South African C32 AMG owners thread
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South African C32 AMG owners thread
Hi all. As a new owner in South Africa, I would like to call all likeminded owners together on one thread to consolidate info and where to get what done. Experiences, meetings, rides etc etc.
So, I'll start. Recently purchased a 2003 C32 basically stock except c55 boot spoiler that was already fitted.
It has a slight klunking noise from the front suspension which is being attended to next week. Other than that, the radio only fully illuminates when the weather is cold. On a warm day it is all but illegible, sounds like a dry solder joint.
Other than that and the fact that it has 255/40 tires on the rear, all is good
Location. Krugersdorp
So, I'll start. Recently purchased a 2003 C32 basically stock except c55 boot spoiler that was already fitted.
It has a slight klunking noise from the front suspension which is being attended to next week. Other than that, the radio only fully illuminates when the weather is cold. On a warm day it is all but illegible, sounds like a dry solder joint.
Other than that and the fact that it has 255/40 tires on the rear, all is good
Location. Krugersdorp
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its a pity that others have not taken to this thread...but i think its great that there are other south africans on here. good to share info as well....thats what this forum is about
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I know this is reviving the dead, don't know how I missed this is thread before. Anyway just sold my C32 after 6 glorious years. Did a couple of mods to her. Can Help with info if you need if I know that is. Hahaha. Good luck with you car and congrats. Bring in some more South Africans here. Off topic, anyone know of a good dyno shop in Johannesburg or who do you get to work on your mods such as pulley kits etc. Thanks
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Hey guys I never saw this thread and recently started a SA one myself but not many bites, I don't have a c 32 but im surely welcome here with my c 55? As they are sister cars wanted to get a 32 but my girlfriend said its too expensive so to spite her I got a 55
So how are you guys enjoying your cars? I've never driven a 32. How are they?
So how are you guys enjoying your cars? I've never driven a 32. How are they?
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Hey guys I never saw this thread and recently started a SA one myself but not many bites, I don't have a c 32 but im surely welcome here with my c 55? As they are sister cars wanted to get a 32 but my girlfriend said its too expensive so to spite her I got a 55So how are you guys enjoying your cars? I've never driven a 32. How are they?
So how are you guys enjoying your cars? I've never driven a 32. How are they?
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What's up fellas.
My 32 was supposed to have extensive mods but then my wife drove it and loved it so I've left her stock minus the cats. Hope she falls out of love soon though...lol
I'm a 202 man though...got 4 of them...yeah I know...it's an obsession..all modded
My 32 was supposed to have extensive mods but then my wife drove it and loved it so I've left her stock minus the cats. Hope she falls out of love soon though...lol
I'm a 202 man though...got 4 of them...yeah I know...it's an obsession..all modded
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Goodluck with that one... Nice rides btw
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Gentlemen, my dad recently gave me a C32...so I'm a new C32 owner I guess...
It has C55 command system, the screen, the cluster, the seats and more.
I am trying to have my side mirrors close automatically just like the W204's.
My side mirrors do close when I press the mirror buttons inside and open when I press again, anyone have an idea how to make this happen all automatically?
It has C55 command system, the screen, the cluster, the seats and more.
I am trying to have my side mirrors close automatically just like the W204's.
My side mirrors do close when I press the mirror buttons inside and open when I press again, anyone have an idea how to make this happen all automatically?
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Gentlemen, my dad recently gave me a C32...so I'm a new C32 owner I guess...
It has C55 command system, the screen, the cluster, the seats and more.
I am trying to have my side mirrors close automatically just like the W204's.
My side mirrors do close when I press the mirror buttons inside and open when I press again, anyone have an idea how to make this happen all automatically?
It has C55 command system, the screen, the cluster, the seats and more.
I am trying to have my side mirrors close automatically just like the W204's.
My side mirrors do close when I press the mirror buttons inside and open when I press again, anyone have an idea how to make this happen all automatically?
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Gentlemen, my dad recently gave me a C32...so I'm a new C32 owner I guess...
It has C55 command system, the screen, the cluster, the seats and more.
I am trying to have my side mirrors close automatically just like the W204's.
My side mirrors do close when I press the mirror buttons inside and open when I press again, anyone have an idea how to make this happen all automatically?
It has C55 command system, the screen, the cluster, the seats and more.
I am trying to have my side mirrors close automatically just like the W204's.
My side mirrors do close when I press the mirror buttons inside and open when I press again, anyone have an idea how to make this happen all automatically?
I see on pg 108 of the user manual they talk about saving memory so that the passenger side mirror sets itself when reversing to see how far you are from the kerb, maybe try these steps with the mirrors in
Good luck and let us know if you get it right
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From: DURBAN SOUTH AFRICA
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HI Guys .....
Im new to this forum from Durban South africa drive a Silver C55 Amg dont have much mods to it either than Exhaust and Headers .
Is There a local club in durban that anybody has joined i would realy like to join one
Im new to this forum from Durban South africa drive a Silver C55 Amg dont have much mods to it either than Exhaust and Headers .
Is There a local club in durban that anybody has joined i would realy like to join one
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Hey Vashan,
Welcome ! Nice car, did you get some decent gains for the exhaust setup? I bet it certainly sounds a whole lot meaner not that it was shabby before!!! I just left Durban recently. Not sure of any groups you can join there. Hopefully some more Durban o's can chime in here for you
Welcome ! Nice car, did you get some decent gains for the exhaust setup? I bet it certainly sounds a whole lot meaner
not that it was shabby before!!! I just left Durban recently. Not sure of any groups you can join there. Hopefully some more Durban o's can chime in here for you
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Absolutely gorgeous!! Love that shape, it just looks right! Thanks for sharing!! Makes me miss my 32 even more.. Should never have let her go... What power is your beast putting down now?
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Car made 302bhp thats on the wheels ....
I am goin to enter at the end of the month in the drags so will keep you guys posted on the times . Needs to be retuned thou its over fueling abit
I am goin to enter at the end of the month in the drags so will keep you guys posted on the times . Needs to be retuned thou its over fueling abit
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Very nice Vashan, mine looked almost identical with the NJ number plate on.lol
Have any of you guys fitted or know of someone who has fitted a Dastek unichip on their cars?
Have any of you guys fitted or know of someone who has fitted a Dastek unichip on their cars?
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Shaun, I remember enquiring some years ago, but was told they couldn't do the uni-chip yet on our vehicles. May have changed now though and there is something for you. You got someone you can contact and ask? I had many of them installed on previous cars. Just not the AMG's
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C32 AMG, C240, 380SE, 280SE
Hi guys, yep, got 4 Mercs, one is a C32, love it. Had some real ding dong battles....Panemera, Jag FF, GTR.....superbikes (1000cc). I do my own work on all my cars so if anybody is having issues maybe its something that I've already done. Can't find the place to list the cars though. I've the C32, 280se, 380se and C240.
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Will stay tuned for that one.Krokodile : Welcome mate, nice bunch you have their
still, missing my old one. So what was the outcome of your challenges?
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That price seems right, I just got a notification that Steve's Autoclinic in Durb's is offering a Uni-chip install and tune for R3500, a little bit far from you but just confirming your price.
