Man struggles to get Porsche money for his Mercedes E63 at New Jersey dealership

A Mercedes E63 AMG wagon with carbon ceramic brakes is turning heads after its owner listed it for $156,000, aiming to fund a Porsche GT3 purchase.

The car is said to be the only one in this specific blue, has just 6,000 miles on the clock, and includes factory carbon upgrades and a roof box.

The seller believes the discontinued status of the Mercedes E63 and its unique configuration justified his asking price.

The dealership strongly disagreed.

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Dealership questions the value of the car

The seller brought his Mercedes E63 wagon to a New Jersey dealership and proposed using it as a trade-in toward a $213,000 Porsche GT3.

A video of the encounter, posted by GeorgeJSaliba on Instagram, shows the seller detailing his car’s rarity, including its carbon ceramic brakes, full carbon exterior package, and low mileage.

He argued that the combination of discontinued production and a one-of-one spec places this Mercedes E63 on par with elite performance models.

The dealer pushed back, stating the market does not typically reward even rare Mercedes E63 builds with Porsche GT3 level value.

While carbon ceramic brakes and high-end options might appeal to enthusiasts, most buyers still view a Mercedes E63 wagon as a performance luxury car rather than an appreciating asset.

The used car market places most E63s, even rare ones, well below 120,000 dollars.

Asking 156,000 dollars puts the car into direct competition with Porsche GT3 models, which retain high resale due to brand equity, motorsport history, and demand.

The Mercedes E63 wagon has its strengths. It offers supercar-like acceleration with family practicality, and its sleeper appeal has grown in collector circles.

However, rarity alone does not guarantee value.

The Porsche GT3 delivers a purist driving experience with track credibility and long-standing brand prestige, which helps explain the resistance from the dealership.

Could the Mercedes E63 reach Porsche GT3 value in the future?

While this particular Mercedes E63 may not justify a $156,000 price tag for this dealership, there is a growing argument that performance wagons like this are becoming more collectible.

The combination of a twin-turbo V8 engine, carbon ceramic hardware, and limited production makes the Mercedes E63 a standout in its category.

Its wagon format adds an unconventional appeal, especially for buyers tired of the SUV trend.

Interest in rare, high-performance long-roof models is increasing.

Cars like the AMG E63, Audi RS6 Avant, and other wagons are gaining attention among collectors looking for alternatives to coupes and sedans.

With carbon ceramic brakes and limited production numbers, certain Mercedes E63 variants may start seeing appreciation in the near future, particularly as AMG’s V8 offerings transition to hybrid and electric platforms.

The Porsche GT3 still occupies a different category.

Its reputation, precision engineering, and motorsport connection make it one of the most respected performance cars in its segment.

However, as combustion performance wagons become rarer and more desirable, the gap between models like the E63 and the Porsche GT3 could gradually close, at least in the eyes of collectors.

For now, the $156,000 asking price remains aspirational.

But the fact that the Mercedes E63 is even in this conversation shows how rapidly the market is evolving.

Enthusiasts are beginning to place more value on specification, uniqueness, and long-term ownership appeal, and in that context, a well-specced E63 wagon might not be so far off the mark.

The car ultimately sold for $125,000.

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