I agree with you. Sometimes the fit and finish of aftermarket parts is just not the greatest. Those that pay attention to details & get it just right are winners for sure. That being said, OMG does that grill look even more MEAN. Kudos 🙌🏼
I really dont like carbon fibre looks, but the overall darker tone makes this look really fitting and it has quite some more understatement than the OEM cromepiece.
I think I'm liking this piece a little better than the rear diffuser to be honest. *Also, maybe on future appearance mods you could add a side-by-side before-and-after shot so we can really see the difference it makes. Just a quick suggestion. :)
jkx22 - I agree with all you say. Don't forget Mike did show a before & after for mod#1, the rear diffuser. I'm half expecting Mike to do the same on his next vid on the front appearance after this 'sneak-peak'... Mike, I'm seeing a few comments (constructive criticism - lol?!) on the rear diffuser, some not saying why.... Here's my take, and this in total support/constructive criticism (with only occasional gentle teasing...!) I get your appreciation of contemporary high-end AMG MB and all your/AMG MB's attention to detail of the original build and your subsequent mods, so even before I saw today's mod#2 (looks spot-on!), I was a little surprised at the appearance of mod#1. Compared with the rest of the car and your 'style', it looks just a little bit too chunky, especially the width/thickness of the verticals. Also, in the side view that you showed, the amount that these same verticals stick out, both down and rearward - it seems to jarr a little with the more subtle lines of the rest of the car. Especially when, as I did, you look at the side view starting from the nose and then follow the lines of the car from front to rear, those new diffuser verticals don't quite fit in. I get looking mean, but the rear is just a little bit too brutal thro' those verticals being a bit chunky & heavy. This was more like a decision StreetSpeed717 would make! At your age(!) and with your much greater experience and better judgement, I would have thought you'd have known better...! Your decision on mod#2 at the front confirms my view (StreetSpeed717 would have powder-coated the original grille or something like that..?!) though I wouldn't put up with the attachment issues. I would have been straight onto their help-line back at the shop while the front bumper was still off and then perhaps vlog how they responded to and hopefully resolved the issue to your 100% satisfaction. Mike, I do love your vlogs and your humanity as much I do your vehicles and what you do to/with them!
Thanks for pointing out the flaws on the grill, hopefully the company can see this video and fix it for further customers. I personally feel like companies really don’t fix their product until someone with a social media following criticizes them.
AutoVlog Me too. I plan on getting a F150 lariat soon. Was gonna save a few thousand and go 501a but I figured if I'm spending that kind of money on a truck I might as well get what I want. 502a has the nice heated rear seats and steering wheel feature too! Since I'm in Canada and its winter pretty well....that's important. Love the videos love the amg. Keep it up👍
I have the same opinion of the new F-150 and the grilles. Only a fan of the black mesh one. Definitely get one with the pano moonroof on your new one! Love mine!
The "it comes with a pool" commentary was great. I love smart sarcasm especially the type that doesn't offend anyone. Keep the great videos coming. Cheers! (ex E55 owner here)
Hey Mike - I just read an article that Ford is recalling a lot of Fusions because steering wheels have been coming off in drivers' hands. No joke. If you haven't received a recall notice, you might want to give the local Ford dealer a call and ask them to check if your VIN is affected or not.
Was gonna comment, as you were pulling up in front of the camera I spotted it pretty much right away, as I am an expert...haha nah I'm joking, in reality, no one would have known, and it is great of you to to point it out! The beast looks mean as anything, love the carbon fibre, content on your channel is amazing, and keep it up!!!
You said you ordered the grill mod for your 2017 car. Could there be a slight difference in the 2018 Mercedes version of the grill that causes some of the clips not working?
I tend to wonder how good a fit it would have been with your original 2017 C63. you're right it looks good on your car, shame it doesn't lock into place properly.
