Seriously considering a C63 over IS-F...
06-23-08 | 04:21 PM
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As for the destination charge, there is none. But that is not all good b\c we have a "recylcling" fee.
Call it what you want, the government just wants money.i'd go C63. with a few of the reasons that have been pointed out.
AMG has more experience in with tuning the 6.3L motor/ chasis/ suspension while this is Lexus "F"'s first time around.
personally, the C63 is more attactive to me. its is very aggressive without being overdone. the IS-F, while attactive, just seems like its too much.
performance, both will be well received by tuners. but you better be willing to pay a pretty penny. there are tuners in Cali that are boosting the C63. both stock are more than enough for the road. just dont expect to spank EVERYone.
AMG has more experience in with tuning the 6.3L motor/ chasis/ suspension while this is Lexus "F"'s first time around.
personally, the C63 is more attactive to me. its is very aggressive without being overdone. the IS-F, while attactive, just seems like its too much.
performance, both will be well received by tuners. but you better be willing to pay a pretty penny. there are tuners in Cali that are boosting the C63. both stock are more than enough for the road. just dont expect to spank EVERYone.
personaly I think the M3 is the best out of the bunch, the C63 is awsome but its too powerful and can get in trouble quick u have to be alert at all times driving that thing, while the M3 is more forgiving and is alot of fun to drive, the I-SF although I havent seen one yet from what Ive read and heard is a great car but is lacking some.......how about a supercharged S5 or RS4 ( mtm or ABT ) just something diffrent and unique it should be in the same price range as the others.
Many times.
06-24-08 | 05:25 AM
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Well, as an owner of a W204 C class I can tell you folks that the interior is just fine. It's a quality interior. The build quality feels top notch and the materials are no different than what the Audi A4 or Lexus IS use.
The thing that makes a difference is "presentation" and both the Audi A4 and Lexus IS interior don't look so bland or plain compared to the C class through use of "colorful" materials (chrome imitating plastic etc. or real chrome here and there...).
On the other hand, the door design of the W204 C class is awesome - and that of the IS is bland. The C class door design looks classy and elegant while that of the IS looks uninspired and plasticky too. See what I mean?
So to me it all comes down to presentation. The C class interior is visually not was well presented as some of its rivals. At the same time there are aspects of the C class cabin that are done better than that of the competition.
The thing that makes a difference is "presentation" and both the Audi A4 and Lexus IS interior don't look so bland or plain compared to the C class through use of "colorful" materials (chrome imitating plastic etc. or real chrome here and there...).
On the other hand, the door design of the W204 C class is awesome - and that of the IS is bland. The C class door design looks classy and elegant while that of the IS looks uninspired and plasticky too. See what I mean?
So to me it all comes down to presentation. The C class interior is visually not was well presented as some of its rivals. At the same time there are aspects of the C class cabin that are done better than that of the competition.
06-24-08 | 06:16 AM
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The doors on the C63 AMG can support the weight of a 200lb human being. Amazing demonstration of the tank like build quality. Both IS-F & C63 suffer from severe oversteer.. I can't get over the brute force of the big block V8 of the C63AMG along with the Benz AMG heritage. C63 AMG hands down buddy!
Both IS-F & C63 suffer from severe oversteer.. I can't get over the brute force of the big block V8 of the C63AMG along with the Benz AMG heritage. C63 AMG hands down buddy!
06-25-08 | 06:25 AM
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I love th feel of both cars and the the looks are different and have their own plus and minuses. I have to say the exhaust note on the C63 is the nicest, but I am sure the IS-F can be changed to suit. I am just sick of waiting, I could handle the 12 month wait , but it looks like it could end up being 18 months. So by the time I get the IS-F the new model will be out!
