Why The Mercedes-AMG M156 is Loved | 6.3 V8 (4k)

In this video, I discuss why the Mercedes AMG 6.3 M156 engine is a favourite among enthusiasts. The m156 was featured in the w204 C63, w219 CLS63, w211 E63, W212 E63, R230 SL63, as well as others. I start by going over some differences between the standard M156 engine and the SLS AMG M159 version, then go into more detail on the problems with the M156.
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[@AMGmeister]

What Does AMG’s M156 Share With Porsche’s V10?: Check out my other M156 video: kzbin.info/www/bejne/pWe8oqKOj5J_j5Y

[@LegitStreetCars]

I had no idea they are using this in the 2020 AMG GT3. That so freaking cool. Great video once again. I think I say that in every video you make but I truly mean it. Awesome video and thanks for the shoutout.

[@AMGmeister]

LegitStreetCars Thanks Alex! It always means a lot when you leave a comment.

[@chazg8489]

Love both you guys videos

[@thatomosifane9616]

The 2 best AMG youtubers ever. U guys are life 😎

[@steven1898]

Hi, I have a 2012 c63 performance package, it's got the dark grey manifold. Does this model have forged internels/sls parts? Thank you

[@humanityfirst5490]

@@steven1898 yes it does, i had a 2011 C63 AMG with performance package + and mercedes UK confirmed this

[@markjones-vx3kp]

It’s great to scare Porsche’s In a little C Class Brilliant AMG...

[@MrZillas]

With 450 hp you dont scare a Porsche. Porsche goes up to 600-700 hp with no weight.

[@ibtixgaming7168]

The sound does scare lol and a supercharger on there and you smoke them

[@ibtixgaming7168]

@sanju2 Just stick toyo's on there or michelin's smarty. Btw bmw's lose control easy, not mercedes and i'm an amazing driver so if i did it. It would be no problem.

[@ibtixgaming7168]

Some F10 sped up behind me earlier so i gave them the smoke lol

[@Docjesco]

You would only scare a Porsche without V8

[@alimehrozi2828]

One of the best AMG channels

[@dmo.amgc633]

Hear hear I second that ! ! ! ! ! :)

[@themaddendynasty5099]

Who’s better? I can’t think of any

[@DavidTseng92]

As an M156 owner, I was happy to see this video pop up. Great video on a legendary engine!

[@erico6117]

Hey 👋 there just curious what kind of maintenance have you done for it and is there any parts that has failed yet all these times since owning yours ? I’m looking to purchase the 156 or 157 can’t really decide yet. I like the 157 because newer body and technology inside the cabin. Any thoughts ? Thanks

[@DavidTseng92]

​@@erico6117 Hi! I've had my car for 4 years and 30K miles and no issues with the engine. Only thing that have been surprise repairs were a torn thrust arm bushing and fuel pump control module but that's not necessarily M156 related. I've done a lot of preventative maintenance with parts from FCP Euro. For the engine, I've done the fuel injectors, pcv valves, new spark plugs and gaskets, valve gaskets. Non engine preventative maintenance have been control arms, flex disks, abc fluid flush, accumulators. I might do the headbolts, lifters and cam shaft adjusters in a year or two. I personally think the M156 sounds better which is why I chose it over the M157. Naturally aspirated engines will probably never come back at Mercedes which makes NA engines more special to me. Everyone has a difference opinion on it so it's all up to you which one you'd like.

[@pramay5116]

@@DavidTseng92 Would you say that the lifters are a necessary job? How can you tell if your lifters are failing before it happens, or do you just have to get them done before any warning signs?

[@John-pl4fl]

@@pramay5116 you will get camshaft position or correlation codes when they start to go. The most noticeable sign of failing lifters is loud ticking from the engine bay at idle. If the ticking only occurs during cold starts then you're okay, but ticking at operating temperature is usually a bad sign.

[@stfu7308]

@@DavidTseng92 sounds very expensive. How much did u spend in total?

[@jeebus2121]

Drove my '09 C63 today for the first time in ages. Averaged around 9mpg to and from work. Smiled the entire time.

