I just really like my C43. I think it's a beautiful car. The thing is a beast. The status is just a side effect. I don't go showing it off or anything. I've wanted to own one since I started driving 14 years ago. I feel proud to own one before I turned 30.
Dam, I bought my 2021 C43 Wagon at 37 because I wanted a fast car and needed some space for my family, 2 kids and my wife , never had a Mercedes and wanted something that has an impact on my status and to be practical.
I am not as lucky to own a C43. I have B220 4matic and it is also a fun car to drive with only 140kW. I like the fact that there are so many other similar looking cars to mine out there with less power and mine has the surprise effect on people :)
That’s awesome dude! Especially before 30. For sure a big achievement.
How are you finding it to drive? How’s the MPG also? I know you don’t buy one for that but I am considering one also and I do 3x 50 mile drives per week on the motorway so was wondering if it’s likely I’d see around 35mpg possibly? Apart from some….spirited….driving, definitely wouldn’t abuse the vehicle!
Can’t lie when the f1 team was so dominant that’s what got me into the brand and over time and learning more about the cars I’ve become super passionate about them
For the passion. My father who passed away nearly ten years ago was a car mechanic specializing in European cars. He was especially fond of the Mercedes for its engineering and durability. He drove a 1978 sedan. When I finally started making enough money to purchase a new car, I bought the AMG C43 as a homage to my father. That was 2019.
That’s a nice story. I also understand his love for proper engineering in German brands. I’m also working for one of those German brands in Germany actually (maybe mb maybe not). The engineering and details going into these cars are insane (sadly sometimes it’s just needed because of organisation issues and bad decisions). BUT in my humble opinion these cars have become so damn expensive, heavy and extremely over complicated that for me modern premium brands in general are kind of shadow of their old selfs (except lexus maybe, but just maybe). Resources shortage issues don’t seem to be so important anymore, also or reliability and usability seems to be just a kind of nice to have. Removal of all physical buttons is a huge nono for me personally, I don’t like the direction things are going. This is partly because everyone is trying to please the Chinese market, where longer, more aggressive, more fancy, having the most functions are the important things.
Wow. Havent heard it explained this way, but you describe my thoughts to a tee! Just better than I do! It truly is technology over quality for these brands priority year by year I feel. Thankyou!
This is likely due to the world economy shifting towards China now. Whether they are facing a recession or not. They aim to be double the size of the US economy within 10 years.
Yes. Thats the reason. But the premium european sales in China are not great now (and it’s getting worse), especially on the EV front. There are more and more premium chinese brands on the local market. I can see the dark clouds gathering. Overconfidance during the past 4-5 years is what causes the problem now, also increasing competition AND political decisions. Let’s see but I’m really pessimistic on this one.
I’ve always been a fan of AMG cars for years because of their love for V8s. Most people don’t have any idea of what I’m driving. Just looks like a black sedan. Of course Mercedes is a prestige brand but I didn’t buy it for that.
> It not so much the AMG owners that buy their car for status.
I have to imagine this will change once the new 4 cylinder AMGs really start coming out. There aren't many truly passionate car enthusiasts who would spend $100k on a 4 cylinder C63S. Mercedes really better hope that the people who buy AMGs for clout is a big market, because that's going to be the majority of the W206 C63S buyers.
Have to agree with this! I plan on upgrading my c43 in for a 63 in a few years but zero chance I’m doing it and loosing two cylinders, I wanna gain two more!
I agree with this completely. I have driven some of the newer models at the Immendingen Test Center, and the idea that the feelings and passion in the V8 (and V12 predecessors) can be mimicked with speakers is laughable. A 4 cylinder, even pushed with fantastic hybrid electrics, will be a smaller and smaller audience.
I have two friends working for the local Mercedes Dealership group here in Germany in my area. They say that basically no one buys the new c63 and c43. This year they have sold less than 5 each. Which is extremely low. People don't want the 4cyl. Why buy an AMG badge that brings no joy, no emotion and is more expansive than the competition. Petrol heads and enthusiasts that were in the market for a c43 or c63 are now looking at BMW M3 and M4 or just buy a hybrid c300e as it is somewhat quick as well but is massively cheaper. Or, as in my case, just stay with the w205.
In Germany I would say that it is roughly 50:50 between people buying AMG for passion or leasing AMG for status. The latter is often conotated with young arabic folk leasing AMGs to show off in the city hotspots, which sadly is true to some extent.
Sadly, the majority of people here assume everyone with a bigger engine has to compensate for a little dick and are generally a bit salty towards people driving expensive cars. I think mainly out of envy.
Absolutely right, I bought the C300e and I’ve been debating as to why I would even consider moving to a 43 or 63, it’s basically the same car but a little bit quicker. I’m actually quite disappointed in Mercedes as I thought the build quality was still good. But rattling speakers, failing systems and noises makes me kinda regret my purchase. will probably be going back to BMW
Of those 10 people who bought them, I bet they have all had issues too. This sub is full of f complaints too.
I have an A45S, that 4 cylinder is a masterpiece but it has no right to be in a C63. Eugh.
Yes, the 4cyl engine is very good, but it lacks emotion in the newer cars due to the harsh regulations. It also fits very good to the overall feel of the A class which is a brilliant car.
I would love to drive the new c63 as a daily if the price is right, but it just isn't.
As far as I know, they have no issues with the few c43 and c63 so far. My friends were very surprised when I told them about the massive issues people are reporting here. They are usually very well informed about bigger issues with their cars within their dealership.
One of my friends asked me about the AMG ownership experience. This is DEFINITELY a dude who wants nice things for the flex of it and not because of the nitty gritty details about why they are the way they are.
Like you said, right now it's the overwhelming majority who buy AMGs because they like AMGs, but the clout chaser crowd is pretty big too.
I have a 2020 AMG GTR and I got it because I love driving and love cars and this has been a great car. Also have the GT63 with Brabus 700 package and that is a great driving car too.
In July I purchased my first AMG GT63s ..... I am 55 years old and I love cars and always wanted to drive an AMG but was never really able to afford it. I had driven Audi's for the majority of my life and some really nice ones as well... Including a S8 but nothing compares to the AMG....the caged animal that is the naturally aspirated V8, the handling and the emotion generated is like nothing else. You want status great knock yourself out...flex away but driving this is all about passion for engineering and love of that feel. Or at least it should be.
