2018 Mercedes-AMG C63 (W205) Long Term Review (3yrs, 30k Miles)
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- Опубліковано 1 жов 2024
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This is a long term review of the 2018 Mercedes-AMG C63 (W205). In this video I actually review my own personal vehicle and give you my thoughts on the car after roughly three years of ownership. I talk more about its merit as a daily driver and some of the unique features that makes it special.
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I will soon have one myself.
I don’t know bro the car may be not that expensive now but maintaining it is. Taxes are astronomically high here in EU because of the 4l engine, and fuel economy is horrible so expect to fill up atleast once a week, costing up to 600 euros a month easily simply on gas. Then you have tires, breaks, maintenance which you need to do twice a year, etc.
So honestly I don’t think you will have one any time soon my friend, I’m sorry.
@@homiixide I also have a Honda to daily
@@Joshcapers that only adds costs
@@homiixide we all have dreams no need to ruin it
You got this. I own a 2009 C63 pushing 520-540 hp that I daily & a stock C450/C43. Soon to be tuned. Mercedes are reliable, just make sure it has good maintenance history and take care of it ;)
I just got mine 2 weeks ago (21’ 63) only 4K miles on it so far. It’s the last of the V8’s so I might hold on to this one. The ride can be a bit stiff in less then smooth roads but the smile this car puts on my face is worth it all. I daily a civic so when I get into this thing it’s pure bliss.
happy for u bro! hope u keep it forever
If you’ve got the oem pilot super sports on it, try pilot sport 4s- they help the ride and road noise a bit as well as improving grip. Would also recommend getting slightly wider tyres given the power
Do you have a sedan or a coupe? I´ve heard that the coupe is even stiffer.
As a c63s owner, you NEED to put some wrap protection on the driver and passenger doors. Mines in the hyacinth red and you can quite noticeably see the wheel spray on the bottom of the doors from the front wheels and i still avoid gravel roads like the plague
I have a 2015 w205 c300 got it with 21k miles back in 2017 she has 124k miles on it now and she been nothing but reliable just overall basic maintenance never had a check engine light on. Key things to worry about is wheel cracking and Mbtex cracking on the seats.
i also have a 2015 c300 4matic sport, got it in 2018 with 53k miles- i’m now at 124k no issues either. just regular maintenance.
This is a C63 we’re talking about. Not a base model c300
Been looking for a comprehensive video on the w205 C63, enjoyed every bit of this.
Thank you!
I love my 2016 c63S sedan. Will never sell it. All stock. Dont need to do anything to it. 😊
I have almost 60k miles on my 2019 c63s sedan already, and this car has been a blast. Have had no breakdowns of any sort, and has delivered plenty of smiles.
I’m looking at one tomorrow, did you get an extended warranty for it?
@@HyLifeSociety Not yet. Probably will.
Hey - @hiddenWen - U had any majoy problems with you car? Consider to buy one, but there is alot with no knowlegde talking. I get its more expensive but overall im interested to have it many years. :-)
@@sebastianbertelsen9215 No major breakdowns. I followed the service guidelines pretty strictly (once every 10k km). That being said, the car runs through consumables (like tires, sparkplugs, break pads) pretty fast. If you don't drive like a maniac, you might save money on these parts over time, but what's the point of owning one of these without having some fun? You'll definitely have plenty of fun over the years but be prepared for the cost of running this thing.
Update?@@HiddenWen
God bless my boy dream car 🙏🏼
Just picked up a 2015 C63 AMG “non S” with around 52k miles (84k km).
I’ve got it with the sports seats and full service history from Mercedes. I’ve driven it from another city back home 600km away. Runs like a champion. Is there anything I should be worried about with such high mileage?
Your review is honest and a regular guy point of view! Thanks for the info, I am looking into one myself. Thanks again🎉🎉😊
Hey! Im a fan of your explanation videos of the amg line:) but my question is, should you buy a w204 or a w205 c63 ? Will a newer model like 2019 model be better option than a 2013 model? Thank you:)
Hey Viktor thanks for the comment. It really depends on what you want out of the car. The w205 is certainly more refined, has newer tech, better fuel economy, and a little more comfort. It’s by all measures, technically a “better” car. However, the w204 (especially 2012+) is much more raw, it evokes more excitement while driving in my opinion, and it’s just a more beastly car. I’ve had both and loved them a ton, both incredibly fun in their own right. I’d say it really comes down to your budget and do you want a more technically advanced car, or the one that’s more raw.
