C230/320 SS suspension vs. C32 suspension!?
Thread Starter
Super Member
Joined: Feb 2004
Posts: 603
Likes: 0
From: Irvine, California
C32 AMG
C230/320 SS suspension vs. C32 suspension!?
does the C230/320 really have the same suspension as the C32?!
https://mbworld.org/forums/showthrea...2&page=2&pp=10
is there any truth to this claim?
https://mbworld.org/forums/showthrea...2&page=2&pp=10
is there any truth to this claim?
MBWorld Fanatic!
Joined: Feb 2005
Posts: 3,543
Likes: 2
From: Connecticut
excites your girlfriend
lol the C200K? thats totally different than the c230/c320.
the suspension is tuned by AMG but I don't think it's exactly the same. they are different cars with different weights and characteristics, they better not be using the exact same suspension!
the suspension is tuned by AMG but I don't think it's exactly the same. they are different cars with different weights and characteristics, they better not be using the exact same suspension!
Originally Posted by cntlaw
I guess no way they are the same.
I tried the new C200K , my C55 is much much stiffer.
I tried the new C200K , my C55 is much much stiffer.
MBWorld Fanatic!
Joined: Mar 2005
Posts: 2,392
Likes: 0
Having just traded an '05 C230 and bought two C32s, The ride is not the same. They are tuned similarly, but I am sure AMG is refined enough to adjust spring tension and matching dampers for differences in vehicle weight at a minimum. That is just Suspension 101, but the observations are completely subjective.
Thread Starter
Super Member
Joined: Feb 2004
Posts: 603
Likes: 0
From: Irvine, California
C32 AMG
Originally Posted by Vadim @ evosport
One way to find out is to look at part numbers.
My guess the suspension would be different, since C32 and C55 have different front weight distribution vs. 230s and 320s.
Give dealer a call.
My guess the suspension would be different, since C32 and C55 have different front weight distribution vs. 230s and 320s.
Give dealer a call.
Trending Topics
MBWorld Fanatic!
Joined: Sep 2002
Posts: 2,923
Likes: 3
Mercedes Benz
no its not the same. the c230k sits about 1.5 inches lower than a stock c32 up front and the rear is a tad higher than a c32. The springs in the c32 are made to support the massive motor and if the c230k had those springs it would look like an suv (or even more htan it does now 
).
The c230k sure is fun to drive though. At 3100 lbs its a feather compared to a c32. trouble is it has no power
no need to call the dealership the cars suspensions are not the same!
). The c230k sure is fun to drive though. At 3100 lbs its a feather compared to a c32. trouble is it has no power
no need to call the dealership the cars suspensions are not the same!
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 2005
Posts: 2,392
Likes: 0
Originally Posted by CynCarvin32
The c230k sure is fun to drive though. At 3100 lbs its a feather compared to a c32. trouble is it has no power
MBworld Guru
Joined: Apr 2002
Posts: 22,058
Likes: 18
From: Diamond Bar, CA
W206 PHEV AMG
C230k's suspension is not TUNED by AMG.
The only suspension that is tuned by AMG other than the one on C32/55 are the W203s that has the AMG Evolution sport package in Europe which comes w/ all the goodies that are used on the C32 except the engine, and the AMG Evolution package has a large oval single AMG stamped exhaust. I had posted a picture of the C320 that has that package long time ago.
The only suspension that is tuned by AMG other than the one on C32/55 are the W203s that has the AMG Evolution sport package in Europe which comes w/ all the goodies that are used on the C32 except the engine, and the AMG Evolution package has a large oval single AMG stamped exhaust. I had posted a picture of the C320 that has that package long time ago.
MBworld Guru
Joined: Apr 2002
Posts: 22,058
Likes: 18
From: Diamond Bar, CA
W206 PHEV AMG
Originally Posted by ctC230K
but would you say the suspension on the stock c230 is better than the stock c32?
MBWorld Fanatic!
Joined: Mar 2005
Posts: 2,392
Likes: 0
Hi Frank,
Maybe you could clear up a related question. a salesguy told me that the ride height on German C32s are lower than DOT approved ones in front. The sales myth goes that the front struts have a 25mm removable spacer in them at the top of the strut housing that can be deleted to make the front of the C32 drop to Euro drive heights. The detail of this info makes it seem plausible. Perhaps it is just sales hype. I can't visualize the potential region of existance with the wheel off. Would you happen to have a credible thought on this to dispel the myth? Thanks.
Maybe you could clear up a related question. a salesguy told me that the ride height on German C32s are lower than DOT approved ones in front. The sales myth goes that the front struts have a 25mm removable spacer in them at the top of the strut housing that can be deleted to make the front of the C32 drop to Euro drive heights. The detail of this info makes it seem plausible. Perhaps it is just sales hype. I can't visualize the potential region of existance with the wheel off. Would you happen to have a credible thought on this to dispel the myth? Thanks.
MBworld Guru
Joined: Apr 2002
Posts: 22,058
Likes: 18
From: Diamond Bar, CA
W206 PHEV AMG
The C32s sold in Europe does have lower ride height, but I'm not so sure about if there is a spacer that you can remove from the front strut. From what I understand the difference is between the springs. Weidermann has the Euro springs on his C32 and it does makes the car lower than the US DOT approved C32.
