Mercedes-Benz E63 AMG: best and worst years
2 generations in our guides, rated
Most caution: W211 (2006-2009), W212 (2009-2011).
2006-2009W211
CautionCaution because of 8 known problems, 2 high-severity, led by Cylinder head bolt failure and Camshaft lobe and valve lifter wear.
Full W211 guide →2009-2011W212
CautionCaution because of 6 known problems, 2 high-severity, led by Cylinder head bolt failure (early-build cars) and Camshaft lobe and valve lifter wear.
Full W212 guide →Verdicts are the ratings in each FlamingCars guide; reasons and year notes come from the problems those guides list. Always get an independent pre-purchase inspection.