These will definitely be collectable...amazing car
the s and the non s have the same wheels size. the coup and the estate have 20 in in the back and 19 in on the front, while the limo has 19s all around.
one interesting thing that most people dont notice, look at 3:58 the right side where the arch that holds the top of the front connect with the car.
In a normal c-klass there are no spacers but all the c-klasses from amg except for the 202, so those 203, 204,205 have those.
Why?
The engine could not fit.
No also the 203 with the first engine, the kompressor did not have it, the version with the 5.5 v8 needed it to fit so they all have different front than normal ones.
so they have a different side panel and a longer front hood it is only about 3-4cm but if you look at it it makes huge difference, especially on the 203
One thing, when you go for a ride i after the tune never try to touch the pedal, so try not to get the turbos engaged until the oil reach 70 degrees.
when you see the 70, i drove sometimes like a berserker with 800 to 850 HP, but you wont get it broken.
I don't want to play a wise guy but the turbos were placed there for a good reason, they are as near as possible to the exhaust spo if you know how a turbo works you can think for what reason. the further the the exhausts gasses have to travel to spool up the turbos the bigger the turbo lag gets. You have to hand it to AMG, with the m177 they built a masterpiece which is one of the best engines in this era, sorry bmw but igt is what it is. You can get this engine to 1500 hps with no monster turbos like they do in the bmws and stillhave a daily driverc which will runn 200k km without having to vorry.
The vent's go on always since the engine was pu t in with a shoe spoon, and the engine runs hotter than it should, so i had a bigger intercooler sert but never did i come around to swap it,m i just had to part with it sooner than i taught, i really loved my car, my wife loved it even more, but my dad needed a artificial poubic bone, which only the titanium bone was 40 000 euro. I told my dad i will lend him the bone but when he dies ill get it back and use it s a gear shifter
so only one rule with this car
just follow the 70 degree rule
Now i have to get to the bad stuff, the Burmaster is a complete rip off. Buremaster did what bose does, they equalized the shit of it so say it is nice, but even if it is only 1000 euro, you cant use harman drivers in the door and slap a Burmaster grill on it. charge 5000 but make it ight.
the second one is , what looks like they forgot by mercedes they didnt think of the screen for the multimedia,and over this i never got to put it behind me.
Like the main guy sAID, SHIT THE SCREEN, WELL WE WILL SLAP IT ON A HOLDER AND SINCE IT ALLREADY STIKS OUT LIKE THAT TAKE THE UGLIEST WHERE THE BEZZLES TAKE 40 % OF THE SCREEN, TERRIBLE, HORROR.
I tried to sok around it and glot a nice screen, huuge, no bezzles and i was happy since it looked great, BUT, since all manufacturers were from china and not one of them taught to use, good and more expensive parts člie the capacitors and other electronic stuff< while it looked good it sounded like you have to listen to your wife pound on you verbally ever< time you take a drive for the whole drive, not gonna happen so i went back to the ugly one
i just love the old gages and would pay to have them.
the cars pulling up is really is a bigthing.Ny wife had a drivers license and never drove, never wanted to, when i got this car, i really had to hide the keys to be able to use this car. She allways was waitingfor dudes to puff up on the light and were like look at that silly thing and she would let them go ahead, opened the exhaust to sport plus and left guys in their bmws and similar jump scared when she flew buy, loosing the glassesand on the next red light, they allways stayed behind although they could but they probably saw we were laughing our asses off, and they deflated and stopped t hit the chest like the gorillas
ua-cam.com/video/WRCwLt57cQQ/v-deo.htmlsi=_xAImH8P2s4y0yk3
before the big turbos
so , i know im a few years late, but since the new c63 is a nogo, manny will look the w205s up again
I for my part liked your review, doesn't matter that a lot of stuff not there, but qa honest review from a not petrolhead to other people who aren't so interested in all the details
thank you for a different rewiev
debating on the 204 and the 205, I like the styling of the 204 though, more aggressive looking!
