A Car To Buy Before You Die? | Mercedes W204 C63 AMG | Driven+

[@stevenwillox6768]

Bought my first one nearly 10 years ago when I was 23. Ended up selling and missing it and bought another one about 3 years later. Unbelievable power plant!

[@erika8502]

Got mine at 21 last year in June at 60k miles for a steal have had her a little over a year and I’ll never sell this car I’m taking my kids in this car this car is dying with me it is a future classic I love it I grew up around big American v8’s because of my dad but my uncle always liked German cars and I liked both so when I was younger and found out about this car and heard the sound I knew I needed to have one when I got older it’s the best of both worlds it’s a sophisticated German muscle car big v8 perfect car🫡👌

[@MrZillas]

@@erika8502 At that age I had a bicycle.

[@robertsmall1715]

I have a c63 w204 now 2 years down the line and i don't think i will ever sell it. It gives me such a grin on my face every time I drive it .

[@Rambo4President]

I‘m driving a W204 C180 Kompressor, and imo this C63 is one of the most beautiful cars ever. Absolutely timeless design and incredible engine. Peak.

[@DrivenPlus]

Couldn't agree more!

[@SDav21]

How is yours? I had a 2012 C180 with the turbo 1.6 when they moved away from the Kompressor. I preferred my dad's W203 Facelift from 2004 because it drove smoother and quieter and also had less rattles and plastics. My C180 was so rattly. But a beautiful car nonetheless.

[@Rambo4President]

a little rattly, yes. It’s got 210.000 km now and drives better than ever though. after years of driving, my new carshop „coincidentally“ found out that something was „stuck“ (I don’t know anything about engines) and he said the compressor had never really worked before. he took care of it. Now I REALLY feel the 156 hp. before that, I just thought that it’s just how it’s supposed to be. however, this car has its issues. Oil can get into the control unit. you can prevent that with an oil stopper for 25€, but it was too late for me. the mercedes dealer wanted 4k. my carshop just cleaned the control unit for a few bucks and thats it. Also, the timing chain had gotten longer and I was lucky he found out at 190.000 km and put a new one in, because it should have been done at 120.000 km. oh, again more hp since then! I will try to keep that car for many years to come and hopefully I will be able to.

[@rich8314]

I’ve had mine for just over 3 years you can never get board of that soundtrack and the attention the car gets where ever I go,

[@AdyAdy-v6p]

Same mate, I’ve got a Black one with Performance Pack, completely de-chromed in mint condition….Love it

[@Birmingham_racing]

6.2 v8 will always be the best engine

[@DrivenPlus]

Most definitely

[@v12-s65]

not in terms of reliability at least

[@salahayoub3971]

Very reliable motor if you know how to maintain it ​@@v12-s65

[@chungus_khan]

*laughs in failed headbolts*

[@jimmynickelz]

As a former owner of an S85 V10, I must respectfully declare....you might be right.

[@georgeth100]

People are mad. 100k on a 4 popper hahaha I told my manager we live in a golden age of used muscle and new cars suck. This proves my point:) I put my money where my mouth is and own a 2016 F Type S which I love and it makes me happy every time I drive it. Great video new sub earned brother!

[@DrivenPlus]

Thanks for the sub George!

[@xandao]

I have a W204 C63. Smiles on my face every cold start!

[@rathodstreaming88]

Peak AMG. I have the S204 C63 Estate as my family car and it's simply amazing. Only modification I've done is a Wavetrac LSD along with some preventative maintenance. It never fails to make me smile. When my kids say 'daddy do vroom' when we're in a tunnel or underground car park, well that's never going to get old. If you have the means to buy and run one, do it now!

[@MohammedRamizAlli]

Wow that's amazing! I'm looking to buy this car in the near future, maybe 507 ot the black series. Tell me... what preventative measures should be done on these?

[@tac0t1ckler]

Picked up a very clean, very low mileage C63 this year. What a beautiful mix of German luxury and absolute raw muscle. I will never sell it.

[@ML2193]

You deserve a lot more subscribers. Brilliant video!

[@DrivenPlus]

Wow, thank you!

[@dd4886]

That glorious 6.2 litre!...😊

[@DrivenPlus]

The best!

[@hamidq9547]

Just a fabulous car with a magnificent engine! Had one for a couple of years and wish I had kept it. I replaced with an M5 which was a real disappointment in comparison. That cold start, once experienced is never forgotten!