[@kevindavis35]

I have a 09 also, drive the shit out of it,on my 3days from work, love that car, so fun to drive

[@LightlessAMG]

I just bought one today with 45k miles in excellent condition. When should I worry about the faulty cylinder head bolts???

[@ati1903]

Jordan Fleming never lol. They overact that shit from thousands of cars ther are a couple of cars with broken headbolts. If you have coolant loss then you should watch out but if not drive the shit out

[@LightlessAMG]

@@ati1903 but if I see coolant loss then isn't it already too late?☠ and then id be looking at a hell of a lot more for repairs? Also, should I do my very best to keep the mileage very low so that one day this becomes a classic with very high resale value? Thatd be tough to do since its my daily and im only 19, but its something I've been thinking about. Its my favorite car I've ever rode/drove in ever

[@illinoiscarter9279]

Can I see a picture please?

[@AutobahnVault]

Owned TWO M156 powered AMG's. Complete monsters and totally reliable. Never had an issue and would kill mostly anything else on the road.

[@wesamalghalith]

yupy

[@AutobahnVault]

@@wesamalghalith Purchased two more within the past year for a total of FOUR. Just so you can feel more miserable :) Cheers!

[@ixT0PSH0TZxi]

@@AutobahnVault Congrats 👏🏼 I’m in the market for one right now myself, what did you pick up on?

[@AutobahnVault]

@@ixT0PSH0TZxi Right now I own a ML63 AMG with 80K miles and a CLK63 AMG Black Series with only 11K miles on it.

[@ixT0PSH0TZxi]

@@AutobahnVault You got the total dad package lol utility suv and then the weekend toy, awesome combo. I’m eyeing an E63 at the moment, but with this car market right now it’s tough to find a decent deal. By all means enjoy those cars 🤝

[@lookItsJayden]

Who here has an amg engine in their car 🙋🏻‍♂️

[@Rafymon98]

Me, I have a 2005 CL55, and it makes smile every time I drive it. :)

[@lookItsJayden]

R H G55💪

[@Leonardo555ZZZ]

2005 CLK55 AMG ,,M113 ,,naturally aspirated ..the most reliable and easiest to service AMG engine ever built...

[@quaidmciver172]

2013 Lunar Blue C63 AMG P31 pack. 460whp

[@doncmleon]

C63

[@AMGEVAN]

I appreciate this channel so much!

[@zali9657]

Evan Schwab yess sir

[@TasosMoschatos]

Very good video, well done made, not like some other guys here in KZbin that is always out of focus, bad accent and forgetting to turn on the camera ( Tasos ) :) One small thing I want to mention (because i forget every time) the latest m156 engine have in/ex valve springs same like m159 ( if I remember I will upload video ) thank you!

[@dmo.amgc633]

I’m very sure I write for many when I write ✍️ we also love your videos too Tasos Moschatos ... I for one love anything you show us when your working on the C63 :) W204 M156

[@Phobos_Deimos]

The fact they using old 6.2L instead of new 4.0L turbo in racing AMG GT3 car tells us something...

[@Deanyfromtheburgh]

The fact that the older 5.5 supercharged is more reliable also tells us something.

[@ati1903]

AliAdean not really. People dont know how to maintain a motor. Every 5000 km oil change and warm up motor everytime and your motor will thank you.

[@LightlessAMG]

@@ati1903 can i wait till every 5k miles instead? Just got the 09 C63 AMG. New owner here with not a whole lot of spare money l.ao

[@ati1903]

Jordan Fleming no i would change every 3000 miles

[@LightlessAMG]

@@ati1903 let's say I use the correct oil and everything, could I do it myself with no problems? Or is there something extra that MB does that id be missing out on

[@VoituresIngénierie]

Great video. I run my own automotive KZbin channel in French and I can tell your channel is incredible. I will recommend this video to my subscribers who understand English since I keep being asked info about the M156 engine. By the way I have owned 2 naturally aspirated M113 engines myself (currently owning a 5.4 AMG) and I would not change it for a M156 at all. M113 is truly bulletproof therefore cheap and hassle free to run...

[@SamAbraham]

I have an obsession with the 156/159... To the point where I’ve gotten my hands on 3 of em haha. Such a rewarding motor to listen to and take on road trips!