It’s a hard choice! They both look great in different ways. The 204 is definitely a little more raw. Make sure to check out the ultimate guide I made for the 204 c63’s.
You got it!
Get the W204 C63! You won’t regret it 😉
I’ve got a late 2020 W205 C63 Saloon. It had a particulate filter that supposedly quietens the exhaust. I’ve driven gen 1 cars and it sounds the same when the valves are open.
I love my C63, I’ve had M cars for nearly 20 years, E36,E46,E90,M140. The C63 is the more complete all rounder. Docile unless you provoke it then it’s an absolute animal, sliding as much as you want you tyres to last, and sounds like a NASCAR at full chat. I’ll keep this car until it dies or I die first. Best car I’ve ever owned.
I just bought my 2016 C63 (non-S) Coupe. One thing i have to say.. This is the the best car Mercedes ever made.. Looks very good, is fast af, sounds awesome (especially when u switch the exhaust to Sport+) And yeah.. it has the V8 Engine.. Without the stupid hybrid motor.. Def Im gonna keep this car forever.. No chace im gonna sell it.
What about cost of maintenance, repairs, major service etc? Is it far more than other "nice" sport sedans (namely american ones)? How about problems with the car? Any serious or strange issues? Or just drive the thing and do standard maintenance....
Bro you’re the only person with a review that ISNT a s
Hopefully next week i can pick up a c63s sedan 2018, not full options but it have a panoramic sunroof and it’s black the two most important things imo, can’t wait!💪🏼
Exactly what I was looking for in researching this car
Great review man. Are you Turkish originally?
Thank you! And yes.
i got my first w205 today im super stoked man super stoked
i traded my 3 series after watching this video lol
Wow congratulations and thanks for the kind words! You will enjoy it.
I had the e300. It was such a nice car. I had just a couple small issues in 3 years I owned. If you want lexury and speed This is it.
Great review, do you still own the car? Have there been any mechanical failures under warranty? Do you plan on keeping it out of warranty? I'm considering purchasing one out of warranty. Thanks bro
How much did you get it for? Im getting a 21 63 4d 9k miles for 65k. How do you enjoy the car?
i was thinking you gonna talk about probleme com on the car after 30 000
Türkiyede C63 çok gereksiz, A45S aldım, canavar. All AMG Mercs are the best for being a daily driver.
I have 2018 c63s doing brakes and rotors rn. Soooo much more expensive then the non s crazy. But if I have one or the other def the s is better not just for the more hp and torque and better wheels and the other things mentioned but it feels more sportier the the regular 63 as I drove that one as well. My opinion from experience
This is the best looking C class ever and this saloon version looks much better than the coupe and the understated look is just great. My question would be, is this better than a Mustang? Faster, obviously, but is it better?
I have a 2017 C63S coupe and apart from the electronic locking diff, I think there's no point in paying the extra for the S. A tune will get all the same power. Only reason to get the S might be for some the of interior extras, but those can also be added on options in the non S model. What I hate is that the far is terrible at putting the torque down, AWD should have been a must for this car.
lol if it was awd no one would buy it
S got that engine mount. You car really feel it in tight high speed twisties. If you spending that much on a car might as well go all out. Buying car like these is not a rationale decision, it’s 100% an emotional one. So skimping on the S to save some cash makes no sense
@@quinyboties here’s the thing, you don’t feel the adaptive engine mounts unless you’re on the track and tossing the car through turns at very high speeds. The average person doesn’t have the driving skills to need adaptive engine mounts nor will they ever be able to go fast enough to utilize them; and I guarantee that you wouldn’t even be able to tell if they were working or not. They are an option for people who don’t know any better and who don’t really understand cars or what the mounts do, and who just want to check all the option boxes because they think that’s a win.
