First Pics: C63 AMG Estate
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south
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Sorry, didn't see them...
Thread can be deleted unless the AMG is worth an own thread!?
Best regards, south
cawimmer430
Piston Pioneer
The AMG C-Class Estate needs its own thread so we can all drool over it here.
You were right to start a new one. I made this thread a sticky too.
Merc1
Premium
The Mercedes C63 AMG estate looks nice then…
That is does, being better resolved and (slightly) more understated than the saloon. But don’t for one moment let the big boot fool you, because this car has 451bhp and 443lb ft.
The C63’s 6.2-litre V8 is a great engine and it will rocket Mercedes’ latest load-lugger from rest to 62mph in 4.6 seconds
Specs please…
All that power is transmitted to the road by AMG’s Speedshift Plus 7G-Tronic gearbox. It comes with steering wheel paddles and you can also choose between three driving modes: Comfort, Sport and Manual.
On the Continent prices will start at €69,853 (£47,115) so expect it to be £50k by the time it reaches UK shores at the beginning of 2008.
Any other goodies?
Standard spec includes 18-inch wheels, though 19s are an option. But our only complaint about the C63 AMG saloon was the overly hard ride, so the wife, children and labrador may not be too happy with the bigger wheels.
The front axle is lifted from the CLK Black Series, and there’s also a three-stage ESP system.
But I’m a practical man,’ we hear you cry…
Then fear not, because like the regular C-class estate the boot is full of rings and hooks, plus a collapsible crate to hold your shopping while the Easy-Pack tailgate opens and closes at the touch of a button.
The C63 AMG estate can also hold 485 litres, or 1500 litres with the rear seats folded. That’s 15 and 146 litres bigger respectively than the old C55 AMG estate, and comfortably more than the current RS4 Avant. But with that car due to retire soon, and BMW yet to confirm a M3 Touring, the Merc seemingly has the compact premium super-estate category to itself.
Mercedes-Benz C63 AMG estate - First Official Pictures - Carmagazine.co.uk
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cawimmer430
Piston Pioneer
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bmer
Tire Trailblazer
I think we all agree that this comes nowhere near the dynamic and beautiful lines of the RS4 Avant.
Audi just knows how to make great looking wagons. The C 63 Sedan is another story 
PanterroR
Lap Time Luminary
Now With More Power: The Mercedes-Benz C63 AMG Estate
Sure the new Mercedes-Benz C-Class Estate debuted just a few days ago, but let's be honest: nothing would haul groceries and your son's little league teammates better than a station wagon powered by a strapping 336 kW/ 457 horsepower AMG 6.3-Liter - one which could rocket from 0-62 mph in just 4.6 seconds and achieve an electronically limited top speed of 155 mph.
Thankfully, Mercedes engineers (being the understanding husbands and fathers they are) agreed, and thus, they created the C63 AMG Estate - a station wagon boasting all the features of the standard C-Class Estate, but packed with the above-described, incredibly-potent, Porsche-slaying power plant. To put it simply, it's one of the fastest mom-friendly vehicles on the planet.
But the added power isn't the only thing differentiating the C63 AMG Estate from its non-AMG counterpart; there's a number of other features which further attempt to capitalize on your deep-seeded performance desires. AMG speed-sensitive sports steering, a 3-stage ESP AMG sports suspension package, steering wheel gear shift paddles, AMG body styling and a number of AMG interior elements are just of the features that await you, should you choose the AMG variant of the C-Class Estate. And did I mention it can carry up to 1,500 Liters of cargo, the highest of any estate in its class?
I already know what you're thinking: "I'm sold - when can I get it, and how much is it going to cost."
The new C63 AMG wagon is set to enter the market at the start of 2008; pricing including VAT is EUR 69,8523.
Speed doesn't come cheap, but with time saved traveling from home to the grocery store, at least you won't have to worry about the pint of your favorite Ben & Jerry's flavor melting during it's now-abbreviated sojourn. And can you really put a price tag on that?
I didn't think so.
To learn more, keep reading for a number of photos showcasing the impeccable new Mercedes C63 AMG Estate followed by the full press release detailing the model.
Enjoy.
