2018 Mercedes-Benz E63AMG S

First, the pricing problem is severe. The median comparable for this model sits at $42,000 across 116 active listings, meaning you're being asked to pay an $8,000 premium (19% above market) for a car that's already six years old. The deal score of -0.5 signals a strong sell recommendation. This isn't a negotiating position; it's an overpriced listing in a crowded market where you have substantial leverage.

Second, the maintenance burden is real. Budget $3,500 annually ($290 monthly) for routine upkeep on this AMG variant. Over a five-year ownership cycle, that's $17,500 in maintenance alone—a cost many buyers underestimate with German performance cars. Combined with the inflated purchase price, your total cost of ownership becomes problematic.

The one bright spot: no open recalls and a clean dealer reputation (no float dealer warning). The vehicle itself appears mechanically sound.

The critical issue isn't the car's condition—it's the asking price in a buyer's market. You have 116 competing listings to choose from, many at significantly lower prices. Before proceeding with any offer, get a pre-purchase inspection to establish the vehicle's true condition. That inspection result will either justify negotiating down substantially or confirm you should move to one of the better-priced alternatives in the market.