Just because a car has “premium” options doesn’t mean that Joe Schmoe the driver needs them. A smart car buyer knows how to pay for only what they need and will use. People who are familiar with & that understand the C63 platform know that the non S model has all the same performance capabilities of the S but is $15k+ cheaper. Suspension is the same, trans is the same, motor is the same. If you want a race rear diff, then why not get an aftermarket one that’s much stronger than the one that comes from AMG at fraction of the price and one that lets you launch the car over and over without breaking. A race tune costs $1-2k and you’d have more power than the S model… So why pay an extra $15k when you can get better parts and more power going the aftermarket route?
Also buying a c63s is not really an emotional decision either, unless you’re buying a car that you can’t afford in which case a persons spending habits are the emotional problem, not the car. Knowing what car to buy, at what price, and in what given market is anything but emotional; rather it’s very calculated and planned out. Buying any car you don’t have the cask to pay off is always not a rationale decision. I looked around & studied the market for 6 months before I bought my C63S. I got mine w/ 16k miles in mint condition & pretty much fully loaded for $56k after some negotiation, which is close to half off the MSRP price so I saved plenty and only spent what I could afford to pay off in cash. I waited until that last day of the year so the dealership was desperate to get the car off their books & I bought it at the beginning of Covid because studying the market showed me that the value and prices would rise and I knew it was the last gen v8 AMG will make of this car so it will be sought after as time passes. Now the car has gone up in value and is worth more than I paid for it.
I also was lucky enough to do the same with an S2000 that i paid $13k for and is now going for ~&30-$40k in the market. Anyone can get a good deal on a car, it’s just about how you plan it out and what market you buy it in.
@@statusquoreject Imo it’s an emotion decision one as it’s a c class and you’re paying over 80k for it. Its rough, loud. You can get a nicely loaded e and even a slightly used s class for that price. I definitely feel the engine mounts when cornering but that’s prob down to the way I drive as you’ve said. I’m speaking for myself as I choose this car based on the sound and engine, that’s emotional. I’m lucky that i’m in a position that I don’t have to worry much about paying 90k for one. Anyway congrats on your c63! Enjoy it in good health
A remap on non s don't take to the power of s.. It takes it 100hp over c63s 510hp..c63 remap is near 600hp..s remap is near 630 640hp
Bro this is actually a really good review usually I get bored halve way through an review but yours was actually really interesting and relatable 🔥 keep posting
Great review! I’m considering it over the F80. 🤔 I still have 5 months to go on my lease though. I have a friend named Armand. HUGE BMW guy. He said I should get more BMWs. But I think I may listen to you my good sir
I’ll have to bring Armand on the channel to have him talk about his BMWs.
What did you decide on, 1 year later? :) The F80 is a great car and styled very well, but the exhaust can't approach the C63's. Of course, it does come in manual...
@@VersanGetryx I went with the F80 M3 BUT.... I actually sold it a few months ago. It was not what I expected. Now I am in an E90 M3. the previous generation. So far so good! haha
@@zkramez Haha, very interesting! Sounds like you ended up right where you belong! E9* chassis is great and a lot of fun. I have a '99 M Coupe myself! I had a C63 before this, worlds different.
@@VersanGetryx absolutely!
bro if your c63 is a non-s, how do you have an exhaust control button? all the c63 I see online doesn't have this feature🥺
Sport exhaust was an add-on option for non-s if I'm not mistaken.
Hello Volkan!!..I'm from Australia..Just discovered your channel..My son's name is Volkan as well!!..I also have a 2017 C63S and an 2019 E63S..both great cars and awesome to drive!..good luck and all good the best with your channel!
Wow that’s awesome haha! Thank you for the kind words and enjoy the vehicles. I haven’t had the time to make videos lately but it’s something I intend to get back into in the future. Sending well wishes.
I’m getting mine soon I can’t wait
Are u turkish if yes perfect English 😀
I had an 17 plate m2 but it got on my nerves after 2 years. I've traded it fir a 15 plate 63s and I'm over the moon. The quality is night and day difference.
