C450/C43 AMG
Sponsored by:
Sponsored by:

2020 C43 Sedan - Worst Car I've Ever Owned

Thread Tools
 
Search this Thread
 
Rate Thread
 
Old 10-07-2021, 02:44 PM
  #26  
Newbie
Thread Starter
 
soporcogitavi's Avatar
 
Join Date: Oct 2021
Posts: 12
Likes: 0
Received 1 Like on 1 Post
2020 C43 AMG
Originally Posted by eatmydust
Yeah my sister ended up not liking her 2021 440i. I drove it, beautiful car for the most part! Hate the super touchy brakes, you cant brake smoothly. Gets annoying as heck. That's her biggest complaint. Also the interior was nice but felt dated for some reason? Interior trim quality has fell a bit, the real wood looks different now, like an odd plastic effect of some sort. The sound the car makes is uninspiring unfortunately the ride quality is ok, but with the upgraded wheels it's stiff and bumpy.

As far as opinion the new front grille is ugly. In person and in pictures. Word is that they will be moving on from that grille at next facelift. Thank god.
I had a much different experience in the 440i. I found it to be light years ahead of the c43 in terms of ride quality and comfort. Not too mention, it was quicker.

I doubt BMW is moving away from the grille, the new I4 and IX will both have those Grilles. I personally have nothing against them, I think the car is beautiful, especially in black.

Last edited by soporcogitavi; 10-07-2021 at 02:59 PM.
Old 10-09-2021, 02:46 PM
  #27  
Junior Member
 
Loibs's Avatar
 
Join Date: Feb 2020
Location: Chicago Area
Posts: 41
Received 3 Likes on 3 Posts
2020 C43 AMG Coupe
I am sorry you have had so many issues. I have had zero issues with my 2020 C43 Coupe including no rattles. Do you have a sedan, coupe, cab or wagon? What factory was it out of? I have read about issues with some sedans out of Alabama but very few or none on the coupe built in Bremen.
Old 10-09-2021, 03:09 PM
  #28  
Newbie
Thread Starter
 
soporcogitavi's Avatar
 
Join Date: Oct 2021
Posts: 12
Likes: 0
Received 1 Like on 1 Post
2020 C43 AMG
Originally Posted by Loibs
I am sorry you have had so many issues. I have had zero issues with my 2020 C43 Coupe including no rattles. Do you have a sedan, coupe, cab or wagon? What factory was it out of? I have read about issues with some sedans out of Alabama but very few or none on the coupe built in Bremen.
Sedan and yes built in Alabama
Old 10-11-2021, 07:04 PM
  #29  
Newbie
 
Vczne's Avatar
 
Join Date: Aug 2021
Location: Southern California
Posts: 4
Likes: 0
Received 0 Likes on 0 Posts
2019 C43, 2006 E350
I too have this humming / buzzing noise coming from the center console of the car now. Pretty annoying and I'd be extra mad on a new car.

I don't know what triggered it but it just started up out of nowhere after 2 years of ownership. May take it to the dealership but it normally comes and goes...I just drown it out with music when it does occur. If you find out how they fixed it or what they say, can you let me know too?

Thanks!

Old 10-11-2021, 07:10 PM
  #30  
Out Of Control!!
 
W205C43PFL's Avatar
 
Join Date: Dec 2019
Location: Yours to Discover
Posts: 13,915
Received 2,654 Likes on 2,257 Posts
PFL205.064 with M276.823 (Oil pump solenoid defeated)
Originally Posted by Vczne
I too have this humming / buzzing noise coming from the center console of the car now. Pretty annoying and I'd be extra mad on a new car.

I don't know what triggered it but it just started up out of nowhere after 2 years of ownership. May take it to the dealership but it normally comes and goes...I just drown it out with music when it does occur. If you find out how they fixed it or what they say, can you let me know too?

Thanks!
Are you able to record it for us to hear? To see if we can possibly pinpoint where it may be coming from together.
Old 10-12-2021, 08:04 AM
  #31  
Super Member
 
jhpmbusa's Avatar
 
Join Date: Oct 2017
Posts: 882
Received 110 Likes on 94 Posts
2021 M550i
for some reason i think i have that weird noise but only when i have my phone in the wireless charging pad?
Old 10-12-2021, 08:28 AM
  #32  
Out Of Control!!
 
W205C43PFL's Avatar
 
Join Date: Dec 2019
Location: Yours to Discover
Posts: 13,915
Received 2,654 Likes on 2,257 Posts
PFL205.064 with M276.823 (Oil pump solenoid defeated)
Hmmm, In that case could it just be the sound of the electrical current? It could become a high pitch noise at times too I believe. Unless that buzzing noise is different to everyone else?
Old 10-21-2021, 10:12 AM
  #33  
Senior Member
 
AMGiggity's Avatar
 
Join Date: Apr 2019
Posts: 286
Received 64 Likes on 39 Posts
nothing
Been driving different cars for about 20 years, total of 2 cracked rims and both of them were on this C43. And some of the cars I have owned had harsher suspension. Also want to mention the garbage *** transmission since OP did not. I know I sound like a spoiled douche because 99% of people can only dream about the kind of cars we are able to own but I can't wait to get rid of this piece of junk.
Old 10-21-2021, 10:19 AM
  #34  
Newbie
Thread Starter
 
soporcogitavi's Avatar
 
Join Date: Oct 2021
Posts: 12
Likes: 0
Received 1 Like on 1 Post
2020 C43 AMG
Originally Posted by AMGiggity
Been driving different cars for about 20 years, total of 2 cracked rims and both of them were on this C43. And some of the cars I have owned had harsher suspension. Also want to mention the garbage *** transmission since OP did not. I know I sound like a spoiled douche because 99% of people can only dream about the kind of cars we are able to own but I can't wait to get rid of this piece of junk.
Oh, don't even get me started on the transmission. I just didn't mention it because I have come to take it as being something you have to live with on the c43. It feels like you're on a Disney ride with all the jerkiness.

