C63 ordered - MBClub UK

SportsCoupeRich · 18-04-2012, 08:54 AM

After umm-ing and ahh-ing between a C63 and a 993 C2S I have just put an order in on the C63 with my local dealer (on the phone from Saudi even!).

Have gone for Cavansite Blue (Mercedes in London have never ordered one in this colour - not sure if that is a good thing or not?) on an estate without PPP but with 19 wheels (not the black ones). Sand interior.

Awaiting news on likely build dates. Thinking of a trip to collect it from the factory.

wemorgan · 18-04-2012, 09:21 AM

Interested to know what swung it in favour verses the 993.

SportsCoupeRich · 18-04-2012, 09:25 AM

I am spending increasing amounts of time in Saudi and want something that will start when it has been left for 2 months , is under warranty if it needs fixing and I am not about to sort it, I don't have to worry about it being stolen (on road parking in sw6 unfortunately) too easily and something that my partner can drive if she has an emergency and the mini she has is not operational.

I am desperate to scratch the 993 itch. Might just have to be in 2 years time!

A-AvantGarde · 18-04-2012, 09:25 AM

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Originally Posted by SportsCoupeRich

Have gone for Cavansite Blue (Mercedes in London have never ordered one in this colour - not sure if that is a good thing or not?) on an estate without PPP but with 19 wheels (not the black ones). Sand interior.

Sounds like a fantastic colour combination, very nice. Great choice, especially on the Estate.

SportsCoupeRich · 18-04-2012, 09:27 AM

Thanks A-A.

I think it will be nice and not too in your face. I have tried to find another for sale used or new in caravan site blue and can only find one saloon in blue with black inside. Managed to avoid red leather, but it was hard!

James Rothwell · 18-04-2012, 09:46 AM

An estate C63? That is seriously cool!

Well done.

SPX · 18-04-2012, 09:50 AM

Someone on here has a newish Mercedes with that colour blue, I remember him calling it Caravan site, the same as you have.

Simon_M · 18-04-2012, 09:51 AM

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Originally Posted by SportsCoupeRich

caravan site blue

Not seen that colour

There was an old shape one kicking around in dark blue with sand leather. Looked great, and the silver calipers will look classy on it too.

Enjoy.

SportsCoupeRich · 18-04-2012, 09:56 AM

I'd like the red callipers but don't feel I need the ppp. Shame merc don't offer a painting service a la Porsche.

I'd like some yellow ones with the blue.

seven · 18-04-2012, 10:10 AM

Nice colour combination. I considered cavansite blue for mine but couldn't find one to physically view. If you contact AMG they may consider your painted caliper needs.

C240Sport97 · 18-04-2012, 10:26 AM

cavansite blue is beautiful, it's a dark metallic blue with depth.

very much like the tanzanite blue on my CLK 55 which you have seen, only a little bit less dark.

st4 · 18-04-2012, 10:32 AM

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Originally Posted by wemorgan

Interested to know what swung it in favour verses the 993.

Old cars are a hassle and need looking after. A nice new one really doesn't cause as much inconvience.

The C63 sounds a Cracker colour wise etc

jonnyMercUK · 18-04-2012, 10:47 AM

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Originally Posted by SPX

Someone on here has a newish Mercedes with that colour blue, I remember him calling it Caravan site, the same as you have.

Think he got a coupe didn't here?

Oh wait... here it is New C-Coupe owner

wemorgan · 18-04-2012, 11:23 AM

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Originally Posted by SportsCoupeRich

I am spending increasing amounts of time in Saudi and want something that will start when it has been left for 2 months , is under warranty if it needs fixing and I am not about to sort it, I don't have to worry about it being stolen (on road parking in sw6 unfortunately) too easily and something that my partner can drive if she has an emergency and the mini she has is not operational.

I am desperate to scratch the 993 itch. Might just have to be in 2 years time!

Sounds sensible to me. I wouldn't leave a 993 parked on a London road for months either. Also agree about scratching that 993 itch, there's something special about that air-cooled engine.

