95, 96, or 97 C36 AMG
06-23-2006, 11:45 PM
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95, 96, or 97 C36 AMG
Should I purchase a 95, 96, or 97 C36 AMG. I have heard that there were more problems with the 95 since it was the first year the car came out.
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06-24-2006, 12:53 AM
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97. Why? More hp and a smaller, thicker steering wheel, 5 speed auto vs. a 4 speed of the 95-96 era, child occupant passenger side airbag defeat to name a few reasons.
06-24-2006, 06:14 AM
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97. After looking into these, that is what I am after. Mainly b/c of the 5th gear and 8 more hp. Can't find any C43's here in CO. And the one 97 C36 is at a dealership who is asking too much. That is why he has had it for 4+ months now.
06-24-2006, 12:07 PM
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We have quite a few here in northern California. I'd be happy to provide some "remote hands and eyes" if you see one in my area that piques your interest. I could snap some pics and check it out in detail. I'm pretty Benz savvy and could give you an honest assessment. This isn't a professional service, so no guarantees but I've helped others in this way before.
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06-24-2006, 02:58 PM
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Originally Posted by steve s
but, what it boils down to is whatever u can find that is in the best condition... imo..
06-29-2006, 09:25 PM
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'95 S500C, '96 C36, '86 190E, '72 280SEL
I'll second mbsickness. 95's have the wiring harness issues, and 97's have the problematic electronic 5-speed. The 96's seem to have the least issues.
Disclaimer: I own a 96.
Disclaimer: I own a 96.
06-30-2006, 10:16 PM
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is the 97 5-speed the same as the C43? Closest C43 to me is 300 miles away and the has 64k miles and asking $20k, while There is a 97 C36 with 80,000 miles they asking for $17k for. Was wondering if it is the same tranny that has the hesitation below 10 mph all the car mags say.
07-08-2006, 07:07 AM
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Originally Posted by 85Cosworth
is the 97 5-speed the same as the C43?
