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      05-24-2020, 05:16 PM   #1
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AMG vs M

I currently own less than 40K miles 2013 BMW E92 M3 ZCP package coupe, but there's a lot of good deals out on a new car out there.

Any input of people here who own or used to own an AMG.
I'm looking at 2019-2020 C43 AMG sedan w/ exhaust package. It's currently the same price as a use 2017 F80 which is crazy.

I love my E92 but man the C43 AMG looks and sounds nice and have the new technologies.

Any input would be great.
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      05-24-2020, 05:40 PM   #2
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What I can tell you is:

BMW M cars have a much larger following, opposed to Mercedes AMG cars. Probably due to the fact that M cars have an certain driving experience to them, which AMG can not replicate. Yes, the AMG can be fast in a straight line, with gobs of torque. But they just feel like spaceships on wheels, or even like an American luxury car.

M cars seem to ALWAYS go for a lot of money at dealer auctions. Much more than any AMG. This is because a lot more dealers tend to bid on them. (The reason why I give you the dealer auctions example, is because dealers have a direct impact on the value of vehicles)

My advice. Go test drive an AMG, then the M3. I notice as I am getting older, the more I admire Mercedes. More of a relaxed driving feel. Just hit the pedal and go.
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      05-24-2020, 05:46 PM   #3
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I’d like a new E63 AMG BiTurbo but can’t afford one. The last generation is more affordable, but does not handle as well. I like the AWD for putting the power down and for winter use.
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      05-24-2020, 05:55 PM   #4
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I’d like a new E63 AMG BiTurbo but can’t afford one. The last generation is more affordable, but does not handle as well. I like the AWD for putting the power down and for winter use.
Yes I agree.

The e63 AMG is sweet. (Id prefer the wagon)
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      05-24-2020, 07:33 PM   #5
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I currently own less than 40K miles 2013 BMW E92 M3 ZCP package coupe, but there's a lot of good deals out on a new car out there.

Any input of people here who own or used to own an AMG.
I'm looking at 2019-2020 C43 AMG sedan w/ exhaust package. It's currently the same price as a use 2017 F80 which is crazy.

I love my E92 but man the C43 AMG looks and sounds nice and have the new technologies.

Any input would be great.
My wife had a C450 (V6) couple years ago. It was a decent car but nothing really special. The issue with these cars (M340, C43, S4) is that they all have similar powertrain (V6 turbo) and driving dynamics (numb). I had the prev. gen (2016) E63 wagon which was a great car (still kicking myself for getting rid of it). Those are going for ~$60K if you want a clean one. I'd much rather have one of those than current C43 or even C63.
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      05-24-2020, 08:23 PM   #6
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I currently own less than 40K miles 2013 BMW E92 M3 ZCP package coupe, but there's a lot of good deals out on a new car out there.

Any input of people here who own or used to own an AMG.
I'm looking at 2019-2020 C43 AMG sedan w/ exhaust package. It's currently the same price as a use 2017 F80 which is crazy.

I love my E92 but man the C43 AMG looks and sounds nice and have the new technologies.

Any input would be great.
C43 AMG will be more modern and numb, think better daily driver but less excitement and character.

I wouldn't blame you either way, it depends on what you are looking for but a C43 AMG will never be a raw and visceral as an E90x M and an E90x will never be as comfortable, refined or torquey.

Pick your path.
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      05-24-2020, 08:37 PM   #7
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I wonder if the e63 AMG 8 bi turbo is more reliable than the f10 m5.

I’ve seen a lot of engine issues on the m5 forum. Rod bearings are needed to prolong the life. And even those won’t bullet proof the engine.
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Yes I agree.

The e63 AMG is sweet. (Id prefer the wagon)
I was thinking about the wagon for practicality since I haul lumber, tools, dogs sometimes. I was at the drag strip years ago when the AWD 5.5L BiTurbo was new and watched a wagon run 122 mph. It had only a couple of thousand miles on it. Wagon is heavier than the sedan so it is a little slower, but it’s easy to mod that motor. Wagon seems to be about $10k premium over the sedan.
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      05-24-2020, 11:33 PM   #9
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I wonder if the e63 AMG 8 bi turbo is more reliable than the f10 m5.

I’ve seen a lot of engine issues on the m5 forum. Rod bearings are needed to prolong the life. And even those won’t bullet proof the engine.
I was looking at F10 too, there's a few of them that is still low milage and stock.
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      05-25-2020, 07:21 AM   #10
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The twin turbo V8 has a reputation as a maintenance nightmare. If you don’t have an extended warranty or are not an advanced DIYer, you could be in for some expensive bills.
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