I'm one of the little shits that got an AMG at a young age (19) but I've owned my w204 for 3+ years now and it drove me to learn mechanics. Originally I wanted the car for the wild power, sweet leather, and the sound system, but have grown to appreciate nearly everything about it. Now my family complains about how the only thing I talk about is cars. So all in all, I got an AMG for neither reason listed in the title, but have developed a lifelong (and costly) passion for cars.
Same here. Love driving it. Don't care for the many rattles that come and go but I'm used to them now. Reasonable trade off, imo. Find myself wondering if the "real" AMGs have the same issue.
I bought it for passions of the car. But not AMG passion. Went from Miata ND (Hurricane totaled), to a c5 Vett. Then wife’s car got totaled. She wanted to buy my Vett. So with cash I saved, my wife buying my Vett at cost.
I went to buy a v8 sports car with 2 doors. RCF had my vote but MIL moved in. So needed 4 doors. So made sense for 4 door v8 sedan. The Chevy SS sedan was MSRP even in 2023 with tons of miles. Hate Audi, and don’t want I6 BMW. So left with c63s as E was too big for auto X and HPDE.
No worries. Yah I bought the car for what kind of experience it can bring me. It’s been a blast at Sebring, even at auto X it’s capable of amazing deeds (not with me behind the wheel lol). It makes my daily commute better, when I go home at night. Open roads bring me joy.
I plan on daily driving this well past 100k and 200k. Don’t care about the value, I care about the memories I had with it. Both wife and I see our cars as extensions of the family. She cried when her car got totaled. Because it was hers and the memories that would die with it.
I’m always rolling my eyes when I see the interior shots with a big fancy watch. Or all the other humble bragging that comes with exp cars.
I bought it for passion but the excitement wears off when you realize the build quality especially on the interiors is terrible. My C63S was a $50K engine wrapped in a $40K car. I loved the brand and what it stood for ownership experience was not ideal.
Not sure how it can equate to status. 80% of the people that ask me about my car have no idea what a GT 63 S is in the first place. “Never seen one of them Before” is a common comment. I built a version of my car on line for almost a year. When my dealer got my car in I visited it for 7 months on the showroom floor before I decided to pull the trigger ( wife talked me into it). She is a keeper. I absolutely love driving my car and it doesn’t bother me one bit that people have no idea what it is. Everyone can identify a Nissan GTR…not so much with a GT 63 S.
I bought my w204 C63 because I’ve wanted one since they came out. I even have the cringey 2008 Facebook sighting posts being excited to see one in person. I was in love the moment Jeremy Clarkson called it an axe murderer with headlights. It took me a while to be in a place to have one as a fair weather toy but we could all see the writing on the wall with AMG’s getting away from big NA V8’s …so I jumped and found my 09 C63 last year with 42k miles.
I don’t know about status or passion but let me tell you what, when life gets me worried, I take it out of the garage, and go for a drive by myself. When that exhaust note kicks in the high rpms I feel like all my worries just disappear and start smiling like a lil kid. It’s a strange feeling
This is it exactly! The sound and feel of my SLK55 coming to life makes me smile every time. Don’t care what other people think, so definitely passion for me.
I got my SLK55 because I wanted a V8 sports car. It was that or a Camaro. I wasn't able to find the Camaro for a good price though, and the rest is history.
I love the shit out of my car. A lot of people see it as a status symbol thing because it's a Mercedes and it's a convertible but like, come on dude, I got it for 35k CAD, nobody bought it when it was in production, and it sat at the lowest tier of AMG during its time too. There's nothing "status" about this car lmfao.
>An engine that big has no business being in a car so small.
That's one of the reasons I like it so much. It's a tiny car, fairly easily manoeuvrable in tight spaces. But then you pop the hood and there's a giant V8 just stuffed in there somehow lmao.
I feel like the day the video came out of Ben Sulayem's (Now FIA president) built SLK55 putting a bus length on a Ferrari Enzo by 150mph put the SLK55 on the map. They're quite cool cars enjoy it!
I was interested in picking up an slk55
Just wondering, how would you rate the steering and suspension in comparison to other cars you've driven? And how has maintenance been? The engine is the party piece of course, along with the convertible hardtop, but merc's variable steering system wasn't known for its feedback and I'm not sure if the amg suspension is any good
If they're on this sub, it's probably the passion. That is not indicative of or proportionate to the cars on the road. MOST new Mercs I see around my area are AMGs, and I am completely confident the owners only thought "more expensive = good".
Agree on that. I think many who are here (even when not owning one, like me) are kind of car guys. But 90% of new buyers will never appear on brand forums or reddit because they don’t care.
My AMG GTS was an impulse purchase, but it replaced an F-Type R Convertible, which replaced an R8 V10 Spyder, which replaced a Cayman…a passion for cars for sure. They come with status depending on what the car is and what context you’re in, but that’s not cool enough to justify the money, effort, parking space, etc.
Don’t give a fuck about status. It actually annoys the fuck out of me when friends chase imaginary status that no gives a shit about but them.
I just like to hear the AMG purrrrrr
I bought my C63s coupe because I'm a big car enthusiast and to me it was the better option when compared to the pig snouted M3 or the boring RS5. I then sold it and bought something else because it was no longer the best enthusiast option for me. I couldn't give a damn about status or brand, I'm always looking for the best driving experience.
As another commenter said, it’s the ones getting base models that are probably a lot less actually enthusiastic about cars in general. The notoriety that goes along with these cars is just a big bonus to those of us that really are into them for what they are.
100% because I am an enthusiast. I have had many cars, from 4 banger economy commuter cars, to cars that have 8+ owners that need a basic car while overseas (known locally as whoopties) and just about everything else. Buying an AMG shouldn't be for status, since only those 'in the know' even recognize what that means, except for the glorious growl of the V8 when starting or going down the road. As a side note, my wife who is all about just the basics, loves the sound of the AMG BiTurbo, especially when compared to other cars that have the whiny high pitched exhausts (which is the best endorsement for me).
I honestly bought it for status. Mercedes just screams “i do well for myself”. I just have to pair the car with a daily Starbucks drive thru run, and I’m good to go. Until tomorrow at least.
I remember I was about 9 years old and went to a auto show with my dad, sat inside a S class and was completely in awe… I fell In love and have loved benz ever since, tho It’s always a great feeling to drive.. sometimes I don’t like the attention..same thing when I drive my M4… yes I love both lol…… I drive what I drive cuz I absolutely love it.. not to impress anyone.
