New to the forum and car mods in general.

I'm getting a 2002 c240 soon, but the front suspension is making squeaking noises. I figure it's about time to have the springs and struts replace, as the car is at about 120,000km.

Never done any mods to cars before, so this is a new experience. I'm looking to lower the car just a little bit just to improve the handling and not for looks. I'm still unsure of whether I should get coilovers or separate struts/springs. After lowering, would I need new sway bar connecting rods too?

The I have the 16" OEM wheels, but am considering upgrading to OEM 17" AMG ones (from a c350 - found the locally on craigslist). Is there any issue since the rears are wider than my stock ones?

I also found an AMG catback exhaust from a C350. Would this fit on my car?

Thank you so much for your help

 

If you want improved handling i suggest sway bars over lowering springs or c/o.

 

Hello, thanks phister. Since I need to change the suspension anyways, what setup would you suggest I go with? Thank you.

 

depends on how much drop you want. search the picture and wheel threads to see what people are running and doing. trolling through the forums helps out a lot and using the search button. I'd do this first before a lot of members say STFF. just a fore warning.

also there is no AMG C350