*** OFFICIAL C36, C43 MOD LIST ***

[nd4spd13]

Could someone please post up the P/Ns for the euro sunglass tray and the optional coin tray with cigarette lighter that replaces the ash tray and tiny coin tray. Can't seem to find them anywhere.

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[eza-ali]

C43 AMG is a high performance car. it is different from other C-class cars. it has full complement of Mercedes-Benz safety-equipment.

2011 - M500 - Benz

Auto Repair Los Angeles

[eundaddy]

the interior to our c43s are the same to all other w202s. dont listen to newbs.

http://www.benzworld.org/forums/w202...t-numbers.html

[DRBC43AMG]

Originally Posted by eza-ali

C43 AMG is a high performance car. it is different from other C-class cars. it has full complement of Mercedes-Benz safety-equipment.

2011 - M500 - Benz

Auto Repair Los Angeles

1st post and supposedly a auto technician? Rubbish! Must be Bot probably

[nd4spd13]

Originally Posted by eundaddy

the interior to our c43s are the same to all other w202s. dont listen to newbs.

http://www.benzworld.org/forums/w202...t-numbers.html

Thanks eun

Yea I don't know about you guys, but I'm super jealous of his ride. I LOVE the brand new M class they came out with....

[Brenda856]

I placed the order less than a week ago and its already here. Its comes out to $154.00 US. NO ISSUES AT ALL! When I say that I was shocked by them shipping time, I mean I was SHOCKED!!! Direct OEM fitment.

[503C43 ////AMG]

It is a regular BOT fest around here lately

[nkctb7]

The CF Grille looks outstanding. Was it $155 USD including shipping or was shipping extra?

Cheers

[503C43 ////AMG]

Originally Posted by nkctb7

The CF Grille looks outstanding. Was it $155 USD including shipping or was shipping extra?

Cheers

The CF isn't CF but rather black and grey checker paint. I have the "CF" grille and all though it is a high quality grille in hind sight I wish I had gone with the black slats. Once I finish the rest of my projects I will probably be replacing mine with the black slats.

I believe I paid $175 with shipping, the shipping was LIGHTNING fast!

[nkctb7]

I thought that was a little inexpensive to be genuine CF. It looks great regardless and I ordered one earlier today.

[DRBC43AMG]

I have the same one mounted on "T Rex" which is silver. I also have a black slat on my dark blue C240 wagon. I don't think the CF one would have looked nice on the dark colored one

[nkctb7]

I thought that I would add this to the list. I purchased my last set of Vogtland springs for my '99 C230 for $148 USD from them. They were having an overstock sale a few years ago on certain model#'s and are quite a bit cheaper than Vogtland na. The C43 lowering springs are only $211.49 USD compared to $249.99 USD and their lowering kits are $659.87 USD compared to $779.99 USD. They always have frequent sales so it is best to check their site periodically.

http://www.vogtlandsuspension.com/index.html

[nkctb7]

Originally Posted by austinholloman

Ill do you one better sir. How about $750???

http://www.ultimatemotorx.net/visoemcafiho263.html

and

$875 here:
http://compare.ebay.com/like/3503603...=263602_309572

That CF is down to $650 USD on sale. Impressive price.

[DRBC43AMG]

Too ricer for me IMO

[nkctb7]

Originally Posted by DRBC43AMG

Too ricer for me IMO

I don't stereotype but the grille is as far as I'm going with CF.

[nd4spd13]

Originally Posted by DRBC43AMG

Too ricer for me IMO

Agreed. Would definitely have to be painted

[a.depuineuf]

I just did a complete interior (except vanity mirrors) and license plate LED swap with LEDs from superbrightleds ... The result is just great. You get rid of the yellowish interior lighting and get a pure white (not ricer) LED lighting which looks amazing at night. I got many compliments from friends... It's a very cheap and easy to do mod. It cost me about $25 for 2 dome lights, 1 map light, 1 rear seat dome light, 1 glove box light, 2 license plate light, and 1 trunk light.

This week, I also got a complete HIDs conversion for both the headlights and fog lights. I went with 8k 55W HIDs and it's definitely not too blue like people often describe it. It looks perfect and you definitely get people's attention. It cost me $240 for both headlights and fog lights with a 1 year warranty for parts and labor.

Here is a pic showing the difference in lighting inside the car (not even at night).

[importfan21]

Originally Posted by a.depuineuf

I just did a complete interior (except vanity mirrors) and license plate LED swap with LEDs from superbrightleds ... The result is just great. You get rid of the yellowish interior lighting and get a pure white (not ricer) LED lighting which looks amazing at night. I got many compliments from friends... It's a very cheap and easy to do mod. It cost me about $25 for 2 dome lights, 1 map light, 1 rear seat dome light, 1 glove box light, 2 license plate light, and 1 trunk light.

This week, I also got a complete HIDs conversion for both the headlights and fog lights. I went with 8k 55W HIDs and it's definitely not too blue like people often describe it. It looks perfect and you definitely get people's attention. It cost me $240 for both headlights and fog lights with a 1 year warranty for parts and labor.

Here is a pic showing the difference in lighting inside the car (not even at night).

