Looking to buy a used C43

Jul 15, 2005 | 01:28 PM

poorguy

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From: san jose ca

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Looking to buy a used C43

Is the C43 worth it money or should i put out extra 10g's to get a used E55.
I have found a few C43 in my area with low miles for less than 22k or i can get high miles E55 for extra 5-8 g's. Need some opinion

Jul 15, 2005 | 08:24 PM

Barada

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1979 911SC, 2001 E55, 1999 CLK430, 1993 190E 2.6

I would probably go for the E55. I am a big fan of the W210 body.

Jul 17, 2005 | 12:42 PM

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C43/55,2k11 Volvo S60 T6AWD,2k Audi B5 S4,95 Eagle Talon Tsi AWD 500+awhp

I'd probably go E55,the 5.5L motor is a complete joy and you're getting a bigger car with more options. However I love my W202 C55 and have no regrets.However it's a tough call for me because the C43 has low mileage.

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Jul 17, 2005 | 04:48 PM

StapleGun

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1967 Morris Cooper "S", 1983 911SC, 1997 Toyota Tacoma, 1999 HD FXSTB, 1998 C43

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I would go for the C43..to me a small car w/big engine is the whole allure.

Jul 23, 2005 | 06:23 AM

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C43/55,2k11 Volvo S60 T6AWD,2k Audi B5 S4,95 Eagle Talon Tsi AWD 500+awhp

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Originally Posted by StapleGun

I would go for the C43..to me a small car w/big engine is the whole allure.

Yea I guess in that sense you could be right ! The E55 is a sexy beast and an unforgettable ride in a straight line though.Wont ever handle and brake as well as a C43 I gotta say.

Jul 23, 2005 | 07:58 PM

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98 Black C43 , 12’ ML 350 Blutec

Buy the C43 and take the 10k and do the motor upgrade, right Carl ?

Jul 23, 2005 | 09:50 PM

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C43?

i agree with Staple Gun. small car, big motor. the classic muscle car. only the engineering and execution are done better in germany then the usa. i just bought one and love it. box stock is fast enough for me. if i ever drive this car at 10/10th's then i'll start modding.