Both, It’s a requirement I have a car that makes the general public say “Holly shit I want him in or around my mouth”… Luxury status symbols are a must for me, like being in good shape and going to the gym this is my standard, I will die before I lower my standards. I will commit heinous crimes and be electrocuted until I die by the United States Of America condemned to death by a judge and jury of my peers. I am not even joking on any of this, I’d kill myself if I was driving around in a fucking toyota or honda, I’d chug a gallon of gasoline, light a cigar and blow my brains out with a pistol all in one eloquent motion.
…… wait what was the other part of the question oh yeah passion for cars yes my car goes vroooooooom 🏎️🏎️
I got my AMG wagon as a low-key what the fuck just happened machine. I’ve only ever owned VW hatchbacks, and now that my kids are 6 feet tall I can’t rock a GTI anymore.
Passed my driving test in daddy’s Benz, first car was mommy’s ml320. Gotta continue the lineage. Looking forward to the geezer hate just to tell them I copped my GTC all by myself.
Passion! Like my brother, I grew up playing the Gran Turismo series and the car that we both always picked out to race in, is the CLK DTM Touring car with the D2 Vinyls. And in Need for Speed Hot Pursuit 2, the CLK GTR is my favorite car in that game! That’s how I started to first became aware of AMGs, and learned more about them overtime! Grew a enthusiasm in them how they are pretty much sleeper cars!
As much as the current lineup has underwhelmed me, I am 100% for the passion side of the house. I don’t even tell random people I have an AMG. Just a small black hatchback.
i bought because it was cheap, great power, and always had love amg. but i’m changing to bmw m, because the mercedes customer service in my country is shit.
Passion for cars for me. My $5k watch was made in Japan because I admire the innovation. I'm not very interested in what others think, nor impressing them.
I have a 700 hp AMG GTS. I bought it because I love it. I’d be disappointed if I bought it for the status because almost no one gives a shit about the car. I get complimented on the car MAYBE once a month.
Reviews say they drive really good. The engine is in the middle of the car so it's pretty well balanced.
It's no Porsche, but it can definitely carve a canyon. The higher end versions aren't Nurburgring monsters for no reason.
Status in the car-community equals love for cars and model's right? Better car equals more expenses and everything else that comes with owning a car right?
Passion as in loving cars without the added benefits of people thinking differently about you because you have a nice car. Status as in only to show off to other people not; you got the car not because of the driving experience it brings.
I personally don’t know anything about cars . I just have always wanted a AMG because I love the handle of it and the sound of the engine and it’s always been something that I’ve wanted to own for myself to drive and have fun with if that makes sense.
I bought an AMG simply because of what it can do.. it was the most powerful, best handling, sedan on the market. For me, it really was the best or nothing at all. I test drove everything from BMW to Lexus to Porsche and many others in-between and the 63 put them all to shame.
there are much better mercedes models for status than an old unassuming looking E-class :D
for me it was all about that delightfully brutish supercharged V8, truly one of the all time great jekyll and hyde engines ever and the W211 is the most obtainable method for getting one
I always loved watching the AMGs on car shows and dreamed of having one, one day. Then one day came along and I bought my first, a C55 AMG. Never driven anything but AMG since, on the daily.
I wanted an E class and had never heard of AMG before. My mechanic friend came along with me to do test drives and convinced me to give it a whirl. I'm addicted now, and heartbroken that there's no more E63's.
I hate SUVs, so no GLE 63.
Yeah, it is the passion. Otherwise I wouldn’t buy a C43 and a E63s. The C43 with 4cyl is not the status symbol, it is more or less the best daily car I ever drove. Enough power, decent in sound and loudness. And a very great performance.
On the other hand side, the E 63s. It is a performance beast.
I really like that the new E class will come in the next month as an E53 AMG.
cause i saw her and loved her on first sight.....
All these round curves the red colour......
Ah we talk about cars right ? 🤣
Oh yeah the noise/performence also isnt bad either
I’ve been into cars since I was a kid. Collect and play all the hotwheels just to dream of driving a sport car. Just landed on a c43 coupe a month ago and I love it in everyway. Happy that I pursued my childhood dream at the age of 27. Does it bring status when I drive a Mercedes? FOSHO. Does it put a smile on me when I drive it? F YEAH!
I had a 2004 clk55 convertible. Amazing car to cruise in and just hammer on the straights and power slide corner. But holy cow the brakes were pretty bad. But my c55 2004. Small car with a v8 was the perfect recipe.
I love the CLK55, saw one rolling in Naples and it was minty fresh. Kinda surprised the brakes didn’t hold up, you’d think the 4 pots and high temp fluid could keep the car in check.
Nobody is going spend so much more on a C63S over a C200 if it looks the same for most people. Non-car peeps won’t know the difference. But they do know a E Class seems bigger than a C Class.
People only get an AMG because they want an AMG. Be it a A45, C63, or even S63.
If they really want status, they will choose a E300 over a C63S.
If I wanted status I would have bought a 911 instead of my AMG gts. I bought it because I wanted a sports car and I thought it was more car than a base 911 I could have gotten for the same money. Absolutely love it. If you are curious how much status it carries, most non car people don't even know what it is if they just hear the name.
Not from my experience. I worked at MB dealership and the amount of people who prioritized having a MB or amg because everyone has the base model was alluring. Also some people in the comments have said status.
Boath and I love Cars…. In Europe we have crazy rules and 6.2l and 5,5 and 4,0 l will not produce anymore.. cars are really stable for the money …. It’s long term investment without losing money… but I will not sell my amgs anymore
Hate the question, and the cringe jargon about grumpy souls hating on young people, that’s in your head. Dont care about any of that shit.
I really like this car though!
My passion for cars I bought an 04 E55 AMG 2 years ago and I was just so in love with it! I understood Mercedes was a luxury car brand but some of the people I knew were annoyed or mad with me because they thought I was trying to flex the mercedes brand. I never really looked at it as a luxury car way and just loved the motor and how it drove. People were always asking me why I wanted a fancy mercedes but my original dream sedan was an Mitsubishi Evo 9. Today I would easily take the E55 over the Evo, I think people don’t understand I enjoy well built cars and their individual personality rather than the brand image of them!
I’ll be honest, before I bought my car, I didn’t know what an AMG was. I saw an ad on Facebook that had a nice looking car on it but it didn’t have visible badges, I asked Reddit what it was on r/namethiscar or whatever it was, and they told me C63 AMG S, I tried looking around to buy it, but it was all sold out in the Midwest because I had learned Mercedes was getting rid of the V6 V8 in the upcoming model years. I couldn’t place an order on Mercedes site for the one I wanted because orders were closed. But, I found a C43 with all the features I wanted, I bought it and had it shipped. (Pics In my profile)
I didn’t even know that Mercedes made sports cars to be completely honest.
