C32 AMG Brake Upgrade Discussion Thread
MBWorld Fanatic!
Joined: May 2004
Posts: 1,482
Likes: 4
From: Portugal
'13 E500 Coupe AMG// '17 E350d // '24 E53 AMG
Originally Posted by drexappeal
That's interesting that the AMG calipers are cheaper, but awesome news for those that want to upgrade.
In your case, gaiex, with your '04.5, you can purchase the C32 AMG brake pads (for the front) and they would work fine with your '04.5. Either that or you can go with Porterfield fronts or others. No matter what, those with the '04.5 have a few options.
In your case, gaiex, with your '04.5, you can purchase the C32 AMG brake pads (for the front) and they would work fine with your '04.5. Either that or you can go with Porterfield fronts or others. No matter what, those with the '04.5 have a few options.
Super Moderator Alumni
Joined: Mar 2004
Posts: 7,684
Likes: 12
From: West Los Angeles
Midnight Blue 2004.5 C230 Kompressor Sport Sedan. 2002 w210 E320, 2009 w211 E350 Sport
Originally Posted by gaiex
Yes, true, but in this case the brakes are for my 03 coupe :p
Another thing I was thinking about is that, the one reason I could come up with of why the Sport Sedan calipers were more expensive is based on the fact that they were only available for that particular year (2004.5) until they changed the 2005 to 2 piston calipers. The AMG C32 calipers are available for 2001-2004. In essence, there will be more C32's that would need the AMG calipers than there would be 2004.5 owners that need the sport sedan calipers...(i.e. Supply and demand).
Last edited by drexappeal; Dec 5, 2005 at 05:40 PM.
MBWorld Fanatic!
Joined: May 2004
Posts: 1,482
Likes: 4
From: Portugal
'13 E500 Coupe AMG// '17 E350d // '24 E53 AMG
Originally Posted by drexappeal
My bad, gaiex. I thought it was for your Mom's car. In that case, go with the AMG calipers and sport sedan rotors. There's no reason I can think of that they would not work in conjunction.
Another thing I was thinking about is that, the one reason I could come up with of why the Sport Sedan calipers were more expensive is based on the fact that they were only available for that particular year (2004.5) until they changed the 2005 to 2 piston calipers. The AMG C32 calipers are available for 2001-2004. In essence, there will be more C32's that would need the AMG calipers than there would be 2004.5 owners that need the sport sedan calipers...(i.e. Supply and demand).
Another thing I was thinking about is that, the one reason I could come up with of why the Sport Sedan calipers were more expensive is based on the fact that they were only available for that particular year (2004.5) until they changed the 2005 to 2 piston calipers. The AMG C32 calipers are available for 2001-2004. In essence, there will be more C32's that would need the AMG calipers than there would be 2004.5 owners that need the sport sedan calipers...(i.e. Supply and demand).
MBworld Guru
Joined: Apr 2002
Posts: 22,058
Likes: 18
From: Diamond Bar, CA
W206 PHEV AMG
the sport rotor is cheaper because they are actually slightly smaller/thiner than the C32/55 rotors. But for unknown reason the 04.5 caliper is indeed more expensive than the AMG version.
Super Member
Joined: Oct 2004
Posts: 761
Likes: 0
From: Oregon
2005 C55, 1988 260E, 2000 Chevrolet Silverado
AMG brake upgrade?
I need to do a brake job here shortly, so I figured its time to upgrade to c32 front brakes. I tried messaging some sponsers for any good deals with no luck. So I just figured I would see if anyone knows of a good deal before I buy them from the dealer. They will be charging me $407.00 for callipers and $132.00 for rotors. So if this is an OK price then I will be ordering them in about two weeks. The other question I have is fitment or anything I should look for. I just installed 19 x 8.5 and 19 x 9.5 LM6 style wheels and I have heard I might need spacers for the front. And last should I look at c55 fronts are they that much larger and is it worth it or are they the same????? That should avout do it. Thanks for the advice, Russ 
MBWorld Fanatic!
Joined: Jan 2006
Posts: 3,212
Likes: 8
From: Pasadena, CA
2002 C230K, 2013 BMW 328, 2015 BMW X5
Clearance and Part #s
Russ;
I have the AMG upgrade. Big differance is the look. The only time you will notice improved braking is during heavy and repeated stops.
I have AMG 17" wheels and I clear. I think your 19s should fit. You really don't want to go with spacers.
