C63 AMG

Wondermike

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Following in the Saloon’s footsteps, the C 63 AMG Estate is now also due to be launched. Under the bonnet with its distinctive power domes, the AMG 6.3-litre V8 engine delivers effortless acceleration. The high-revving naturally aspirated engine sets the benchmark in this segment with its maximum output of 336 kW/457 hp at 6800 rpm and maximum torque of 600 Nm at 5000 rpm. The unique high-performance estate accelerates from 0 to 100 km/h in 4.6 seconds; top speed is 250 km/h (electronically limited).

Power is transferred by the AMG SPEEDSHIFT PLUS 7G-TRONIC. Equipped with AMG steering wheel gearshift paddles and the three driving modes “C”, “S” and “M”, the seven-speed automatic transmission delivers a decidedly sporty or comfort-focused ride depending on the driver’s tastes. The automatic throttle-blipping function when downshifting is another innovation. In conjunction with the all-new front axle, the AMG speed-sensitive sports steering and the new 3-stage ESP®, the AMG sports suspension provides maximum driving pleasure and superb driving dynamics. The AMG high-performance braking system with large internally ventilated and perforated disc brakes all round provides optimum stopping power even during particularly dynamic driving. The standard specification includes 18-inch five-spoke AMG light-alloy wheels with 235/ 40 R 18 (front) and 255/35 R 18 (rear) wide-base tyres. 19-inch AMG multi-spoke light-alloy wheels shod with 235/35 R 19 (front) and 255/30 R 19 (rear) tyres are available as an option.

Design and appointments: more distinctive than ever
The design and appointments on the new C 63 AMG Estate are comfortably on a par with the sophisticated technology. The top-of-the-line AMG eight-cylinder model has been differentiated more clearly than ever from the series-production C-Class: typical hallmarks of the brand come in the shape of AMG bodystyling, the bonnet with power domes, the distinctive AMG radiator grille, the flared front wings, the AMG rear apron with its black diffusor insert and the AMG sports exhaust system with two sets of chromed twin tailpipes. The interior feel is dominated by the distinctive AMG sports seats with integral head restraints, the three-spoke AMG performance steering wheel with its flat underside and small 365-millimetre rim, and the tube-style AMG instrument cluster with its AMG-specific main menu. As an alternative to the standard-fit aluminium trim elements, AMG carbon trim can also be ordered as an option for the C 63 AMG Estate.

Largest load compartment in its class with up to 1500 litres
The load capacity of the C 63 AMG Estate ranges from 485 to 1500 litres (VDA measuring method) depending on the position of the 1/3:2/3-split rear seat backrests which can be folded forwards. No other car in the premium estate segment of this vehicle class can match this capacity. Standard equipment includes bag hooks and four anchoring lugs to secure the load, side stowage compartments with covers, a collapsible shopping crate as well as a combined luggage cover and retaining net. The new EASY-PACK tailgate opens and closes at the push of a button. The market launch of the C 63 AMG Estate is scheduled for the start of 2008; sales price incl. 19% VAT is EUR 69,853.

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Wow, that's a pretty nice (albeit expensive) estate!

Maybe I'm oldskool, but one reason why I wouldn't choose this car (or other AMG cars) is because it doesn't have a stick shift. It doesn't matter if the auto shifts faster/smoother/etc. I'd prefer being able to mash the knob at my own discretion. :D

Too bad they won't have this estate (wagon) here in North America.
 
I needed a towel after seing a Mercedes M63 AMG - 501 horses in a SUV :hooters:

MB sure makes sexy cars!!
 
enfield said:
I needed a towel after seing a Mercedes M63 AMG - 501 horses in a SUV :hooters:

MB sure makes sexy cars!!
SteveD (remember him from Z4um?) is currently riding round in an ML63 AMG :sweetheart:

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Wondermike - but only in a straight line.

My problem is that I live in snow country. The appeal of having 2 cars is not there for me anymore. I will probably dump BMW in 2009 (when my lease runs out + see the Infiniti) and either go for an RS5 or the M63 AMG and become a one car man. The 335xi is not an option because even with ProCede it is just too slow :D

It blows trying to make sure that both cars are in tip top shape. Sitting in a garage is not exactly great for a car either. I got the cars to drive them.
 
Just get married and let your wife drive the other car :D

Works for me ... a nice X5 for the family, and the M is mine, all mine ... :evil:
 
Update on this...

Car and Driver comparison test of M3, C63 AMG and RS4 – OK the M3 wins, but look at that straight-line performance from the Benz.

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0-60
M3 4.3
RS4 4.5
C63 3.9

0-100
M3 9.8
RS4 11.3
C63 9.2

0-150
M3 24.3
RS4 29.2
C63 22.8

http://www.caranddriver.com/comparisons ... mw-m3.html

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C63 was fully road tested in Autocar this week -

0-60 4.4s
0-100 9.7s
0-150 22.9s

30-70 3.4s

1/4 mile 12.9s @ 116mph

That the C63 is AMG's finest moment so far is not in any doubt. It has a completeness to its dynamic repertoire that has eluded all other AMG products. Apart from being shatteringly quick and beautifully made, it's also just a thumping good car to drive.

The not-so-good elements are the ride and the range (and they're both quite serious issues), but the big question is: is the C63 good enough to beat the M3 overall? We believe it is. While the BMW got the nod (by the slimmest of margins) when we first tested the two back in Germany (10 October), on British roads it's the C63 that has more strengths. The simple truth is that it is faster, steers better, feels more special and has a bigger, better appointed interior for just £692 more than the BMW.

We are smitten with this car, and no mistake.
http://www.autocar.co.uk/CarReviews/Roa ... MG/229555/

Now I know I'm a bit of a Benz fanboy these days, but that kind of performance from a 4 door automatic saloon is incredible, and I want one :evil:
 
It is a fearsome machine Wondermike, but 180 miles range is pretty poor and would impact on your day to day enjoyment of the car. :driving:
 
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