[@Enzo-tg8uo]

156 is probably my favorite engine of all time!!! I have a W204 C63 and same thinking of adding one more to have 2 till the day I die 😅

[@TehmasKhan]

I watched this video stuck in a traffic jam in my c180 😆

[@chatwithaninja]

I LOVED my 6.2. I had the 2009 C63 and it was incredible. the mating of the transmission and the engine was perfect. I did get the pre-emptive headbolt swap too. Then, a lady in an Escalade backed over the hood and totaled it out. I replaced it with a 2012 5.5 biturbo CLS63 and its great, but not as raw as the C63 was. I loved that engine so much, I'm thinking about getting a cheap ML63 and run it forever...

[@SamAbraham]

chatwithaninja Definitely get the ML! Aside from awful gas mileage it’s awesome having 4matic with the 156. Doesn’t sound as good as the C63, but that can easily be changed with mufflers or resonators.

[@davidadie9191]

How is the cls63 treating you though?

[@chatwithaninja]

@@SamAbraham now that sounds like a plan! With the 4matic that could replace my POS R350 for bad weather driving.

[@chatwithaninja]

@@davidadie9191 the CLS 63 is an awesome machine! The 5.5 biturbo produces so much power and torque it makes it almost impossible to drive in manual mode because the tires will break loose in first and second and I will just be bouncing off the rev-limiter in every gear because it accelerates so fast

[@SamAbraham]

chatwithaninja Absolutely! We got one new in 2009 and made the mistake of trading it later on for a newer S550... So the only logical decision was to find another 164 63! Drive it up and down the the western side of the US every year, it’s a blast in the snow.

[@alexandrasharabrina9051]

I love my m156. However, the potential head bolt failure keeps me awake at night. I will replace them one at a time at some point.

[@slooshpup]

It's a much better idea to replace them all at once. Unbalanced headbolt strength will likely do more harm than good.

[@dkdiaz1]

Thats the way the pros do it at mb.

[@slooshpup]

By "one at a time", do you mean replace the studs separately over time?

[@DavidGarcia-pc7ei]

By one at a time meaning one by one in one job to avoid removing all at once and having to removing cyl. Head as well, right?

[@dkdiaz1]

@@DavidGarcia-pc7ei yes, correct one bolt at a time!

[@markjones-vx3kp]

Believe what you will I’ve driven Porsche’s and the like And had fast Merc’s for years For a small fee you can release in excess of 500 horse releases and you can blow it if you like. It makes 300 foot pound of torque at 1800 rpm. Up hills not much will keep up Big turbo porkers cost a fortune to run and buy And at the worst the Merc’s will be a few car lengths behind them but will decimate Run of the mill 911s.....

[@unclebenz563]

Love the NFS background music

[@superb63amg94]

Very informative video. I change the oil in my M156 every 3,000 miles. The car now has 77,000 miles, no problems, and destroys any car that challenges it. AMG rule!

[@vtecpreludevtec]

Can I have your used oil?

[@JTestedGames]

SuperB63AMG totally agree

[@danielfaatz5168]

SuperB63AMG has any camshaft/ cam adjuster issues?

[@srp770]

But still, don't race a Supra if you see one!

[@srp770]

But still, don't race a Supra if you see one!

[@vedocapp]

IM VERY SURPRISED THE M156 CARS ARE NOT HOLDING THEIR VALUE. ITS THE ONLY FULLY DEVELOPED ENGINE BY AMG. IT SOUNDS THE BEST OUT OF 97% OF AMGS. NATURALLY ASPIRATED. PEOPLE ARE SLEEPING ON THESE CARS.

[@BIGMIKEC63]

Fun fact: my C63 has production date 2010/05 and still has enginenr 61111. I've always been told that no M156 engine before 2011 is equipped with the new headbolts. But mine is.

[@zm8878]

Yes... late 2010s were.

[@C63Bez]

Its different between the US and europe. Mine is mid 2011, facelift, 67800 engine number. Age isnt the defining factor, but all 2008 and 2009 are effected and all 2012+ are not. If youre 2010 or 2011 best to just check engine number

[@JTestedGames]

C63 Bez I got a 2008 and it isn’t affected don’t know what’s up with that

[@BIGMIKEC63]

@@JTestedGames How do you know?

