Mercedes-AMG C63: A High-Performance Favourite for Thieves in the UK

The Mercedes-Benz C-Class AMG, particularly the C63 model, is one of the most desirable performance saloons on British roads. Its combination of V8 power, premium styling, and prestige badge makes it a true driver’s car. Sadly, it also makes it one of the most targeted vehicles for theft in the UK.

Why thieves target the C63

The AMG C63’s popularity means it’s highly sought after by organised criminal gangs. Cars are either stolen to order, stripped for valuable components, or shipped abroad within days. According to recent police and DVLA statistics, the C-Class has consistently ranked within the top 10 most stolen cars nationwide.

Like many modern prestige cars, especially the new C63 is vulnerable to keyless entry theft. Relay devices can capture the signal from the key fob inside a house and transmit it to another device near the car. Within seconds, thieves can unlock the doors and drive away silently.

How criminals exploit weaknesses

Aside from keyless attacks, the AMG C63 is also vulnerable to OBD (On-Board Diagnostics) port attacks. Criminals use specialist tools to plug into the car’s electronics and program a new key, bypassing the factory immobiliser. For gangs with experience, the process can take less than three minutes.

Police warnings and theft hotspots

Metropolitan Police data shows high rates of theft in London, but thefts are also rising in surrounding commuter towns and cities such as Manchester, Birmingham, and Leeds. Police regularly warn that prestige cars left unsecured overnight on driveways are easy targets.

Why a GPS tracker is essential for AMG drivers

While Mercedes have improved their factory security in recent years, it hasn’t kept pace with criminal tactics. That’s why insurers increasingly require C63 owners to fit a Thatcham-approved GPS tracker before offering cover.

The Smartrack S5 with iMob immobilisation or the Meta Deadlock S5 are two examples of premium systems designed to counter modern theft methods. These trackers use driver recognition tags or paired smartphones to verify the driver. If the car is moved without authorisation, the tracker immobilises the engine or alerts the 24/7 control centre, who immediately contact the owner and the police.

Benefits beyond theft recovery

Aside from theft prevention, a GPS tracker can reduce insurance premiums and provide peace of mind for owners. Many systems also come with smartphone apps, allowing you to check your car’s status in real-time, set up movement alerts, and monitor journeys.

Protecting a £70k+ investment

With a new C63 costing upwards of £70,000, leaving it exposed to modern theft methods is a major risk. A professionally fitted tracker is one of the best investments AMG owners can make — ensuring that if the worst happens, recovery chances are dramatically improved.

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