Fantastic review and a very very nice car. I’m really torn between this and the BMW F80 M3. I personally think the BMW looks so much nicer, but it’s hard to go past the V8 and that sound. It really is amazing although not quite as nice as the old 6.3ltr V8. Decisions 🤔
They are not the same cars..my 2 choices too..test drove them and its just 2 different cars..c63amg tho feels a lot more expensive car...power also is way different..m3 has amazing torque but its not the same..both are same price with amg can be 10k above sometimes.. reliability amg by far..no rods no nothing..but c63 amg sedan it looks like a 220d taxi..the real choice is m4 vs c63 coupe..c63 won me cause of the interior reliability and engine..but more heavy same performance with m4..mod for mod v8 tt will have more always
@@commantrosexetlos4700 Great feed back TY :)
Funny enough I bought an F80 a couple years ago and still have it. Might have to dust off the camera and do a similar long term review.
hey man im looking for spacers for my 2009 c63 amg. where can i get soem?
Urotuning.com is where I got mine.
Im getting one on Monday anyone know what the best exhaust to get is ? I know they sound great anyway but need more 😈
Hmm all I did was a secondary cat delete which doesn’t mess with O2 sensors, but with this car I’ve seen downpipes do wonders with the amg factory sport exhaust. Otherwise, Akrapovic, AWE, etc. all have options.
not the worst review
Thank God I will buy one for myself
Is anybody able to compare ride comfort between e 350 cdi coupe (2009) and c 63 ? Thanks
Hey there. Thinking of getting one for fun probably a 2018 or so. How has it held up? Any suggestions on mileage etc you’d suggest? Thanks!
see i like them , but my all time realistic dream car is the w204 c63 , currently i’m driving at 2013 c250 coupe so same look just a 4 banger boosted engine sadly 😔, but i’ll have it soon
I got a w205 c300 with the same 4 banger she been reliable asf I'm at 124k now man
Get the C63, you won’t regret it :)
Hey brotha, I noticed when I’m flooring it’s, when it’s changing gears, it has like a Jump or a jolt.. any ideas what I can do
You didn’t answer the most obvious question, what’s next?
We’ll have to wait and see in a few months ;)
Anyone know exactly what alloy wheels are on this, want to get them for my c class 250d.
Bought a '15 C63s in May of this year with 46k miles and its been a blast so far a few hiccups (due to age) but still fun nonetheless.
What hiccups if I may ask?
@@med7418 bad mounts (whoever messed with the mounts forgot the important bolt that holds it in place) + brakes.
Got a 2015 Edition 1 with 38k this month. Most fun car I’ve ever owned. With the performance exhaust on, I don’t even mind the Mercedes Rattle. 😉
Can't get a wire tuck job done on that thing on the windshield? Sheezus.
amg never goes out , bmw updates their new vehicle so much it immediately makes the older one look like shit , yet even a w204 still looks beautiful and this one just look s new still
Love the C63. Great review :)
Thank you!
So so lucky to have that jewl of a car … I really want the e 63s , it’s a little bigger
Thanks for this vid. What Camera are u using to film? It's very clear
Dope review man and nice car!! So true about the tone and pop differences between the 18s and 20s. I have a 20 and my boy has the 18, deff less fun sounds but im gettin tuned by 412 soon so ill be cool as you guys shortly haha
Thanks for the feedback! The good news is a tune will solve all that real quick. Just interesting to see the stock differences. Enjoy it man!
@@velocitycrew do you have any more outside exhaust clips? Been thinking about doing a secondary cat delete but from other vids it just doesn’t seem worth it and almost sounds the same to me. Also did you get a check engine light ?
Secondary cat delete did not yield a check engine light since only the primary cats have 02 sensors. These are basically just resonators on the AMG sport exhaust in 2018. Not too sure about what it’ll do on the 2020 but it’s probably the same. There’s an older video on my channel that has some gopro exhaust footage. Go to 4:45: ua-cam.com/video/jDxcXVonopM/v-deo.html
@@velocitycrew thanks for the reply and yeah the other vid helped a lot it does sound like it has more sound to it compared to stock thankyou. One more thing.. they didn’t have to drop transmission or anything extra to be able to cut off the secondary cats right? What price range did you end up paying including labor ? Just want to make sure I’m not getting over charged for something quick and easy
No worries. It’s a quick job, shouldn’t cost more than $3-400 max. Price will vary by shop but no need to drop transmission. You can access secondaries from under the car.
