Should You Buy a 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLS 63 AMG in 2023? Watch This Full Tour & Review First

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  • We've got another older luxury car, and this one's a beast. Check out this awesome 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLS 63 AMG and why you might want to grab one in 2023.
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    00:00 Burnout & Donuts
    00:21 Introduction
    02:48 Engine Specs
    06:05 Exterior Design
    09:28 Exhaust Sounds
    10:08 Driving Segment
    23:38 0-60 Launch Test
    25:00 Burnout & End Screen
    This week a local enthusiast has allowed us to experience his 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLS 63 AMG, the first 4 door coupé produced which spawned vehicles like the CLA-Class, Volkswagen CC, BMW 4 & 6 Series' Gran Coupés, and all the SUV coupés we see today. We're checking out this lower mileage vehicle with about 86,000 kms. We go over all the features and tech that you'd want to know about if you're in the market for a C219 Mercedes-Benz CLS-Class.
    We also give thanks to Erol Cenk from AMG who hand built the 6.2L M156 AMG V8 engine which produces 507 horsepower and 465 lb-ft of torque when new. This specific car has had an ECU tune, resonator delete, and hi-flow catalysts installed, among some other changes to the vehicle. We discuss some of the common issues with the CLS-Class, the CLS63 AMG, and the M156 engine during our tour of the vehicle.
    We then take the 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLS 63 AMG on the road to talk about how this car performs as a daily driver, some of the reasons you'd want to consider buying one in the current year, and things to look out for that could go wrong with these vehicles. We have the pleasure of doing some controlled launches, some donuts, and some start up and revs so you can get a great idea of what this car has to offer.
    We also discuss the interior design and features on this car. Based on the W211 Mercedes-Benz E-Class, sharing the same wheelbase and many interior elements, this car felt like the 2003 E 500 we drove many years ago. Features on this build include the P30 Performance Package, heated and ventilated front multi-contour seats, rear heated seats, 4 zone automatic climate control, rear sun shade, keyless Go, navigation, a harmon/kardon audio system, and more.
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  • @NileLivesey
    @NileLivesey 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +10

    Can you spot all the differences on this car from stock?

    • @MishanyaVeselyiNYC
      @MishanyaVeselyiNYC 7 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      Front grill seems different and definitely a steering wheel 🤷‍♂️

  • @austingtir
    @austingtir 8 หลายเดือนก่อน +10

    Coming from a w211 e55 owner who recently bought one of these im genuinely shocked at how much better it handles and brakes. Obviously the engine in the e55 is the tits (especially when modified) but the handling/braking difference is genuinely crazy. IMO these are a bit of a hidden gem.

    • @PRNTestDrive
      @PRNTestDrive  8 หลายเดือนก่อน

      That seems to be the common thing we’re hearing from owners. It wasn’t ever a car I was interested in, but I really enjoyed my short time with it. I’d be interested in driving one longer term.

    • @ronslife3396
      @ronslife3396 4 หลายเดือนก่อน

      I have w211 E55 As well I don’t have a problem with it honestly it’s all about preference it’s about what you like real shit

  • @Redkey7
    @Redkey7 6 หลายเดือนก่อน +5

    This guy has the best voice and he’s good at it

    • @PRNTestDrive
      @PRNTestDrive  6 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Thanks, I appreciate that!

  • @alexeymoujeer3498
    @alexeymoujeer3498 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +9

    "I enjoy eating salmon so why not have it as a car" best justification ever for getting a CLS 🤣

    • @PRNTestDrive
      @PRNTestDrive  9 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Could also argue that donuts are tasty so this CLS would be a good buy also 😆

  • @Erikzapp
    @Erikzapp 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +8

    Yes! There she is 😍 great job! Video turned out great!

    • @PRNTestDrive
      @PRNTestDrive  9 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

      Thank you again for letting us feature it! I had a blast driving it around Mexico. Enjoy it!