[@simonjackson911]

The balance of driving clips to talking about the car is perfect , Great vid

[@DrivenPlus]

Thank you! 👍

[@chrispy104k]

I've just bought one at 70 years of age (young at heart). What a beast. 112,000 km. Needs some TLC to bring it up to superb condition but I am up for the task. Requires some engine fixes (cams and adjusters), transmission fixes which may be a rebuild or just a new wet clutch (MCT). Diff needs some attention too. Great video mate. Thanks from Perth, Western Austalia

[@DrivenPlus]

Thanks for watching! Congrats on your purchase also, you will love it

[@johnosullivan2017]

Nice review; deffo one of the best sounding V8s. I love a 4 seat soft top, so spent some time searching for a CLK63 in 2020. Couple of things put me off: MB retired the CLK63 before the 2011 head bolt fix, and the M156 lacks low rev torque. Yeah - I know it's crazy to say a cross plane V8 lacks torque - but bear in mind that the M156 is short stroke and engineered to rev freely. Personally, I love Chevy's 6.2 V8 and it's monstrous low rev torque. So I ended up with a 2012 E500 Cabrio with the M278 4.7 TTV8. Stage 1 remap gives 800nm or 590 lb ft at 2000 revs. Had some exhaust work done too so I can really enjoy the V8 burble and roar with the roof down. Fuel economy is astounding for a 510bhp car; got 31.4mpg on a London/Nottm round trip the other weekend. In London traffic 14mpg....

[@Merc140497]

Great review! Best all round model which is affordable with more power is the Performance Pack Plus (PPP). They have 487 hp (30 hp more than standard) with extra features. In between the normal spec and 507 but still reasonably priced. And has more interior options (e.g duotone nappa leather) than 507 oddly. Also has internals from the SLS. (PPP owner here so speaking from experience 😅)

[@DrivenPlus]

Thank you! Yes unfortunately I failed to mention that model (apologies!)

[@Phil_T86]

Great video, Owned mine 11 years from new, I would never get rid of it. Few things to note - 2011 was the first year of the facelift - When mentioning the different models you forgot to mention the performance pack models which had the SLS internals and 477bhp. (Basically the same engine as the 507 and black series although they had different mapping)

[@DrivenPlus]

Hey Phil, Thanks for the comment! Thank you for noting down that information, the performance pack sounds very interesting. Brilliant car and make sure you never sell yours!

[@Sideways_Singh]

The facelift bagan for the 2012 model year. Also 507, black series and the performance package all make 510hp on the dyno, they dont have different mapping mercedes lied to upsell.

[@henry3440]

One of the best sounding cars ever made

[@JustinSmithPYRO]

As someone that bought a 2014 c63, absolutely love it. Had 50k miles on it. Has 120k now. Bought it 5 year's ago. Greatest motor ever from Mercedes IMO

[@DrivenPlus]

Thanks for sharing!

[@Salpeteroxid]

Both the C63 and the E63, w204 and W212 are absolutely gorgeous cars and the M156 engine produces probably my favorite engine note. But as a BMW M lover I could never sell my F82 for any of them. I truly hope the rivalry between ///M and AMG continues so we can enjoy these cars which are probably the coolest cars ever.

[@DrivenPlus]

I agree, I love my F82 too much

[@nigeltomkewycz6172]

Fantastic review Max, and a fantastic car too (not biased 😂)

[@DrivenPlus]

Thanks Nigel, it is a fantastic car!

[@noel_r8]

I just sold my 4.2l V8 Audi R8. Now i fell in love with v8 engines. This one is on my radar. Brutal sound.

[@DrivenPlus]

Do it!

[@stefanaichele2394]

Amen to that review! I keep my 507 for ever!

[@ks-vq5er]

W204 forever. Best looking and sounding car ever

[@derekthomas2346]

Had my 13 reg 11 years now LOVE IT!!!

[@SM-yg1ts]

Love the car so much , I bought one a few years ago and I'm never selling it. The M156 is probably the best sounding N/A engine ever!! Took the car on a road trip to the Tail of the Dragon and was an amazing experience. I'm going to be buried in it !!

[@DrivenPlus]

Couldn't agree more!

[@82windows82]

"2 L, 4 cylinder, Hybrid sh*t thing" Absolutely agree! This is a real car and engine!

[@SDav21]

My favourite engine was the ones in the 55 AMG models specifically the E55 with the supercharger. Loved that engine. Miss it so much.

[@buffalobill226]

I had a 2005 E55, never should have sold it.

[@tc63tec65]

Love my C63 4door. Black on black. I always wanted one. Loven my 6.2 N/A.. will never sell it.