[@JTestedGames]

BIGMIKEC63 my model number is how I know

[@devastaterzx6906]

Pair up the 6.2 with some long tube headers and straight pipes, you got something for the whole city to hear.

[@dmo.amgc633]

And this time I’m watching as an owner

[@AccentOnCars]

If someone is looking for M156 head bolt replacement DIY kzbin.info/www/bejne/sHuyYqSEo82rrZY. I changed head bolts in my M156 myself because the internet scared me. I think very low number of engines are affected and I could have left them alone.

[@Zsword92]

C63 AMG - The German muscle car

[@jmhellison]

I hope to get a 2012-14 C63 some day. It's a goal within the next couple of years

[@sebastianh-man1879]

It's also my goal for this year... I want one so badly

[@JAMEZSP117]

Why not a 2009-2010?

[@mago980801]

you can do it bro. I just got mine yesterday!!!

[@mrdaykurutakuchannel]

The Germans' equivalent to the Chevy LS engine. Made me proud my favorite Mercedes sedan (the CLS63 AMG '08) has it under the hood.

[@JTestedGames]

Ardhana Hariwidagdo aye I have that car

[@superb63amg94]

Yes sir! Mine is also a 2008, and it's a beast. I absolutely love it!👍

[@JTestedGames]

SuperB63AMG how many miles/kilometers does your car have on it

[@superb63amg94]

@@JTestedGames 77,000 miles

[@MACtheVILLAIN]

Oh cool Torsten Oelschlager built my engine too @ 12:08. I visited the factory some years ago and I think he moved on to engineering.

[@joeAK7.62]

m113(k) is better!

[@cohenday1377]

Keep dreaming.

[@TheSpiritoftheCocktail]

I own a 2009 E63, I haven't had any major engine problems. I had a belt break, had to to replace a seal. other than that, no issues so far. The car has 130k miles on it, so I'm thinking about taking it off of the road and bubble wrapping it and garaging it. I LOVE this car! Everyone should own an /////AMG at least once.

[@OGYELLOW]

Hows the E63? Do you drive easy or give it the beans?

[@nicholasn.2883]

E63 still alive

[@TheSpiritoftheCocktail]

@@nicholasn.2883 Sadly, no. A truck decided to come into my lane and wreck it!!! My heart is still bleeding....

[@nicholasn.2883]

@@TheSpiritoftheCocktail nooo 😭 When I get one I'm protecting it wit my lyfe

[@HorrorUberAlles]

@@TheSpiritoftheCocktail Noooo I am so sorry to hear that! 😭😭😭

[@Brother-Louis]

A person can immediately hear when someone knows his tech stuff. I'll most certainly subscribe.

[@Matt-ne6de]

You really must buy special oils or oil additives for flat tappet engines. Modern oils basically provide very little lubrication because modern engines usually have been designed usually for very low friction.

[@kevhauser8058]

I run 10w-60 Liqui Moly and Lubegard engine oil treatment in my M156

[@larryhernandez769]

Excellent Video... Thanks.Larry Hernandez

[@dieselstar5]

I’d like to see a M159 upgraded C63 fully modded. It’d be sweet! Has anyone done one or is it not worth the money?

[@MercedesE63S-AMG]

Good video. No problems at all here with my m113k.

[@archibald2able]

Really enjoyed the video. You have nicely stitched all the salient points of the M156 & M159 engine. I continue to own and enjoy my ‘13 C63 that has the P31 option. Have had the cams, adjusters, & buckets changed under warranty and feel that it is well sorted now. I am an adherent of keeping my automobiles stock; my choice and no judgement on others. Love the soundtrack and visceral feeling that it provides for me while driving.

[@danielfaatz5168]

Stuart Archibald have the new cams and adjusters given you any issues?

[@hadi878]

@@danielfaatz5168 he already answered you in his comment lol. Read it again

[@kickyadick]

Man, this is by far the most informative video on our M156 engine i have seen. I do enjoy the repair/upgrade vids but always craved this one you did. Awesome!

