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2003 C230k VS 2004.5 C230k and C320 (engine mods)

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Old Jul 24, 2004 | 11:45 AM
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2003 C230k VS 2004.5 C230k and C320 (engine mods)

I've seen a lot of people here with the new C230k's and they really love their cars. I'm wondering if there are mods out there for the 1.8 liter engine.

As far as the older W203s, how does a modded 2.3 liter C230k compare against a C320?

Is there a pulley kit and chip for the new 1.8 liter yet? What can one expect from that engine?

I may be in the market for a "pre-owned" W203 and I'm looking at all my options (from a C32 to a C230k).



Thanks guys,
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Old Jul 24, 2004 | 01:08 PM
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nothing from Carlsson for the C230K, well not on their website at least. I am sure the power is enough for the time being.
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Old Jul 25, 2004 | 01:44 AM
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renntech does modding work for the c-class, both models (230 & 320). you can also get pulleys for the supercharger of the 1.8 liter c230. if you want to shell out a lot of $$, you can get a supercharger for the 320. that's all i know of, but i haven't really been keeping up w/ available mods.
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