C36 AMG, C43 AMG (W202) 1995 - 2000

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Old Feb 4, 2011 | 01:52 PM
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This is a thread for you to post any mods that you have done or that you know of, where you can get them, and about how much they cost. This will help current and future C43 owners by having a list of all potential mods located in one thread.
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Old Feb 4, 2011 | 02:07 PM
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1.) Crystal fog lights; Ebay.com = $75-$125 (shipped)
2.) Vogtland springs; Vogtland-na.com = $275 (shipped)
3.) Bilstein sport shocks; Tirerack.com = $320 (shipped)
4.) MB Arts Adjustable rear camber arms; MBartsperformance.com = $325 (shipped)
5.) K-MAC front camber/castor kit; K-MAC.com = $475 (shipped)
6.) HID kits for head lights or fog lights; HIDExtra.com = $60 (shipped)
7.) Avantgarde grill; MBspecialist.com = $145 (shipped)
8.) ECU tune; Eurocharged.com = $499 (+ shipping)
9.) Kleemann headers; Kleemann.dk = $1500 (+ shipping)
10.) Kleemann supercharger; Kleemann.dk = $$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$
11.) AMG door pins; Ebay.com = $30-$120 (+ shipping)
12.) Supersprint exhaust; supersprint.com = $800-$900 (+ shipping)

More to come....

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Old Feb 4, 2011 | 02:23 PM
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Would you like to push out an extra claimed 100rwhp? Check out these guys: http://www.myhps.com/index.php?src=
Lots of people are very happy with their products and the customer service.





CF Style grill and the shipping was lightening fast!!!! $155 shipped

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http://mbspecialist.com/mercedes_web...000/88/88-250/

A set of ALL four rotors for the C43 cross drilled for $280 shipped!!!! Call here for more info: 5624345670
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For the BEST set of German made HID conversions. I haven't heard a bad review yet but they are a bit $$$ $170.00 for 55w
http://www.tnrlighting.net/55w-hid.html


For a good source on MB Wheel reps:
http://www.wheelsandcaps.com/special...FdJf2godbHNtJw

Another replica wheel site:
http://dwheelandtire.com/search/?mak...dG2XUJw&page=5

And another wheel replica site:
http://www.oewheelsllc.com/Mercedes-Benz-Wheels/c216347

A great site for 3M DI-NOC Carbon Fiber Vinyl Wrap:
http://www.carbonfabricsource.com/

Evosport Under-Drive Pulley Kit Performance Mercedes C280, C43 A $361
http://www.vividracing.com/catalog/p...ducts_id=13690

AMS @ 499.99 (I think they should offer a GROUP BUY for for $199.99 if we can get ten!?)


For the best black out roof or CF wrap for pretty much anything! Look here. To give an idea on price, I was quoted $140 back in Nov 2010 (Prices are subject to change) for an entire w202 wrap in matte CF. He wil also allow you to ship him the pieces and he will send them back ready to role!
https://mbworld.org/forums/clk55-amg...hics-more.html

LED Rear Plate lights $36 shipped:

http://www.carpartslights.com/no-obc...enz-p-528.html

For some amazing exhaust parts http://www.supersprintna.com/

Dyno Tune by Jerry from http://www.eurocharged.com/ $550: Includes your before and after dyno. Claimed gains are 25whp and 27tq. There will be video on this soon to come! ;-)

For the best headlights, fog lights and reverse bulbs known to man!
http://www.danielsternlighting.com/ $55 for a set
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Front tire rods and drag-link Lamforder $220
http://www.partsgeek.com/gbproducts/...ek+Google+Base

The best pipe I have found for your second cat remove/res delete:
http://www.burnsstainless.com/st-250-20-321.aspx $37 per-foot

www.autohausaz.com for almost ANY part you could want for and at close to the best prices on the web. Ive used them for years and never been disappointed.

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Old Feb 4, 2011 | 03:13 PM
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We did it! WOOT! All of you C36/C43 lovers start posting up pictures, links and prices of all of your favorite mods!
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Old Feb 4, 2011 | 06:28 PM
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Originally Posted by austinholloman
We did it! WOOT! All of you C36/C43 lovers start posting up pictures, links and prices of all of your favorite mods!
All you have to do is bug the moderators

On a different subject, please do not post 55 swap mods. We already have a 55 swap thread stickied...
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Old Feb 4, 2011 | 06:33 PM
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Agreed +1
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Old Feb 4, 2011 | 06:35 PM
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I am sold on that Avantegarde grill, I will be ordering one today
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Old Feb 4, 2011 | 06:39 PM
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Euro comand. Anywhere from $500 to $1000.
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I am sold on that Avantegarde grill, I will be ordering one today
Its so heavy and well made. I was really shocked. Looks factory perfect and worth every dime if you ask me.
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Old Feb 4, 2011 | 06:41 PM
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Euro comand. Anywhere from $500 to $1000.
Other pictures? And where did you source it?
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Old Feb 4, 2011 | 06:47 PM
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I am sold on that Avantegarde grill, I will be ordering one today
great looking grille.....looks like thats a UK site? all the prices i saw were either euros or pounds. any issues ordering from them? how is the overall fitment? this grille would match the oem CF door pillars too!
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Old Feb 4, 2011 | 06:53 PM
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I placed the order less than a week ago and its already here. Its comes out to $154.00 US. NO ISSUES AT ALL! When I say that I was shocked by them shipping time, I mean I was SHOCKED!!! Direct OEM fitment.
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Old Feb 4, 2011 | 07:09 PM
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I need to actually work on finishing the installation.... O_O



I bought it from a member that had it installed in his W202.
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Old Feb 4, 2011 | 07:15 PM
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great looking grille.....looks like thats a UK site? all the prices i saw were either euros or pounds. any issues ordering from them? how is the overall fitment? this grille would match the oem CF door pillars too!
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Old Feb 4, 2011 | 07:16 PM
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Originally Posted by justinwrock
I need to actually work on finishing the installation.... O_O



I bought it from a member that had it installed in his W202.
Looks like its going to take some work but it may pay off... I could never decide how I felt out the old school command system in these cars.
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Old Feb 4, 2011 | 07:28 PM
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Carbon-fiber hood. How could I forget. Asking $1050 but you can find them for $8-900.

http://www.visracing.com/newcatalog/...iber-Hood.html
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Carbon-fiber hood. How could I forget. Asking $1050 but you can find them for $8-900.

http://www.visracing.com/newcatalog/...iber-Hood.html
Link to the $800 please!


I would not mind getting a CF hood.
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Old Feb 4, 2011 | 07:31 PM
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Some great stuff here.
http://sarona.com/Sarona/www/index3.html

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Old Feb 4, 2011 | 07:34 PM
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Link to the $800 please!


I would not mind getting a CF hood.
Ill do you one better sir. How about $750???

http://www.ultimatemotorx.net/visoemcafiho263.html

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$875 here:
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All body kits are located here:
http://body-kitz.com/contents/en-us/...body-kits.html

94-00 Mercedes Benz C Class W202 Rieger Body Kit $1699.99


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Old Feb 4, 2011 | 09:46 PM
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Originally Posted by Jasssc
whoa whoa whoa
what about C36's?!?

I call
Mods have been contacted about a title change and this was NOT intentional. We care for all of our C36/C43 brethren!
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Old Feb 4, 2011 | 09:50 PM
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who can i contact (bug) to help this along? haha
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