Does anyone know what year the C32 AMG brake upgrade is from? I"m due to order rotors and Porterfield pads, but I need to know what year the upgrade is from since I don't know the part #s
I have the AMG upgrade. Big differance is the look. The only time you will notice improved braking is during heavy and repeated stops.
I have AMG 17" wheels and I clear. I think your 19s should fit. You really don't want to go with spacers.
Does anyone know what year the C32 AMG brake upgrade is from? I"m due to order rotors and Porterfield pads, but I need to know what year the upgrade is from since I don't know the part #s
MB World Stories
The Best of Mercedes & AMG
Manual Mercedes? 6 Times Sindelfingen Let Drivers Have All The Fun
Verdad Gallardo
Mercedes SLR McLaren 722 S Is Extremely Rare Example Modified by McLaren
Verdad Gallardo
8 Classic Boxy Mercedes Designs That Have Aged Like Fine Wine
Verdad Gallardo
Flawlessly Restored Mercedes 190E Evo II Heads to Auction
Verdad Gallardo
Electric Mercedes C-Class Unveiled: 11 Things You Need to Know
Verdad Gallardo
Mercedes EQS Gets A Major Update: Everything You Need to Know
Verdad Gallardo
5 Underrated Mercedes-Benz Models That Don't Get the Love They Deserve
Verdad Gallardo
Mercedes 300D Has Pushed Well Past 1 Million Miles and It Ain't Stopping
Verdad Gallardo
10 Most Reliable Mercedes-Benz Models You Can Buy Used
Verdad Gallardo
MBWorld Fanatic!
Joined: Mar 2003
Posts: 1,034
Likes: 0
From: Chino Hills, CA
2008 C300 Sport
Originally Posted by white_w203
aren't the c32 and c55 amg brakes the same anyway???
Super Member
Joined: Oct 2004
Posts: 761
Likes: 0
From: Oregon
2005 C55, 1988 260E, 2000 Chevrolet Silverado
Thats each, what do you think we are driving a Honda, oh ya the will soak you too. 
I went ahead and ordered them because I was there today getting all the stuff to do the heated seats. So I thought what the heck. So off to the garage for beer and fun.
I went ahead and ordered them because I was there today getting all the stuff to do the heated seats. So I thought what the heck. So off to the garage for beer and fun.
Almost a Member!
Joined: Jan 2006
Posts: 32
Likes: 0
From: Singapore
MY04 C200K 5AT
Originally Posted by white_w203
aren't the c32 and c55 amg brakes the same anyway???
Senior Member
Joined: Nov 2005
Posts: 257
Likes: 0
From: Singapore
2000 Kleemann CLK 230K
Originally Posted by jrustrick
I thought they were different. The C55's I've seen have 6pot calipers, the C32s have 4pot calipers. But then, I've not seen that many, so perhaps I was checking out a modded car.
Almost a Member!
Joined: Jan 2006
Posts: 32
Likes: 0
From: Singapore
MY04 C200K 5AT
Originally Posted by gianfranc
think u saw c&c's black c55. SDRXXXX. It has the nurburgring performance package with 6 pots in front and 4 pots rear. Same as on the new clk55 and slk55. Also has bucket seats, f1 safety car steering wheel etc. Drove it before. Can't remeber what else.
Anyway, I had no choice, C32 brakes fit snugly behind my 17" rims - the 6pot ones required 18" rims.
MBworld Guru
Joined: Apr 2002
Posts: 22,058
Likes: 18
From: Diamond Bar, CA
W206 PHEV AMG
Originally Posted by jrustrick
I stand corrected. Thought that the C55 brakes were different because when I got my 4pot calipers, I was sold "C32" brakes. Made an assumption that they would have sold me "C55" brakes if they were the same... sounds better to have the newer model.
Anyway, I had no choice, C32 brakes fit snugly behind my 17" rims - the 6pot ones required 18" rims.
Anyway, I had no choice, C32 brakes fit snugly behind my 17" rims - the 6pot ones required 18" rims.
Senior Member
Joined: Nov 2005
Posts: 257
Likes: 0
From: Singapore
2000 Kleemann CLK 230K
Originally Posted by jrustrick
I stand corrected. Thought that the C55 brakes were different because when I got my 4pot calipers, I was sold "C32" brakes. Made an assumption that they would have sold me "C55" brakes if they were the same... sounds better to have the newer model.
Anyway, I had no choice, C32 brakes fit snugly behind my 17" rims - the 6pot ones required 18" rims.
