One month later: I sold my E63 and bought an M3 touring. Reasoning: E was too comfy and big and I missed thay about my m340i and didn’t want a step down in performance. Another month later comes the new c43 then he realizes he missed the performance and then buys the new c63.
Hi Sam, expat Englishman in the US here, hope you still have your E63S wagon! I've had mine for 3 years now but every now and then I like to watch your video 'cos it makes me smile....just like driving my 2021 E63S wagon. It really is a bonkers machine and I don't ever see me selling mine (wagons should be listed as a Class A drug). And now I know where the button is to raise the car height! Mine gets driven every couple of weeks to go get the groceries (90 mile round trip) or load it up with 80 bags of mulch (takes 4 trips to the DIY store to do it) every spring or, well, just to go out and shut a few folks down! We're lucky enough to also have a 2023 Mercedes EQS 580 in our garage, that thing is no slouch even in Drive mode but without the suck, bang, blow of the M177 engine (particularly on the overrun in Race mode in the many tunnels where we live) it's just not the same. Stay safe and between the kerbs.
8:00 - first time I drove a car with crash avoidance was terrifying. It slammed on the brakes on multiple occasions when approaching a card swipe device to enter a parking garage. Keep in mind this was a manual transmission vehicle, so not only did it fully arrest the brakes, it stalled the car. Until I looked in the manual and read about the avoidance "feature", I thought the drivetrain was broken.
Def should have bought the pre-face 2018 car without the petrol particulate filter. Yes new version has the better MBUX but its all about the sound from the V8 in the older model.
Nice one, congrats. It's interesting to hear you say the seats are comfy and the ride quality is great. I sold mine in December because I was unhappy with the ride quality and found the seats to be uncomfortable and it lacked the technology features I was used to (from my previous car, a W221 S500). I replaced the E estate with another, newer, S500 and absolutely loving it. Whatever you do, don't get an S-Class - you'll never be able to go back to anything below it. By getting the W222 S-Class I get proper buttons, no touch-screens or touch-buttons on the steering wheel and most importantly - a V8 with 455PS. I also found the 20" wheels not to my taste, I downgraded them to 18" for even more ride quality. I'd never consider the latest W223 S-Class, that can go do one.
Oh you are absolutely correct. The ride quality is significantly inferior to what it should be. It's just "passable" in the facelift. I want the massive boot though so all the other options are out. I am waiting for the day when they make an S Class wagon...Out of interest what tech features were you missing?
@@sammooresphoto You can get an S-Class wagon. You just need to be the Sultan of Brunei :-) Toys missing, off the top of my head (some might be in the 2021 facelift now): Soft Close, Double-Glazing, Night vision, Auxiliary/Remote pre-heating, "Magic Carpet Ride" Body Control, 4x Reclining/Heated/Cooled/Multicontour/Comfort/Dynamic/Massage seats, Rear entertainment package with wireless headphones, Analogue+Digital TV tuner with Split view display, Heated steering wheel and heated armrests, Airmatic lift, ability to code-in Automatic stop/start "memory", Cooled Glove compartment, Fridge option, "Magic Vision Control" (Adaptive windscreen wiper system), Chauffeur package (chauffeur position passenger seat), Sun protection electric blinds. The previous owner of my car was a VP at Mercedes and spec'ed it with all options :-)
Congratulations. I had a box fresh All Terrain for a long weekend with the 400d a while back. I don't like diesel but it is an epic engine. I so wanted to love the car but ultimately it was disappointing. No cooled seats. Horrible noise from 4x4 on full lock when parking. I love the interior design but it does feel a bit flimsy around the vents etc. The deal breaker for me though is the poor rear seat room. Downside of the giant boot I guess. I'm only 6ft but I could not sit comfortably behind myself and my feet would not go under the drivers seat unless my (drivers) head was on the roof. A bit of a surprise because the saloon version must be full of executive adults. Maybe the rear seats are a bit further back in those.
Interestingly the car I test drove made awful noises on lock but my car doesn’t make any. I believe it has something to do with the tyres. 400d was on my list to look at as well. Punchy diesels are quite appealing in a car like this. I suspect the 350d would actually suit me much better but finding a car with adaptive cruise was seriously tricky and then v8 so 🤷🏻♂️
@@sammooresphoto Very glad yours does not have the full lock noise. Love the justification....it has adaptive cruise control. Wish I could afford to run the v8. I still can't get over how bonkers fast they are. They can do low 11s 1/4 mile. I know there are many variables but on Carwow DC in a not too old F1 car was only doing about 9.5s and you can't put a chest of draws in one of those and it doesn't have adaptive cruise
Great video Sam (loving the podcasts too). Is the ride comfort improved across the whole e class face lifted range or is it just the e63? How about the e53?
