Customization thoughts for my C43 coupe

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Oct 28, 2025 | 06:54 PM
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I wanted to get some advice regarding some customization ideas I have for my newly acquired coupe. I would love honest feedback and for someone to talk me out of all this.

1. Paint the “”white/off grey””calipers red with AMG logo for the back brakes. Cost would be $500. Does this void my warranty I still have?

2. Change the OEM wheels to a 20 inch aftermarket set. This is purely for looks but I am concerned about the ride becoming too stiff.

3. Add to my Burmeister system by getting a 10 inch or 12 inch sub with a mono block amp. Thinking of adding a little more bass to it but then again the sound system does sound really good already.

I posted a pic of my car and the brake caliper option below for reference.



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Oct 28, 2025 | 07:41 PM
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Red finish will likely not void your warranty, though if you have a problem with a caliber they may say the person who worked on it messed it up. No reason not to call a service advisor and ask. If it were me at my age I would take ride comfort any day. Live with what you have for awhile to see how it sits with you. Maybe you can find a car with that size wheel and tire to demo. Looks good in white!
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Oct 28, 2025 | 08:07 PM
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Quote: Red finish will likely not void your warranty, though if you have a problem with a caliber they may say the person who worked on it messed it up. No reason not to call a service advisor and ask. If it were me at my age I would take ride comfort any day. Live with what you have for awhile to see how it sits with you. Maybe you can find a car with that size wheel and tire to demo. Looks good in white!
Thank you for advice.
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Oct 30, 2025 | 08:16 AM
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I agree with the caliper color change.
For the wheels, I would assume you are going to get rid of the runflats, does the car have them now with 19's? If so, then i dont see the ride getting worse going with 20s and soft sidewall tires.
Ive done the subs/amp/system in the past cars, I listen to just turbo noises now lol. Money is better spent on an intake IMO.
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