2023 Mercedes-Benz E63AMG S

First, the valuation gap is enormous. Comparable E63 models are selling for a median of $42,000—meaning this asking price sits 150% above market. The car's current market value is closer to $50,000 based on dealer book value, which means you're being asked to pay more than double what the market will bear. Even accounting for mileage (29,000 miles is low) and condition, this spread can't be justified.

Second, depreciation is working against you immediately. This 2023 is already $46,939 underwater from the asking price relative to current market value. If you buy at $104,995, you're locking in a massive loss before you even drive it off the lot.

Third, ownership costs are substantial. Annual maintenance alone runs $3,500—significantly higher than typical luxury sedans—and major repairs on AMG powertrains can be catastrophic. You need to factor this into your total cost of ownership.

The positive: no open recalls and a clean safety record. But that doesn't move the needle on a fundamentally broken deal.

Your next step is simple: walk away from this asking price or make a hard counter at $50,000 maximum. If the dealer won't negotiate toward market, this deal isn't worth your time or capital.