C230K Coupe, need help!! mods!!
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C230K Coupe, need help!! mods!!
I have a 2002 C230 kompressor coupe and want to start doing some mods. Both oem mods and performance mods. I want the 2005 taillights and some interior mods for oem. The performance mods not sure what to do yet so thats why I started this post. Want some opinions of what you guys like or think. I do want an exhaust, thinking eisenmann. Where are some good places to get the mods. Also dont have lot of money saved up yet so any good cheap sites? If any of you have parts that are for sale let me know as well. THANK
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Read through the AFTERMARKET / DIY sticky thread.
Try the advanced search for "m111" (Your engine code) and make sure to highlight the w203 forum to narrow your search.
There's been a wealth of information for the 2002 230k coupes that has been compiled over the years.
Try the advanced search for "m111" (Your engine code) and make sure to highlight the w203 forum to narrow your search.
There's been a wealth of information for the 2002 230k coupes that has been compiled over the years.
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There's some cheap mods from the dealer like AMG sway bars, runs about $180 otd for front and back. Lowering makes the car look bettter, I paid about $330 for Eibach springs and labor. Spacers in the rear make the car look beefier, a subtle difference but worth the money. Some people did the AMG brakes from the C32, cross drilled rotors, Brembo 4 piston calipers. I would do that if you need major brake work anyway as it's going to set you back about $900.
A pulley kit will enhance the fun factor. It will cut your 0-60 times by a about second. I'm not a fan of mufflers as the good ones from a performance viewpoint tend to drone at highway speeds and the fancy ones from Renntech, Kleemann, and Brabus are too quiet and don't yield any measurable performance improvement.
For MB parts like 2005 tail lights, grille, AMG sways and such, check out Duval Motors (link on my website). They are an MB dealer in FL that discounts parts.
A pulley kit will enhance the fun factor. It will cut your 0-60 times by a about second. I'm not a fan of mufflers as the good ones from a performance viewpoint tend to drone at highway speeds and the fancy ones from Renntech, Kleemann, and Brabus are too quiet and don't yield any measurable performance improvement.
For MB parts like 2005 tail lights, grille, AMG sways and such, check out Duval Motors (link on my website). They are an MB dealer in FL that discounts parts.
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donno anything about engine mod, but for exterior mods i do know a little bit, the 05 tail light u can either buy from dealership, or get one from www.mbenznl.com for a fair price
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Sure, why not, you are increasing torque by about 15-20%, why not? People that measured it were getting low sixes vs. low sevens for 0-60. I measured 1/4 mile ET and it was a second quicker fom 15.7 to 14.7. Best mod I did on my old '02. I think they sell for about $650 these days and you get back $300 if you return the factory pulley in good condition.
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I have a 2002 C230 kompressor coupe and want to start doing some mods. Both oem mods and performance mods. I want the 2005 taillights and some interior mods for oem. The performance mods not sure what to do yet so thats why I started this post. Want some opinions of what you guys like or think. I do want an exhaust, thinking eisenmann. Where are some good places to get the mods. Also dont have lot of money saved up yet so any good cheap sites? If any of you have parts that are for sale let me know as well. THANK
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The ASP Pulley is a worthwhile mod. You do run lean though - so you'll want to keep an ear out for detonation. But with any force inducted car, you'll want to be careful about detonation.
The AMG sways are outstanding - highly recommended. Stickier rubber is good too. If you don't have the sport package, you may want to upgrade to 17" wheels and put on some stickier tires. Stock is 225/45-17 but as soon as mine wear out, I'm thinking of going with 245/40-17.
Interior mods? See Steve and Wanda (mbenz.nl) The can hook you up with a COMAND unit (CD based Navigation), electronic climate control, hands free phone, etc.
Bob
The AMG sways are outstanding - highly recommended. Stickier rubber is good too. If you don't have the sport package, you may want to upgrade to 17" wheels and put on some stickier tires. Stock is 225/45-17 but as soon as mine wear out, I'm thinking of going with 245/40-17.
Interior mods? See Steve and Wanda (mbenz.nl) The can hook you up with a COMAND unit (CD based Navigation), electronic climate control, hands free phone, etc.
Bob
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Look at my sig, and you will know what you need.
Start with
1. AMG sways- 150-200 or other
2. Springs- 200-infinity- CO's with adjustable dampeners are best 1500-2000,
but you can get by with springs and stock shocks if the shocks aren't too old, till they wear out.
3. Pulley from ASP racing- 650
Detonation? No problem, run cooler plugs. NGK part no: BCPR7EIX-11
You'll need stiffer suspension to go with the Pulley.
It makes that much difference.
Your biggest bang for the buck will come from these 3 mods.
1 grand, and you will have a different car.
Filters do nothing but clog up your insides with sticky oil
and cause MAF failures.
Go from there.
If you like to drive fast, get the brake kit.
Brighter headlights for sure.
Stock are like can't see jack.
Radio, get an Audio 10 CD player for starters. It integrates with the steering wheel, and sounds great.
Tinted windows look great, but you need to find someone with a clue.
Someone who can take the door panels off and install felt, or soft side of velcro, and put the rear hatch film in with the hatch closed or face thousands in damage due to fried electronics in the top of the hatch.
Start with
1. AMG sways- 150-200 or other
2. Springs- 200-infinity- CO's with adjustable dampeners are best 1500-2000,
but you can get by with springs and stock shocks if the shocks aren't too old, till they wear out.
3. Pulley from ASP racing- 650
Detonation? No problem, run cooler plugs. NGK part no: BCPR7EIX-11
You'll need stiffer suspension to go with the Pulley.