  • @joecool9739
    @joecool9739 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +6

    Ive always wanted one of these used!

    • @PRNTestDrive
      @PRNTestDrive  9 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      I was considering the 09 CLS 550 I mentioned in the video as a winter beater, but once the car showed up on trade it wasn't worth it. Horribly beaten with mismatched panels and damage throughout. I'm glad I passed on it, and really happy I had the chance to drive the AMG here!

  • @michaelwhitaker9188
    @michaelwhitaker9188 7 หลายเดือนก่อน +5

    Great Review 🤙I have a 2006 in the Obsidian Black also with similar mods,only 63,000 miles on the clock,owned it over 7 years now and will prob never sell it,a Great weekend car it is 🤙

    • @PRNTestDrive
      @PRNTestDrive  7 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      Glad to hear it! Sounds like it's pretty low mileage, especially for an AMG. Enjoy it!

  • @TRICKDAWG
    @TRICKDAWG 7 หลายเดือนก่อน +4

    I Love that Car....I still own one 2009 CLS 63 AMG......! Renntech Stage 1 Tune

    • @PRNTestDrive
      @PRNTestDrive  7 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      Awesome car to own! We're really glad we had the chance to feature one finally.

  • @Snaxtex
    @Snaxtex 5 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Really liked the video!
    I have a 2005 CLS 55 AMG myself and just love that car. Everything from the way it handles, to the looks and especially the sound. Both the 63 and the 55 sounds amazing!
    Mine is white with black interior imported from Japan (Left hand drive), and to my surprise, the stereo head unit has both slots for DVD but also a mini disc. The whole screen tilts up or down.
    Love the cap by the way, I have just the same one in my car at all times.

    • @PRNTestDrive
      @PRNTestDrive  5 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      Thanks for checking this episode out! I'm glad I had the chance to drive this car, as it's always a treat to feature an older AMG.

  • @jimcabezola3051
    @jimcabezola3051 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +4

    This just looks so... Italianate! It's the best-styled Mercedes sedan in decades. They goofed it up in the 2nd-generation version. If my Boomer memory serves, this is only the third 4-door I've ever heard referred to as a coupé. I still recall the Rover P5 and P6 were called coupés as well. However...this coupé is...PEAK coupé. It was fun to see you enjoying it to the full.

    • @PRNTestDrive
      @PRNTestDrive  9 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      I had a blast filming this one, hoping to get the chance to do some more cars like this now that I've driven this one recently. The styling has grown on me, helps that the owner has put on a newer-style AMG grille, and the final year of production with the updated exterior bits helps too. I'd be curious to drive the C218 now, the interior looks like a mix between my C-Class and S-Class.

    • @jimcabezola3051
      @jimcabezola3051 9 หลายเดือนก่อน

      @@PRNTestDrive I hope you'll get to sample that C218. I've liked the C-Class since I lived in Germany when they first came out. Sure...the old car is radically different to what is on the market now, but the nostalgia (or...anemoia) is still there. Take care!

  • @7477238
    @7477238 8 หลายเดือนก่อน +8

    MY favorite thing about the CLS models is the handling. There is almost no roll in the turns.

    • @PRNTestDrive
      @PRNTestDrive  8 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

      We’re hearing that a lot in the comments!

  • @MishanyaVeselyiNYC
    @MishanyaVeselyiNYC 7 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    Finally, I see another w219 with carbon fiber trim. Little surprised that it has pre-facelift steering wheel. I'd be happy to chat with the owner of this beast, since we both own p30 versions 🤘

    • @PRNTestDrive
      @PRNTestDrive  7 หลายเดือนก่อน

      The owner replaced the steering wheel as I believe the air bag went off on the original one.

    • @PRNTestDrive
      @PRNTestDrive  7 หลายเดือนก่อน

      The owner does have his own Channel if you want to check out www.youtube.com/@Erikzapp

    • @TeslaWasHere
      @TeslaWasHere 2 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Are you getting cf interior warping/peeling at all? All of my slats for the rear slider have peeled up, and part of my cf front dash is warping. :( So sad. Looking at custom alternatives soon...

