2002 to 2003 differances...
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2002 to 2003 differances...
guys i already searched and i came up dry...
what where the differances between the C32's from 2002 to 2003...is it worth paying the extra for a 2003 if i find a 02 with just as many miles...only thing pushing me towards the 03 is that warranty is still good. unless i can find a 02 that is certified to 100K
last question is...i know that the warranty is a big thing for these cars...so if i get a used 03 under the warranty and i want to extend it to 100K. can i? and say if the warranty is already expired can i get it certified for a resonable amount...?
thanks in advance guys...
what where the differances between the C32's from 2002 to 2003...is it worth paying the extra for a 2003 if i find a 02 with just as many miles...only thing pushing me towards the 03 is that warranty is still good. unless i can find a 02 that is certified to 100K
last question is...i know that the warranty is a big thing for these cars...so if i get a used 03 under the warranty and i want to extend it to 100K. can i? and say if the warranty is already expired can i get it certified for a resonable amount...?
thanks in advance guys...
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One noticeable difference is that the 2003 has clear head lights while 2002 is a little foggy.
I don't think Navigation was available on 2002 models.
If the original manufacturer warranty expired, then you will NOT be able to extend it through Mercedes, for example, STARMARK warranty. But you may be able to get an after market third-party warranty.
If the car still had the manufacturer warranty, then you can purchase extended waranty through your local Mercedes dealership.
The two cars are very close, and even though there might be minor differences, I think you should ultimately decide by how good of a deal you're getting. If you find a "good" deal, you should take it on either model.
Good luck...
I don't think Navigation was available on 2002 models.
If the original manufacturer warranty expired, then you will NOT be able to extend it through Mercedes, for example, STARMARK warranty. But you may be able to get an after market third-party warranty.
If the car still had the manufacturer warranty, then you can purchase extended waranty through your local Mercedes dealership.
The two cars are very close, and even though there might be minor differences, I think you should ultimately decide by how good of a deal you're getting. If you find a "good" deal, you should take it on either model.
Good luck...
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Navigation was available on the 02. Mine has it.
A few drivability issues are at stake betweent the two years. The Transmission TCU was re-programmed in 03 to help eliminate the "jerk" between 2nd and 3rd. Upgrading the 02's TCU should correct the problem. Also, Vadim @ MBLN pointed out that the 02's intercooler pump is always running as the 03's runs only when the S/C is running. This can mean a difference of 20 degrees air temps in the S/C, meaning better performance.
I'm no expert so don't take my advise as the gospel truth. I'm just doing my best.
A few drivability issues are at stake betweent the two years. The Transmission TCU was re-programmed in 03 to help eliminate the "jerk" between 2nd and 3rd. Upgrading the 02's TCU should correct the problem. Also, Vadim @ MBLN pointed out that the 02's intercooler pump is always running as the 03's runs only when the S/C is running. This can mean a difference of 20 degrees air temps in the S/C, meaning better performance.
I'm no expert so don't take my advise as the gospel truth. I'm just doing my best.
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Yes. Pretty much. The parts aren't cheap, and labor is expensive too. You can buy an extended warranty if the car has less than 45K miles, even if your factory warranty has already expired.
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Another small difference.. The door pillars on the 02 have a CF look, little squares.. and the 03+ just has a plain black pillar.. just thought I would mention..
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2003and + have a fresher hvac panel interface with arrows on the temperature buttons instead of the colored buttons. Also 2002's did not not an engraved engine plaque on top of the intake manifold
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2003and + have a fresher hvac panel interface with arrows on the temperature buttons instead of the colored buttons.
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I think only the 02 models have the electronic steering wheel adjustment on the drivers door.
I have a vent on the dash board that I don't think is on later models.
I think a read somewhere that the first aid kit was relocated but I'm not 100% sure.
I have a vent on the dash board that I don't think is on later models.
I think a read somewhere that the first aid kit was relocated but I'm not 100% sure.
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A forum member pm'd me that they had a couple from their shop.. but after initial contact I haven't heard back.. Guess I should try again..
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If you were trying to be sarcastic regarding my post, they were real AMG plaques not knock offs.. the shop did a couple SC swaps.. I really don't care if its the original builder as long as the ugly *** blank spot is gone.
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One noticeable difference is that the 2003 has clear head lights while 2002 is a little foggy.
I don't think Navigation was available on 2002 models.
If the original manufacturer warranty expired, then you will NOT be able to extend it through Mercedes, for example, STARMARK warranty. But you may be able to get an after market third-party warranty.
If the car still had the manufacturer warranty, then you can purchase extended waranty through your local Mercedes dealership.
The two cars are very close, and even though there might be minor differences, I think you should ultimately decide by how good of a deal you're getting. If you find a "good" deal, you should take it on either model.
Good luck...
I don't think Navigation was available on 2002 models.
If the original manufacturer warranty expired, then you will NOT be able to extend it through Mercedes, for example, STARMARK warranty. But you may be able to get an after market third-party warranty.
If the car still had the manufacturer warranty, then you can purchase extended waranty through your local Mercedes dealership.
The two cars are very close, and even though there might be minor differences, I think you should ultimately decide by how good of a deal you're getting. If you find a "good" deal, you should take it on either model.
Good luck...
2002 has the Navigation option.
other than that there are three differences:
the 2002 has the cf looking exterior b-pillar while the 2003-2004 switched to the cheaper looking shiny plastic.
the digital climate control buttons in the 2003-2004 is less sticky, but does not look as good.
the later 2003-2004 has the engine plaque that says who built ur engine if you can read the tech's signature.
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I bought the car from the original owner. We talked about the car and history, before I bought it. He gave me every receipt, paper and dealer work order on the car. He was meticulous about the car and never drove it in the rain or left it out in the rain.
It did not come with a signature plate.
It did not come with a signature plate.
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i just talked to our Mercerdes dealer and he told me i would have to get a certified pre owned and then you can buy a additional warranty after your certification is over... the problem is that i want to mod my car...and they want $2100 for one year after the certified and 4K for a 2 year which comes out to 7 years 100K miles...worth it? the one that is 2100 gives me 6 years and 100K miles
- and for free then give me 5 years 100K miles...(all depends on when the car hit the road...)
now my other big question was those of you that are hitting 50K miles and the pumps are going out and s/c failing... where most of the problems in your 50k...so are these warranties absolutly needed?
- and for free then give me 5 years 100K miles...(all depends on when the car hit the road...)
now my other big question was those of you that are hitting 50K miles and the pumps are going out and s/c failing... where most of the problems in your 50k...so are these warranties absolutly needed?