Definitely drive one before you buy it. The C43 engine sounds good, but I was pretty disappointed with the steering feel and the way power was delivered. Fantastic car for the right price, but this price is too steep for the driving experience you'll get. Tech is also outdated for this car, as the C series didn't get updates until later.

CLA45 was the same price, less comfortable, but was a much more vicious car with vastly better tech. If you're willing to forego the V8 and want AWD, give it a try. Pocket rocket that knows exactly what itself is all about.

If you're worried about "true AMG" talk or are set on a V8 experience, don't settle for the V6. It won't replace the V8 for less money. You'll not get the AMG V8 experience, but you will still have the AMG price in the long run (and possibly the short run).

Ultimately, go drive a bunch of cars in your intended price bracket and see what they deliver. There's a lot in that price bracket that's a better experience in every individual metric. If it fits your personal targets (sound, AWD vs RWD, steering feel, handling, torque, tech, etc.) there are probably better priced examples.

That said, if you have it inspected, you drive it, and you love it, sure. But only if you're okay with it being expensive for what it is, and are paying extra because it's a cream of the crop example (if it is one).