Hi Sam, I’m a big fan of your content - many thanks for it! I had a choice between the e63 and an rs6 - I found that the air suspension rs6 was soft but the steel spring drc variant was a lot better and went for that in the end. I was wondering if you tried the drc rs6? Regardless of that glad you are enjoying it - all these turbo v8s are beasts and still tick the long range touring box where the taycan St I almost just bought still does not. Nb to the 340i crew here - I had one of those and agreed it’s an awesome car - tbh 85pc the thrill of either e63 or rs6 IMO for 50pc purchase and running costs - I put the birds b3 kit on mine and it was mega!
Oh nice. High five to the m340i crew. The main factor for rs6 vs e class for me was actually boot size. It’s quite a lot bigger in the e class. I’ve only driven the air suspension 6, would be interesting to try the drc
The RS6 is much more comfortable but there’s a serious mistake you can make…I had the new RS6 with the steel springs. And the mistake? I sold it! Bought the Etron SUV instead. I regret selling the RS6 every day! Don’t get me wrong, the etron is fantastic (saves on fuel, big boot etc) but it’s no RS6.
An E63s is a good choice, it sounds and looks very nice, did you consider a new Alpina B5 Touring when looking for a fast estate? Especially if you want comfort, speed and exclusivity.
Knowing the plates means people can identify you. Sam's said before that people used to follow him home in the f40, and then people would know where you live
Yeah it happened before in the 40. I've only done it recently as these cars might live on the street whereas previously they were always garaged or away from the road.
Something about that Ranmore Common road, never driven a car that feels happy going along it at a decent rate! Sketchy surface and camber maybe that you can't really see, who knows!
Yeah haha, it's actually quite a good test but as you say nothing feels settled. The GR Yaris was pretty solid down there which reminds me I need to go to Litchfield and drive theirs.
Great in depth review. One thing I disagree in is the ride quality- i opted for a 2019 pre facelift after test driving them back to back. For a £30k premium, i really didnt find the difference enough to bother going for the newer version - ride quality was also pretty similar. Try a c63 estate for a crap ride quality!
Such a shame the UK regs re tinting front door windows is so ridiculous because whilst the car looks to be a lovely example its ruined for me that the front windows don't match the rest of the car. Still once in the drivers seat that doesn't matter so much :) Enjoy
One month later: I sold my E63 and bought an M3 touring. Reasoning: E was too comfy and big and I missed thay about my m340i and didn’t want a step down in performance. Another month later comes the new c43 then he realizes he missed the performance and then buys the new c63.
lol. not a chance
Or goes out and buys the facelift Panamera Turbo Sport Turismo (80bhp up on the earlier car !!!)
The E63s is a brute, but the m340i was such a classy family estate.
@@HiddenWen it was, sadly i wanted something a bit bigger and then couldn't resist the urge tick off the amg v8
@@sammooresphoto These AMG V8's are disappearing, so good idea ticking off that box!
Hi Sam, expat Englishman in the US here, hope you still have your E63S wagon! I've had mine for 3 years now but every now and then I like to watch your video 'cos it makes me smile....just like driving my 2021 E63S wagon. It really is a bonkers machine and I don't ever see me selling mine (wagons should be listed as a Class A drug). And now I know where the button is to raise the car height! Mine gets driven every couple of weeks to go get the groceries (90 mile round trip) or load it up with 80 bags of mulch (takes 4 trips to the DIY store to do it) every spring or, well, just to go out and shut a few folks down! We're lucky enough to also have a 2023 Mercedes EQS 580 in our garage, that thing is no slouch even in Drive mode but without the suck, bang, blow of the M177 engine (particularly on the overrun in Race mode in the many tunnels where we live) it's just not the same. Stay safe and between the kerbs.
8:00 - first time I drove a car with crash avoidance was terrifying. It slammed on the brakes on multiple occasions when approaching a card swipe device to enter a parking garage. Keep in mind this was a manual transmission vehicle, so not only did it fully arrest the brakes, it stalled the car. Until I looked in the manual and read about the avoidance "feature", I thought the drivetrain was broken.
Def should have bought the pre-face 2018 car without the petrol particulate filter. Yes new version has the better MBUX but its all about the sound from the V8 in the older model.
Replace the run flats with non and you will fund the ride even better.
Nice one, congrats. It's interesting to hear you say the seats are comfy and the ride quality is great. I sold mine in December because I was unhappy with the ride quality and found the seats to be uncomfortable and it lacked the technology features I was used to (from my previous car, a W221 S500). I replaced the E estate with another, newer, S500 and absolutely loving it. Whatever you do, don't get an S-Class - you'll never be able to go back to anything below it. By getting the W222 S-Class I get proper buttons, no touch-screens or touch-buttons on the steering wheel and most importantly - a V8 with 455PS. I also found the 20" wheels not to my taste, I downgraded them to 18" for even more ride quality. I'd never consider the latest W223 S-Class, that can go do one.
