TDudette Posted January 23 Share Posted January 23 Greetings, I am considering acquiring a C63 AMG (W204) in the next weeks and months. It is only a matter of identifying the appropriate option when the occasion arises. Regardless of the automobile I choose and its aesthetic appeal, I still like to have it inspected prior to purchase. I anticipate purchasing a vehicle privately and lack clarity on my requirements; thus, I want an expert to do a thorough examination to assess its value. I have seen that firms such as RAC and Click Mechanic provide a general service rather than a specialised one. I assume there are model-specific aspects to consider while inspecting a C63, which are crucial to identify, and I believe the RAC may overlook these details. I am enquiring if there are any countrywide professionals available to do a pre-purchase examination, or whether I must seek local services in the region where I want to purchase the vehicle. Salutations Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bvlenci Posted January 23 Share Posted January 23 Are you seeking any kind of warranty or guarantee? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TDudette Posted January 23 Author Share Posted January 23 If that were accessible, it would be excellent; but, primarily since the car is high specification, I need a technician with expertise in Mercedes to do a thorough inspection and ensure it is in optimal operational condition. I want to avoid spending a substantial sum just to discover that £3000 in repairs and maintenance is required three months later. I enquired if there are any countrywide inspection services of such kind, distinct from conventional RAC or AA inspections. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Blu_Ray_UK2007 Posted January 23 Share Posted January 23 Do you have a local independent Mercedes specialist? Enquire if they can do a pre-purchase inspection on short notice. The challenge may lie in obtaining the seller's consent for this. The abundance of C63s available for purchase works to your advantage. Identifying a suitable one is really challenging. Best of luck Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
WordSmith Posted January 23 Share Posted January 23 Prudent choice There will never be a C63 that surpasses the 204! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
keithmerc220 Posted January 23 Share Posted January 23 These are specialised vehicles with certain idiosyncrasies that an expert will recognise and scrutinise. While it is possible to encounter an AA or RAC technician with a particular interest in Benz vehicles and the requisite knowledge, such an occurrence is unlikely. If it were a Fiesta or a Focus, you would be satisfactory; nevertheless, with a C63, I would recommend hiring an expert for inspection or taking a risk. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AMG33D Posted January 23 Share Posted January 23 I am just 30 minutes away and can provide a second view if that would be beneficial. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rojoires Posted January 23 Share Posted January 23 Your optimal course of action is to first get a vehicle, followed by locating a reputable independent Mercedes expert in the vicinity. If you are unable to locate one, consider contacting the local authorised dealers. Regardless of the expert or dealer you choose, they will likely request that you bring the vehicle to them, mostly to facilitate inspection on a lift and secondarily to minimise both time and costs for you. I believe that a standard AA/RAC or general mechanic's examination will only identify overt apparent issues such as worn tires, degraded brakes, and damaged components or bodywork. They are unlikely to recognise the faults that bother you most and are the most costly to rectify, such as worn cam followers, deteriorated variable valve timing plates, and latent problems. If a specialist or authorised dealer is unavailable for the inspection, go to a MOT facility of your choice. They will not detect engine problems; nevertheless, they will provide some reassurance. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Alex1978 Posted January 23 Share Posted January 23 In 2012, I had Terry from Wayne Gates MB Specialists in Harrow do an inspection of my SL55 upon purchase. The most worthwhile expenditure I have made; I encountered many questionable vehicles and acquired knowledge about the automobiles. The examination was necessitated by my complete lack of knowledge about the autos, which are distinctive and specialist in several aspects. In 2022, after a decade of owning an SL55, I felt enough secure to independently search for an R231 SL63, and I successfully acquired a quality vehicle. While selling the '55, the buyer brought a "expert" who was uninformed about the SL55, ultimately leading me to explain its functionalities to him. The degree of ignorance is remarkable. They identify nonexistent issues to rationalise their charges. The crux of the narrative is 1. Non-MB expert examination - detrimental, 2. MB specialist inspection - beneficial, particularly for those without automotive understanding, as I did in 2012. Ideally, enhance your understanding and examine the situation independently; nonetheless, this is hard to do. Additionally, remember the historical context and documentation; the evaluation encompasses more than just the physical assessment. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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