It makes that much difference.
Your biggest bang for the buck will come from these 3 mods.
1 grand, and you will have a different car.
Filters do nothing but clog up your insides with sticky oil
and cause MAF failures.
Go from there.
If you like to drive fast, get the brake kit.
Brighter headlights for sure.
Stock are like can't see jack.
Radio, get an Audio 10 CD player for starters. It integrates with the steering wheel, and sounds great.
Tinted windows look great, but you need to find someone with a clue.
Someone who can take the door panels off and install felt, or soft side of velcro, and put the rear hatch film in with the hatch closed or face thousands in damage due to fried electronics in the top of the hatch.
Last edited by C230 Sport Coup; Mar 20, 2007 at 12:31 AM.
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Look at my sig, and you will know what you need.
Start with
1. AMG sways- 150-200 or other
2. Springs- 200-infinity- CO's with adjustable dampeners are best 1500-2000,
but you can get by with springs and stock shocks if the shocks aren't too old, till they wear out.
3. Pulley from ASP racing- 650
Detonation? No problem, run cooler plugs. NGK part no: BCPR7EIX-11
You'll need stiffer suspension to go with the Pulley.
It makes that much difference.
Your biggest bang for the buck will come from these 3 mods.
1 grand, and you will have a different car.
Filters do nothing but clog up your insides with sticky oil
and cause MAF failures.
Go from there.
If you like to drive fast, get the brake kit.
Brighter headlights for sure.
Stock are like can't see jack.
Radio, get an Audio 10 CD player for starters. It integrates with the steering wheel, and sounds great.
Tinted windows look great, but you need to find someone with a clue.
Someone who can take the door panels off and install felt, or soft side of velcro, and put the rear hatch film in with the hatch closed or face thousands in damage due to fried electronics in the top of the hatch.
Start with
1. AMG sways- 150-200 or other
2. Springs- 200-infinity- CO's with adjustable dampeners are best 1500-2000,
but you can get by with springs and stock shocks if the shocks aren't too old, till they wear out.
3. Pulley from ASP racing- 650
Detonation? No problem, run cooler plugs. NGK part no: BCPR7EIX-11
You'll need stiffer suspension to go with the Pulley.
It makes that much difference.
Your biggest bang for the buck will come from these 3 mods.
1 grand, and you will have a different car.
Filters do nothing but clog up your insides with sticky oil
and cause MAF failures.
Go from there.
If you like to drive fast, get the brake kit.
Brighter headlights for sure.
Stock are like can't see jack.
Radio, get an Audio 10 CD player for starters. It integrates with the steering wheel, and sounds great.
Tinted windows look great, but you need to find someone with a clue.
Someone who can take the door panels off and install felt, or soft side of velcro, and put the rear hatch film in with the hatch closed or face thousands in damage due to fried electronics in the top of the hatch.
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Look at my sig, and you will know what you need.
Start with
1. AMG sways- 150-200 or other
2. Springs- 200-infinity- CO's with adjustable dampeners are best 1500-2000,
but you can get by with springs and stock shocks if the shocks aren't too old, till they wear out.
3. Pulley from ASP racing- 650
Detonation? No problem, run cooler plugs. NGK part no: BCPR7EIX-11
You'll need stiffer suspension to go with the Pulley.
It makes that much difference.
Your biggest bang for the buck will come from these 3 mods.
1 grand, and you will have a different car.
Filters do nothing but clog up your insides with sticky oil
and cause MAF failures.
Go from there.
If you like to drive fast, get the brake kit.
Brighter headlights for sure.
Stock are like can't see jack.
Radio, get an Audio 10 CD player for starters. It integrates with the steering wheel, and sounds great.
Tinted windows look great, but you need to find someone with a clue.
Someone who can take the door panels off and install felt, or soft side of velcro, and put the rear hatch film in with the hatch closed or face thousands in damage due to fried electronics in the top of the hatch.
Start with
1. AMG sways- 150-200 or other
2. Springs- 200-infinity- CO's with adjustable dampeners are best 1500-2000,
but you can get by with springs and stock shocks if the shocks aren't too old, till they wear out.
3. Pulley from ASP racing- 650
Detonation? No problem, run cooler plugs. NGK part no: BCPR7EIX-11
You'll need stiffer suspension to go with the Pulley.
It makes that much difference.
Your biggest bang for the buck will come from these 3 mods.
1 grand, and you will have a different car.
Filters do nothing but clog up your insides with sticky oil
and cause MAF failures.
Go from there.
If you like to drive fast, get the brake kit.
Brighter headlights for sure.
Stock are like can't see jack.
Radio, get an Audio 10 CD player for starters. It integrates with the steering wheel, and sounds great.
Tinted windows look great, but you need to find someone with a clue.
Someone who can take the door panels off and install felt, or soft side of velcro, and put the rear hatch film in with the hatch closed or face thousands in damage due to fried electronics in the top of the hatch.
E
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ahh in my area all the girls drive a blue C-coupe, and i drive red one...
one of my female friend was like, "OMFG, i thought this car belong to some rich a$$ biatch... this red car doesn't suit you... get a civic"
one of my female friend was like, "OMFG, i thought this car belong to some rich a$$ biatch... this red car doesn't suit you... get a civic"
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donno much about alarm mod, but putting those in a Mercedes is a pain in the ***, first, remote start won't work for sure, secondly, wiring security for Mercedes is lots of work, but i would really wanna hear anyone that has any input about alarm system
