ML63 common issues

[Johannes]

Good evening everyone,
I’m looking at getting back into a 6.2 AMG, having sold my C63 a few years back and am trawling through various reviews and buying guides to try to ascertain what the major areas I should be looking at are, predominantly for the ML63 and SL63, in terms of potential big bills. Is anyone aware of any guides for these cars that might already exist? Any and all suggestions very welcome.

 

[zenman63]

Fuel is a Very big deal, especially as fuel has gone up.
I had one a few year back sub 10 to 17 is all it will do.
They like brakes, and tyres.
Engine is solid but not without problems on early cars.
My advice is go 13 plate Ml63 166.

 

[Johannes]

I am aware that fuel is a huge cost in these but it won’t be a deciding factor for me as my annual mileage is around 2k for my car/suv. I have a transporter T6 kombi for everyday life stuff. The 6.2 will be all about fun, with a bit of practicality thrown in if I go down the ML63 route. Are there any issues with the 4wd system or air suspension?

 

[daddyrob8]

I'm following this thread with interest!