Best dash cam for G63
Hi all,
I’m shopping for a two channel dash cam for a G Wagon arriving soon and want to get this right from the start—especially for parking coverage.
I’ve done some initial research and am currently leaning toward BlackVue (DR970X-2CH) or Thinkware (U3000), paired with a dedicated battery pack (BlackVue B-130X, Cellink Neo, etc.), but would really value real-world feedback from those running these setups in Mercedes vehicles.
Key priorities:
• Strong video quality (especially night / low light)
• Reliable parking mode (motion/impact detection vs continuous recording)
• Clean OEM-like install (no visible wiring, minimal interior disruption)
• Battery-based system (avoid draining vehicle battery)
A few things I’d love input on:
• What exact setup are you running (camera + battery pack)?
• Realistically, how long does your parking mode last?
• Any issues with CAN bus, battery management, or errors?
• For those with LTE/cloud models—actually useful, or more of a gimmick?
• Any installers you’d strongly recommend (or avoid)?
Contexts: car will likely be parked both in garage and public settings, so consistent parking monitoring matters more than driving footage.
Appreciate any insights—would rather invest once and do it properly than redo the system later.