I appreciate the honest review of the products. I think that they look AMAZING. I'm a huge fan of the AMG C63S COUPE. Keep up the awesome work Mike!!!!!👍👍👍👍👍
When I had my 2013 Ford Fusion Titanium AWD, I had installed the OEM Ford Mondeo (Australia) Upper and lower grilles. These parts were far from fitting and serious modifications had to be performed. I had to remove upper bumper bracket mounts that are on the Mondeo grill which are not on the US grille. Also, the mounting tabs did not line up and a good chunk had to either be modified or removed to fit. So even OEM parts from overseas may not be 100% fitting.
Great mod! I love doing stuff like that to my G8, mods that make it unique, so when people see it, they know something is special even if they can’t exactly put their finger on it.
I think it looks great. The fitting issues are a nuisance and hopefully the company will reach out to you with a solution. It's good PR for them if they make you happy because you would surely mention that they did it.
with Mercedes , there might be an ever so slight difference between the grills of your old AMG and this one , which might be why it doesn't quite fit , but it's not noticeable until you pointed it out to the class .
Hi there, Nice Video. I also have a black Mercedes as you know it is very hard to keep it clean. Do you know whether using the paint protection will keep the car clean easier? If Yes, which products do you use? Thanks in advance.
I think your channel is brilliant ! Just started following you, Amazing! I'm ordering my c63s next year and can't wait! Really stoked to be on this journey with you!! Awesome!!!!!!!
the grill looks good but it sux that it did not fit perfect and i could not tell until you pointed it out. Maybe you can reach out to them and they might send you a new one that fits better ?
Fantastic looking grill piece. I wonder if he has to add some dark accents to the front lights to match it... But then he might have to do the back also.
The close up pic of the grill looked killer.. I have the 3 bar grill (2011 E350) and is changing it to the single bar like yours.. your car looks good bro
Subtle mods like that are the best....looks good to me. I wonder if you could sneak a couple zip ties somehow into the grill piece out of sight to firm it up? As for the F150, I like the lariats spec'd with the sport pkg (with the mesh grill, etc) but they get up there in price pretty quickly. I don't know if I could swing the cost over an XLT.
Looks great. I’m a HUGE CF fan myself. On my cars I’ve dabbled with CF... maybe a lot... I hope you’re prepared to retreat the clear in a few years, CF will fade or crack if left untreated. On my UA-cam (2STX) I’ll prob be CF a few pieces on my new ride too. Keep up the good work 👌🏼
If you are looking for great aftermarket parts for German cars, it's best to purchase from Germany as I have never, every had a problem with fitment from an German aftermarket company such as Lorinser or Peicha which take great pride in making aftermarket parts for German cars.
Honestly...Love the front grill. It looks awesome. I will say I’m not a big fan of the rear splitter though. I actually preferred the original more. However, it is of course your car not mine!! Just my honest opinion😎
Nice mod and good to see less chrome on your C63s. Also agree on your comments about Modecarbon , the quality of their product is as good as OEM. Not sure what's your next mod but I'd recommend a satin black wrap or Xpel Stealth... keep up the good work !
As a paying customer, you always reserve the right to complain about anything you purchase. Screw anyone who says you can't (or shouldn't) point out anything negative about a product you bought with your own money. 100% Satisfaction is in the eye of the beholder. That can be calculated in a number of different ways. And since you 'voted' with your own cash, you get to decide what elements you like or don't like about the product. Whether you give it a glowing recommendation across the board, or you voice a constructive criticism about a particular issue, it's absolutely your right to do so. That kind of free speech should never be discouraged by anyone. Good or bad it all needs to be out there, so that other interested parties can truly make the best informed buying decisions.
That's not a minor issue and it wouldn't matter if it was. If you pay for something, you have every right to be as critical of it as you see fit. Anyway, it looks great and earned you a new subscriber.
Clips not fitting can be fixed easily. What a lot of these aftermarket makers do is create a prototype part, install that to an actual test vehicle, and then do production runs based on that mock-up. My guess is either the clips are a different design than factory or they just use a different tolerance for locking into place. Or you just got bad clips. Your installer should have checked for that before final fitment and correct it. Thumbs up for the mods, too bad about the lousy shipping time.
