1999 w/s202 C55 AMG
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1999 w/s202 C55 AMG
How many C55 owners out there knew about this vehicle?
C-class AMG production numbers as listed in Post #35 by PC Valkyrie in this thread: https://mbworld.org/forums/c32-amg-c...t-c55-c32.html
Only 59 w/s202 C55 AMGs ever produced? Let's dig further.
Read this thread from the w202 forums that contains a hodgepodge of information on the w202 C55: https://mbworld.org/forums/c36-amg-c...5-amg-c43.html
And lastly, PICTURES: http://c280.pmneo.de/index.php?content=gallery&gid=614
The interior is actually very slick IMO for a 1999 vehicle. Mercedes was ahead of its time, as usual.
Just thought this might be interesting to fellow C55 owners.
C-class AMG production numbers as listed in Post #35 by PC Valkyrie in this thread: https://mbworld.org/forums/c32-amg-c...t-c55-c32.html
Don't know how this thread got so off topic, but here are the global sales numbers for the all C-AMG cars (excluding the C63 AMG). This is taken from the 2007 MB press release for the C63 when it was introduced. I don't think you will get any more official information than this. I've posted this before on this board. The listed years are the "in production" years, not model years. This includes sedans and wagons sold across the world.
C 36 AMG (W 202) 1993 - 1997 5400
C 43 AMG (W/S 202) 1997 - 2001 3850
C 55 AMG (W/S 202) 1999 - 2001 59
C 32 AMG (W/S 203) 2001 - 2004 8250
C 55 AMG (W/S 203) 2004 - 2007 4600
C 36 AMG (W 202) 1993 - 1997 5400
C 43 AMG (W/S 202) 1997 - 2001 3850
C 55 AMG (W/S 202) 1999 - 2001 59
C 32 AMG (W/S 203) 2001 - 2004 8250
C 55 AMG (W/S 203) 2004 - 2007 4600
Read this thread from the w202 forums that contains a hodgepodge of information on the w202 C55: https://mbworld.org/forums/c36-amg-c...5-amg-c43.html
And lastly, PICTURES: http://c280.pmneo.de/index.php?content=gallery&gid=614
The interior is actually very slick IMO for a 1999 vehicle. Mercedes was ahead of its time, as usual.
Just thought this might be interesting to fellow C55 owners.
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How many C55 owners out there knew about this vehicle?
C-class AMG production numbers as listed in Post #35 by PC Valkyrie in this thread: https://mbworld.org/forums/c32-amg-c...t-c55-c32.html
Only 59 w/s202 C55 AMGs ever produced? Let's dig further.
Read this thread from the w202 forums that contains a hodgepodge of information on the w202 C55: https://mbworld.org/forums/c36-amg-c...5-amg-c43.html
And lastly, PICTURES: http://c280.pmneo.de/index.php?content=gallery&gid=614
The interior is actually very slick IMO for a 1999 vehicle. Mercedes was ahead of its time, as usual.
Just thought this might be interesting to fellow C55 owners.
C-class AMG production numbers as listed in Post #35 by PC Valkyrie in this thread: https://mbworld.org/forums/c32-amg-c...t-c55-c32.html
Only 59 w/s202 C55 AMGs ever produced? Let's dig further.
Read this thread from the w202 forums that contains a hodgepodge of information on the w202 C55: https://mbworld.org/forums/c36-amg-c...5-amg-c43.html
And lastly, PICTURES: http://c280.pmneo.de/index.php?content=gallery&gid=614
The interior is actually very slick IMO for a 1999 vehicle. Mercedes was ahead of its time, as usual.
Just thought this might be interesting to fellow C55 owners.
That would be the biggest difference between the two and nothing much else.
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I never understood the appeal/following for the 202s. I may be wholly misled, but I thought the 202s were the poster children for Mercedes' quality problems? I would like to know what's special about them? Lighter?
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Comparing the 202 to the 203 is like comparing apples to oranges. The 202 is supposed to come in second place to the 203 in all categories because it is a previous generation model. At the time the 202 C36 and C43 was released, it was competitive with other models of the time in terms of weight, power, and looks. It's all relative.
