How many miles does your C32/C55 have?
MBWorld Fanatic!
Joined: Oct 2006
Posts: 4,856
Likes: 4
02 C32 AMG
84K miles, 2002
replaced plugs/wires (more for performance measures though), oil obviously, two i/c pumps, motor mounts, tranny mount, both seat modules, new supercharger (whole setup, long/funny story), muffler (rusted when purchased), countless problems with the steering wheel motor/mechanism, and a problem that no one has yet to figure out: some weird ticking noise i get that i generally hear in colder weather that increases in frequency with increasing speed. i think something is rubbing on the driveshaft but i couldnt find anything lol.....i'm sure i have the complete list somewhere. thats off the top of my head. i've had problems with the windows and the A/C making some weird clicking noise. no problems for the past year (and thats without warranty too!). apparently i got most of mine out of the way
replaced plugs/wires (more for performance measures though), oil obviously, two i/c pumps, motor mounts, tranny mount, both seat modules, new supercharger (whole setup, long/funny story), muffler (rusted when purchased), countless problems with the steering wheel motor/mechanism, and a problem that no one has yet to figure out: some weird ticking noise i get that i generally hear in colder weather that increases in frequency with increasing speed. i think something is rubbing on the driveshaft but i couldnt find anything lol.....i'm sure i have the complete list somewhere. thats off the top of my head. i've had problems with the windows and the A/C making some weird clicking noise. no problems for the past year (and thats without warranty too!). apparently i got most of mine out of the way
MBWorld Fanatic!
Joined: Dec 2007
Posts: 5,034
Likes: 6
From: Corona, CA
03 g35 coupe...........02 c32 Sold
96k 2002
replaced with
behr radiator
code intercooler
seat control relay fix
replaced oem sc bearing
replaced all idler pulley
replaced tensioner pulley
new alternator
new throttle harness
johnson intercooler pump
currently having problem with esp errors related to the throttle actuator
replaced with
behr radiator
code intercooler
seat control relay fix
replaced oem sc bearing
replaced all idler pulley
replaced tensioner pulley
new alternator
new throttle harness
johnson intercooler pump
currently having problem with esp errors related to the throttle actuator
MBworld Guru
Joined: Apr 2002
Posts: 22,058
Likes: 18
From: Diamond Bar, CA
W206 PHEV AMG
got my car fixed.
2002 C32. currently 965xx miles. only added about 1k miles on it last year.
stuff replaced under warranty/extended warranty
CPS
intercooler pump
driver door lock actuator
gas cap
engine mounts
TPS (while diagnosing this they managed to **** up my TCU and also replaced my throttle body)
valve/cam cover oil leak
control arms
Comand
heated seat cushions
recent stuff after extended warranty expired
driver side camshaft
#4 cylinder exhaust valve
#4 cylinder intake valves
#4 cylinder valve springs
#4 cylinder rocker arms.
2002 C32. currently 965xx miles. only added about 1k miles on it last year.
stuff replaced under warranty/extended warranty
CPS
intercooler pump
driver door lock actuator
gas cap
engine mounts
TPS (while diagnosing this they managed to **** up my TCU and also replaced my throttle body)
valve/cam cover oil leak
control arms
Comand
heated seat cushions
recent stuff after extended warranty expired
driver side camshaft
#4 cylinder exhaust valve
#4 cylinder intake valves
#4 cylinder valve springs
#4 cylinder rocker arms.
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
Junior Member
Joined: Apr 2007
Posts: 59
Likes: 0
From: McLean, VA
08 M5, 06 X3, 05 C55
05 C55
80,000 Miles
- V belt replaced
- Fuel pump / filter replaced
- Leaking rear main seal (letting it ride) ~2k in labor for a $10 part
- Valve cover gaskets leaking replaced
- Spark plugs replace... 16 spark plugs
I feel bad for the v12 guys.
- Brake fluid flush
- Need new rotors soon
Other than that, I'd say the car is pretty solid. Never left me stranded or had any major machanical issues.