Any chance you sold this car to cmax? If so I think I’m buying it. Same color same options same guy built the engine and about the same milage.
Yes! It actually made more sense to sell to Carmax vs. returning the lease to Mercedes. She treated me well, congrats if you end up with it!
@@velocitycrew awesome, anything I should know before making the purchase? Are the spaces and lowering springs removed? It looks like it from the pics. I think the manager in Tampa was pulling some shady 💩and wanted the car himself.
Yeah I put the OEM springs back on and removed spacers before selling. It’s a great car, still has warranty, etc. Carmax usually conducts pretty sturdy business so that’s interesting. Best of luck getting it!
Can it do a burnout? I think that’s an important factor of a fun daily.
To your heart’s content.
Newer cars have a GPF filter which is the reason I am trading in my M2 competition for a 2017 C63.
Thank you for this review. This has helped me make my decision. I’m upgrading from a 420hp mk7 Golf R.
C class is not known for the room in the car lol
Do you have maybe CarPlay in this Mercedes?
Are these reliable? Been looking at the F80 m3 and the C63
Be sure to do a full transmission flush on the 722.9 transmission every 30k! (7g)
Brilliant review
Thank you!
The thing I hate c class drivers with there 200 bhp car acting like there driving a c63
Are you filming with a go pro or your phone⁉️
Great review I pick my estate version up next week, I immediately ordered the phone mount cup holder thingy
Yeah that is my dream car right there oh my God I like the c63 S
Do you pump regular gas or has bee and 91 ?
Valved performance exhaust or non-performance?
Also you got a Sub from me
Thank you!
Brilliant review, thanks
Thank you friend!
Amg❤
Stop yourself and get a W204
Would be nicer in yellow 😆
Hey man. Did you do anything to the exhaust? they sound great
Just a resonator delete.
How does it fit big guys I’m 6’ and 280
Should be okay. I’m 6’4 200.
@@velocitycrew pretty sure the back seat is a novelty for you lol
Do you need the s for hud?
You do not.
Thank you for this video I love it
Thanks for the feedback!
👍
Loved the review..
Thank you!
does it have apple car play?
I’m not sure if it was an option for 2018, but it is for 2019+
Really good and informative review. Q. Love that V8 rumble, but does it not become tiresome on long journeys….?
Nope, put in comfort mode on long trip and no worries.
I love my 2018 C63 Coupe , I just wish the ride wasn't so rough lol coming from a 2019 392 Charger that was something that I noticed right away!
Congrats! Def a different car, but I think with the larger wheels and thinner sidewalls if you have the 19’s you def might feel that stuffer ride.
So both the s and non s have lsd?
Or the non s has mechanical lsd and the s has an electric diff
Correct the non S has mechanical, S has electronic. I’m not sure if it was an option on the non S to upgrade.
Obviously you haven’t driven a C300 b4. Even with comfort mode on C63 still have a huge difference. The c300 just not as smooth on the power curve even driving slowly specially with you are going on a slope the transmission seem to be working really hard to get up.
One thing is when you rev it I don’t like that sound from engine
Sorry but your car inside looks ridiculous, with all those wires hanging , mounts and additional displays. All you are missing is integrated phone and you'd be up to 1989 standards of luxury. no hate just having fun.
Did not acknowledge those coolant leaks though 👀😂
Hey bro . Do you think these better than m3/m4 for daily? Gas tank and all that good stuff too
Honestly it’s just based on personal preference. Both are great cars, just depends which appeals to you more. Fuel economy is probably similar on both, maybe the M3/4 is slightly better?
how much did you spend on maintenance during the 3 years
Not much beyond the 1500 mile service, then standard oil changes every 10k miles. I did also have to do brake pads twice, but that’s it. Maybe $1800-2000 total? Don’t quote me on that but it wasn’t crazy high considering I did everything through the dealer (car was a lease).
Over 1k subs! Keep it up man!
Thank you my friend!
Would you prefer c63 or c63s