Moser:
Anyone know if we can upgrade our 2009 C63's with the new performance package plus? Like a retrofit job?
As far as I heard, it can be done only at AMG in Affalterbach, they don't sell retrofit kits to dealers. Cost is substantially higher for a retrofit.
I had the chance to drive the C63 AMG Performance Package last week, a local dealer sells one with 2000 km for 70000 EUR, a real catch.
The car is fantastic, I really loved it and I was even thinking for a second to go for it. The exhaust note is great and the power is for such a small car absolutely unbelievable. The automatic tranny also does a great job. There are some traction problems but hardly noticeable, the car also had the AMG limited slip differential installed.
It could be my perfect family car for little money but my wife doesn't like Mercedes too much and she likes SUVs more because of the higher seating position, the better safety feel and because she loves skiing and a SUV is just perfect for bavarian winters.
I'm still thinking about the C63, such a great car for so little money.
In my opinion, the C63 AMG Performance Package is the best value money can buy right now. Slightly used models are already sold around 70000 EUR, this is a real bargain.
Comparison: the Cadillac STS with the Z1 Vette engine costs around 75000 EUR over here in Germany, slightly used models go for 69000 EUR right now. I would prefer the C63 AMG for quality AND performance reasons.
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RC (Germany) - Rennteam Editor 997 Turbo, Cayenne Turbo S, BMW M3 Cab DKG, Mini Cooper S JCW