AMG A45 S 4MATIC+ Plus in Matte Mountain Grey MAGNO?

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Long story short, I was going to get an Audi RS3 but in a last minute change of mind (mainly due to the boring interior) I've decided to get an AMG A 45 S 4MATIC+ Plus.

Problem is I can't get the colour I wanted (white or yellow) but have been offered Black or Mountain Grey Magno.
I'm not convinced by it in black as all the aero/spoilers etc are black so nothing really stands out. Generally I don't likle Grey but the Matte has my interest but haven't seen one in the flesh.

So a couple of questions

1) anyone with this car and paint combo, what's your opinion, does it look good?
2) what is a Matte paint like to live with? does it mark easily? how is it to clean/maintain?

Any other info that will help my decision would be appreciated :)
 
I think the matt paint introduces more difficulties in looking after the condition of the paint vs the standard paint finishes. Pretty sure I read that you can’t easily polish the Matt finish in localised sections, if the need arose.

I’d go look at at used car with that paint finish see how well it’s held up.
 
One of my old 595's had a matte grey paint. Cleaning wasn't an issue, just stay away from waxing and any products with gloss enhancers. Chem guys do a shampoo specially for matte paint. I then either used an aqua coat or sometimes finished with a gyeon spray sealant. Again they do one specifically for matte finishes.

Just gotta be careful of chips and scratches!
 
naefeart said:
I think the matt paint introduces more difficulties in looking after the condition of the paint vs the standard paint finishes. Pretty sure I read that you can’t easily polish the Matt finish in localised sections, if the need arose.

I’d go look at at used car with that paint finish see how well it’s held up.
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That's what I was afraid of, I hope to see one later this week but it's new.

Firegod said:
Just gotta be careful of chips and scratches!
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I guess that's because you can't polish out any light scratches etc. ?

TBH I'm thinking it may not be worth the hassle but to get a colour I want will take 6 months :(
 
Depends how long you intend to keep it. If you change cars regularly (under 2yrs), perhaps it doesn’t matter to much. However if you intend to keep it longer, I would hold out for the right colour.

I don’t think it looks that great in black either. You could get the grey and then PPF it for an additional £2-3k+
 
id go with the colour i wanted , even with the time delay, otherwise i would be driving the car and wishing i had the other colour all the time.
i presume its new your buying?.
had this problem with the car i have now wanted candy apple red, ended up with red rush instead. but buying second hand it was only option....still wish i had held out but hey ho next time...
 
With you quoting a 6 month wait, I'm assuming you're looking at new? Aren't these like £60k new? For that money, I would be waiting for the spec I wanted.

If the interior of the RS3 put you off, what's your view on the A45 interior? I'm assuming the interior of an A class can't be any better than a C class? The C class interior has to be the cheapest feeling interior across the mainstream German compact saloons, faux chrome plated plastic buttons everywhere. I had a new C220d and BMW 318i a few months ago (back to back hire cars), and the C class interior was so disappointing compared to both the BMW, my old A4 B9 and my Giulia Veloce. I get the engine is very good with the power output they've achieved from a 2L 4 cylinder but I don't understand why for £60k, Merc couldn't give their customers both a good engine and decent quality interior.
 
Just to update, yes I’m looking new although I’ve just seen a used white with 2k miles which is good.

I’ve also now seen the Matte on a new one and it’s really nice, love it actually. Just need to decide if I can put up with the strict cleaning.

Also the interior looks so modern compared to Audi and seats are more bucket/hold you in place. Obviously I can’t comment on rattles etc as not had one. The carwow review said interior on Audi was slightly better quality but boring and old fashioned.
 
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Fr0dders said:
Strict cleaning and hassle of the matte paint not worth it for me. I'd be going for the lightly used white one
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What is so strict about it? The garage says it’s not much different other than having to use products designed for matte ie no polish.

Need to decide soon but was leaning towards the matte
 
Jase said:
What is so strict about it? The garage says it’s not much different other than having to use products designed for matte ie no polish.

Need to decide soon but was leaning towards the matte
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This garage wouldn't be trying to sell you the car by any chance would it ;)


Matte is a pain in the ass, if you don't mind the extra faff then go for it. Personally it'd drive me nuts. Just looks and feels unfinished.
 
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CaptainRAVE said:
Matte paint is too much faff.

I’d also go for an RS3 everytime.
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I tried the RS3 yesterday, loved it in colour kylami green. I liked it but a few things holding me back, it’s very quiet doesn’t really make you think it’s a quick car. Interior practical but boring, the seats don’t hug you and hold you in place, if felt like I was sat on them and not in them if that makes sense. But I did like it in green :)
 
I’d wait for the facelift, the interior is supposed to be a bit better.

I had a 8P previously and the current model’s interior was such a let own that I cancelled my RS3 order.
 
naefeart said:
I’d wait for the facelift, the interior is supposed to be a bit better.

I had a 8P previously and the current model’s interior was such a let own that I cancelled my RS3 order.
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Theres a facelift coming? any idea when? Audi stopped taking orders for the RS3 last year and still don't take orders so maybe they'd restart on a facelift.

I don't get why Audi won't at least allow the options they get in Eu such as the Alcantara steering wheel, colours on the airvents, colored stitching on the seats etc.. At least that would brighten it up a bit as it feels pretty drab as it is.
 
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