[@dnaxfilms9132]

M156 Charles all facts

[@4syth]

5:53 some Australian drag racing, nice 👌🏼 I am biased though 😉

[@azargelin]

maybe a video on how to upgrade an m156 for better reliability

[@omarbolori5591]

Blitz Ace that’s going to be too expensive.

[@JTestedGames]

16 Pilot AEM Magnaflow 9AT I take it you don’t like Mercedes

[@locutusv1]

You don't buy c63 for it's look or luxury. You buy it for the engine.

[@shamil808]

Yeah, the M156/159 has its troubles. But I can't think of any other high-displacement V8 that's as responsive or free-revving as this is. And with a soundtrack like this engine has, IMO, it's one of the best N/A V8 engines ever produced.

[@carholic-sz3qv]

Lexus v8s revs up to 8k and are among the best and most reliable v8 engines plus the N/A sound is amazing

[@romimirza825]

I just bought a C63 507 what an incredible engine!!!! Thank you for the great video very informative.

[@GRosa250]

The M156 is an awesome engine despite it’s problems. Had an 2009 C63 with the P30 (it didn’t have any engine upgrade in those years) then a 2010 E63. The sound they make is incredible! In 2012 I moved up to another E63 with the M157 biturbo and P30. It was noticeably faster and still sounded very good but not like the M156. I believe he says in the video that starting in 2012 the M156 engines have the black plastic valve covers but it starts with cars made in the early part of 2011. I’m not certain of the exact date but from what I can tell it’s production dates as early as January 2011 for model year 2011 in the US.

[@MrMachacker]

tasos is one of the best benz mechanics.. shame he is in UAE ☹️

[@ghs7714]

Agreed!

[@Twobarpsi]

To do all that design work, and testing, only to fail on the headbolts 🤷‍♂️!

[@manofwar577]

And oil and transmission temps....

[@Twobarpsi]

@@manofwar577 🤦‍♂️

[@ОтабекЭркинов-ы6л]

😍😍😍😍👍🤥But I cost m272☹️ The m156 has a very nice sound!

[@NolansAccount]

Thankfully my m156 is outside of the headbolt range, I love this car. I’m planning on never getting rid of it but the future holds its own.

[@enzoi9569]

Hey did you ever replace your bolts? I also have an M156 with 17x,xxx miles, thinking I should take care of this sooner than later

[@NolansAccount]

@@enzoi9569 I never replaced them and I’ve got 95k miles, you might want to check your VIN and see if you were in the effected range. Luckily mine was at the end of the 2011 pre facelift and factory had changed them out.

[@nicholasn.2883]

Any idea how many miles these can go? Everything is 100k miles used market

[@davidperry4013]

I call the M156 the German LS.

[@Tap-a-roo]

It's an inherently defective engine, coming off one of the most reliable engines they ever produced (M113K). That's why it's hated.

[@richiemiami]

yes, people are afraid of the m156 but when talking to rentech they told me they heard of the head bolt issue but have yet to actually see a motor with one

[@brandonherrera2891]

Porsche NFS tracks👌

[@HeckyReckyOfficial]

I noticed that immediatly, and my eyes dialated.

[@bgdtlbrs]

if you seek problem you'll find problem in every car. so don't cry, drive your amg with proud

[@jozeftamasik2630]

I have been lucky enough to drive C63 AMG 2007. Since then, its my dream car. That power and sound, cant get it of my head. Pure love

[@gentry1014]

Definitely a loved or hated engine. I love mine and have some DIY videos and tutorials for repairs on these. These are surprisingly easy to work on and maintain too!

[@spanishbballathlete3862]

I love it just because this engine made those mercs european muscle cars

[@SamAbraham]

Also, one more potential issue with these: Failing fuel injectors. My 2015 C63 507 had an injector stick open at 19k miles... All 8 were replaced with new spark plugs under warranty

[@blancA4blanc]

It is an informative video or a commercial? You talk in lengths about the issues of the 156, than say that the 159 resolved it issues, but none of the issues mentioned is addressed but a list of "why does the M159 is better" I'd take the M113K every day.

[@tylercouture216]

Would it be foolish to upgrade all internals in m156 to internals from m159 ?if you have the money

[@AMGmeister]

Mr. TAMW Yes. Better to just get a C63 p31 performance pack that has some of the m159 internals already.