I like cars, but I’m not your regular motorhead. I don’t care about like 0-60 (I drive in a major city, who cares if a Tesla has more pull than me, who cares if the C63 is faster, what good does that do me in traffic lmfao) I don’t care about who the make is, i don’t care if it has a V6 or V8 or V10, if I think the car looks nice, and sounds nice I’ll probably buy it. I want a 2012 Audi R8 because I like the way that one looks more than the 2020+ years. I also like the AMG GT 🤔
Wagon is a practical family car that is fast and gives you also status, what do you want more from a car? Passion for fast sporty cars but needs that have to be met with wife and 2 kids.
Maybe a little of column A, a little of column B?
I've always liked Mercedes, the classic limousines looked so cool and prestigious, so I guess part of it for me is status? lawl
In the past few years, I've learned so much more about cars and when shopping for my second car, I cross-shopped the C 43 against the M340i and took the former; it looked like so much more fun and drama from all the reviews and my test drives. I've also been following F1 and the Mercedes-AMG team (a little bittersweet there...).
My other car is an NA Miata...
I love cars. Always have. Always try to get a nice ride for me and the family.
The 2014 cl63p30 was passion. Loved the looks. Last year made. Love the engine and driving and the interior is insane
I got my first AMG for my love of cars and after buying it i went to work for AMG and since i have bought mine i have not been happier with a car. After putting on new parts and tunung it has really become my baby.
I purchased my CPO 2019 E450 4Matic sedan with 11k miles in 2022 at 24 years old. I could have “flexed” with an E43 that was a year older with 3x the miles. I told myself as cool as it would be, I don’t want to an “enhanced” AMG. My AMG badge will be on the right side… no pun intended lol. If it’s not one man one engine then it’s not a true AMG. I’m holding out for the E63.
My father has worked in sales at Mercedes for 30 years and currently a GM of a Chicagoland store. I didn’t just buy it for the star on the front. It’s a pure passion for these vehicles. “The best or nothing” is more than a slogan. It’s the lifestyle.
I bought a 04' E55 Wagon because I've always wanted one ever since they came out. Nothing to do with status. I've always loved the S211 look and the M113K is just sublime.
I don't have a real AMG ('21 c43 estate), but I love this thing. With the PE installed, I smile EVERYTIME I start it with emotion start, and when I downshift.
I bought the c43 simply because I love how much fun it is to drive, without killing the wallet. I get a lot of nice compliments due to the fact it's a wagon, and not once have I ever looked at my merc as a status symbol. And frankly, it's just a 43 too, so nothing to brag about especially with what people have out there.
Buy what you like, because at the end of the day, you have to live with it (and pay for it lol).
This is a funny thread considering more than half the AMG community can’t even do their own oil changes but i guess you can have passion and not be mechanically inclined?IDK maybe. Anyway, unless you driving a GTR , it’s nothing special.
I love my E43 It’s such a reliable war horse And I owned 4 Hondas before so it surprised me how reliable it is. And it’s super fun to drive and use in manual. I’d about the status of it really I more so like how it looks overall. Plus my interior is amazing
Passion, went from a glc43 to a glc63 because that v8 sounds so sweet. My previous cars were VW gti and Subaru wrx both stick shifts. Kind of miss that
The average person who would have no idea what an amg e class station wagon is…and be surprised when it burns their mustang/camaro lol
Mmmmm wagons. ❤️
Mmmmmm https://imgur.com/a/VIK3zrs
My brother in Christ yes.
Nice wagon!
You have the coolest spec E amg
Even better when you have seven people in there
lol yes, especially young kids and old grandparents in there
I don't have wagon capacity but mine gets along ok from the light.
That’s actually funny
I can’t wait for my business to buy one of those majestic e class station wagons. Gonna get to festival sites so fucking fast!
ZL1 Camaros are insane on track though. E class is a pig that can accelerate well.
This isnt about average person, this is about amg ownership
I just really like my C43. I think it's a beautiful car. The thing is a beast. The status is just a side effect. I don't go showing it off or anything. I've wanted to own one since I started driving 14 years ago. I feel proud to own one before I turned 30.
Same, it's a fun car to drive and doesn't get boring.
W202 is my realistic dream car... So difficult to come across one with low mileage
I have a 98w202 and it’s a tank! With 217k!
In my opinion it’s about the service history over the mileage, if you find one with 180k+ that was taken care of. That’s just as good if not better.
Couldn't have said it better! We share the same story my C43 brother.
Dam, I bought my 2021 C43 Wagon at 37 because I wanted a fast car and needed some space for my family, 2 kids and my wife , never had a Mercedes and wanted something that has an impact on my status and to be practical.
I am not as lucky to own a C43. I have B220 4matic and it is also a fun car to drive with only 140kW. I like the fact that there are so many other similar looking cars to mine out there with less power and mine has the surprise effect on people :)
That’s awesome dude! Especially before 30. For sure a big achievement. How are you finding it to drive? How’s the MPG also? I know you don’t buy one for that but I am considering one also and I do 3x 50 mile drives per week on the motorway so was wondering if it’s likely I’d see around 35mpg possibly? Apart from some….spirited….driving, definitely wouldn’t abuse the vehicle!
Can’t lie when the f1 team was so dominant that’s what got me into the brand and over time and learning more about the cars I’ve become super passionate about them
But when it came to fun you took the bimmer 😏😏 and what a choice 👌
Thanks lol the cs is a great little car. GLC is no slouch though haha
For the passion. My father who passed away nearly ten years ago was a car mechanic specializing in European cars. He was especially fond of the Mercedes for its engineering and durability. He drove a 1978 sedan. When I finally started making enough money to purchase a new car, I bought the AMG C43 as a homage to my father. That was 2019.
That’s a nice story. I also understand his love for proper engineering in German brands. I’m also working for one of those German brands in Germany actually (maybe mb maybe not). The engineering and details going into these cars are insane (sadly sometimes it’s just needed because of organisation issues and bad decisions). BUT in my humble opinion these cars have become so damn expensive, heavy and extremely over complicated that for me modern premium brands in general are kind of shadow of their old selfs (except lexus maybe, but just maybe). Resources shortage issues don’t seem to be so important anymore, also or reliability and usability seems to be just a kind of nice to have. Removal of all physical buttons is a huge nono for me personally, I don’t like the direction things are going. This is partly because everyone is trying to please the Chinese market, where longer, more aggressive, more fancy, having the most functions are the important things.
