AMG GTS FUTURE VALUES

[Kerniki]

Zippee said:

Calza said:

andy43 said:

I’ve heard an argument with the w205 C63 that the non S with a more reliable mechanical diff is preferred for more controlled drifts but in order of desirability I’d go C, S, then std GT. Not sure the std GT has an exhaust button but I might be wrong on that? The S got clever engine mounts too - a lot more tech for not much more money on the used market.
The C is just so right imho. Wide body, road car suspension. The very rare coupe just looks stunning but I’d go soft top.

Aren't the dynamic mounts an option on the S?

Correct, same with the C but I believe (Happy to be wrong) standard on the R

Mounts are Standard on C as well.

Engines are identical on C & R but the GT/S run different injectors i believe, maybe some other engine differences.

Stage 1 on the R&C produces 680hp reliable (40k miles across both models for me) easy to go more on engine but toque on gearbox gets dodgy

Edited by Kerniki on Sunday 24th December 16:58

[T5GRF]

Those of you running one - what have you done about warranty? Most of the cars I’m looking at (C and R) don’t have any Mercedes extended warranty, to put one on a car where it’s lapsed for a C is around £3k which is pretty eye watering! They seem to be pretty reliable but I can imagine some big bills when things do go wrong

[Kerniki]

6 years in on mine (gtc), extended after year 3 but was pointless, 45k miles in at 680 hp and numerous track days and nadda, peeling lacquer on front callipers and that’s it, changed gearbox oil at 30k which is the cars weaker point, old oil as clean as a whistle.

I’ve run an s63 cabrio and GTR over the same period since new, again, nothing and not bothered extending, again @ 680 hp but gearbox is a full auto on this.

[T5GRF]

Kerniki said:

6 years in on mine (gtc), extended after year 3 but was pointless, 45k miles in at 680 hp and numerous track days and nadda, peeling lacquer on front callipers and that’s it, changed gearbox oil at 30k which is the cars weaker point, old oil as clean as a whistle.

I’ve run an s63 cabrio and GTR over the same period since new, again, nothing and not bothered extending, again @ 680 hp but gearbox is a full auto on this.

Thanks for sharing this, they do seem to be pretty bullet proof so it’s tempting to not bother especially given the cost - unless buying from a Mercedes main dealer of course as they include a 2 year AMG warranty.

I’m erring in the side of a GTC Roadster now, I live the GTR but my fun cars have always been soft tops and I think I’d miss getting the roof down on the 3 days a year it’s not raining.

Just being nosey - who do you use to maintain your AMG cars, I’m very close to a main dealer in Stevenage so I guess I’ll stick to using them as I don’t know if any decent local specialists.

[Zippee]

T5GRF said:

Kerniki said:

6 years in on mine (gtc), extended after year 3 but was pointless, 45k miles in at 680 hp and numerous track days and nadda, peeling lacquer on front callipers and that’s it, changed gearbox oil at 30k which is the cars weaker point, old oil as clean as a whistle.

I’ve run an s63 cabrio and GTR over the same period since new, again, nothing and not bothered extending, again @ 680 hp but gearbox is a full auto on this.

Thanks for sharing this, they do seem to be pretty bullet proof so it’s tempting to not bother especially given the cost - unless buying from a Mercedes main dealer of course as they include a 2 year AMG warranty.

I’m erring in the side of a GTC Roadster now, I live the GTR but my fun cars have always been soft tops and I think I’d miss getting the roof down on the 3 days a year it’s not raining.

Just being nosey - who do you use to maintain your AMG cars, I’m very close to a main dealer in Stevenage so I guess I’ll stick to using them as I don’t know if any decent local specialists.

Steer will clear of MB Stevenage. I use Bedford and a number of others I know use bishop's stortford and are happy.

Ps - you can get a GTR roadster

[T5GRF]

Zippee said:

Steer will clear of MB Stevenage. I use Bedford and a number of others I know use bishop's stortford and are happy.

Ps - you can get a GTR roadster

The GTR roadster is sadly outside my budget.

Thanks for the heads up re Stevenage. On the sales side of things Stevenage have been very helpful, Bedford much less so .I’m off to look at a GTC roadster at lunchtime

[Kerniki]

T5GRF said:

Kerniki said:

6 years in on mine (gtc), extended after year 3 but was pointless, 45k miles in at 680 hp and numerous track days and nadda, peeling lacquer on front callipers and that’s it, changed gearbox oil at 30k which is the cars weaker point, old oil as clean as a whistle.

I’ve run an s63 cabrio and GTR over the same period since new, again, nothing and not bothered extending, again @ 680 hp but gearbox is a full auto on this.

Thanks for sharing this, they do seem to be pretty bullet proof so it’s tempting to not bother especially given the cost - unless buying from a Mercedes main dealer of course as they include a 2 year AMG warranty.

I’m erring in the side of a GTC Roadster now, I live the GTR but my fun cars have always been soft tops and I think I’d miss getting the roof down on the 3 days a year it’s not raining.

Just being nosey - who do you use to maintain your AMG cars, I’m very close to a main dealer in Stevenage so I guess I’ll stick to using them as I don’t know if any decent local specialists.