[@venni3996]

i really want c63 coupe with the m156 i dont care if it has broblems i want one

[@robertouellette6917]

Having had the "experience" of hydro lock created by the exact references in your video I am thankful to know the breaking serial number point to be aware of. I would have otherwise passed on a great opportunity to buy an SL63 had I not been aware of the upgrades! Thank you.

[@georgigeorgiev8462]

The slr had 5.5 engine in it m113

[@Kompre55rr]

Had a modified version of the M113, M155 engine in the SLR

[@JustinsSupercars]

I was on the fence for quite a long time now. I wanted to buy an E55 but I always had my eyes on the C63 as well. But I also really liked the turbo charged cars. I now went for a 2012 E500 Coupe with the 4,7 liter V8 Bi-Turbo. Unfortunately they didn’t make the W207 as an AMG. So I picked the most powerful W207 out there. I’m really happy with the car so far. Magnificent car and stunning design, the M278 is also a hammer!

[@JoshYaDunoe]

Nice choice the e500 4.7 coupe in the UK is really rare, only seen like 2 for sale

[@JustinsSupercars]

JoshOfficial Thanks man! Yeah it’s relatively rare. Even here in Germany. Videos of it will be coming soon 🙏🏼

[@JoshYaDunoe]

@@JustinsSupercars look forward to it

[@MrZillas]

It's "a hammer"? Haha 😅

[@JustinsSupercars]

MrZillas It really is yeah!

[@jimbeck3230]

Great video. I knew about the head bolt issues, but not about the others. I’ve been shopping for an SL 63 or 65. Hope you will do videos on them sometime. Subscribed and liked.

[@Everybodyshinetogether1]

How much miles do they last to ?

[@comedyman112]

so basically just get a facelift c63 2012 or 2013 and also preemptively replace the known to fail parts and you're good?

[@VIPxRecklessxHD]

Never have seen videos about Mercedes-things informative like yours, i absolutely love it! Keep it up bro!

[@AdamBrackney]

The M156 was so great it was the first and last engine Mercedes let AMG design themselves. Lol

[@andrasracz7117]

Yeah, Tasos had to be mentioned in this video. He knows more about these engines than most of Mercedes mechanicals. His videos helped me out when I rebuilt the engine. All started with a faulty injector stuck open and pour petrol into the cylinder. Be careful guys and replace injectors. They are quite cheap, and Mercedes dealer will give you some money back if you return your old injectors, so it's worth to prevent a hydro locking situation. Good video, I can see there is lots of research behind. Congratulation!

[@or6144]

How did you know and diagnose the faulty injector? How often or when do you replace fuel injectors on a 156?

[@Kxji]

CL63 is my favorite AMG with that engine apart from the SLS with it's M159.

[@jakubsvoboda9134]

same

[@JohnDoe-pf3ue]

they were not bad but definitely not the best motor made by amg workin at the dealer we saw alot of issues mainly on the ML 63’s cylinder head bolts breaking off and coolant getting into the cylinders cross contaminating. the super charged M113 in the SL 55 was a much better engine and produced roughly the same power.

[@052ric4]

Own a 2010 E63. Last of the 6.2. love it....

[@Evo2inside]

As a Mercedes mechanic, I like the m156 and m159. But my heart still belongs to the good old 2,3-16v (M102.983)Engine from 190 /W201 ..... Just rebuild it after 250000km and have fun without fearing of expensive damages... And it gives you a racecar feeling too..... I don't like turbo engines, as like m156, I like the roaring sound of those NA-engines. The C63 is the nowadays 190e 2,3-16v. But it's too modern for me, I like it oldschool! 😊👍

[@jasonrabe1664]

Just picked up a 2012 C63 today today and will not get rid of this car ever. Edition one coupe with the Matt black paint and P31 engine. 19k miles. First amg ever. I'm pushing 50 so I need to start having fun before its too late.

[@AutobahnVault]

A work of art

[@theofficialstig]

there are so many more 'cheap' m156 e63 estates compared to e55 estates I want one but I'm scared it will blow up

[@Agent-mw8th]

Now if they could only handle better than M cars

[@manueltba2800]

My dream is to own a w124 with the M156 AMG engine just imagine ...

