W204 C63 AMG - What do I need to know?

[h17jde]

Hi Folks,

Very rare post to the forum's for me... and looking to enthusiastically change that.

I'm an extremely happy new owner of a W204 C63 AMG Estate that I picked up privately a couple of weeks ago.

The spec is 2014, low miles (18k), Iridium Silver, pretty much immaculate and still under Mercedes/AMG warranty. Just wanted to introduce myself and ask a few questions...

a) There are a lot of squeaks coming from the central dash. Is this normal? I know the suspension is very firm, so it's seem inevitable.

b) Engine heat. I know we are experiencing some very hot weather, but when I pull up on my drive way the (single?) fan is working very hard. Is this normal? I know it's a bloody big engine, and so I suspect it is normal but just wanted to check.

c) Tyres... it is currently running on Conti's. When the time comes to replace them (soon I expect), I was thinking of switching to Michelin's... any experiences that can be shared me on this one?

d) Finally - is there anything else that I should be aware of?

All in all.... I absolutely love this machine. I know that Chris Harris made a point of how much of a masterpiece this engine is... but I tell you, it really is!!!

Pictures available on request

[h17jde]

Thanks for the responses, people! Much appreciated.

Relieved to know there is nothing to worry about - except for my bank balance on refuelling! Fully prepared for that though, so I’m still thoroughly enjoying my trips to the local petrol station where the car seems to get a lot of attention! 😬

I had found the AMG screen and I think it’s great. On the heat levels... on a spritited drive, I’ve been around the 112c mark (oil) which is above what has been noted in the previous post. Should I be worried?

And it looks like I’ll be changing to Michelin’s when the tyres need replacing. What’s the average life span for tyres in this group?

Interesting question.... I love fast estates.... where do I go from here? I know I’ve only had this car a few weeks, but it doesn’t stop me from planning / dreaming. 😎

A silver 507 estate would certainly be of interest if one popped up.

[h17jde]

Phew. Yes, for normal driving, it’s 105c for my journey to work. And then temporarily higher if I’m driving it hard.

18” wheels... where is the best place to source those? MB directly? I understand the reasoning... but a bit of a shame because the 19”s look sooo good! Anyone got some pics of a silver estate on the 18”s?

Back to concerns, I’ve got a rather strange ‘grinding’ noise on the occasional start up. It lasts no longer than a second, and it’s on the initial fire up. Anyone else heard this before? It’s such a hard noise to explain... imagine waggling around a gear stick with your foot on the clutch.

I’ve just booked up to drive over to Honfleur in a couple of weeks... excited. Anyone else done the same trip and any recommended roads?

[h17jde]

krisdelta said:

+1 if the ride isn’t a problem and you’re not killing tyres / wheels then stick with the 19”, they do look fantastic. I’m in Honfleur currently, will report in at the end of the week.

Agreed - I'm comfortable with the ride as it is. I just have to stay focused and avoid the pot holes!

How did you get on in Honfleur?

I've now booked my car in for a paint correction and protection with a rather special place around the corner from me - Universal Classic Cars. I'll post some pictures when they are done with it (end of September).

Still totally in love with this car, and so is everyone else apparently. Starting the v8 is a great way to start a Friday!!