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xxaarraa, in all likelihood you are going to now be flamed by several 202 owners for that post. That being said, perhaps ProjectC55 could attest to how problematic the 202 c-class line was. It is my understanding that the fit and finish of the vehicle was top notch, and in some regards, the interior finish was superior to that of the 203. Obviously the 203 c-class used more modern materials than that of the 202 in its interior, however, I feel like Mercedes skimped on 203 interior to keep prices competitive. I have so many plastic pieces and interior rattles I can't believe it.
Comparing the 202 to the 203 is like comparing apples to oranges. The 202 is supposed to come in second place to the 203 in all categories because it is a previous generation model. At the time the 202 C36 and C43 was released, it was competitive with other models of the time in terms of weight, power, and looks. It's all relative.
Comparing the 202 to the 203 is like comparing apples to oranges. The 202 is supposed to come in second place to the 203 in all categories because it is a previous generation model. At the time the 202 C36 and C43 was released, it was competitive with other models of the time in terms of weight, power, and looks. It's all relative.
After this explanation I really don't nd to respond to the above.He obviously nds to do some serious research on the W202 built from 1994 till 2000 a good healthy run for 6yrs. Body of the first Mercedes AMG mass produced AMG's in the world.
This car did not have the problems of the E190 if that is also what the above meant. Gd to know that some car enthusiasts especially MB enthusiasts know the history of some of the distinct cars built by MB.
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How many C55 owners out there knew about this vehicle?
C-class AMG production numbers as listed in Post #35 by PC Valkyrie in this thread: https://mbworld.org/forums/c32-amg-c...t-c55-c32.html
Only 59 w/s202 C55 AMGs ever produced? Let's dig further.
Read this thread from the w202 forums that contains a hodgepodge of information on the w202 C55: https://mbworld.org/forums/c36-amg-c...5-amg-c43.html
And lastly, PICTURES: http://c280.pmneo.de/index.php?content=gallery&gid=614
The interior is actually very slick IMO for a 1999 vehicle. Mercedes was ahead of its time, as usual.
Just thought this might be interesting to fellow C55 owners.
C-class AMG production numbers as listed in Post #35 by PC Valkyrie in this thread: https://mbworld.org/forums/c32-amg-c...t-c55-c32.html
Only 59 w/s202 C55 AMGs ever produced? Let's dig further.
Read this thread from the w202 forums that contains a hodgepodge of information on the w202 C55: https://mbworld.org/forums/c36-amg-c...5-amg-c43.html
And lastly, PICTURES: http://c280.pmneo.de/index.php?content=gallery&gid=614
The interior is actually very slick IMO for a 1999 vehicle. Mercedes was ahead of its time, as usual.
Just thought this might be interesting to fellow C55 owners.
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There isn't a whole lot of information out there on the AMG produced C55, however, see this excerpt from the below linked thread:
No. There is a W202 C55 out there (very rare) MB produced a few, I have the Mercedes Enthusiast - "C-Class Salute" Issue, and seems like MB sold (or you could have ordered) a W202 C55 in UK/Europe.
In the US there have been a few C55 conversions (one was on Ebay a while back) and there is also a C55 with a Kompressor on it that runs a 1/4 mile in the high 11s.
Ok I pulled out the mag, it says there were only 30 W202 C55 built at Affalterbach.
0-62 times from the same mag. (always on the high side):
W202
C36 = 6.9
C43 = 6.5
C55 = 5.5
W203
C32 = 5.2
I don't buy these times at all:
The W202 C55 weighs: 1,570kg has 347 bhp and 376 lb/ft
The W203 C32 weighs 1,635kg has 354bhp and 332 lb/ft.
And they say the C32 is faster, not a chance. The W202 C55 should beat a the new one also.
In the US there have been a few C55 conversions (one was on Ebay a while back) and there is also a C55 with a Kompressor on it that runs a 1/4 mile in the high 11s.
Ok I pulled out the mag, it says there were only 30 W202 C55 built at Affalterbach.