Oh you are absolutely correct. The ride quality is significantly inferior to what it should be. It's just "passable" in the facelift. I want the massive boot though so all the other options are out. I am waiting for the day when they make an S Class wagon...Out of interest what tech features were you missing?
@@sammooresphoto You can get an S-Class wagon. You just need to be the Sultan of Brunei :-)
Toys missing, off the top of my head (some might be in the 2021 facelift now):
Soft Close, Double-Glazing, Night vision, Auxiliary/Remote pre-heating, "Magic Carpet Ride" Body Control, 4x Reclining/Heated/Cooled/Multicontour/Comfort/Dynamic/Massage seats, Rear entertainment package with wireless headphones, Analogue+Digital TV tuner with Split view display, Heated steering wheel and heated armrests, Airmatic lift, ability to code-in Automatic stop/start "memory", Cooled Glove compartment, Fridge option, "Magic Vision Control" (Adaptive windscreen wiper system), Chauffeur package (chauffeur position passenger seat), Sun protection electric blinds. The previous owner of my car was a VP at Mercedes and spec'ed it with all options :-)
@@veemacks7255 ok yes 🤣 lots missing. I don't really understand why they don't make the e class like that.
Lovely motor. Although, I have taken my C63 estate on track, it was great fun dicing with GR Yaris’ in the twisties and blasting down the straights.
I suspect this would be more boat like but probably deceptively quick for a lap or 2
@@sammooresphoto it’s certainly got wider hips. I’m swapping my C63 for something more track happy. New Civic Type R due in March!
@@jamsxr oh nice! I like the new Civic, not driven the R but should be fun on track
Jealous! Nice buy Sam. Looks amazing. Hope the little one appreciates it 😂👍🏼
Previous e63s has more character then the facelift
Agreed
Love these, big difference from the 340, I don't think I'll have anything that isn't an estate again, so handy.
100% The only next step for me could be a campervan or minivan or something for chucking bikes and family in but I will always have an estate I think.
I need one of these. But I want to import it from Japan. Any ideas what to search for
15:42 weather you’re 33 years old or 33 weeks old? That’s gotta feel exciting 😂😍
One hell of a shopping pram 🛒 smiles per mile 💯🎯🤣
Grab a V8 whilst you still can. As good as the B58 in the M340i is, it’s not a patch on that 4.0 biturbo lump for a big family wagon. Nice choice 👌
That’s my thinking. The lump in the 63 is hilarious, next car will probs be EV
@@sammooresphoto I replaced the m340 with two cars; an EV and a 911
@@PetrolheadTours Sounds sensible to me, one for fun, one for silent luxury and carting stuff
@@sammooresphoto I test drove an Ioniq 5 last week - bloody marvellous thing. Seriously tempted, but 9 month delivery is annoying.
@@veemacks7255 That's quite interesting, i've not driven one yet. I'm eyeing up what to replace my e208 with in a years time.
Congratulations. I had a box fresh All Terrain for a long weekend with the 400d a while back. I don't like diesel but it is an epic engine. I so wanted to love the car but ultimately it was disappointing. No cooled seats. Horrible noise from 4x4 on full lock when parking. I love the interior design but it does feel a bit flimsy around the vents etc. The deal breaker for me though is the poor rear seat room. Downside of the giant boot I guess. I'm only 6ft but I could not sit comfortably behind myself and my feet would not go under the drivers seat unless my (drivers) head was on the roof. A bit of a surprise because the saloon version must be full of executive adults. Maybe the rear seats are a bit further back in those.
Interestingly the car I test drove made awful noises on lock but my car doesn’t make any. I believe it has something to do with the tyres. 400d was on my list to look at as well. Punchy diesels are quite appealing in a car like this. I suspect the 350d would actually suit me much better but finding a car with adaptive cruise was seriously tricky and then v8 so 🤷🏻♂️
@@sammooresphoto Very glad yours does not have the full lock noise. Love the justification....it has adaptive cruise control. Wish I could afford to run the v8. I still can't get over how bonkers fast they are. They can do low 11s 1/4 mile. I know there are many variables but on Carwow DC in a not too old F1 car was only doing about 9.5s and you can't put a chest of draws in one of those and it doesn't have adaptive cruise
Great video Sam (loving the podcasts too). Is the ride comfort improved across the whole e class face lifted range or is it just the e63? How about the e53?