Anyway, I had no choice, C32 brakes fit snugly behind my 17" rims - the 6pot ones required 18" rims.
Senior Member
Joined: Nov 2005
Posts: 257
Likes: 0
From: Singapore
2000 Kleemann CLK 230K
Originally Posted by FrankW
only the C55 with the AMG manufacturer options like the nurburgring package will get the 6 front and 4 rear setup like the 2005-06 CLK55. In the US our great MBUSA only order the C55 without those packages, so the brakes are exactly the same as the C32's.
i havent seen any other c55s with that option coz its way too expensive. considering the car alone costs approx US$186000!! don't think too many pple are going to pay some more.
BTW your car is one SIIIIIIIICCCCK ride!! Love it! Anyway, your car is so damn rare in singapore. Ive actually only seen 1 (silver)!
MBWorld Fanatic!
Joined: Jun 2003
Posts: 958
Likes: 0
From: Barcelona-Spain
Brabus K3
For 5000€ you can put the brakes of the CLK/SLK 55 AMG 030 Performance package.
14.2" compound two-piece perforated and ventilated front
discs with AMG 6-piston calipers
composite brake discs 360 x 32mm
20% lighter than normal.
13.0" ventilated rear discs with AMG 4-piston calipers.
Best Regards.
14.2" compound two-piece perforated and ventilated front
discs with AMG 6-piston calipers
composite brake discs 360 x 32mm
20% lighter than normal.
13.0" ventilated rear discs with AMG 4-piston calipers.
Best Regards.
MBWorld Fanatic!
Joined: Jul 2005
Posts: 7,424
Likes: 3
From: New York City
C55 ///AMG, 535xi
question of my own
I cant really decided if I should get Brembo BBK or AMG Kit...I'm leaning toward the AMG because brembo might have a hassle getting pads?
so heres teh question... I currently have a 03 C320 coupe, and I think the rear calipers for the amgs are the same..Is it ok if I just change the rotors not the calipers not brake lines? or is it ok If i just change the front calipers, new pads old rotors and (do i need to change brakelines? Im guessing a yes) if anyone can, please let me know, i'm dropping my car off at service next week and i'm hoping or order it then
so heres teh question... I currently have a 03 C320 coupe, and I think the rear calipers for the amgs are the same..Is it ok if I just change the rotors not the calipers not brake lines? or is it ok If i just change the front calipers, new pads old rotors and (do i need to change brakelines? Im guessing a yes) if anyone can, please let me know, i'm dropping my car off at service next week and i'm hoping or order it then
Senior Member
Joined: Nov 2005
Posts: 257
Likes: 0
From: Singapore
2000 Kleemann CLK 230K
Originally Posted by advans
I cant really decided if I should get Brembo BBK or AMG Kit...I'm leaning toward the AMG because brembo might have a hassle getting pads?
so heres teh question... I currently have a 03 C320 coupe, and I think the rear calipers for the amgs are the same..Is it ok if I just change the rotors not the calipers not brake lines? or is it ok If i just change the front calipers, new pads old rotors and (do i need to change brakelines? Im guessing a yes) if anyone can, please let me know, i'm dropping my car off at service next week and i'm hoping or order it then
so heres teh question... I currently have a 03 C320 coupe, and I think the rear calipers for the amgs are the same..Is it ok if I just change the rotors not the calipers not brake lines? or is it ok If i just change the front calipers, new pads old rotors and (do i need to change brakelines? Im guessing a yes) if anyone can, please let me know, i'm dropping my car off at service next week and i'm hoping or order it then
the rear calipers are different and so are the discs. stock is using a 1 pot caliper with solid rotors. the c32 has a 2 pot caliper with ventilated rotors.
for both the front and back, you need new rotors, calipers and pads. you can keep your stock brake lines.
since most of the braking is done in front, you might want to consider just changing the fronts. however, on my car, there was a noticeable difference in stopping power when i just had the amg fronts and the stock rears as compared to when i had the amg rears installed as well. much better braking balance and stops faster too!
Super Member
Joined: Oct 2004
Posts: 761
Likes: 0
From: Oregon
2005 C55, 1988 260E, 2000 Chevrolet Silverado
AMG rear brakes?
I want to put four piston AMG brake calipers and rotors on my 2004 c230 sport sadan. I compaired the slk 55 set up with the slk 230 looking for some common part numbers but could not find matches. I was told to check slk 55 and clk 63 rear brake parts. Does anyone know for sure before I order all these parts only to have them not fit. Or if someone has done this before??
