Griffith 500 to C63 AMG ..Shall I ?

[Steelnads]

I bought My rosso pearl Griff 500 when it was 4 months old and with 4000 miles (from a wealthy banker who bought it new as an "ornanent"). It has been part of family life for 15 years now and as such the kids have grown up with it and dont want it to go and neither do I. The problem is I only did 200 miles in it last year because and have had no opportunity to use it. Its still like new (yes realy is like new) and has covered just 22000 miles.

As I said, I just dont use it now. I cant take it to work because as it may get vandalised... I worry about spoiling it for general running about usage.
I am thinking about buying a C63 AMG Mercedes (+ performance pack)that can be used daily and left anywhere and selling the Griffith.

What do you think Griffith is worth and will I regret the move. Has anyone switched over or can offer me an insight to owning the Mercedes ?

Thanks in advance for your comments

[Steelnads]

Hi Everyone thanks for your input...very useful.

Smartypantts. Thanks for the Jag suggestion but not sure about them.

7 TVR. Thanks for telling about your experiences of the 55s, Iwas looking at those and they are beasts aswell.

Jeboa. In answer to your relevant comments about vandalism. I would care less about a merc being vandalised (obviously other than the money) as it is a tool for getting around,although a very nice one. The TVR holds more sentimental value to me and would deteriorate from the beautiful condition it is in very quickly, I fear. I already buzz about in a transit van but your suggestion about the diesel merc is woth looking into. Thanks

Any ideas on Value ?

[Steelnads]

Right !
I was borderline before but now I am keeping it.Thanks to everyone for the comments and suggestions. Life has been hectic for the last year but I reckon I should have more time to enjoy it soon. I suppose it's like a long term relationship you have to work at it. The kids and Mrs will be away at the end of the month so I have booked in the diary some special time, just the two of us.

With regards to the C63 The plan is to reduce my budget and get an older one or maybe something else with some grunt for daily use.

Reeso. Hello mate, thanks for your comments about the car and they were enough for me to decide to keep it. That Audi is tasty, I like your style.

Thanks Again and I will post up a pic of the new tool when it arrives/ I have saved up enough pennies

[Steelnads]

Hi Folks. Time for an update.

Well it is almost a year and a half since I started this thread and I have made an effort to use My Griffith more. The mileage has crept up to 23943 but this is not enough only averaging 100 miles a month or so. I have looked at quite a lot of C63 AMG over recent months and I am surprised at how "rough" most of them are, badly maintained and grubby so I have in fact leapt in head first and ordered a new C63 AMG 507 coupe .... right that's done. It will be a sad day when the Griff goes but it has to be done and so I am now going to list it for sale on Pistonheads.

It is still in the same amazing condition. What is the market like for Griffiths at the moment and what would you say the car is worth ? Any advice would be much appreciated. I will try and upload a picture for your information/enjoyment. Cheers

Edited by Steelnads on Saturday 8th February 17:12

[Steelnads]

Grr.. cant upload the pics of my phone without it crashing but will take some more on my camera and put them up. Thanks for your comments. I reckon about £20000 is a fair price....what do you think ? Regardless of whether I buy a new car or not I am selling the Griff. I am well aware that depreciation is going to be a killer on the c63 and have looked hard at used and the cheapest 507 model I have found at a dealer (and they wont negotiate) is only a few k less than new. A 5 year old car, often with several owners and not in my spec can be had for 22k ish upwards. I know depreciation is bad but the prospect of buying a used one that has a major failure is worse for me and I anticipate keeping this for 10+ years so I am taking a longer view. On this occasion I am putting the calculator away (which is unusual for me).

So 20k ?

[Steelnads]

Thanks smartypants

[Steelnads]

Hi Alanw. That is a formidable car history and you are probably well qualified to give to opinion. I am pleased its the "nuts" .... I paid the 10% deposit and checked the spec yesterday.... so excited, the 2 month wait will be painfull.

Cheers

[Steelnads]

Hi Qbee. Thanks for the heads up on your friends audi but I am after NA "old school" grunt. I am going into this with my eyes wide open with regards to depreciation and perhaps your friend should have done his homework also. I would imagine it is painfull if your not expecting it. Cheers

[Steelnads]

well folks £19,995, the red one in classifieds and had some enquiries already.... too late now !

[Steelnads]

Hi folks it's time to update this old thread from a few years back. After 3 years of ownership my 507 coupe is still such a thrilling machine and with regards to depreciation... when I called into my local dealership today the sales manager advised me that reasonable spec (and not abused ex lease) are in demand, fetching a premium and are shooting up in value. He strongly advised me not to sell it. I reckon it is in fact turning out to be a cheap car to own. (Obviously ignoring fuel costs ☺)