[@geoffclarke3796]

Great video. Last year I was considering either buying an E92 M3, a C63 AMG or an Audi RS4. The Audi had a great V8 and a really nice interior but put off by too much understeer so came down to the M3 or the C63 AMG and went for the M3 as available with a manual gearbox. This really was a golden age for this type of car and though their modern equivalents are faster they are nothing like as desirable.

[@Busy_Child]

Nice video, I have had my 2012 C63 coupe for 9 years now and it's irreplaceable in my view, even now that I have a manual 992.

[@pobinr]

Future classic. So much car for the money. Why shell out on lambos or Ferraris. I just sold my Z3M roadster & replaced it with a low mileage R231 SL500 in hyacinth red with cream leather. Not the AMG SL63 admittedly. But not much less power or performance. It's more than enough. In fact I'm in awe of it. The fact it takes an extra 200 or 300 milliseconds to reach the legal speed limit compared to the AMG is immaterial. 0 - 60 in 4.5 is fine with me. I'm loving it to bits. I considered an SLK55. But they're almost as expensive. A great little V8 roadster, but less car for the money. SLK55 £55k new. SL500 £85k new but only £3 or £4k more second hand for the SL. And it's an almost all aluminium engineering masterpiece

[@alexandrebeinotti3359]

The C204 design is gorgeous

[@DrivenPlus]

It really is!

[@sc2320]

like it Kidd that 6.2 monster is a winner son 🔥💯💪🏻

[@DrivenPlus]

Definitely

[@tubejorrit]

A limited slip differential was an option, crazy to think about.

[@wristcandy5451]

This is the peak of motoring

[@DrivenPlus]

Correct

[@fl3shgordon]

Love mine… 2012 C63 P31 with 50k kilometers. If it had a manual… a forever car.

[@shay-jt8su]

I need to own one of these my favourite sounding car ever 😍

[@federicovezzani9829]

Great video, i don't personally agree with the manual gearbox though. They did always put an automatic gearbox in their flagship luxury / sports cars and i think it's great because it's in their dna, it's in their history and tradition. A Mercedes-Benz first of all has to be a luxury car, then it can be also a sports car, a van, an offroader. If you wanted a manual transmission there were the M3 and the RS4 at the time.

[@KirillSapelkin.]

Great Video, you’ve described the car well. C63 is 👑

[@DrivenPlus]

Thank you!

[@mattp98z81]

Great vid bro, earned yourself a sub😎 I would never sell mine, I absolutely love my C63

[@DrivenPlus]

Thanks Matt! Keep it for as long as you can!

[@danielayodele7350]

Indeed, @DrivenPlus; I could say the same for a B7 Audi RS4 V8 and M3 V8. Absolute one-off Collector's Items. Great review too, @DrivenPlus.

[@DrivenPlus]

Thank you Daniel, you’ll be glad to know we have review of a M3 V8 coming soon!

[@JROCThaGreat]

Bucklist Car of mine, actually looking for one right now. To get for my birthday/by my birthday.

[@johnmolefe6765]

Owned a w211 E320 V6 which was pretty fun but am now looking for a E55 or Lexus ls430. The V8 just wakes up something in me...just can't explain it

[@DrivenPlus]

V8 just hits different

[@shadleyanthony6376]

So good it feels too short.

[@yeetstreet69]

Nice work on the video ! Would have to agree I love my c63 man ill never get rid of it

[@DrivenPlus]

Thanks man! Keep it for as long as you can 🙌👊

[@llarose]

I was torn between buying this car or the very rare 2005 CLK55, (5.4 litre hand built motor). I chose the CLK55 only because it's a simpler and more durable car, long term. Should I get this one too? That's the question, everytime I see this car. Thanks for the excellent review!

[@Nkosy]

You should check out the Legacy Edition of the w204 C63😏👌🏾

[@AssassinBeef]

Last year i bought a CL63 with the M156🙏🏻😁

[@DrivenPlus]

Well done!

[@lsamg384]

Greta Video. had mine new since 2013, no plans to ever sell, just need a BS and I'm all set

[@DrivenPlus]

Cool! Never sell it man!

[@trombulan]

This is my dream car (Estate C63 G) for my family!

[@M33AAX]

1.5 years into manual E92 M3 ownership and I can’t stop watching W204 C63 videos 😅

[@DrivenPlus]

Maybe your sign to buy one!

[@M33AAX]

I’m blaming a recent Mercedes World Experience day. W205 was incredible but, W204 is my jam. Will I miss the manual though? 😰

[@DrivenPlus]

Yes you’ll definitely miss the manual

[@51madmitch]

Has to be a coupe, I have C 250 AMG coupe 2013, can’t afford the petrol bill with a C63, sadly, timeless design, thanks for pointing.