Hey Mike the grill looks good but it being loose could be a problem and after market add-ons like that are always of questionable quality. Also what made you buy another Mercedes C63 you can get a Lexus sports car that costs the same and it is night and day better quality and more reliable. Mercedes look nice and are comfortable but their quality is sub par.
I actually had the same problem with my C63s when I picked it up. As I have said before I bought new and the day I picked it up I saw the two front blades on the grill sticking out. There was an issue with the clips even from new. Might not be your MOD but the clips themselves that is the issue i had
You can have double sided body molding tape put on to keep it from being loose. A person skilled at it, could make it where it is not noticeable at all.
I agree with you. Sometimes the fit and finish of aftermarket parts is just not the greatest. Those that pay attention to details & get it just right are winners for sure. That being said, OMG does that grill look even more MEAN. Kudos 🙌🏼
Ooooo yeah yeah yeah I noticed it right away... lol... it looks sweet bro! You can’t even tell I just hope it don’t come off while driving fast
I was thinking of doing the same joke just for grins, you beat me to it LOL!
Ayyy its AutOdometer. Did you ever send that mail you were gonna send him? I wanna see it lol.
I did. I think it was his first "MOD" video. Tshirt fit perfectly.
“Comes with a pool” LoL 😄😄😄
And just fix that grill with some kind of specialized bonding thing. It’s going to rattle...
hehe
Thanks so much for the shout-out! 😱. I'm not from Sweden. I looked it up on Google. I thought it said your channel is great. OOPS! 😂😂😂
hahahhaa lmao xD
Lol! Good effort @sinister.shelby
Ray M Thanks. 👍
Hahah well, with old Swedish it would make sense! Om det är en tröst ;)
Sinister.Shelby love you channel. I have a Shelby tattooed on my arm.
Get the one with the pool! 😂😂😂
Sinister.Shelby hey nice poster
Leevi Mikkola Thanks. I'm giving one away to a subscriber on Thanksgiving.
That’s funny
I really dont like carbon fibre looks, but the overall darker tone makes this look really fitting and it has quite some more understatement than the OEM cromepiece.
Looks like plastic.
I think I'm liking this piece a little better than the rear diffuser to be honest. *Also, maybe on future appearance mods you could add a side-by-side before-and-after shot so we can really see the difference it makes. Just a quick suggestion. :)
jkx22 - I agree with all you say. Don't forget Mike did show a before & after for mod#1, the rear diffuser. I'm half expecting Mike to do the same on his next vid on the front appearance after this 'sneak-peak'...
Mike, I'm seeing a few comments (constructive criticism - lol?!) on the rear diffuser, some not saying why.... Here's my take, and this in total support/constructive criticism (with only occasional gentle teasing...!)
I get your appreciation of contemporary high-end AMG MB and all your/AMG MB's attention to detail of the original build and your subsequent mods, so even before I saw today's mod#2 (looks spot-on!), I was a little surprised at the appearance of mod#1. Compared with the rest of the car and your 'style', it looks just a little bit too chunky, especially the width/thickness of the verticals. Also, in the side view that you showed, the amount that these same verticals stick out, both down and rearward - it seems to jarr a little with the more subtle lines of the rest of the car. Especially when, as I did, you look at the side view starting from the nose and then follow the lines of the car from front to rear, those new diffuser verticals don't quite fit in. I get looking mean, but the rear is just a little bit too brutal thro' those verticals being a bit chunky & heavy.
This was more like a decision StreetSpeed717 would make! At your age(!) and with your much greater experience and better judgement, I would have thought you'd have known better...!
Your decision on mod#2 at the front confirms my view (StreetSpeed717 would have powder-coated the original grille or something like that..?!) though I wouldn't put up with the attachment issues. I would have been straight onto their help-line back at the shop while the front bumper was still off and then perhaps vlog how they responded to and hopefully resolved the issue to your 100% satisfaction.