[@Maxumized]

2008 CLS63 AMG... what a car!

[@curlymyhero]

Finally an unbiased assessment of the dreded M156!

[@zali9657]

Please do M157 E63 AMG. I’m gonna get a 2014 E63 AMG. I need all the specs like you did on the E55.

[@alexandrasharabrina9051]

Watch Tasos' videos. The aluminum silicone cylinder coating is a very serious concern. 4.7 liters engines in w212 E550 have the same potential problem. Other than that it's a good engine. But unlike lifters in m156, the cylinder coating can't be fixed.

[@zali9657]

@@alexandrasharabrina9051 I'm talking about the 5.5 v8 on the AMG. that's the one I'm looking to get

[@alexandrasharabrina9051]

@@zali9657 well you said m157 or 2014 e63. That's the engine I am talking about too. It's based on m278. Those engines may have serious problems caused by cylinder coating .

[@ELWIN225]

I agree that the cylinder coating is a potential issue.

[@gbua3946]

Would’ve you recommend changing air filter box and intake from US to European one?

[@sportstechdude]

Thank you for being so informative and thorough!

[@turdrocket]

2004 cl55 AMG 165k miles. Not a leak, never a check engine light. Car is the best car I have ever owned. Besides electrical problems with doors and trunks. Motor is a work horse

[@JomesZ]

Sighs no mention of the CL63, which is my car, 💯✔

[@dipjothipaul5868]

So I have the 2010 e 63. With around 70k miles. It started misfiring. Any idea why? And how to fix?? Please help

[@ahmedalan720]

Woow man incredible quality both information and video. Keep up the good work!

[@GimpyMR2]

Thank you for the video! If you ever get a chance, id love a deep dive into the M157. I know almost nothing about it only having owned M113 based cars. Curious how they are holding up in the long run.

[@danedaniels3686]

First three year M156 did have head bolt and lifter problems for the first three years. Once retrofitted , they were bullet proof torque monsters. Just unbelievable pull throughout the rom range.

[@MrSnowford]

Great vid as always. The M156 is the last of the BIG NA V8's. We'll probably never see another mass produced. When I was buying my CLS I bounced between the 55 and the 63. In all my reading and test drives it became clear the M113K was the better engine long term and with long tubes the sound perfection. Much respect to the M156 however.......legend for sure.

[@carholic-sz3qv]

The lexus v8 is the last n.a. v8 performance

[@or6144]

I'm looking at a CLS55 but the SBC Brakes are the main issue for me

[@joshgray2024]

For real though all engines ive played with and cars,i love and admire m113 engine. Its just amazing and only had shittty valve covers and weak pulleys But ive seen 400kmi on several m113 engines.

[@shalinski]

How much added value would there be for an AMG car, with an M156, if the head bolts have been replaced?

[@Dankboi420]

A C63 with M159 swap will be perfect 🥺🤔🤔

[@augustortiz]

M159’s are ridiculously expensive

[@hasangenc2922]

@@augustortiz and its not necessary to swap it at all

[@augustortiz]

Hasan Genc exactly, its literally the same motor with some internal modifications.

[@johnramos4391]

That's so cool, the opening car scene is in Leavenworth WA. It's a German theme town. I've vacationed there and it's beautiful!

[@kyoakland]

I'll stick to my e55 talking about a engine!

[@dmo.amgc633]

You have made one of the best videos I e found on the M156 . I watched your video here many times before I finally brought mine :) knowledge is power is it not .thank you my friend. From Australia the land down under keep your videos coming up be on the look out for them :)

[@hasangenc2922]

Best v8 engine ever made Ever Followed by the almighty M113

[@jeffreyt4709]

Wouw🙌🏻 what an great explained episode about my favorite engine all times.

[@BITTYBOY121]

The M156 was also used in the ML63, S63 and R63 too. I'm not too sure if it was ever used in the GLS 63 ? or whether that was just a M157 5.5 twin turbo ?, Also there is the M159 which was derived from the M156 and used in the Mercedes SLS sports car too.

[@arfiansyah_riza]

why nowadays car manufactured need to detuned a massive horse power to put it in another class/range model..