buying E63

[hdiam1950]

I am contemplating buying an E63 saloon for daily use ,£25-£30k. around 2009/2010 .any do's and dont's please .Harry.

[V8VGerry]

Do!


Sorry, can't really help but to say I have an E63, what an amazing machine. I caoe out of a AM Vantage a few months ago to get it, and whilst it does not get the looks the AM did, it is so much more fun to drive and the difference in power is ridiculous!



Cheers

Gerry

[turbo2]

Do

I have had my E63 for 2 years and it's the probably the best car I have owned.

Outrageous power seats 5 adults etc etc had TVR's Porches and RS6 previously.
Not sure you will get 2009//2010 for that budget unless it has big miles on it.

Good luck

[developer215]

I've had mine a few months now (a wagon) - it's just epic. For your budget you may be looking at a W211.

They have the previous suspension, steering and a torque converter based gearbox, but are still monumental.

[toby tucker]

just awesome

Freedom contracts doing e63 estate at £523/month(ex)

[bompey]

be careful with the lease companies as the rate may be low but if they can't deliver then its not worth anything.

[docdale]

Great cars.
Just changed my 2010 E63 (6.2 n/a) for a brand new 2013 E62 (5.5 TT).
You cant go wrong really if you buy from a dealer as i think warranty essential with that type of car. 30k or 3 year service includes the diff oil change (an extra £500) so that service costs nearly £1000. Also brakes expensice so if you buying a 2010 with 30k+ miles check had the diff service and has good tyres and brakes.
Worth getting a panoramic roof as adds to resale as was standard from 2011 I think.
The performance pack (alcantara steering wheel etc) nice but not essential. Media pack with iphone connection good (may be standard on 2010).
Mine was lovely car in great condition. I part-ex'd at Solihull.
let me know if need any more info. I did 16k miles with not a problem.
Dale

[Mosdef]

Do!!

The engine you'll get will be the more responsive 6.2, with a higher redline to boot. You'll also get the torque converter auto, which I think suits the car better than the newer automated manuals.

Usual caveats apply but they're amazing cars, regardless of their iteration.

[mr_oversteer]

Do!! Make sure you check it over properly, I bought mine from a main Mercedes dealer only to find out that it had been involved in a heavy rear end smash that wasn't on the HPI.

I wouldn't get one without the Performance Pack (unless you like spinning the inside rear wheel), try and get a W212 as it handles much micer then the W211 plus it has the MCT gearbox which is nicer then having the torque converter.

Best car I've ever driven

[hdiam1950]

thanks for all your comments. if i bought from a good source for say £35k and wanted to dispose of it in 6 months time, still senslble miles,how much would be attainable and are these cars saleable? Harry

[developer215]

I'd suggest the value will drop like a stone (relatively speaking) even after only 6 months, and it will only appeal to a very limited market, so may be a mare to shift on.

Best 6 months motoring you'll have though.

The one at MB Salisbury (though a wagon - even better) would be worth a punt - it's been up for some time now.

Edited by developer215 on Tuesday 3rd December 20:58

[Emeritus]

developer215 said:

I'd suggest the value will drop like a stone (relatively speaking) even after only 6 months, and it will only appeal to a very limited market, so may be a mare to shift on.

Best 6 months motoring you'll have though.

The one at MB Salisbury (though a wagon - even better) would be worth a punt - it's been up for some time now.

Edited by developer215 on Tuesday 3rd December 20:58

Why do you think that? Not that I disagree I have been Loosely watching prices for the past 3 months and I haven't noticed a considerable shift?

[JEA1K]

I can't see how/why an E63 would depreciate at any rapid rate? The C63's are and will because of the number on the market and lots coming on because of the contract hire/lease periods ending but I dont think there are so many E63's in circulation.

[developer215]

What I'm suggesting is what a buyer buys at will be significantly different to what he'll be offered for it in 6 months, particularly if measured in % loss terms.

I can hear the sharp intake of dealer breath now - "well Sir, it's a high tax, high consumption, high running cost big petrol that nobody wants anymore"

Private purchase, private resale may be different though, if the seller can find an enthusiast.

Albeit with the initial new car depreciation, mine dropped £60K in three years