80,000 Miles
- V belt replaced
- Fuel pump / filter replaced
- Leaking rear main seal (letting it ride) ~2k in labor for a $10 part
- Valve cover gaskets leaking replaced
- Spark plugs replace... 16 spark plugs
I feel bad for the v12 guys. - Brake fluid flush
- Need new rotors soon
Other than that, I'd say the car is pretty solid. Never left me stranded or had any major machanical issues.
MBWorld Fanatic!
Joined: Jun 2006
Posts: 1,912
Likes: 0
From: AL,IL, GA, CA
CLS, SLK, ETC
2005 C55
55k miles
Same issues as listed above, all covered under OE and aftermarket warranty, including:
1. Small transmission oil leak around the multiplug and seal to engine;
2. Both valve cover gaskets replaced;
3. My engine hood pad is torn as well -- still have to get it fixed;
4. Updated Comand software. New software installed to fix radio and cd malfunciton;
5. Had cup holder replaced due to chip;
6. Headlight flickering problems: HID igniter and ballast of both headlights and headlight electronic controler replaced;
7. "Battery/Alternator" error. Voltage regulator replaced;
8. Driver's seat replaced twice, broken again (seat heater broke);
9. Tel aid emergency button replaced;
10. Rubber seal around trunk replaced as well as the lateral acceleration sensor;
11. Fuel pump/sender/filter replaced due to slightly clogged filter;
12. Auxillary drive belt replaced;
13. Steering wheel adjustment motor and transmission replaced.
Oil, oil filter, cabin filter, tranny fluid, spark plugs, air filters I did myself along with other small mod's.
Generally, the car has been great, reliable and fairly indestrucdtible but for the driver's seat and couple of electrical gremlins.
55k miles
Same issues as listed above, all covered under OE and aftermarket warranty, including:
1. Small transmission oil leak around the multiplug and seal to engine;
2. Both valve cover gaskets replaced;
3. My engine hood pad is torn as well -- still have to get it fixed;
4. Updated Comand software. New software installed to fix radio and cd malfunciton;
5. Had cup holder replaced due to chip;
6. Headlight flickering problems: HID igniter and ballast of both headlights and headlight electronic controler replaced;
7. "Battery/Alternator" error. Voltage regulator replaced;
8. Driver's seat replaced twice, broken again (seat heater broke);
9. Tel aid emergency button replaced;
10. Rubber seal around trunk replaced as well as the lateral acceleration sensor;
11. Fuel pump/sender/filter replaced due to slightly clogged filter;
12. Auxillary drive belt replaced;
13. Steering wheel adjustment motor and transmission replaced.
Oil, oil filter, cabin filter, tranny fluid, spark plugs, air filters I did myself along with other small mod's.
Generally, the car has been great, reliable and fairly indestrucdtible but for the driver's seat and couple of electrical gremlins.
38000 miles
1,2,3,4,7,8 of the list above~ + A/C issues..
Senior Member
Joined: Sep 2004
Posts: 270
Likes: 0
From: Aliso Viejo, CA
2007 E550, 2011 BMW 335i
On my 05 C55 i just turned over 78,000 Miles. The car is tip top other that the few minor repairs listed above (electrical), nothing major has ever gone wrong.... (knock on wood) Im still on my original rotors, second set of brakes, and way too many tires 
. This car allows you to throw anything you want at it, and begs for more.... i love it. IM glad to see so many other owners out there with the same situations. This was my first MB and i chose an AMG and i couldn't be made a better selection.
. This car allows you to throw anything you want at it, and begs for more.... i love it. IM glad to see so many other owners out there with the same situations. This was my first MB and i chose an AMG and i couldn't be made a better selection.
MBWorld Fanatic!
Joined: Aug 2006
Posts: 1,717
Likes: 0
From: Keesler AFB, Gulfport, MS
C32 AMG
2002 C32 with almost 55k. Things that need, or needed to be replaced -
Cup holder broken, replaced with updated version
Current issue, headlight flickering problems: HID igniter and ballast, possible headlight electronic controller replacement
Battery replaced
Driver's seat replaced (seat heater broken and killed battery replaced above)
Front control arm (or something like that) replaced twice. Still squeaking and not right.
Infamous tranny jerk had over $5k in warranty work done replacing parts and STILL have the same issue. Now live with it.