Mike, I do love your vlogs and your humanity as much I do your vehicles and what you do to/with them!
The grill piece looks good, and your right aftermarket parts rarely fit like OEM. Thanks for your honesty.
Thanks for pointing out the flaws on the grill, hopefully the company can see this video and fix it for further customers. I personally feel like companies really don’t fix their product until someone with a social media following criticizes them.
beast looking better every day
Are you getting the 502a or 501a ? I preffer the fully LED package
If I were to get a Lariat it would def be 502A
AutoVlog , great choice !! I love your videos . One more thing, would you ever tint you rear taillights ? (C63s)
I’ll get it for the pool!
AutoVlog Me too. I plan on getting a F150 lariat soon. Was gonna save a few thousand and go 501a but I figured if I'm spending that kind of money on a truck I might as well get what I want. 502a has the nice heated rear seats and steering wheel feature too! Since I'm in Canada and its winter pretty well....that's important. Love the videos love the amg. Keep it up👍
AutoVlog hey for the loose pieces have you thought of high strength double sided tape? Mercedes looking good👍👍
These cold starts man, they always get me.
Keep the cold start tradition, I love it !
I like the front but it needs to be secure as the c63 generates huge speed and wind may pull it off at high speed.but I am no expert.
no need to worry about the clips because the next time it rains, they engine will suck in water again
Why can’t everyone be as articulate about cars like this! The world would be a better place
I have the same opinion of the new F-150 and the grilles. Only a fan of the black mesh one. Definitely get one with the pano moonroof on your new one! Love mine!
The "it comes with a pool" commentary was great. I love smart sarcasm especially the type that doesn't offend anyone. Keep the great videos coming. Cheers! (ex E55 owner here)
Oh wow I was definitely expecting a splitter but that grill makes it look sooooo much better
True
Fair review, appreciate your honest opinion on the mods, plus/minus reviews matter especially when others are looking for guidance. Keep it up!
Meant to add 'it is what it is'.. this your catch phase?! 😀
Still looks good. You can't even tell. Loving the channel keep it up.
I know how you feel. It really looks great man! Not even notice...just keep enjoying the car! Bless
Mail time is like TV ads :))) Everytime you open a mail item I am expecting a "boom!" :))
love the grill. hate the rear defuser
Mercedes should have that carbon fiber grill option! Looks freakin amazing
The front looks great the rear not so much.
Hey Mike - I just read an article that Ford is recalling a lot of Fusions because steering wheels have been coming off in drivers' hands. No joke. If you haven't received a recall notice, you might want to give the local Ford dealer a call and ask them to check if your VIN is affected or not.
thanks for being honest, that's really nice. also i love the carbon fiber look, it's way better than the "chrome" one
Was gonna comment, as you were pulling up in front of the camera I spotted it pretty much right away, as I am an expert...haha nah I'm joking, in reality, no one would have known, and it is great of you to to point it out! The beast looks mean as anything, love the carbon fibre, content on your channel is amazing, and keep it up!!!
You said you ordered the grill mod for your 2017 car. Could there be a slight difference in the 2018 Mercedes version of the grill that causes some of the clips not working?
I tend to wonder how good a fit it would have been with your original 2017 C63. you're right it looks good on your car, shame it doesn't lock into place properly.
I appreciate the honest review of the products. I think that they look AMAZING. I'm a huge fan of the AMG C63S COUPE. Keep up the awesome work Mike!!!!!👍👍👍👍👍
Honest constructive feedback on products these days are few and far between thanks Mike for keeping it real
That grill is an OCD-ers worst nightmare. Even if you don't notice it, you know it.
I am already freaking out
When I had my 2013 Ford Fusion Titanium AWD, I had installed the OEM Ford Mondeo (Australia) Upper and lower grilles. These parts were far from fitting and serious modifications had to be performed. I had to remove upper bumper bracket mounts that are on the Mondeo grill which are not on the US grille. Also, the mounting tabs did not line up and a good chunk had to either be modified or removed to fit. So even OEM parts from overseas may not be 100% fitting.
