08 CL600 vs CL63

PedalPusher · 10-19-2008, 12:12 PM

I recently traded my 04 E55 for a new C63 and have strong buyers remorse due to its smaller size. Knowing my disappointment, the dealer is offering me a great deal to trade back in and move up to a CL class.

I drove the CL63 which looks awesome in black/black and AMG perf 20" wheels.

However, as we discussed the deal, the GM offered me a new black/black 2008 CL600 (with IPod and 19" wheels) for a (net) of $14,500.00 less than the CL63! This means in true dollars they are selling the CL600 for about $115K. (152K sticker)

I drove the two cars back to back and they have some distinctly different feels. The most obvious is the torque of the 600 vs the sound, looks, and great 7-speed trans of the CL63.

The "seat of the pants feel" of the 600 was incredible and the car felt faster even though the window sticker claims virtually identical 0-60 times for both.

To further confuse me the GM also offered to install the AMG grill, AMG front fascia, AMG rocker panels for an additional $8,500.00. I would also likely do the ECU/TCU tune.

I know that the ideal car would be the 08 CL65, but the price is too high for my situation.

Does anyone here know why the CL600's are at such a deep discount? I saw elsewhere that MB may be updating the V12 TT in the near future and that they may drop the CL name in favor of an S type designation?

Since I bought the C63 impulsively and now regret my purchase, I did not want to jump again without asking for advice. Any feedback will be greatly appreciated!

Thericker · 10-20-2008, 05:36 AM

I wouldn't hesitate, grab the CL600 w/AMG body-kit they offered to install for you, if you still want rumble in exhaust do the Cheap EZ muffler cut-out & run 3" straight pipes sounds like a demon

good luck but w/those options it's a NO brainer 600 all-the way..

Untertürkheim · 10-20-2008, 10:38 PM

Like in the other thread, 600.

PedalPusher · 10-22-2008, 12:26 AM

Thanks for the advice!

I signed up for the car and will take it Friday.

Once the AMG parts are in and painted I will drop it off to be updated.

Once completed I will post some pics!

I can't wait!

cjf_moraga · 10-23-2008, 03:04 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by PedalPusher

Thanks for the advice!

I signed up for the car and will take it Friday.

Once the AMG parts are in and painted I will drop it off to be updated.

Once completed I will post some pics!

I can't wait!

Congratulations in advance! I also came from the 55K engine to the 600 and you will feel at home! You put your finger on it... despite the identical (paper) 0-60 figures the 600 feels far faster. (And I believe is - the V12 has vast reserves)

Chris

markopolo · 10-24-2008, 02:41 PM

Congrats,
There is nothing better right now but V12.
Brute force on instant demand in the nicest environment.
You WILL enjoy every minute of it.
Mark.

Show some pics

sker66 · 12-25-2008, 02:49 PM

Great Descision.

You'll really enjoy it

10-19-2008, 12:12 PM	#1
PedalPusher Almost a Member! Join Date: Apr 2006 Location: NJ Posts: 29	08 CL600 vs CL63 I recently traded my 04 E55 for a new C63 and have strong buyers remorse due to its smaller size. Knowing my disappointment, the dealer is offering me a great deal to trade back in and move up to a CL class. I drove the CL63 which looks awesome in black/black and AMG perf 20" wheels. However, as we discussed the deal, the GM offered me a new black/black 2008 CL600 (with IPod and 19" wheels) for a (net) of $14,500.00 less than the CL63! This means in true dollars they are selling the CL600 for about $115K. (152K sticker) I drove the two cars back to back and they have some distinctly different feels. The most obvious is the torque of the 600 vs the sound, looks, and great 7-speed trans of the CL63. The "seat of the pants feel" of the 600 was incredible and the car felt faster even though the window sticker claims virtually identical 0-60 times for both. To further confuse me the GM also offered to install the AMG grill, AMG front fascia, AMG rocker panels for an additional $8,500.00. I would also likely do the ECU/TCU tune. I know that the ideal car would be the 08 CL65, but the price is too high for my situation. Does anyone here know why the CL600's are at such a deep discount? I saw elsewhere that MB may be updating the V12 TT in the near future and that they may drop the CL name in favor of an S type designation? Since I bought the C63 impulsively and now regret my purchase, I did not want to jump again without asking for advice. Any feedback will be greatly appreciated!

10-20-2008, 05:36 AM	#2
Thericker MBWorld Fanatic! Join Date: Feb 2004 Location: Southern, CA. Posts: 4,409	I wouldn't hesitate, grab the CL600 w/AMG body-kit they offered to install for you, if you still want rumble in exhaust do the Cheap EZ muffler cut-out & run 3" straight pipes sounds like a demon good luck but w/those options it's a NO brainer 600 all-the way.. __________________ 2005 SL600 Biturbo 19x10.5 19x8.5 whls/AMG quad tip cat-back 3" straight pipes/TINT/coming soon Gloss Blk whls/RED calipers

10-24-2008, 02:41 PM	#6
markopolo Member Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: Poconos, Pennsylvania Posts: 183	Congrats, There is nothing better right now but V12. Brute force on instant demand in the nicest environment. You WILL enjoy every minute of it. Mark. Show some pics __________________ Whatever we do in life, echoes in eternity.

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10-20-2008, 10:38 PM	#3
Untertürkheim MBWorld Fanatic! Join Date: Mar 2007 Posts: 2,203	Like in the other thread, 600.

10-22-2008, 12:26 AM	#4
PedalPusher Almost a Member! Join Date: Apr 2006 Location: NJ Posts: 29	Thanks for the advice! I signed up for the car and will take it Friday. Once the AMG parts are in and painted I will drop it off to be updated. Once completed I will post some pics! I can't wait!

12-25-2008, 02:49 PM	#7
sker66 Newbie Join Date: Dec 2008 Location: Orange County, Ca. Posts: 21	Great Descision. You'll really enjoy it