Is there a reason why you didn't do the vanity mirrors? Are you going to go as far as I did and do the reverse lights, tails, etc?

[a.depuineuf]

Originally Posted by importfan21

Is there a reason why you didn't do the vanity mirrors? Are you going to go as far as I did and do the reverse lights, tails, etc?

I actually based my mods on what you did and your posts. I remember reading that the vanity mirrors were a PITA to change so I did not really look into it. I did not find any DIY for them but I will definitely look into it. Any specific info/recommendation on that?

Otherwise, I think I'll keep the tail lights as they are, it does not bother me for now and they look OK. But it's true that yours look really good.

[importfan21]

Originally Posted by a.depuineuf

I actually based my mods on what you did and your posts. I remember reading that the vanity mirrors were a PITA to change so I did not really look into it. I did not find any DIY for them but I will definitely look into it. Any specific info/recommendation on that?

Otherwise, I think I'll keep the tail lights as they are, it does not bother me for now and they look OK. But it's true that yours look really good.

For the vanity mirrors, open up the plastic cover for the mirror and get a good, firm, even grip on the base of the cover (near the hinge) and pull straight out. There is a slight chance you may break the hinge (it'll definitely sound like you will but I didn't break mine). Swap bulbs and install of the cover is the reverse.

[a.depuineuf]

Thanks

[nd4spd13]

Here's a quick list I made of all the popular aftermarket shock and spring products for our car. Just thought it might be useful to someone seeing part#s and prices all in one place. If someone has a cheaper price for the H&R club kits let me know, because those prices are from their website and I think they're high.

Shocks

PENSKE
Non Adjustable, Smooth Body
PS7100NA.......................................... ....$205.00 x4 = $820.00

Single Adjustable, Smooth Body ADJ
PS-7100SA............................................ ..$350.00 x4 = $1400.00

Non Adjustable, Smooth Body
PS-7500NA............................................ ..$280.00 x4 = $1120.00
Single Adjustable, Smooth Body ADJ
PS-7500SA............................................ ..$415.00 x4 = $1540.00

Double Adjustable, Smooth Body ADJ
PS-7500DA............................................ ..$470.00 x4 = $1880.00

BILSTEIN*
Sport Shock
F: Manufacturer Part #: 24-018548 $72
R:Manufacturer Part #: 24-018555 $72 ($288.00 for 4)
HD Shock
F: Manufacturer Part #: 24-018562 $73
R: Manufacturer Part #: 24-018579 $83 ($332.00 for 4)

KONI
F: Manufacturer Part #: 8041-1315SPORT $133 ADJ
R:Manufacturer Part #: 8041-1316SPORT $130 ADJ ($526.00 for 4)

KW
Part Number: 15225019 incl springs! ADJ $2099.00

Springs

VOGTLAND
MERCEDES C280/C36 TYP W202| 94 -95 [952075] $211.49
MERCEDES C280/C36/C43 TYP W202| 96 -00 [952079] $211.49

H&R
Sport Spring 29749-2 $234.00
Super Sport Spring 52727-77 $243.00
Touring Cup Kit 31727T-1 incl shocks! $885.00 Kit
Sport Cup Kit 31727-1 incl shocks! $885.00 Kit

EIBACH
PRO-KIT Performance Springs #*2545.140 $255.00 Kit

KW
Part Number: 15225019 incl shocks! ADJ $2099.00 Kit


*Bilstein has one more shock version (the B6) [the tire rack's HD PNs say that they are B6 HDs, but in the bilstein catalogue those HD numbers show the B4 shocks) and a couple of springs and a spring/shock shock combo they say will fit the 202 chassis. Never heard of them before, and the prices are inquiry only, but sounds interesting.
http://web1.carparts-cat.com/default...7018004&12=110

[SuperiorEuroPar]

any information (pictures, where to buy) on the trunk spoiler ( spoiler that mount on double sided tape)

[DRBC43AMG]

Originally Posted by nd4spd13

*Bilstein has one more shock version (the B6) [the tire rack's HD PNs say that they are B6 HDs, but in the bilstein catalogue those HD numbers show the B4 shocks) and a couple of springs and a spring/shock shock combo they say will fit the 202 chassis. Never heard of them before, and the prices are inquiry only, but sounds interesting.
http://web1.carparts-cat.com/default...7018004&12=110

If you go the Bilstein route, you need the B8's, but then you choose them from the w208 CLK55 version

[manifestyou]

Well fairly new to the Forum, but finally getting back owning a MB.

But thought the forum might be interested in the Mods I'm having done.

Brakes: Large Brembo brake upgrade (6 piston 14" front 4 piston 12.9" rear)
Wheels: Two piece 19" AMG Wheels (from Sl65) 19x8.5 (f) 19x9.5 (r)
S/C: Kleemann
Headers: Kleemann /w sport cats
Suspension: H&R /w Billstiens

When I get home more to come that I plan on working on myself.
Still deployed and can't wait to get home to see it and drive it.

Here is the fb page from the guys doing the install with pics:
https://www.facebook.com/media/set/?...8930307&type=3

https://www.facebook.com/media/set/?...8930307&type=3