Highlights

Factory option code P61 car with 507bhp engine
Extremely rare Fire Opal red paintwork
Full respray September 2025 plus polish and ceramic coating applied
Recent service by a Mercedes specialist during current ownership
Interior leather refurbished and Alcantara professionally cleaned
Qatar Istemara technical inspection valid to February 2027 with no advisories

The Appeal

Taking a number with special resonance for Mercedes enthusiasts, one that recalls Albert Van Goertz beautiful roadster, and applying it to the W204-generation C63 delivered one of the rarest and most powerful AMG Mercedes saloons of recent times. Just 1,000 507 Edition cars were sold worldwide, all featuring heavily reworked 6.2L M156 V8 engines incorporating features from the SLS AMG like forged pistons and connecting rods and a lightweight crankshaft.

Very few 507 Editions were sold in this car’s optional Fire Opal Red. A quick check of the factory Datacard shows that it has the P61 code that denotes the 507bhp cars. The vendor acquired the car last year and has expended considerable sums to bring it up to the standard you see in the photos. Work has included a full respray in the original colour and a check over and service by a respected marque specialist. Alongside servicing, all fluids were replaced, new brake pads fitted, and the a/c regassed.

This is one of the rarest and most capable C-Class Mercedes of recent years. A lengthy Qatari technical inspection valid to February 2027 underlines the condition.

The vendor says:

“This car is the last large engine size, naturally aspirated V8 in the C63 AMG and is a limited edition to mark the end of an era for AMG, with upgraded forged engine parts helping to push out 507bhp (up from the earlier 457bhp). The following year the C63 engine size got smaller with turbos attached, they are not the same car and never will be again. So this Edition 507 is a special car in many ways, the M156 engine is at its prime, the driving experience is fantastic, exhilarating and powerful at the same time. The power is instant and linear as an aspirated V8 should give, while the performance exhaust adds considerable power and a powerful soundtrack especially on the open road with the revs up at high speed, it really is a supercar.

“I knew all of this before I bought the car as I already am the happy owner of a C63 and when I saw this one for sale locally I knew I had to buy it and drive it, especially in the Mars Red colour which in my opinion is the best colour for this car. This car is an absolute head turner too and the interior is a really nice place to be in as well, very functional but also great for just cruising around. An AMG enthusiast will understand all of the above without difficulty and these cars are quite rare. In my personal opinion the red colour sedan with the black leather/alcantara interior with red accents is the best combination to have too, it simply works and matches the fiery nature of the engine and drive!!!”

History and Paperwork

2014 model year
Factory built in July 2013
Currently located in Qatar
Current keeper for just over a year
Approximately 2,200km driven since purchase
Always parked in an underground car park
Factory service books and service file misplaced prior to current ownership
Invoices available for all work completed during current ownership
Qatar Istemara technical inspection valid to February 2027 with no advisories
178,935 kilometres (111,185 miles) showing on the odometer (unwarranted)

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The Condition

Full body respray in Mars Red carried out in September 2025 by Silverstone Automotive in Doha
Recently polished and ceramic coated
Both bumpers, headlights, front left wing and right wing mirror replaced with OEM parts prior to the respray
The vendor reports the bodywork is in very good condition
We are told that exterior has no damage, flaws or dents
Black leather and Alcantara interior with red accents, recently refurbished
Driver's seat bolster renewed
Vendor reports no rips or tears anywhere
Alcantara professionally cleaned throughout, including the steering wheel
Aftermarket Romac Diablo alloy wheels fitted new by the current owner
Quality matching Michelin Pilot Sport tyres
Door speakers (non-OEM replacements by previous owner) have weak output
Dash speakers and radio functioning correctly with sound module replaced
Parking sensors not operational

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The Mechanics

6.2-litre naturally aspirated M156 V8 producing 507bhp
SLS AMG forged pistons and connecting rods as per Edition 507 specification
Seven-speed MCT automatic transmission
Comprehensive service carried out by Mercedes specialist "Mr Benz" in Doha in September 2025
Work included engine and transmission fluids and filters, spark plugs, brake pads and sensors, gaskets and AC re-gas
X-Force performance exhaust fitted by the previous owner with minor cosmetic damage to the resonator, checked by a mechanic and confirmed to have no impact on function
The vendor reports the car drives and handles with no mechanical concerns
Qatar Istemara technical inspection passed in February 2026 with no advisories

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