Sorry, mine are done at Bordeaux, had a couple of services done at Gatwick and they were very good.

I moved away from the GTR roadster and replaced with the GTC, for me the GTC looks cleaner as rear wing isnt fixed, springs are softer so better for road use and interior is nicer as its not dominated by the bright yellow traction knob, all subjective points of course. Put the cup2s from the gtr on the GTC and map it and its pretty much identical to the gtr in performance (especially with CCB option ticked, which was an option on the gtr to)

[T5GRF]

Thanks for clarifying your experiences with servicing.
The GTC does seem to be the best overall package for road use. I viewed a red GTC locally today, lovely car but I don’t think the colour would be my preference.
I made some enquiries (and offers) on a few cars prior to Xmas, by chance one of the dealers I spoke to was back in contact with me today accepting an offer I’d made, so watch this space as they say…

[Calza]

I've just bought a GTS, stop talking about GTC's as you're all making me very jealous!

[GTRene]

Calza said:

I've just bought a GTS, stop talking about GTC's as you're all making me very jealous!

GTC and GTR come with RWS and the wider body's with lovely vent holes, but I believe on later GTS it was also possible to ad RWS as option? not sure anymore.

[T5GRF]

Deposit paid today so hopefully I’ll be the proud new owner of an AMG GTR by Thursday next week once I’ve been on a road trip to collect it. Excited - yep!

[GTRene]

good for you, making me jealous
congrats and let us know what you think of it, although the weather is way to cold for the almost 600hp and 1530 or so kg

[T5GRF]

GTRene said:

good for you, making me jealous
congrats and let us know what you think of it, although the weather is way to cold for the almost 600hp and 1530 or so kg

Thanks - I’ve got a fair journey to collect it so I’m praying we don’t get any snow next week…

[Kerniki]

Grats T5, i envy you that first time experience with the GT, what a day!

One of the best cars ive ever purchased, is it the roadster?

Obviously pics are in order

[T5GRF]

Kerniki said:

Grats T5, i envy you that first time experience with the GT, what a day!

One of the best cars ive ever purchased, is it the roadster?

Obviously pics are in order

Thanks - budget wouldn’t stretch to a roadster, it’s a coupe with a nice spec -

AMG Sports bucket seats
Luggage compartment cover
Exterior AMG Carbon Fibre Package I
AMG high-performance ceramic composite braking system
Exterior AMG Carbon Fibre Package II
AMG carbon-fibre door sill panels
AMG Indoor car cover
19"/20" AMG Performance forged-alloy wheels (4) - 5-twin-spoke design
Automatic child seat recognition sensor
Rear aerofoil in carbon fibre
Seat belts in yellow
designo Selenite Grey Magno
Exclusive nappa leather/DINAMICA microfibre black with yellow stitching
Premium Package
Burmester hifi
Keyless go
Performance steering wheel in DINAMICA
Reverse camera
AMG interior night package

Pics will follow once I’ve made the trip to collect t her next week!

[Zippee]

T5GRF said:

Thanks - budget wouldn’t stretch to a roadster, it’s a coupe with a nice spec -

AMG Sports bucket seats
Luggage compartment cover
Exterior AMG Carbon Fibre Package I
AMG high-performance ceramic composite braking system
Exterior AMG Carbon Fibre Package II
AMG carbon-fibre door sill panels
AMG Indoor car cover
19"/20" AMG Performance forged-alloy wheels (4) - 5-twin-spoke design
Automatic child seat recognition sensor
Rear aerofoil in carbon fibre
Seat belts in yellow
designo Selenite Grey Magno
Exclusive nappa leather/DINAMICA microfibre black with yellow stitching
Premium Package
Burmester hifi
Keyless go
Performance steering wheel in DINAMICA
Reverse camera
AMG interior night package

Pics will follow once I’ve made the trip to collect t her next week!

Nice spec, I'll look forward to seeing some pics

[T5GRF]

I’ll get some up assuming all goes well with collection. I’m off to Mercedes Exeter to collect it Wednesday afternoon.
It’ll be going in for front PPF once I get it back.

[Kerniki]

T5GRF said:

I’ll get some up assuming all goes well with collection. I’m off to Mercedes Exeter to collect it Wednesday afternoon.
It’ll be going in for front PPF once I get it back.

thats where i first test drove one and fell in love, when Ben Ford was there

Great spec btw, will you venture to the track? dms in sotton is your man for mapping btw (if so desired)

[T5GRF]

Kerniki said:

thats where i first test drove one and fell in love, when Ben Ford was there

Great spec btw, will you venture to the track? dms in sotton is your man for mapping btw (if so desired)

Thanks, it is a nice spec and I absolutely love the colour although slightly apprehensive about how well the paint will wear hence the PPF and it’ll have a ceramic coating applied to the rest of it whilst there.
I might try and get on track later this year, it’ll probably stay standard for the immediate future as it has 2 years AMG warranty with it.

[Calza]

How does the GTR / GTC do for traction?

My old M5 was awful but even in colder temps the GTS is absolutely superb so far, can't believe how much it has.