[@aseemagarwal6040]

Great Work Mate! love from india

[@AdyAdy-v6p]

Great review

[@DrivenPlus]

Thanks!

[@63motorsportsinc.37]

TIMELESS.

[@moa6324]

Love these cars - and Im a Bimmer guy

[@DrivenPlus]

Me too!

[@Olliver89]

Thank you for the excellent Video👍

[@DrivenPlus]

Thank you for watching 👍

[@OfficialCandor]

I want this over the new ones but I would put the s class interior led lights in the inside

[@jamesccleaver]

Another top drawer review Max.

[@DrivenPlus]

Thanks mate

[@TCGTV98]

My bone stock 09 E63 with MCT does 12.8s quarter mile with full weight. Car just keeps pulling even at 152K kms.

[@khanyilemgwebi2575]

Slight correction The MCT is not a DCT,it's a conventional auto with a wet clutch pack in place of the torque converter. I love the W204 C63 coupé but I'd have the C63 Black Series but without the aero kit🤔

[@DrivenPlus]

Ah ok cool! Thanks for the info!

[@KarolisZvirgzdas]

190 mph in C63 AMG Sedan . Brilliant car

[@t28mcd]

I do agree a manual box would have been better, can't have everything tho.

[@mikeormond7883]

Great review, I have an estate c63 pre facelift for my daily. For the record Big capacity Mercedes and manual gearbox’s just dont work.

[@DrivenPlus]

Thank you! Yes apparently so and it’s a shame

[@astonastonn1800]

Don't forget about the South African and Japanese special editions!

[@chris555]

looks like the Horseshoe Pass!

[@erika8502]

So this specific c63 you were driving had close to 500hp assuming due to a tune?

[@mercedeslife1454]

You are right, nobody is buying the new "C63" with 4 cylinders

[@jacek35polska]

i love mine 2013 amg. beast v8

[@DrivenPlus]

Nice!

[@tobycathcart7184]

Going to start saving for a c63 amg now im gonna make sure my first v8 is a amg

[@DrivenPlus]

Great idea!

[@DatzDP]

Best car I’ve owned on my channel so far 💯😤

[@gavinrichardson3918]

Just agreed to buy one! Theres a knock on the suspension hes getting fixed ! Pick it up week on Monday Cant fuckin wait !!!! Already planning a road trip to nurburg in summer

[@DrivenPlus]

Congratulations!

[@t28mcd]

This is my car. Mine is 10 years old now but what's the point of getting a new car with a smaller less interesting engine?

[@rohanw1989]

You forgot the DR520 version of the C63

[@SDav21]

I kind of disagree on the interior quality of this gen. I had a 2012 W204 facelift and I was so disappointed with its rattles and creaks and general quality. It felt solid but had many rattles. My dad's W203 Facelift from 2004 had way less rattles and squeaks and better plastics. For me that was the peak. But this was a nice car nonetheless. I sold my 204 after 11 months and got a 212 E.

[@chrispy104k]

8:04 - How many times did you scare the shit out that bike rider with the blue shirt? 🤣

[@DrivenPlus]

🤣🤣

[@HotGritz910]

I have a 507 edition with about 55k miles....there is one selling for 60k hours away. Its got me think about selling mine thats would be a huge profit for me.

[@Sideways_Singh]

People try n put the 507 price high but none of them sell for that price, all the ones with high prices have been on sale for the past 2 years n they had to drop the price, its because only enthusiast buy these cars n enthusiast know there is nothing special about the 507 other then forged rims and some hood vents thats literally all u really get extra, no one is paying 10-15 grand extra for that stuff u can buy the other one n do that stuff for half the price, n it will be brand new rims not used bent up ones.

[@HotGritz910]

@Sideways_Singh im keepimg my eye on it maybe you are right. I paid 38k, and it had 39k miles. It truly is a special car. A 911 is the only thing within reason i would trade up for. Maybe an rs5, but i heard they are not as reliable.

[@Sideways_Singh]

@@HotGritz910 the rs5 is no where near as special huge difference between the 2, the rs5 isnt a special car at all, all the generations even the v8. The w204 is a very special car. N the only 911 worth getting over the c63 is the gt3 991.2 or 992 but even then it cant replace the c63 its just a good second car to have, there both amazing in there own ways.

[@ftffighter]

@@Sideways_Singh I prefer my 2005 CLK 55 oddly enough and the RS5 is just as special. They have the metal timing chain guides and other improvements that make the 4.2L V8 a tank. I'd argue that model to model build numbers put the RS5 in the realm as the C63 Black Series.