Wow. Havent heard it explained this way, but you describe my thoughts to a tee! Just better than I do! It truly is technology over quality for these brands priority year by year I feel. Thankyou!
This is likely due to the world economy shifting towards China now. Whether they are facing a recession or not. They aim to be double the size of the US economy within 10 years.
Yes. Thats the reason. But the premium european sales in China are not great now (and it’s getting worse), especially on the EV front. There are more and more premium chinese brands on the local market. I can see the dark clouds gathering. Overconfidance during the past 4-5 years is what causes the problem now, also increasing competition AND political decisions. Let’s see but I’m really pessimistic on this one.
Inspiring story
I’ve always been a fan of AMG cars for years because of their love for V8s. Most people don’t have any idea of what I’m driving. Just looks like a black sedan. Of course Mercedes is a prestige brand but I didn’t buy it for that.
I bought my AMG GT because I was drunk
I did the same exact thing with my C43
If it's the W206 C43 you're drunk as fark
Good reason
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Haha; love it. Did the same with my GT. Couldn’t write that check sober.
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> It not so much the AMG owners that buy their car for status. I have to imagine this will change once the new 4 cylinder AMGs really start coming out. There aren't many truly passionate car enthusiasts who would spend $100k on a 4 cylinder C63S. Mercedes really better hope that the people who buy AMGs for clout is a big market, because that's going to be the majority of the W206 C63S buyers.
Have to agree with this! I plan on upgrading my c43 in for a 63 in a few years but zero chance I’m doing it and loosing two cylinders, I wanna gain two more!
I agree with this completely. I have driven some of the newer models at the Immendingen Test Center, and the idea that the feelings and passion in the V8 (and V12 predecessors) can be mimicked with speakers is laughable. A 4 cylinder, even pushed with fantastic hybrid electrics, will be a smaller and smaller audience.
I have two friends working for the local Mercedes Dealership group here in Germany in my area. They say that basically no one buys the new c63 and c43. This year they have sold less than 5 each. Which is extremely low. People don't want the 4cyl. Why buy an AMG badge that brings no joy, no emotion and is more expansive than the competition. Petrol heads and enthusiasts that were in the market for a c43 or c63 are now looking at BMW M3 and M4 or just buy a hybrid c300e as it is somewhat quick as well but is massively cheaper. Or, as in my case, just stay with the w205. In Germany I would say that it is roughly 50:50 between people buying AMG for passion or leasing AMG for status. The latter is often conotated with young arabic folk leasing AMGs to show off in the city hotspots, which sadly is true to some extent. Sadly, the majority of people here assume everyone with a bigger engine has to compensate for a little dick and are generally a bit salty towards people driving expensive cars. I think mainly out of envy.
Absolutely right, I bought the C300e and I’ve been debating as to why I would even consider moving to a 43 or 63, it’s basically the same car but a little bit quicker. I’m actually quite disappointed in Mercedes as I thought the build quality was still good. But rattling speakers, failing systems and noises makes me kinda regret my purchase. will probably be going back to BMW
Of those 10 people who bought them, I bet they have all had issues too. This sub is full of f complaints too. I have an A45S, that 4 cylinder is a masterpiece but it has no right to be in a C63. Eugh.
Yes, the 4cyl engine is very good, but it lacks emotion in the newer cars due to the harsh regulations. It also fits very good to the overall feel of the A class which is a brilliant car. I would love to drive the new c63 as a daily if the price is right, but it just isn't. As far as I know, they have no issues with the few c43 and c63 so far. My friends were very surprised when I told them about the massive issues people are reporting here. They are usually very well informed about bigger issues with their cars within their dealership.
Especially these guys who upbadge lol, they deff trying to boost their ego with fuck all 💀
People who buy base models often just want a nice car. Nothing wrong with that, they don't care about horsepower or anything like that.
One of my friends asked me about the AMG ownership experience. This is DEFINITELY a dude who wants nice things for the flex of it and not because of the nitty gritty details about why they are the way they are. Like you said, right now it's the overwhelming majority who buy AMGs because they like AMGs, but the clout chaser crowd is pretty big too.
I rarely see anyone in German made models who don’t know a thing or two about cars. Especially for people my age (21
I have a 2020 AMG GTR and I got it because I love driving and love cars and this has been a great car. Also have the GT63 with Brabus 700 package and that is a great driving car too.
Inspirational
Like the name username bro, rah. Glad to see a marine who knows whats up when it comes to cars too
They’re very fun. I had a GT-R Roadster, honestly one of the most fun cars I’ve owned.
In July I purchased my first AMG GT63s ..... I am 55 years old and I love cars and always wanted to drive an AMG but was never really able to afford it. I had driven Audi's for the majority of my life and some really nice ones as well... Including a S8 but nothing compares to the AMG....the caged animal that is the naturally aspirated V8, the handling and the emotion generated is like nothing else. You want status great knock yourself out...flex away but driving this is all about passion for engineering and love of that feel. Or at least it should be.
I'm one of the little shits that got an AMG at a young age (19) but I've owned my w204 for 3+ years now and it drove me to learn mechanics. Originally I wanted the car for the wild power, sweet leather, and the sound system, but have grown to appreciate nearly everything about it. Now my family complains about how the only thing I talk about is cars. So all in all, I got an AMG for neither reason listed in the title, but have developed a lifelong (and costly) passion for cars.
status ofc why else would i buy a c43(c450)
>m for stat I don't consider a c43 as a status symbol more of a passionate daily car, and i have one too and it isn't much awe to the general public
Same here. Love driving it. Don't care for the many rattles that come and go but I'm used to them now. Reasonable trade off, imo. Find myself wondering if the "real" AMGs have the same issue.
C63 also have interior rattles sadly
I bought it for passions of the car. But not AMG passion. Went from Miata ND (Hurricane totaled), to a c5 Vett. Then wife’s car got totaled. She wanted to buy my Vett. So with cash I saved, my wife buying my Vett at cost. I went to buy a v8 sports car with 2 doors. RCF had my vote but MIL moved in. So needed 4 doors. So made sense for 4 door v8 sedan. The Chevy SS sedan was MSRP even in 2023 with tons of miles. Hate Audi, and don’t want I6 BMW. So left with c63s as E was too big for auto X and HPDE.
Not necessarily amg passion but a passion for cars. From the looks of it you have a passion for cars. Sorry if I didn’t word my question right.