OFFICIAL PRESS RELEASE
The new Mercedes-Benz C 63 AMG Estate: Unique high-performance estate
Affalterbach, Sep 05, 2007
Following in the Saloon’s footsteps, the C 63 AMG Estate is now also due to be launched. Under the bonnet with its distinctive power domes, the AMG 6.3-litre V8 engine delivers effortless acceleration. The high-revving naturally aspirated engine sets the benchmark in this segment with its maximum output of 336 kW/457 hp at 6800 rpm and maximum torque of 600 Nm at 5000 rpm. The unique high-performance estate accelerates from 0 to 100 km/h in 4.6 seconds; top speed is 250 km/h (electronically limited).
Power is transferred by the AMG SPEEDSHIFT PLUS 7G-TRONIC. Equipped with AMG steering wheel gearshift paddles and the three driving modes “C”, “S” and “M”, the seven-speed automatic transmission delivers a decidedly sporty or comfort-focused ride depending on the driver’s tastes. The automatic throttle-blipping function when downshifting is another innovation. In conjunction with the all-new front axle, the AMG speed-sensitive sports steering and the new 3-stage ESP®, the AMG sports suspension provides maximum driving pleasure and superb driving dynamics. The AMG high-performance braking system with large internally ventilated and perforated disc brakes all round provides optimum stopping power even during particularly dynamic driving. The standard specification includes 18-inch five-spoke AMG light-alloy wheels with 235/ 40 R 18 (front) and 255/35 R 18 (rear) wide-base tyres. 19-inch AMG multi-spoke light-alloy wheels shod with 235/35 R 19 (front) and 255/30 R 19 (rear) tyres are available as an option.
Design and appointments: more distinctive than ever
The design and appointments on the new C 63 AMG Estate are comfortably on a par with the sophisticated technology. The top-of-the-line AMG eight-cylinder model has been differentiated more clearly than ever from the series-production C-Class: typical hallmarks of the brand come in the shape of AMG bodystyling, the bonnet with power domes, the distinctive AMG radiator grille, the flared front wings, the AMG rear apron with its black diffusor insert and the AMG sports exhaust system with two sets of chromed twin tailpipes. The interior feel is dominated by the distinctive AMG sports seats with integral head restraints, the three-spoke AMG performance steering wheel with its flat underside and small 365-millimetre rim, and the tube-style AMG instrument cluster with its AMG-specific main menu. As an alternative to the standard-fit aluminium trim elements, AMG carbon trim can also be ordered as an option for the C 63 AMG Estate.
Largest load compartment in its class with up to 1500 litres
The load capacity of the C 63 AMG Estate ranges from 485 to 1500 litres (VDA measuring method) depending on the position of the 1/3:2/3-split rear seat backrests which can be folded forwards. No other car in the premium estate segment of this vehicle class can match this capacity. Standard equipment includes bag hooks and four anchoring lugs to secure the load, side stowage compartments with covers, a collapsible shopping crate as well as a combined luggage cover and retaining net. The new EASY-PACK tailgate opens and closes at the push of a button. The market launch of the C 63 AMG Estate is scheduled for the start of 2008; sales price incl. 19% VAT is EUR 69,853.
Copyright © 2007, DaimlerChrysler AG
Source: eMercedesBenz - The Unofficial Mercedes-Benz Weblog
Sure the new Mercedes-Benz C-Class Estate debuted just a few days ago, but let's be honest: nothing would haul groceries and your son's little league teammates better than a station wagon powered by a strapping 336 kW/ 457 horsepower AMG 6.3-Liter - one which could rocket from 0-62 mph in just 4.6 seconds and achieve an electronically limited top speed of 155 mph.
Thankfully, Mercedes engineers (being the understanding husbands and fathers they are) agreed, and thus, they created the C63 AMG Estate - a station wagon boasting all the features of the standard C-Class Estate, but packed with the above-described, incredibly-potent, Porsche-slaying power plant. To put it simply, it's one of the fastest mom-friendly vehicles on the planet.
But the added power isn't the only thing differentiating the C63 AMG Estate from its non-AMG counterpart; there's a number of other features which further attempt to capitalize on your deep-seeded performance desires. AMG speed-sensitive sports steering, a 3-stage ESP AMG sports suspension package, steering wheel gear shift paddles, AMG body styling and a number of AMG interior elements are just of the features that await you, should you choose the AMG variant of the C-Class Estate. And did I mention it can carry up to 1,500 Liters of cargo, the highest of any estate in its class?
