gwng8

apologies if this has been discussed but a seach didn't find what I was looking for

Looking to get into a GT, and pondering the GTS or GTC. Just a couple questions about the rear wheel steering of the GTC

Is rear wheel steering standard or optional (I'm going to be in the 2018-2019 year)

are there issues with the rear wheel steering? I've never seen a rear wheel steer car in person, but I assume there are similar parts to a front wheel steer assembly, and these parts will naturally require replacement. To me the draw of the GTC is the engine and wider rear end, the rear steering is not important i'd hate for it to become an annoyance if its causing issues or becomes another part to fix...

and just a bit iff topic I Understand the engine is a bit different, is it simplay the GTC getting bigger turbos?

GTConn

This thread should help answer some of your questions :

https://mbworld.org/forums/coupe-roa...-inside-2.html

As to the rear wheel steering, I believe it was standard on the GTC's. I quite like it and hadn't considered the repair cost when I purchased my GTC. RAS is just one of many potentially expensive repairs this vehicle could need.

3rd party warranties seem to be controversial to some, but on a car like this, I'd say it's worth the cost as one large repair could pay for itself.

sjp3003

Standard on C. I have had no mechanical issues at all on my ‘19 C Roadster, including the rear steering. The rear steering enhances driving on twisty roads for me and is an option I’m glad I have. I mostly use the car to drive through mountain passes to our weekend home on the beach and it is fantastic for that. One thing I did find essential for me due to many speed bumps and urban dips at intersections here was to add a front end lift.

Good luck with your search!

Steve

gwng8

thanks everyone.

Surge

I have a 2019 GTC. Ensure you get the Dynamic Engine and Transmission mounts. That was optional in some markets. You can tell if the car has it if the rpm and speed dials have orange markings.

Back to RWS: it’s great! Have not heard of any issues. It’s two electric actuators, one at each rear wheel. They look easy to access and not expensive to replace.

vs. The GT/GTS, the GTC shares the larger turbos and the transmission gear ratios of the GTR.

gwng8

i will look for that option thanks
sound like its not an iuuse, which is good....

GTConn

It's a standard option on the GTC's in the US

pilota1

Steve
please send info on your front end lift

Surge

I have no issues with the front end being too low. My driveway is steep - I have hit the front bottom of the bumper on a C class but not with the GTC! If you go slow speed bumps have not been an issue either.

I would rather not mess with the front suspension by adding what must be aftermarket air bladders. But that’s just me.

sjp3003

Here I lightly scraped both the front and just in front of the rear wheels on ramps, urban intersections with gulleys designed for water to flow during heavy rains and tall speed bumps.

After installing the HK lift I have had one brush at the rear. The HK kit is german high quality, designed for our cars and has caused no change in handling. I just ordered a 911 and it includes a lift as well...this is required around here. My former (just sold) Shelby Cobra used to scrape too.
https://www.vividracing.com/hls-fron...151470026.html