0-62 times from the same mag. (always on the high side):
W202
C36 = 6.9
C43 = 6.5
C55 = 5.5
W203
C32 = 5.2
I don't buy these times at all:
The W202 C55 weighs: 1,570kg has 347 bhp and 376 lb/ft
The W203 C32 weighs 1,635kg has 354bhp and 332 lb/ft.
And they say the C32 is faster, not a chance. The W202 C55 should beat a the new one also.
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Its so funny how few many people know about the w202 C55... And build issues? haha You don't get it because you have never owned one. I chose the C43 over the C32 hands down for my own personal tastes. Totally different cars IMHO.
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Actually Newzchspy, you are incorrect on this point. A very limited run of the C55 AMG were built at Affalterbach.
There isn't a whole lot of information out there on the AMG produced C55, however, see this excerpt from the below linked thread:
https://mbworld.org/forums/general-m...s-new-c55.html
There isn't a whole lot of information out there on the AMG produced C55, however, see this excerpt from the below linked thread:
https://mbworld.org/forums/general-m...s-new-c55.html
Just so you know, there's been many a test-mule etc with the AMG name on it, BUT I do NOT believe that the W202 C55 was ever sold here as a production vehicle. Every one I have seen or heard of was an engine conversion.............
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Austin, I don't have a horse in this race since I don't own a 43, BUT wanna race??? Show me a time-slip with YOU IN YOUR CAR beating my C32 in my sig and I owe you a nice dinner.
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** So you're saying that this car was actually SOLD here (that's what I was getting to??) Find me one sold in the US and call me a liar!! ***
Just so you know, there's been many a test-mule etc with the AMG name on it, BUT I do NOT believe that the W202 C55 was ever sold here as a production vehicle. Everyone I have seen or heard of was a conversion.............
Just so you know, there's been many a test-mule etc with the AMG name on it, BUT I do NOT believe that the W202 C55 was ever sold here as a production vehicle. Everyone I have seen or heard of was a conversion.............
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I'd race you, just give me a two second head start and it might be even. LOL
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But not if it was still a 4.3 no wayyyyyy.But I do like your car,just when I was looking for one back in 2k4 they were out of my price range at that time. But I would give your car a shot in the mile definitely!
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xxaarraa, in all likelihood you are going to now be flamed by several 202 owners for that post. That being said, perhaps ProjectC55 could attest to how problematic the 202 c-class line was. It is my understanding that the fit and finish of the vehicle was top notch, and in some regards, the interior finish was superior to that of the 203. Obviously the 203 c-class used more modern materials than that of the 202 in its interior, however, I feel like Mercedes skimped on 203 interior to keep prices competitive. I have so many plastic pieces and interior rattles I can't believe it.
Comparing the 202 to the 203 is like comparing apples to oranges. The 202 is supposed to come in second place to the 203 in all categories because it is a previous generation model. At the time the 202 C36 and C43 was released, it was competitive with other models of the time in terms of weight, power, and looks. It's all relative.
Comparing the 202 to the 203 is like comparing apples to oranges. The 202 is supposed to come in second place to the 203 in all categories because it is a previous generation model. At the time the 202 C36 and C43 was released, it was competitive with other models of the time in terms of weight, power, and looks. It's all relative.
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a de-tuned 5.4L with 340Hp. I read that in a magazine years ago, I dont think any of the W202 C55's made it to the states. Would be a sweet car to get your hands on 
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We all love our own... Doesn't matter what year or color. We just love them. Besides we all know the w202, 203, and 204's are the best anyway right????
I keeed, I keeeed!!!
Besides we all know the w202, 203, and 204's are the best anyway right???? I keeed, I keeeed!!!
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The 202 C55 was a cool car. I remember back in 2004, everyone was all up in arms about an Orange one that surfaced the internet. Can't remember if it was in the US, or Japan. But the w214 and 210 E60's were way cooler. And there are a few of those in the US, along with a few R129 SL60's. Edit: Actually I think there was also an SL70 and SL73 with V-12s too. The SL73 engine went on with life in the Pagani Zonda.
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