  • @shmuelmashiah
    @shmuelmashiah 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +3

    we love NEILL

    • @NileLivesey
      @NileLivesey 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      Who’s that?

    • @jenngentil1306
      @jenngentil1306 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +3

      It’s actually Nile not Neil :)

  • @Spreadlovesneakers
    @Spreadlovesneakers 6 หลายเดือนก่อน +3

    In America they have them for 15k I’m looking for one now, I had the 500 model can’t wait to get the 63 almost double up lol

    • @PRNTestDrive
      @PRNTestDrive  6 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Sounds like a pretty reasonable price. I believe the owner of this car has listed it for sale for about $28k CAD if you're interested.

    • @ChrisByrnes__
      @ChrisByrnes__ 6 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

      I just found one for 13k☠️ i am hopping on it asap

  • @mainlymusicman
    @mainlymusicman 6 วันที่ผ่านมา +1

    good lord that rear diffuser.
    why?

  • @mercboy111
    @mercboy111 9 หลายเดือนก่อน

    OMG 😱

    • @alexeymoujeer3498
      @alexeymoujeer3498 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      You mean AMG

    • @PRNTestDrive
      @PRNTestDrive  9 หลายเดือนก่อน

      That’s how I felt hearing that exhaust for the first time

  • @cornerstoneboxingpromotion3120
    @cornerstoneboxingpromotion3120 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    I would have thought that was an E Class too lol

    • @PRNTestDrive
      @PRNTestDrive  9 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      The interior is pretty much a copy from the E-Class, feels right at home. Would love to revisit the W211 after filming this, it's been too long since I drove one.

  • @theayatollahofrockandrollah
    @theayatollahofrockandrollah 7 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    you are like a huge live Teddy Bear...very huggable

    • @PRNTestDrive
      @PRNTestDrive  7 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Hope that's a good thing, thanks!

  • @Wha_SAAB
    @Wha_SAAB 7 หลายเดือนก่อน +3

    CLS 55 AMG > CLS 63 AMG

    • @Redkey7
      @Redkey7 6 หลายเดือนก่อน

      How come?

    • @Wha_SAAB
      @Wha_SAAB 6 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      @@Redkey7 reliability and tuning potential. M113K is one of the greatest engines AMG ever produced and it’s quite easy to work on. M156 was known for headbolt issues, but even if they are addressed, the 55 just has so much more character and the driving experience is miles better.

    • @MrSnowford
      @MrSnowford 4 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      @@Wha_SAAB Not only headbolts but camshaft adjuster issues (pins wear away the softer metal of adjuster) and also camshaft lobe wear. The 55 also has so much more torque, even in stock form. I just love my CLS55.

    • @ronslife3396
      @ronslife3396 4 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      @@Wha_SAABexactly I’m glad I got my E55 it’s wonderful 😭💯

  • @harmankardon478
    @harmankardon478 หลายเดือนก่อน

    piece of salmon?? wtf

    • @PRNTestDrive
      @PRNTestDrive  หลายเดือนก่อน

      Yeah, Google what a salmon filet looks like, I even overlay it during this video for emphasis. 😉

  • @lovequeen7080
    @lovequeen7080 9 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Pastel colors are not your friend.

    • @joecool9739
      @joecool9739 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +3

      These are the last days of Summer, do pastel while you still can

    • @PRNTestDrive
      @PRNTestDrive  9 หลายเดือนก่อน +7

      Always happy to get fashion advice on a car show.

    • @lovequeen7080
      @lovequeen7080 9 หลายเดือนก่อน

      @@PRNTestDrive Trust me, take my advice...stick with black.

    • @PRNTestDrive
      @PRNTestDrive  9 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Totes

    • @lovequeen7080
      @lovequeen7080 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      @@PRNTestDrive man, you're not very fun to engage with😄