CLK-Class (W208) 1998-2002: CLK 200, CLK 230K, CLK 320, CLK 430 [Coupes & Cabriolets]

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Old 02-07-2002, 10:28 PM
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320 vs 430

I think I made a mistake and purchased a 320 instead of a 430. I know I can upgrade the wheels, tires and skirts and add a performance tune to the engine, but how else is the 430 different than the 320? Is the suspension different, etc?
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byip25 said it all.

Did you test drive the 430?? I am sure your dealer would love to see you come back for an encore.
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320 vs 430

Yes, I'm sure he would love for me to come back....but it may be a while.

In the meantime, is the stock suspension, brakes and other mechanical the same?
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I think the interior is the same, for the exterior, the 430 has an AMG bodykit, 17" AMG wheels, different springs(due to weight), and a larger size of engine. I have a 320 as well, 18" AMG monoblock and I'm getting the RS kit & 19" Carlsson 2/5 Brilliant Edition from EvoSport . To me, it's a waste of money to make the 320 to look like the 430 by installing the 17" wheels and AMG bodykit. Try to find a bodykit you like and different wheels. You can also supercharge the V6 engine to 330hp from Kleemann, which is a lot faster than the stock 430. E-mail ben@evosport.com for further info. I'll be selling my 18" Monoblock soon, drop me an e-mail if you're interested.

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