Tranny will be flushed again after I go over 60k miles. Fluid and most of my tranny is all new as of ~20k miles ago when they were troubleshooting the tranny jerk with new parts.
Cup holder broken, replaced with updated version
Current issue, headlight flickering problems: HID igniter and ballast, possible headlight electronic controller replacement
Battery replaced
Driver's seat replaced (seat heater broken and killed battery replaced above)
Front control arm (or something like that) replaced twice. Still squeaking and not right.
Infamous tranny jerk had over $5k in warranty work done replacing parts and STILL have the same issue. Now live with it.
Tranny will be flushed again after I go over 60k miles. Fluid and most of my tranny is all new as of ~20k miles ago when they were troubleshooting the tranny jerk with new parts.
Last edited by SilverBulletAMG; Aug 13, 2009 at 12:16 PM.
Member
Joined: Jul 2009
Posts: 125
Likes: 2
From: Marlton
'02 325 xi; '02 C32; '90 ZX; '08 CBR 6RR, '86 V45 Magna
Just bought my 02 C32 in the beginning of July. It has 23k on it. Have since replaced the secondary air pump and relay. That is it for now...hopefully.
Newbie
Joined: Aug 2009
Posts: 14
Likes: 0
2003 C32 AMG
119,000K 2003 C32
had it since 30k miles
got it in 2006 for $27k
Besides TIRES TIRES TIRES,
Replaced serpentine belt just for maintainance,
Likes to secretly make coolant dissapear from god only knows,
S/C bearing just went.
Other than that, she still purrs beautifully and can still giddy up like always. I plan on runnin her to 200k easy.
had it since 30k miles
got it in 2006 for $27k
Besides TIRES TIRES TIRES,
Replaced serpentine belt just for maintainance,
Likes to secretly make coolant dissapear from god only knows,
S/C bearing just went.
Other than that, she still purrs beautifully and can still giddy up like always. I plan on runnin her to 200k easy.
Super Moderator Alumni
Joined: May 2006
Posts: 4,539
Likes: 4
From: Southern Cal
a C32 AMG & S-Works Tarmac
Newbie
Joined: Aug 2009
Posts: 14
Likes: 0
2003 C32 AMG
Its pretty much always had a little loss. God help me when i took to mercedes underwarranty and they supposedly "Replaced" a part of which name escapes me at the moment, to stop the slow leak. Didnt do a damn thing. It was something like a fan of some sort. My bad to be such a dim bulb on that, its been like 2 years. How can I check to see if my tranny is contaminated? or for that matter if my intercooler is leaking?
and thanks for your insight so far!
and thanks for your insight so far!
Senior Member
Joined: Oct 2007
Posts: 369
Likes: 17
From: SO CAL
AMG
2003 just broke the 100K today and ic pump failled at 97k after driving to vegas at 140mph for 2 hours (3am on US95 ) 
I topped out at 167mph i thought it was supposed to stop at 155 
I topped out at 167mph i thought it was supposed to stop at 155
Last edited by francoisisp; Aug 26, 2009 at 07:31 PM.
Member
Joined: Apr 2007
Posts: 92
Likes: 0
From: Iceland
2002 C32 AMG
2002 C32, 70,000 miles (112,000 km)
PO had the infamous radiator leak, new transmission at 50,000 km
Stuff I've had to have replaced since I bought the car with 93,000 km on the odometer..
Rear seatbelts (wtf) (95,000 km)
Front bushings (110,000 km)
I just got a green light on some warranty paint work, rust from the inside on gas cap, left rear panel and trunk. Going to have the entire front end including roof painted at the same time (albeit not under warranty) because of rusted stone chips. Not very impressed with the quality of the C32's body.
PO had the infamous radiator leak, new transmission at 50,000 km
Stuff I've had to have replaced since I bought the car with 93,000 km on the odometer..
Rear seatbelts (wtf) (95,000 km)
Front bushings (110,000 km)
I just got a green light on some warranty paint work, rust from the inside on gas cap, left rear panel and trunk. Going to have the entire front end including roof painted at the same time (albeit not under warranty) because of rusted stone chips. Not very impressed with the quality of the C32's body.
Last edited by Hjartarson; Aug 26, 2009 at 08:02 PM.