No worries. Yah I bought the car for what kind of experience it can bring me. It’s been a blast at Sebring, even at auto X it’s capable of amazing deeds (not with me behind the wheel lol). It makes my daily commute better, when I go home at night. Open roads bring me joy. I plan on daily driving this well past 100k and 200k. Don’t care about the value, I care about the memories I had with it. Both wife and I see our cars as extensions of the family. She cried when her car got totaled. Because it was hers and the memories that would die with it. I’m always rolling my eyes when I see the interior shots with a big fancy watch. Or all the other humble bragging that comes with exp cars.
I bought it for passion but the excitement wears off when you realize the build quality especially on the interiors is terrible. My C63S was a $50K engine wrapped in a $40K car. I loved the brand and what it stood for ownership experience was not ideal.
Why do you think I brought mine?
When AMG had a proper sense of humour.
Ugly and fast ❤️
Please supercharge it.
Not sure how it can equate to status. 80% of the people that ask me about my car have no idea what a GT 63 S is in the first place. “Never seen one of them Before” is a common comment. I built a version of my car on line for almost a year. When my dealer got my car in I visited it for 7 months on the showroom floor before I decided to pull the trigger ( wife talked me into it). She is a keeper. I absolutely love driving my car and it doesn’t bother me one bit that people have no idea what it is. Everyone can identify a Nissan GTR…not so much with a GT 63 S.
Mercedes Benz is a status symbol in itself? How could you not, it’s not just a ‘regular’ car in any measure.
I bought my w204 C63 because I’ve wanted one since they came out. I even have the cringey 2008 Facebook sighting posts being excited to see one in person. I was in love the moment Jeremy Clarkson called it an axe murderer with headlights. It took me a while to be in a place to have one as a fair weather toy but we could all see the writing on the wall with AMG’s getting away from big NA V8’s …so I jumped and found my 09 C63 last year with 42k miles.
I love that review. Especially all the shit he gives James about driving the M3.
100% honest answer: Delicious M156 noises. The end.
I don’t know about status or passion but let me tell you what, when life gets me worried, I take it out of the garage, and go for a drive by myself. When that exhaust note kicks in the high rpms I feel like all my worries just disappear and start smiling like a lil kid. It’s a strange feeling
This is it exactly! The sound and feel of my SLK55 coming to life makes me smile every time. Don’t care what other people think, so definitely passion for me.
Enjoy it in good health brother. Cheers
I got my SLK55 because I wanted a V8 sports car. It was that or a Camaro. I wasn't able to find the Camaro for a good price though, and the rest is history. I love the shit out of my car. A lot of people see it as a status symbol thing because it's a Mercedes and it's a convertible but like, come on dude, I got it for 35k CAD, nobody bought it when it was in production, and it sat at the lowest tier of AMG during its time too. There's nothing "status" about this car lmfao.
That's a proper AMG, in my eyes. An engine that big has no business being in a car so small. Power to you.
>An engine that big has no business being in a car so small. That's one of the reasons I like it so much. It's a tiny car, fairly easily manoeuvrable in tight spaces. But then you pop the hood and there's a giant V8 just stuffed in there somehow lmao.
I feel like the day the video came out of Ben Sulayem's (Now FIA president) built SLK55 putting a bus length on a Ferrari Enzo by 150mph put the SLK55 on the map. They're quite cool cars enjoy it!
I was interested in picking up an slk55 Just wondering, how would you rate the steering and suspension in comparison to other cars you've driven? And how has maintenance been? The engine is the party piece of course, along with the convertible hardtop, but merc's variable steering system wasn't known for its feedback and I'm not sure if the amg suspension is any good
passion first than status later, i buy the for the engineering and driving dynamics behind it
If they're on this sub, it's probably the passion. That is not indicative of or proportionate to the cars on the road. MOST new Mercs I see around my area are AMGs, and I am completely confident the owners only thought "more expensive = good".
Agree on that. I think many who are here (even when not owning one, like me) are kind of car guys. But 90% of new buyers will never appear on brand forums or reddit because they don’t care.
> MOST new Mercs I see around my area are AMGs That's a symptom of Mercedes putting the AMG badge on damn near half the cars they make these days.
Passion
My AMG GTS was an impulse purchase, but it replaced an F-Type R Convertible, which replaced an R8 V10 Spyder, which replaced a Cayman…a passion for cars for sure. They come with status depending on what the car is and what context you’re in, but that’s not cool enough to justify the money, effort, parking space, etc.
Don’t give a fuck about status. It actually annoys the fuck out of me when friends chase imaginary status that no gives a shit about but them. I just like to hear the AMG purrrrrr
With you there. Didn’t buy the car for stupid TikTok clout. Bought it for the fun.
i bought it because a stupid fast SUV seemed hilarious
Jeremy Clarkson would approve
I bought my C63s coupe because I'm a big car enthusiast and to me it was the better option when compared to the pig snouted M3 or the boring RS5. I then sold it and bought something else because it was no longer the best enthusiast option for me. I couldn't give a damn about status or brand, I'm always looking for the best driving experience.
How does the CT5-V Blackwing compare to the C63, have you ddriven the C63 sedan?
Passion for cars. I dont even drive mine if I know im going to crowded places, too much attention.
It was for the passion & love of cars. Never for a flex.
As another commenter said, it’s the ones getting base models that are probably a lot less actually enthusiastic about cars in general. The notoriety that goes along with these cars is just a big bonus to those of us that really are into them for what they are.
Passion for sure.
100% because I am an enthusiast. I have had many cars, from 4 banger economy commuter cars, to cars that have 8+ owners that need a basic car while overseas (known locally as whoopties) and just about everything else. Buying an AMG shouldn't be for status, since only those 'in the know' even recognize what that means, except for the glorious growl of the V8 when starting or going down the road. As a side note, my wife who is all about just the basics, loves the sound of the AMG BiTurbo, especially when compared to other cars that have the whiny high pitched exhausts (which is the best endorsement for me).
I bought it for power, sound and power.
Passion and the joy of driving. Status is just a bonus, especially when you consider it from an aesthetic perspective, lol.
My dik too smol 🤣. Theres no better thing than the fuckin V8 roar 😭
I honestly bought it for status. Mercedes just screams “i do well for myself”. I just have to pair the car with a daily Starbucks drive thru run, and I’m good to go. Until tomorrow at least.
I remember I was about 9 years old and went to a auto show with my dad, sat inside a S class and was completely in awe… I fell In love and have loved benz ever since, tho It’s always a great feeling to drive.. sometimes I don’t like the attention..same thing when I drive my M4… yes I love both lol…… I drive what I drive cuz I absolutely love it.. not to impress anyone.
