 years and drove 11k miles.
- Third owner: Had it for just 3 months and drove only 3k miles, which is a bit concerning to me.
Unfortunately, dealerships in the Bay Area are reluctant to perform an inspection due to liability concerns.
Given this history, what specific things should I look for or check after the car is delivered? Any advice or insights would be greatly appreciated!
I'm excited to share that I'm getting a 2018 E63s AMG with 60k miles from Carvana! Currently, I own an E43 with 72k miles, and Carvana has offered me a $25k trade-in. My E43 is in mint condition.
I have a few concerns and would appreciate any advice on what I should check once the E63s is delivered. The car has had 3 owners:
- First owner: Drove 40k miles over 2.6 years. The car was leased from Mercedes-Benz and became a Certified Pre-Owned (CPO) after 48,000 miles, sold as a CPO by a Benz dealer.
- Second owner: Had the car for 2 years and drove 11k miles.
- Third owner: Had it for just 3 months and drove only 3k miles, which is a bit concerning to me.
Unfortunately, dealerships in the Bay Area are reluctant to perform an inspection due to liability concerns.
Given this history, what specific things should I look for or check after the car is delivered? Any advice or insights would be greatly appreciated!
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Check to see if the rear main crankshaft oil seal has been replaced. Same for the oil-vapor separators. If neither have been done, this is a concern.
You are contemplating changing from the most reliable MB engine of the past 20 years (the M276 V6) for an engine with a known expensive problem.
If you buy this car, self insure for the RMS and OVS or buy a Fidelity warranty.
You are contemplating changing from the most reliable MB engine of the past 20 years (the M276 V6) for an engine with a known expensive problem.
If you buy this car, self insure for the RMS and OVS or buy a Fidelity warranty.
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If you're in San Jose the #1 independent shop is Mercedes Benz of Silicon Valley. I used to take my 2018 to Steven's Creek MB but after they purposefully f*d up the ride height sensors I haven't taken it back.
I think you'll have much better luck getting an inspection from MBofSV than from any dealer.
I think you'll have much better luck getting an inspection from MBofSV than from any dealer.
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Go to your MB dealer and as for a copy of the VMI.
I think Autobahn Motors in Belmont is the best MB dealer service shop. I've been pleased with my work. I always wish it cost less, but a lot of peace of mind knowing it's done right. Ask for Joe Leung, who's been my service rep for a loooong time. A bit of a drive from SF. I think Johnnie Lam is the service mgr at MB of SF (aka, Daly City). He was service mgr at Autobahn and my service rep before he was promoted.
Or PM me. I just did a full fluids and filter change (except front diff). Everything but engine oil timed out. High-performance cars need very proactive service.
I think Autobahn Motors in Belmont is the best MB dealer service shop. I've been pleased with my work. I always wish it cost less, but a lot of peace of mind knowing it's done right. Ask for Joe Leung, who's been my service rep for a loooong time. A bit of a drive from SF. I think Johnnie Lam is the service mgr at MB of SF (aka, Daly City). He was service mgr at Autobahn and my service rep before he was promoted.
Or PM me. I just did a full fluids and filter change (except front diff). Everything but engine oil timed out. High-performance cars need very proactive service.
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If you're in San Jose the #1 independent shop is Mercedes Benz of Silicon Valley. I used to take my 2018 to Steven's Creek MB but after they purposefully f*d up the ride height sensors I haven't taken it back.
I think you'll have much better luck getting an inspection from MBofSV than from any dealer.
I think you'll have much better luck getting an inspection from MBofSV than from any dealer.
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Go to your MB dealer and as for a copy of the VMI.
I think Autobahn Motors in Belmont is the best MB dealer service shop. I've been pleased with my work. I always wish it cost less, but a lot of peace of mind knowing it's done right. Ask for Joe Leung, who's been my service rep for a loooong time. A bit of a drive from SF. I think Johnnie Lam is the service mgr at MB of SF (aka, Daly City). He was service mgr at Autobahn and my service rep before he was promoted.
Or PM me. I just did a full fluids and filter change (except front diff). Everything but engine oil timed out. High-performance cars need very proactive service.
I think Autobahn Motors in Belmont is the best MB dealer service shop. I've been pleased with my work. I always wish it cost less, but a lot of peace of mind knowing it's done right. Ask for Joe Leung, who's been my service rep for a loooong time. A bit of a drive from SF. I think Johnnie Lam is the service mgr at MB of SF (aka, Daly City). He was service mgr at Autobahn and my service rep before he was promoted.
Or PM me. I just did a full fluids and filter change (except front diff). Everything but engine oil timed out. High-performance cars need very proactive service.
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