How much did the car cost? What was the mileage on car when you got it? Great work. Great channel.
Hi Sam, I’m a big fan of your content - many thanks for it! I had a choice between the e63 and an rs6 - I found that the air suspension rs6 was soft but the steel spring drc variant was a lot better and went for that in the end. I was wondering if you tried the drc rs6? Regardless of that glad you are enjoying it - all these turbo v8s are beasts and still tick the long range touring box where the taycan St I almost just bought still does not. Nb to the 340i crew here - I had one of those and agreed it’s an awesome car - tbh 85pc the thrill of either e63 or rs6 IMO for 50pc purchase and running costs - I put the birds b3 kit on mine and it was mega!
Oh nice. High five to the m340i crew. The main factor for rs6 vs e class for me was actually boot size. It’s quite a lot bigger in the e class. I’ve only driven the air suspension 6, would be interesting to try the drc
Worth a go on a drc equipped rs6 sometime to feed the comparison pallete - agreed on the e63 boot - cavernous! Thanks for the reply 👍
The RS6 is much more comfortable but there’s a serious mistake you can make…I had the new RS6 with the steel springs. And the mistake? I sold it! Bought the Etron SUV instead. I regret selling the RS6 every day! Don’t get me wrong, the etron is fantastic (saves on fuel, big boot etc) but it’s no RS6.
@@ep187 hahahahaha
@@ep187 it will be interesting to see when we get a proper Audi EV wagon, it won't be the same but I hope it will offer it's own advantages.
An E63s is a good choice, it sounds and looks very nice, did you consider a new Alpina B5 Touring when looking for a fast estate? Especially if you want comfort, speed and exclusivity.
I did, B5 relatively speaking seemed very expensive and same luggage space as rs6 which isn’t a large bump over 3 series.
And also originally I wasn’t looking at the stupid engined options as for my use they are kinda silly. But e63 seemed appealing in the end.
Steering feel is let down on all mercs ! Nice car though
This is true
What’s with the covered up plates? Not sure you’ve always done this.
Knowing the plates means people can identify you. Sam's said before that people used to follow him home in the f40, and then people would know where you live
Yeah it happened before in the 40. I've only done it recently as these cars might live on the street whereas previously they were always garaged or away from the road.
@@sammooresphoto cheers!
@THE HEAT GOT BEAT BROTHA If you’re familiar with the TH-cam comments section, you’ll be familiar with the amount of weirdos out there 😂
Something about that Ranmore Common road, never driven a car that feels happy going along it at a decent rate! Sketchy surface and camber maybe that you can't really see, who knows!
Yeah haha, it's actually quite a good test but as you say nothing feels settled. The GR Yaris was pretty solid down there which reminds me I need to go to Litchfield and drive theirs.
congrats,nice car! i only have c63s there is no e63s estate in China e63s estate my favourite congrats!!!
Great in depth review. One thing I disagree in is the ride quality- i opted for a 2019 pre facelift after test driving them back to back. For a £30k premium, i really didnt find the difference enough to bother going for the newer version - ride quality was also pretty similar. Try a c63 estate for a crap ride quality!
Proper beast! Have fun:))
Thanks
Where's the Porshce?
good choice mate! cannot beat an estate for a famiy car!
100%
Sam all it needs are silver alloys and it will be 👌👏👍
100%
did he blur the speedometer or something else, like the navigation maybe ?? EDIT: it's the speedometer ;-) Also: why is he sitting so low ?? :-O
Normal height no?
Because it’s a known fact that the lower you sit the a) faster the car goes and b) the cooler you look 😎
@@rajjy1976 haha, honestly doesn't feel that low, I can see all I need. It could be the wide angle on the camera.
Covers the reg on the AMG but not the Peugeot.🤦
Nice - the BM was a nice car - but this is a step up
yeah i was a big fan of the 3 series but more space was needed (and then went down a rabbit hole haha)
@@sammooresphoto you only live once, and if you have the money - why not 💪
Gorgeous.
What made you chose this over a S63 AMG? The S63 is still a large car and the ride quality is a lot better than the E63s
boot space and practicality, i'd absolutely love them to make an S Wagon
Such a shame the UK regs re tinting front door windows is so ridiculous because whilst the car looks to be a lovely example its ruined for me that the front windows don't match the rest of the car.
Still once in the drivers seat that doesn't matter so much :)
Enjoy
yeah, i totally agree
I bought a high-performance car, now I’m going to gripe about all of the high-performance parts….
It’s calibrated for Germany, I should be able to have my cake and eat it
e63’s are mega
Good luck on your new job as an undertaker, I think the corpses should enjoy a luxurious ride...... great car though, enjoy, all the best
Looool
Nice