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Originally Posted by st4

Old cars are a hassle and need looking after. A nice new one really doesn't cause as much inconvience.

True, but for those who have the time and space, old cars can be fun too.

SportsCoupeRich · 18-04-2012, 11:24 AM

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Originally Posted by jonnystuartuk

Think he got a coupe didn't here?

Oh wait... here it is New C-Coupe owner

Thanks - I do like the colour. Saw it on a diesel saloon so am sure it will look good on the amg

18-04-2012, 08:54 AM	#1
SportsCoupeRich Hardcore MB Enthusiast Join Date: Jan 2005 Location: Fulham, London. Riyadh, KSA Car: C63 Wagonstein. Posts: 1,607	C63 ordered After umm-ing and ahh-ing between a C63 and a 993 C2S I have just put an order in on the C63 with my local dealer (on the phone from Saudi even!). Have gone for Cavansite Blue (Mercedes in London have never ordered one in this colour - not sure if that is a good thing or not?) on an estate without PPP but with 19 wheels (not the black ones). Sand interior. Awaiting news on likely build dates. Thinking of a trip to collect it from the factory.

18-04-2012, 09:21 AM	#2
wemorgan Hardcore MB Enthusiast Join Date: Apr 2008 Car: R172 SLK 250CDI Posts: 7,092	Interested to know what swung it in favour verses the 993.

18-04-2012, 09:25 AM	#3
SportsCoupeRich Hardcore MB Enthusiast Threadstarter Join Date: Jan 2005 Location: Fulham, London. Riyadh, KSA Car: C63 Wagonstein. Posts: 1,607	I am spending increasing amounts of time in Saudi and want something that will start when it has been left for 2 months , is under warranty if it needs fixing and I am not about to sort it, I don't have to worry about it being stolen (on road parking in sw6 unfortunately) too easily and something that my partner can drive if she has an emergency and the mini she has is not operational. I am desperate to scratch the 993 itch. Might just have to be in 2 years time!

18-04-2012, 09:27 AM	#5
SportsCoupeRich Hardcore MB Enthusiast Threadstarter Join Date: Jan 2005 Location: Fulham, London. Riyadh, KSA Car: C63 Wagonstein. Posts: 1,607	Thanks A-A. I think it will be nice and not too in your face. I have tried to find another for sale used or new in caravan site blue and can only find one saloon in blue with black inside. Managed to avoid red leather, but it was hard!

18-04-2012, 09:46 AM	#6
James Rothwell Hardcore MB Enthusiast Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: Dubai - UAE Car: S500L (W220) PREV- S600L (W140),3x E320, E280, E240, S500, 450SLC, E300D Wagon Posts: 901	An estate C63? That is seriously cool! Well done.

18-04-2012, 09:50 AM	#7
SPX Hardcore MB Enthusiast Join Date: Aug 2010 Car: S203 C32 AMG & RR Sport HSE Posts: 7,602	Someone on here has a newish Mercedes with that colour blue, I remember him calling it Caravan site, the same as you have.

18-04-2012, 09:56 AM	#9
SportsCoupeRich Hardcore MB Enthusiast Threadstarter Join Date: Jan 2005 Location: Fulham, London. Riyadh, KSA Car: C63 Wagonstein. Posts: 1,607	I'd like the red callipers but don't feel I need the ppp. Shame merc don't offer a painting service a la Porsche. I'd like some yellow ones with the blue.

18-04-2012, 10:10 AM	#10
seven Hardcore MB Enthusiast Join Date: Aug 2010 Location: Wiltshire Car: C63 Estate Posts: 516	Nice colour combination. I considered cavansite blue for mine but couldn't find one to physically view. If you contact AMG they may consider your painted caliper needs.

18-04-2012, 10:26 AM	#11
C240Sport97 Hardcore MB Enthusiast Join Date: Feb 2004 Location: London E1 Car: CLS55, 911 GT3 Posts: 6,466	cavansite blue is beautiful, it's a dark metallic blue with depth. very much like the tanzanite blue on my CLK 55 which you have seen, only a little bit less dark.

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