Thanks for bringing it up.
The following users liked this post:
AMGiggity (10-21-2021)
Old 10-21-2021, 10:37 AM
  #35  
Out Of Control!!
 
W205C43PFL's Avatar
 
Join Date: Dec 2019
Location: Yours to Discover
Posts: 13,915
Received 2,654 Likes on 2,257 Posts
PFL205.064 with M276.823 (Oil pump solenoid defeated)
Originally Posted by AMGiggity
Been driving different cars for about 20 years, total of 2 cracked rims and both of them were on this C43. And some of the cars I have owned had harsher suspension. Also want to mention the garbage *** transmission since OP did not. I know I sound like a spoiled douche because 99% of people can only dream about the kind of cars we are able to own but I can't wait to get rid of this piece of junk.
I totally understand you, after all, a car at this price point is a reward for the hard work in life and therefore shouldn't be a punishment, therefore get what you want : ) On the other hand, the C43 works for me, sure it has its shortcomings but I still love it, no car is perfect after all, hopefully you can get a car you actually like soon.
The following users liked this post:
AMGiggity (10-21-2021)
Old 10-21-2021, 10:53 AM
  #36  
MBWorld Fanatic!
 
places's Avatar
 
Join Date: Oct 2018
Location: Washington DC
Posts: 3,292
Received 1,490 Likes on 983 Posts
No more MB:(
Originally Posted by AMGiggity
Been driving different cars for about 20 years, total of 2 cracked rims and both of them were on this C43. And some of the cars I have owned had harsher suspension. Also want to mention the garbage *** transmission since OP did not. I know I sound like a spoiled douche because 99% of people can only dream about the kind of cars we are able to own but I can't wait to get rid of this piece of junk.
There are too many threads on broken wheels/tires. Not sure if suspension or quality of wheel. Low profile doesn't help but have to wonder if it isn't something else? BMW M's have same issues, anyone?
Old 10-21-2021, 11:06 AM
  #37  
Senior Member
 
AMGiggity's Avatar
 
Join Date: Apr 2019
Posts: 286
Received 64 Likes on 39 Posts
nothing
Originally Posted by soporcogitavi
Oh, don't even get me started on the transmission. I just didn't mention it because I have come to take it as being something you have to live with on the c43. It feels like you're on a Disney ride with all the jerkiness.

Thanks for bringing it up.
it is amazing how at some point we just accept something and learn to deal with it. Yesterday I got the famous dry hump on eco (I know, who the hell drives a C43 on eco).
Old 10-22-2021, 06:35 AM
  #38  
Junior Member
 
PeteC43's Avatar
 
Join Date: Feb 2021
Posts: 15
Received 2 Likes on 2 Posts
C43 W205
Originally Posted by E55Greasemonkey
Sounds like your expectations were too high for a C-class, and not even a real AMG at that.
I'm assuming you're being sarcastic ?
Old 10-22-2021, 06:45 AM
  #39  
Junior Member
 
PeteC43's Avatar
 
Join Date: Feb 2021
Posts: 15
Received 2 Likes on 2 Posts
C43 W205
Originally Posted by places
There are too many threads on broken wheels/tires. Not sure if suspension or quality of wheel. Low profile doesn't help but have to wonder if it isn't something else? BMW M's have same issues, anyone?
I had a 330 with 19 inch M Performance wheels with run flats. 5 years of owning it and hitting some pretty hrd potholes, no wheel issues.

Have had my C43 for 7 months and done barely 1500 miles, and two cracked wheels already
Old 10-24-2021, 06:23 PM
  #40  
MBWorld Fanatic!
iTrader: (1)
 
Cylinder Head's Avatar
 
Join Date: Jul 2006
Location: Seattle
Posts: 6,732
Received 563 Likes on 372 Posts
'19 E63S, ‘16 CLS63 RIP, '09 E63 Gone, '06 M5 Gone, '97 Supra TT Gone
Originally Posted by toosteeley
The build quality of my C63 507 was fantastic. Different generation of c-class, granted, but the build quality of my C43 wagon isn't far off. "Real AMG" or not, I suspect a current gen C63 and C43 would have similar, if not identical build quality.
And that's where you'd be wrong chief.
The following users liked this post:
MrBane (10-24-2021)
Old 10-25-2021, 03:27 PM
  #41  
Senior Member
 
toosteeley's Avatar
 
Join Date: Jun 2017
Location: Toronto
Posts: 447
Received 134 Likes on 97 Posts
Present: 2019 C43 Estate
Originally Posted by Cylinder Head
And that's where you'd be wrong chief.
Suppose I should have clarified that build quality of a C63 vs C43 should be similar if built in GERMANY. There's clearly a difference between german and non-german built cars.

Currently Active Users Viewing This Thread: 1 (0 members and 1 guests)
 


You have already rated this thread Rating: Thread Rating: 0 votes,  average.

Quick Reply: 2020 C43 Sedan - Worst Car I've Ever Owned



All times are GMT -4. The time now is 02:11 PM.