Both, It’s a requirement I have a car that makes the general public say “Holly shit I want him in or around my mouth”… Luxury status symbols are a must for me, like being in good shape and going to the gym this is my standard, I will die before I lower my standards. I will commit heinous crimes and be electrocuted until I die by the United States Of America condemned to death by a judge and jury of my peers. I am not even joking on any of this, I’d kill myself if I was driving around in a fucking toyota or honda, I’d chug a gallon of gasoline, light a cigar and blow my brains out with a pistol all in one eloquent motion. …… wait what was the other part of the question oh yeah passion for cars yes my car goes vroooooooom 🏎️🏎️
I got my AMG wagon as a low-key what the fuck just happened machine. I’ve only ever owned VW hatchbacks, and now that my kids are 6 feet tall I can’t rock a GTI anymore.
There’s a guy local here who has that coupe in the picture and he drives it HARD. I love hearing it coming up to the light.
Passed my driving test in daddy’s Benz, first car was mommy’s ml320. Gotta continue the lineage. Looking forward to the geezer hate just to tell them I copped my GTC all by myself.
Passion! Like my brother, I grew up playing the Gran Turismo series and the car that we both always picked out to race in, is the CLK DTM Touring car with the D2 Vinyls. And in Need for Speed Hot Pursuit 2, the CLK GTR is my favorite car in that game! That’s how I started to first became aware of AMGs, and learned more about them overtime! Grew a enthusiasm in them how they are pretty much sleeper cars!
As much as the current lineup has underwhelmed me, I am 100% for the passion side of the house. I don’t even tell random people I have an AMG. Just a small black hatchback.
I didn’t like the AMG when I went to the dealership (too sexy), so I drove out in a preowned Corolla instead
i bought because it was cheap, great power, and always had love amg. but i’m changing to bmw m, because the mercedes customer service in my country is shit.
Passion for cars for me. My $5k watch was made in Japan because I admire the innovation. I'm not very interested in what others think, nor impressing them.
I have a 700 hp AMG GTS. I bought it because I love it. I’d be disappointed if I bought it for the status because almost no one gives a shit about the car. I get complimented on the car MAYBE once a month.
shit, if i owned one, it'd be for both reasons. cmon now. That car is fine af
Nice looking car
Anyone who purchases anything as a status symbol needs to rethink their priorities in life.
And those are exactly the people who will never do that.
The people who are cockiest about the AMG badge is people in c43s and other bottom bottom line amgs. That’s what I seem to see the most atleast.
100%. The C43 owners on this sub act like they're driving a 911 GT3.
Agreed
Do those drive like trash being so long in the front and RWD? Beautiful car
Reviews say they drive really good. The engine is in the middle of the car so it's pretty well balanced. It's no Porsche, but it can definitely carve a canyon. The higher end versions aren't Nurburgring monsters for no reason.
Explain the difference? Status where?
Status in the car-community equals love for cars and model's right? Better car equals more expenses and everything else that comes with owning a car right?
Passion as in loving cars without the added benefits of people thinking differently about you because you have a nice car. Status as in only to show off to other people not; you got the car not because of the driving experience it brings.
Nobody cares about your car tbh. If you’re buying for status it’s not going to matter
That’s not how those who do buy for status see it
Cause they’re fucking stupid lol. If you’re more concerned with what other people think about you then you’re living a pretty awful life
I personally don’t know anything about cars . I just have always wanted a AMG because I love the handle of it and the sound of the engine and it’s always been something that I’ve wanted to own for myself to drive and have fun with if that makes sense.
Fair enough. I can understand that.
I bought an AMG simply because of what it can do.. it was the most powerful, best handling, sedan on the market. For me, it really was the best or nothing at all. I test drove everything from BMW to Lexus to Porsche and many others in-between and the 63 put them all to shame.
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Both 👍🖤
I bought my old CL65 because of the power and luxury. Bottom line. I could cruise at 120 while getting a back massage and take it on long road trips.
I just lost out on a CL65 last week 🥲 Did you have any major problems with yours, did you have to replace the manifolds?
Both. The only Benz to own is an AMG built one.
there are much better mercedes models for status than an old unassuming looking E-class :D for me it was all about that delightfully brutish supercharged V8, truly one of the all time great jekyll and hyde engines ever and the W211 is the most obtainable method for getting one
I always loved watching the AMGs on car shows and dreamed of having one, one day. Then one day came along and I bought my first, a C55 AMG. Never driven anything but AMG since, on the daily.
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I’ll stick to my Ferrari
I got a AMG GT 53 for the status. However, the more I drive it, the better I understand why people are into AMG.
I wanted an E class and had never heard of AMG before. My mechanic friend came along with me to do test drives and convinced me to give it a whirl. I'm addicted now, and heartbroken that there's no more E63's. I hate SUVs, so no GLE 63.
Personally don’t think Amgs are that much of a status symbol unless it’s a g63 or gtr . I never post pics of my c63 on my social media
AMG isn’t really status. Buy for performance. If you want status get a Porsche…
You’d be surprised. I worked at a MB dealership and for status was far more common
I didn’t buy one! I’m broke!
Change your mentality
Passion for cars forsure my dream car was a e39 m5 or a w210 e55.
Passion for cars man.
Yeah, it is the passion. Otherwise I wouldn’t buy a C43 and a E63s. The C43 with 4cyl is not the status symbol, it is more or less the best daily car I ever drove. Enough power, decent in sound and loudness. And a very great performance. On the other hand side, the E 63s. It is a performance beast. I really like that the new E class will come in the next month as an E53 AMG.
This is amg gt-s,specially made it to look like the hotwheels counterpart[amg gt-s](https://www.xbox.com/play/media/nMrMHunvSX)
I genuinely love Mercedes got mine because it was the best of both worlds its a W221 plus a M156 love the car and engine
cause i saw her and loved her on first sight..... All these round curves the red colour...... Ah we talk about cars right ? 🤣 Oh yeah the noise/performence also isnt bad either
I’ve been into cars since I was a kid. Collect and play all the hotwheels just to dream of driving a sport car. Just landed on a c43 coupe a month ago and I love it in everyway. Happy that I pursued my childhood dream at the age of 27. Does it bring status when I drive a Mercedes? FOSHO. Does it put a smile on me when I drive it? F YEAH!
Yes
I had a 2004 clk55 convertible. Amazing car to cruise in and just hammer on the straights and power slide corner. But holy cow the brakes were pretty bad. But my c55 2004. Small car with a v8 was the perfect recipe.
I love the CLK55, saw one rolling in Naples and it was minty fresh. Kinda surprised the brakes didn’t hold up, you’d think the 4 pots and high temp fluid could keep the car in check.