I already know what you're thinking: "I'm sold - when can I get it, and how much is it going to cost."
The new C63 AMG wagon is set to enter the market at the start of 2008; pricing including VAT is EUR 69,8523.
Speed doesn't come cheap, but with time saved traveling from home to the grocery store, at least you won't have to worry about the pint of your favorite Ben & Jerry's flavor melting during it's now-abbreviated sojourn. And can you really put a price tag on that?
I didn't think so.
To learn more, keep reading for a number of photos showcasing the impeccable new Mercedes C63 AMG Estate followed by the full press release detailing the model.
Enjoy.
OFFICIAL PRESS RELEASE
The new Mercedes-Benz C 63 AMG Estate: Unique high-performance estate
Affalterbach, Sep 05, 2007
Following in the Saloon’s footsteps, the C 63 AMG Estate is now also due to be launched. Under the bonnet with its distinctive power domes, the AMG 6.3-litre V8 engine delivers effortless acceleration. The high-revving naturally aspirated engine sets the benchmark in this segment with its maximum output of 336 kW/457 hp at 6800 rpm and maximum torque of 600 Nm at 5000 rpm. The unique high-performance estate accelerates from 0 to 100 km/h in 4.6 seconds; top speed is 250 km/h (electronically limited).
Power is transferred by the AMG SPEEDSHIFT PLUS 7G-TRONIC. Equipped with AMG steering wheel gearshift paddles and the three driving modes “C”, “S” and “M”, the seven-speed automatic transmission delivers a decidedly sporty or comfort-focused ride depending on the driver’s tastes. The automatic throttle-blipping function when downshifting is another innovation. In conjunction with the all-new front axle, the AMG speed-sensitive sports steering and the new 3-stage ESP®, the AMG sports suspension provides maximum driving pleasure and superb driving dynamics. The AMG high-performance braking system with large internally ventilated and perforated disc brakes all round provides optimum stopping power even during particularly dynamic driving. The standard specification includes 18-inch five-spoke AMG light-alloy wheels with 235/ 40 R 18 (front) and 255/35 R 18 (rear) wide-base tyres. 19-inch AMG multi-spoke light-alloy wheels shod with 235/35 R 19 (front) and 255/30 R 19 (rear) tyres are available as an option.
Design and appointments: more distinctive than ever
The design and appointments on the new C 63 AMG Estate are comfortably on a par with the sophisticated technology. The top-of-the-line AMG eight-cylinder model has been differentiated more clearly than ever from the series-production C-Class: typical hallmarks of the brand come in the shape of AMG bodystyling, the bonnet with power domes, the distinctive AMG radiator grille, the flared front wings, the AMG rear apron with its black diffusor insert and the AMG sports exhaust system with two sets of chromed twin tailpipes. The interior feel is dominated by the distinctive AMG sports seats with integral head restraints, the three-spoke AMG performance steering wheel with its flat underside and small 365-millimetre rim, and the tube-style AMG instrument cluster with its AMG-specific main menu. As an alternative to the standard-fit aluminium trim elements, AMG carbon trim can also be ordered as an option for the C 63 AMG Estate.
Largest load compartment in its class with up to 1500 litres
The load capacity of the C 63 AMG Estate ranges from 485 to 1500 litres (VDA measuring method) depending on the position of the 1/3:2/3-split rear seat backrests which can be folded forwards. No other car in the premium estate segment of this vehicle class can match this capacity. Standard equipment includes bag hooks and four anchoring lugs to secure the load, side stowage compartments with covers, a collapsible shopping crate as well as a combined luggage cover and retaining net. The new EASY-PACK tailgate opens and closes at the push of a button. The market launch of the C 63 AMG Estate is scheduled for the start of 2008; sales price incl. 19% VAT is EUR 69,853.
Copyright © 2007, DaimlerChrysler AG
Source: eMercedesBenz - The Unofficial Mercedes-Benz Weblog
Tarek
Cornering Kingpin
I think we all agree that this comes nowhere near the dynamic and beautiful lines of the RS4 Avant.
You are wrong
that is ur opinion,IMO the C63 sedan or wagon dwarfs the current RS4 in every possible way!Similar threads
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