Great mod! I love doing stuff like that to my G8, mods that make it unique, so when people see it, they know something is special even if they can’t exactly put their finger on it.
I think it looks great. The fitting issues are a nuisance and hopefully the company will reach out to you with a solution. It's good PR for them if they make you happy because you would surely mention that they did it.
with Mercedes , there might be an ever so slight difference between the grills of your old AMG and this one , which might be why it doesn't quite fit , but it's not noticeable until you pointed it out to the class .
I feel you on the figment Mike, did you or the install shop consider epoxy or even hot glue to hold the grill piece in its rightful place?
I like the grill insert... not a fan of the rear diffuser. Thanks for your honest review of the part...
Looks awesome dude! Ever since I started trucking I been thinking about a Mercedes I like the flat Black E63 you showed at the dealership!
First mod you've done to this car that I actually like
did you consider hydro-dipping the OEM piece at all?
I’d hazard a guess you could have achieved a similar look while maintaining factory fitment
You have to love an honest review, wish more were like this.
Hi there, Nice Video. I also have a black Mercedes as you know it is very hard to keep it clean. Do you know whether using the paint protection will keep the car clean easier? If Yes, which products do you use? Thanks in advance.
I think your channel is brilliant ! Just started following you, Amazing! I'm ordering my c63s next year and can't wait! Really stoked to be on this journey with you!! Awesome!!!!!!!
A car like that as to be 100% perfect. ITS THE NUTS. take care, drive safe. CHEERS MICK.
Front grill looks very good!!! Any problems with the rear? Or does that fit for 100%?
Ok, I gotta give ya props on this one. Looks really nice Mike.
im not sure. i like the chrome . but it is custom and personal. wonder if you can swap the honey comp for anything
Absolutely amazing. I personally would just paint it black. But this blacked out look is pure manliness :)
"It's the little things"..."it comes with a pool"
Hahaha. That killed me. Love the video.
the grill looks good but it sux that it did not fit perfect and i could not tell until you pointed it out. Maybe you can reach out to them and they might send you a new one that fits better ?
The LED headlights are a must have option on the f150 completely changes the look of the front end imo
good man. the way you face the close-to-perfection is the right way. at least i think it's right. it's not easy to be honest!
Totally sweet mods, nothing like improving an already awesome car.
Looks cool with the mods . Not over done what so ever.
Can’t lie. That grille looks right Mike. I️ do agree some smoked taillights might look right.
That front bumper makes the car great, love it. It would be nice to get a smoked headlamps,makes the car even more aggressive.
i really like the way you tell things! it's the truth and nothing more. keep doing the good work
What a beautiful mercedes....I have a question. If you were to sell this car for the condition it is now, how much would it cost?
1.3 million pesos
Is the pool prefilled at time of purchase?
Even though it doesn't really fit properly, I still think it looks awesome. Nice car man, keep the vids coming
Fantastic looking grill piece. I wonder if he has to add some dark accents to the front lights to match it... But then he might have to do the back also.
I just wanted to thank you for your channel and reviews. I really enjoy them!
Mike, there's something strange with a seatbelt in the center of the backseat (F-150)... Am I wrong?
... at 00:31 it seems the buckle piece is somehow in a knot or something
Dude, your video into is legit. You're making very high quality videos
Grill looks great!
The close up pic of the grill looked killer.. I have the 3 bar grill (2011 E350) and is changing it to the single bar like yours.. your car looks good bro
Hi nice channel , question is ,how are you gonna protect new car from hydrolocking?did you improve something?
@AutoVlog i think that the grill was made for the 2017 model and not the 2018 i think that's why it doesn't connect
Subtle mods like that are the best....looks good to me. I wonder if you could sneak a couple zip ties somehow into the grill piece out of sight to firm it up? As for the F150, I like the lariats spec'd with the sport pkg (with the mesh grill, etc) but they get up there in price pretty quickly. I don't know if I could swing the cost over an XLT.