[@Sideways_Singh]

@@ftffighter LMFAO first of all comparing the clk to even a base model c63 tells me everything I need to know about u. Black series why u lying to urself? Clearly u have 0 driving skill, even a prius would be special to u if u wanted. The rs5 is many tiers lower then a w204 c63, to even compare them is a joke, its ok to like the rs5 more but lying to urself n coping n convincing urself of lies is not good for mental health kid. Grow up what r u 8 years old?

[@AC87481]

Awesome, I'd have the 4 door over the coupe

[@chrispy104k]

I'm inclined to agree with you and that's what I have just bought myself. What a mint car.

[@Richjtj]

Sounds mega and looks smart but with fuel prices and tax at where they are, it's simply uneconomical to daily drive.The purchase price is the beginning of a downward financial spiral. E92 is the same and it's hard to find a mint one as they attract 'interesting' owners.

[@DrivenPlus]

Unfortunately I’m agreeing with you. Tax is just becoming too high for the normal people to own these cars now unfortunately :(

Thanks Nigel .... I hope you didn't have anything else planned.

[@kize32]

It's good when driven in a sporty manner, otherwise a hassle to own

[@OneHobo]

Could u please elaborate a little why their a hassle to own ? Was thinking of trading up to one from my 09 E500 coupe to one of these would be grateful for your thoughts on this if you have previously owned one. With thanks

[@chrispy104k]

@@OneHobo The only thing I can think of is that everyone else on the road wants to have a race with you. 🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣

[@K20TypeR]

@@OneHoboI think he means maintenance, repair costs and fuel

[@trevorosborn7411]

I still laugh at the sales guy at Mercedes trying to sell me on the new 2 litre’s ‘supplementary engine sounds’ via the speaker. My response ‘I guess some humans are fickle and adapt to anything 😂😂’. Love my c63. 🙏

[@SeaJayBelfast]

Bahahah!! Nice one! Thanks for sharing that story. Legendary response!!

[@EnglandVersus]

I was in a financial position to purchase one but unfortunately not in a financial position to pay 200 miles a week in fuel on a 6.2 😂 .

[@stevenPounder-p4b]

I’ve always preferred the looks of the first gen. The chiseled lines just do it for me.

[@madanto2394]

The Audi b8.5 rs4 is in that bracket

[@kenedislt1166]

Also there is p31 package 🙈

[@DrivenPlus]

Thank you!

[@theotherchannel2028]

is that exhaust stock?

[@DrivenPlus]

No it has a back box modification

[@Hu_Mi]

Sorry mate got here late😂

[@blankblank124]

Goodluck finding one that hasn't spent a part of it's life in Bradford or Birmingham

[@Faridthecarreviewer]

3.9 wow

[@DrivenPlus]

Amazing isn’t it?

[@Faridthecarreviewer]

Dream car

[@jamesscoging0612]

Thats my 507 edition pictured LOL

[@DrivenPlus]

Well I picked the best one I could find on the internet so that’s a good compliment 😉

[@davyw.8659]

you are never late in a V8

[@DrivenPlus]

True!

[@Automotiveelite]

E55 AMG the daddy

[@Bunny-md4uj]

Miss mine, inside started to become dated though.

[@nbb6609]

That’s my worry in terms of getting one now

[@DrivenPlus]

It has. But it still looks great!

[@Columbo777]

Inside dated…and?

[@LocalWatchGuy]

Possibly a future investment?🤷🏻‍♂️

[@DrivenPlus]

Possibly!

[@bradl5030]

great car and engine, but the fuel inefficiency made it not suitable for daily drive, i had one for 5 years and sold it

[@DrivenPlus]

That’s shame but even I don’t think I would fault drive one

[@chrispy104k]

Although they are perfect for a Sunday drive.

[@bGzzzzz]

If you want pure speed, just get an EV… if you want a mechanical masterpiece get an ICE performance car… Just like a watch, if you want to tell the time accurately, just get a digital watch…if you want a masterpiece get a mechanical watch.

[@vindevhunta4905]

Gem A real AMG

[@BOEHHO89]

The car to buy before I die ,Lexus LC 500 .

[@pauln0371]

8-13mpg might be the killer..

[@DrivenPlus]

Smiles per gallon, Paul

[@dannyrobbo]

Don’t buy a 6.2 v8 if your worried about mpg 🫣😅

[@dd4886]

Well given where the car industry seems to be heading, i bet these won't be driven much, they'd be preserved inside climate controlled garages if anything, considering how likely they are to appreciate :p

[@NathanMannin]

I managed to get 32mpg in mine on a long run and have averaged 20mpg over 17,000 miles. They’re not as bad as people make them out to be! 😉