[556bhp]

Hi all,

Thought I'd share this with you for a chuckle...

I tallied up my 1-year maintenance costs for my 2016 Mercedes-AMG GT S. The total was ~$5k! I don't find this too surprising considering that A) it's German and B) the MSRP was $144k. I also had some inherited problems from the prior owners to fix. (Full story on my first year with the GT S is here on my blog.)

Compared to my old 2011 BMW M3, the AMG is down right reliable with zero CELs or breakdowns. But my CTS-V is by far my cheapest performance car; it didn't need any work last year!

Best,
Mike

 

[m13s]

Sweet whip and thanks for posting. The old lady wants one.

 

[556bhp]

Sweet whip and thanks for posting. The old lady wants one.

I hope she's good with a stiff suspension!

 

[m13s]

Ha ha that and more. I'm surprised it was that reliable.

 

[RobF300]

what was the bulk of that $5k?

 

[V_Wagon]

Hi all,

Thought I'd share this with you for a chuckle...

I tallied up my 1-year maintenance costs for my 2016 Mercedes-AMG GT S. The total was ~$5k! I don't find this too surprising considering that A) it's German and B) the MSRP was $144k. I also had some inherited problems from the prior owners to fix. (Full story on my first year with the GT S is here on my blog.)

Compared to my old 2011 BMW M3, the AMG is down right reliable with zero CELs or breakdowns. But my CTS-V is by far my cheapest performance car; it didn't need any work last year!

Best,
Mike

Nice write up. This insane money being thrown around is just ruining our hobby. See the link…

No Reserve: 2,500-Mile 2011 Porsche 911 GT2 RS


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[556bhp]

what was the bulk of that $5k?

About 40% went it to fixing broken interior trim, 20% into rear tires, and 40% into a major service.

 

[Blades1_99]

W

About 40% went it to fixing broken interior trim, 20% into rear tires, and 40% into a major service.

What "major"?

 

[RobF300]

W

What "major"?

it’s on his blog page

 

[Stiff1]

My dad picked up a 2019 last month. I’ve got to say that this car is a blast to drive. It feels, act, and sounds more like a true exotic car versus something that you could daily without any worries. I just took it out this afternoon for a little spin and still can’t get over how good it sounds and how tight the steering feels. Glad to see you’re enjoying yours!

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[Sbchris]

Nice write up. This insane money being thrown around is just ruining our hobby. See the link…

No Reserve: 2,500-Mile 2011 Porsche 911 GT2 RS


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Are these the same people buying NFTs????


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[556bhp]

W

What "major"?

Sorry, it was a 5y service with spark plugs.

 

[556bhp]

My dad picked up a 2019 last month. I’ve got to say that this car is a blast to drive. It feels, act, and sounds more like a true exotic car versus something that you could daily without any worries. I just took it out this afternoon for a little spin and still can’t get over how good it sounds and how tight the steering feels. Glad to see you’re enjoying yours!

Nice! Yes, the steering is really a standout, as is the way it corners!

 

[Eighthtry]

I like rude and crude, if that description can be laid on a V2.

 

[C2000]

Hi all,

Thought I'd share this with you for a chuckle...

I tallied up my 1-year maintenance costs for my 2016 Mercedes-AMG GT S. The total was ~$5k! I don't find this too surprising considering that A) it's German and B) the MSRP was $144k. I also had some inherited problems from the prior owners to fix. (Full story on my first year with the GT S is here on my blog.)

Compared to my old 2011 BMW M3, the AMG is down right reliable with zero CELs or breakdowns. But my CTS-V is by far my cheapest performance car; it didn't need any work last year!

Best,
Mike

My dad picked up a 2019 last month. I’ve got to say that this car is a blast to drive. It feels, act, and sounds more like a true exotic car versus something that you could daily without any worries. I just took it out this afternoon for a little spin and still can’t get over how good it sounds and how tight the steering feels. Glad to see you’re enjoying yours!

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I have heard that these can have transmission problems that come up and can cost upward of 30K to put in a new one. These cars are great looking and one of my favs.....

Jerry in Minnesota

 

[556bhp]

I have heard that these can have transmission problems that come up and can cost upward of 30K to put in a new one. These cars are great looking and one of my favs.....

Jerry in Minnesota

I noticed that my car's transmission warranty was extended by Mercedes at some point. That also points to some prior problem.

 

[subaru335i]

Sweet whip and thanks for posting. The old lady wants one.

They are super cool and fast. For the money and form factor I think I would still prefer some flavor of 911.

 

[subaru335i]

I have had my V2 for over 5 years now and I haven't done anything except fluids and tires lol. Clutch fluid recently and oil changes otherwise literally no maintenance needed its crazy these things are very reliable as long as you aren't going crazy with mods (Im pulley, HX, Intake)

 

[m13s]

They are super cool and fast. For the money and form factor I think I would still prefer some flavor of 911.

I'm in agreement with the 911. I do like the look of the benz and it drives extremely well. I really don't want another performance street car but I'd thevold lady has to have it you know how that goes.

 

[Wrecked Em]

I have a bit of track time in the GT-R and am a big fan. It's a handful, but in a good way. Not blisteringly fast, but tons of fun. The R is out of my price range, but I've been strongly considering upgrading my CTS-V to a GT-S.