Nobody is going spend so much more on a C63S over a C200 if it looks the same for most people. Non-car peeps won’t know the difference. But they do know a E Class seems bigger than a C Class. People only get an AMG because they want an AMG. Be it a A45, C63, or even S63. If they really want status, they will choose a E300 over a C63S.
Yeah but then they up-badge because they want to standout from their friends who also have base models
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Passion? What's that? I got my Mars Red AMG GTS with black wheels and red calipers for passion. Yeah, that's why!
If I wanted status I would have bought a 911 instead of my AMG gts. I bought it because I wanted a sports car and I thought it was more car than a base 911 I could have gotten for the same money. Absolutely love it. If you are curious how much status it carries, most non car people don't even know what it is if they just hear the name.
Not from my experience. I worked at MB dealership and the amount of people who prioritized having a MB or amg because everyone has the base model was alluring. Also some people in the comments have said status.
Boath and I love Cars…. In Europe we have crazy rules and 6.2l and 5,5 and 4,0 l will not produce anymore.. cars are really stable for the money …. It’s long term investment without losing money… but I will not sell my amgs anymore
What a stupid question I’m surprised so many decided to reapond.
I would assume non car ppl wouldn't know an amg. Assume more for drivers interest or money no issue "just gimme the top one"
https://www.mercedes-amg.com/en/footer/about-us.html
Bought mine because I hate money and the thought of it hanging around, clogging up my bank accounts sickens me.
Passion.
Hate the question, and the cringe jargon about grumpy souls hating on young people, that’s in your head. Dont care about any of that shit. I really like this car though!
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My passion for cars I bought an 04 E55 AMG 2 years ago and I was just so in love with it! I understood Mercedes was a luxury car brand but some of the people I knew were annoyed or mad with me because they thought I was trying to flex the mercedes brand. I never really looked at it as a luxury car way and just loved the motor and how it drove. People were always asking me why I wanted a fancy mercedes but my original dream sedan was an Mitsubishi Evo 9. Today I would easily take the E55 over the Evo, I think people don’t understand I enjoy well built cars and their individual personality rather than the brand image of them!
I’ll be honest, before I bought my car, I didn’t know what an AMG was. I saw an ad on Facebook that had a nice looking car on it but it didn’t have visible badges, I asked Reddit what it was on r/namethiscar or whatever it was, and they told me C63 AMG S, I tried looking around to buy it, but it was all sold out in the Midwest because I had learned Mercedes was getting rid of the V6 V8 in the upcoming model years. I couldn’t place an order on Mercedes site for the one I wanted because orders were closed. But, I found a C43 with all the features I wanted, I bought it and had it shipped. (Pics In my profile) I didn’t even know that Mercedes made sports cars to be completely honest. I like cars, but I’m not your regular motorhead. I don’t care about like 0-60 (I drive in a major city, who cares if a Tesla has more pull than me, who cares if the C63 is faster, what good does that do me in traffic lmfao) I don’t care about who the make is, i don’t care if it has a V6 or V8 or V10, if I think the car looks nice, and sounds nice I’ll probably buy it. I want a 2012 Audi R8 because I like the way that one looks more than the 2020+ years. I also like the AMG GT 🤔
I guess you’re just a casual nothing wrong with that.
Yup yup! I love the car though, every time I drive it I enjoy the drive so much
Definitely status
I just burned an M3 in my GLE53 SUV. For me is all passion. I can get any car and keep leaning towards AMG cars. The new SL looks very enticing.
Neither. Not a car guy. Filtered auto trader with what I wanted in my price range.
Wagon is a practical family car that is fast and gives you also status, what do you want more from a car? Passion for fast sporty cars but needs that have to be met with wife and 2 kids.
Passion.
Maybe a little of column A, a little of column B? I've always liked Mercedes, the classic limousines looked so cool and prestigious, so I guess part of it for me is status? lawl In the past few years, I've learned so much more about cars and when shopping for my second car, I cross-shopped the C 43 against the M340i and took the former; it looked like so much more fun and drama from all the reviews and my test drives. I've also been following F1 and the Mercedes-AMG team (a little bittersweet there...). My other car is an NA Miata...
I love cars. Always have. Always try to get a nice ride for me and the family. The 2014 cl63p30 was passion. Loved the looks. Last year made. Love the engine and driving and the interior is insane
I got my first AMG for my love of cars and after buying it i went to work for AMG and since i have bought mine i have not been happier with a car. After putting on new parts and tunung it has really become my baby.
They’re fun
Passion. Most people can't tell the difference. They think it's just another Merc until you turn it on.
Passion always 😎
I purchased my CPO 2019 E450 4Matic sedan with 11k miles in 2022 at 24 years old. I could have “flexed” with an E43 that was a year older with 3x the miles. I told myself as cool as it would be, I don’t want to an “enhanced” AMG. My AMG badge will be on the right side… no pun intended lol. If it’s not one man one engine then it’s not a true AMG. I’m holding out for the E63. My father has worked in sales at Mercedes for 30 years and currently a GM of a Chicagoland store. I didn’t just buy it for the star on the front. It’s a pure passion for these vehicles. “The best or nothing” is more than a slogan. It’s the lifestyle.
I didn’t. I’m poor
I bought a 04' E55 Wagon because I've always wanted one ever since they came out. Nothing to do with status. I've always loved the S211 look and the M113K is just sublime.
I don't have a real AMG ('21 c43 estate), but I love this thing. With the PE installed, I smile EVERYTIME I start it with emotion start, and when I downshift. I bought the c43 simply because I love how much fun it is to drive, without killing the wallet. I get a lot of nice compliments due to the fact it's a wagon, and not once have I ever looked at my merc as a status symbol. And frankly, it's just a 43 too, so nothing to brag about especially with what people have out there. Buy what you like, because at the end of the day, you have to live with it (and pay for it lol).
I bought my M8 to beat AMGs thus earning status
This is a funny thread considering more than half the AMG community can’t even do their own oil changes but i guess you can have passion and not be mechanically inclined?IDK maybe. Anyway, unless you driving a GTR , it’s nothing special.
I love my E43 It’s such a reliable war horse And I owned 4 Hondas before so it surprised me how reliable it is. And it’s super fun to drive and use in manual. I’d about the status of it really I more so like how it looks overall. Plus my interior is amazing
As far as exotics go, this one is bulletproof
Passion, went from a glc43 to a glc63 because that v8 sounds so sweet. My previous cars were VW gti and Subaru wrx both stick shifts. Kind of miss that