Looks great. I’m a HUGE CF fan myself. On my cars I’ve dabbled with CF... maybe a lot... I hope you’re prepared to retreat the clear in a few years, CF will fade or crack if left untreated. On my UA-cam (2STX) I’ll prob be CF a few pieces on my new ride too. Keep up the good work 👌🏼
Looks good and what you say is correct with aftermarket parts.
If you are looking for great aftermarket parts for German cars, it's best to purchase from Germany as I have never, every had a problem with fitment from an German aftermarket company such as Lorinser or Peicha which take great pride in making aftermarket parts for German cars.
Take it off and use industrial super glue and use a q-tip to rub it around use small amounts near the weak spots and edges
It's a bad ass car! Custom as you know. Looks great.
Honestly...Love the front grill. It looks awesome. I will say I’m not a big fan of the rear splitter though. I actually preferred the original more. However, it is of course your car not mine!! Just my honest opinion😎
That looks nice with the carbon fibre piece personally I would keep the star as chrome.
AutoVlog I love the carbon fiber parts! Looks so sick! I love the channel too! Keep being awesome!
I never put aftermarket parts on my car, stock is always best!
Nice mod and good to see less chrome on your C63s. Also agree on your comments about Modecarbon , the quality of their product is as good as OEM. Not sure what's your next mod but I'd recommend a satin black wrap or Xpel Stealth... keep up the good work !
I like that blacked out XLT 🙌🏾
My family has a'17 XLT Sport. It's a very nice truck.
Use some silicone glue to hold it in place?
I like the column shifter waaaaay better
Matthew Tyler 3 on the tree
I love the column shifter on my truck for space and stuff but a counsel shifter would be way better for going through gears manually
As a paying customer, you always reserve the right to complain about anything you purchase. Screw anyone who says you can't (or shouldn't) point out anything negative about a product you bought with your own money. 100% Satisfaction is in the eye of the beholder. That can be calculated in a number of different ways. And since you 'voted' with your own cash, you get to decide what elements you like or don't like about the product. Whether you give it a glowing recommendation across the board, or you voice a constructive criticism about a particular issue, it's absolutely your right to do so. That kind of free speech should never be discouraged by anyone. Good or bad it all needs to be out there, so that other interested parties can truly make the best informed buying decisions.
Do you think it's because it was originally for a 2017 c63 and you put it on a 2018? Not sure why it would be different but that's my thought
It looks great. If you wouldn’t of pointed it out I wouldn’t of even noticed. But nothing wrong with honesty.
Thanks for showing that black xlt f150! Totally like that black grill!!
The carbon fiber grill piece looks great
That's not a minor issue and it wouldn't matter if it was. If you pay for something, you have every right to be as critical of it as you see fit. Anyway, it looks great and earned you a new subscriber.
Great vid mike 👍🏻
Hi Mike, what about using Ty-Raps on the back to secure the piece?
The beast looks great with anything
Clips not fitting can be fixed easily. What a lot of these aftermarket makers do is create a prototype part, install that to an actual test vehicle, and then do production runs based on that mock-up. My guess is either the clips are a different design than factory or they just use a different tolerance for locking into place. Or you just got bad clips. Your installer should have checked for that before final fitment and correct it.
Thumbs up for the mods, too bad about the lousy shipping time.
The grill thing looks nice. I wouldn't mind at all
Hey Mike the grill looks good but it being loose could be a problem and after market add-ons like that are always of questionable quality. Also what made you buy another Mercedes C63 you can get a Lexus sports car that costs the same and it is night and day better quality and more reliable. Mercedes look nice and are comfortable but their quality is sub par.
Looks so much better mate. Loving the content. Keep up the good work!
I actually had the same problem with my C63s when I picked it up. As I have said before I bought new and the day I picked it up I saw the two front blades on the grill sticking out. There was an issue with the clips even from new. Might not be your MOD but the clips themselves that is the issue i had
You can have double sided body molding tape put on to keep it from being loose. A person skilled at it, could make it where it is not noticeable at all.