Should You Buy a 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLS 63 AMG in 2023? Watch This Full Tour & Review First
Vložit
- čas přidán 22. 05. 2024
- 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.
Help support PRN with a monthly subscription. Supporters get exclusive access to content, including exclusive behind the scenes content, IRL update videos, member badges, and more! Find out more by Joining now / @prntestdrive
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.
Follow PRN on Facebook: / perpetualradio
Follow Nile on Instagram: / nilelivesey
Follow James on Instagram: / technically_cars
Email Nile: nile@perpetualradio.ca
TestDrive is proudly produced in Elgin County, Ontario, Canada. - Auta a dopravní prostředky
Can you spot all the differences on this car from stock?
Front grill seems different and definitely a steering wheel 🤷♂️
"I enjoy eating salmon so why not have it as a car" best justification ever for getting a CLS 🤣
Could also argue that donuts are tasty so this CLS would be a good buy also 😆
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.
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.
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
This guy has the best voice and he’s good at it
Thanks, I appreciate that!
Yes! There she is 😍 great job! Video turned out great!
Thank you again for letting us feature it! I had a blast driving it around Mexico. Enjoy it!
Ive always wanted one of these used!
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!
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 🤙
Glad to hear it! Sounds like it's pretty low mileage, especially for an AMG. Enjoy it!
I Love that Car....I still own one 2009 CLS 63 AMG......! Renntech Stage 1 Tune
Awesome car to own! We're really glad we had the chance to feature one finally.
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.
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.
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.
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.
@@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!
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 🤘
The owner replaced the steering wheel as I believe the air bag went off on the original one.
The owner does have his own Channel if you want to check out www.youtube.com/@Erikzapp
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...
MY favorite thing about the CLS models is the handling. There is almost no roll in the turns.
We’re hearing that a lot in the comments!
we love NEILL
Who’s that?
It’s actually Nile not Neil :)
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
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.
I just found one for 13k☠️ i am hopping on it asap
OMG 😱
You mean AMG
That’s how I felt hearing that exhaust for the first time
I would have thought that was an E Class too lol
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.
you are like a huge live Teddy Bear...very huggable
Hope that's a good thing, thanks!
CLS 55 AMG > CLS 63 AMG
How come?
@@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.
@@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.
@@Wha_SAABexactly I’m glad I got my E55 it’s wonderful 😭💯
piece of salmon?? wtf
Yeah, Google what a salmon filet looks like, I even overlay it during this video for emphasis. 😉
Pastel colors are not your friend.
These are the last days of Summer, do pastel while you still can
Always happy to get fashion advice on a car show.
@@PRNTestDrive Trust me, take my advice...stick with black.
Totes
@@PRNTestDrive man, you're not very fun to engage with😄