C-class Purchase
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C-class Purchase
I am going to purchase a newer C-class within 4-5 months but I have no idea which cars are faster/ slower or anything. I am thinking I want a C320 but I am also looking at the C230Kompressor sedan, which is faster? Any input would be greatly appreciated and maybe telling about your vehicle / vehicle experience. Thanks. Fun cars.
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C320's are faster than C230's. Not a terrible HP difference though, I would drive both if I were you. What year are you looking at? Keep in mind that there have been 3 different types of engines for the C230.
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Well right now I have the E320 and i enjoy the engine, runs great with a little kick, but I am leaning towards the C320 b/c of the 6 cyl. im not sure i want to drop to 4 cyl. I would definitely mod the C320 but I am really just comparing it to the C230 Kompress. sedan and I wonder why they make the rims wider and cooler than the C320, if the 320 gives out more hp. So basically, its either between a 2001 + C230 K or C320, what do you guys think? C class are good modding cars, not too expensive but they can be made to look very sleek and aggressive.
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haha, hey hey hey, this happened last night and we were both cruising around 80mph and gunned it. just playing a little game of cat and mouse for about 20 miles or so, oging bout 80-120. haha it was fun though, i could definitely hear him gun it. lol you should try it sometime kev, it's fun. then a damn VW tries to get in on us, but we dusted it! haha
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yeeeeeeeeah. if I stayed in 6th gear and at 3000 rpm, I'd still dust you. no dice.maybe it's those heavy replica rims that give you the powa!
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haha, hey hey hey, this happened last night and we were both cruising around 80mph and gunned it. just playing a little game of cat and mouse for about 20 miles or so, oging bout 80-120. haha it was fun though, i could definitely hear him gun it. lol you should try it sometime kev, it's fun. then a damn VW tries to get in on us, but we dusted it! haha
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Of all the engines in the w203 (aside from the 32 / 55), the 350 is your best bet. That is one of the most underated engines and a step up from the 320 you have in your E class.
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Word of caution....'01, '02 C's were very buggy and had many TSBs. If the TSBs were done then the car will be solid...and I speak from experience. My car has 135K miles but still runs, sounds, handles, feels almost like new. Getting ready for another car and have decided to keep it as the second car.
