As promised all of you awesome guys get 1st dibbs. This weekend I'll post on eBay and
Craigs if needed. Im deeply saddened by my decision, I had such a great day with the car
yesterday through the corkscrew roads of Moraga. No music, just me the growl and the road.
Oh yeah my wife too, she loves taking scenic drives with me. - So here we go. Keep in mind
email or text is the best way to reach me. I'm open to discussing shipping. I searched for
4 months for this exact car. I have written up a very detailed review so that out of towners
have a great idea of what to expect. Please ask away with any other questions.
This is a Turn Key and Drive car.

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1998 C43 AMG Silver Arrow W202
Only 97,800 Miles
Silver 9/10
Two Tone Piano Interior 9.5/10
Two Tone Steering Wheel 9/10
3rd Owner
Clean California Title and Smog Cert in Hand.

1st owner sold the car with 58,000 miles in 2005
(short commute car)
2nd owner sold the car to me with 96,000 miles
(weekend car, 1 year later a kid and car sat, a lot)
Both p.o orthopedic surgeons whom worked together up Sacramento Area.

Everything Works
Fully Loaded
Self Leveling Bi Xenon Headlights
Heated and Pneumatic Seats Work =)
Headlight wipers work
LCD Display works
All vents and controls work
Clock works
Radio and CD Changer works
Cassette Player works
All pixels in perfect working order.
Both previous Owners were NON Smokers with No Pets
No leaks, no drips no bull***t

$5400 in recent work done using only genuine mbz parts
from dealer and at the dealer. (I paid $4100)

250 point pre purchase inspection was done 6 weeks ago
and every single item was addressed. Paperwork on hand.

Every single part was ordered from WC Mercedes Benz and Genuine Parts.

Air Conditioning Flush and Refill and Replaced 1 Vacuum Hose.
Air Cabin Filter
Coolant Flush and Refill
Brake Fluid, Flush, Bleed and Refill (twice)
Fresh Oil Change, Filter
16 Spark Plugs
Fuel Filter
3 New Genuine MBZ Engine Mounts
Both Side Lower Control Arms
Both Sides control Arm Bushings
Both Side Lower Ball Joints
Both Intake Air Filters
Crank Shaft Position Sensor
Reseal Both Valve Covers and Breathers
Transmission Service and Kit
New Drive Belt
Power Steering Resevoir Reseal
New Coolant Temp Sensor
New Front Spring Pads #2 (have original #5)
New Rear Spring Pads #4 (have original #3)
4 Wheel Laser Alignment, Road Force Balancing, Nitrogen Filled.

Personal Touches -
2 Phillips 6K Xenon Bulbs (brighter than stock 4k) ($120)
L.E.D Licence Plate Bulbs ($30)
New OEM Trunk Lip Spoiler - Perfect Paint Match - Dealer Installed (i paid $200)
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18x8 W211 ET31 Front Monoblock E55 AMG w.Newer Continental 225/40/18
18x9 W211 ET35 Rears Monoblock E55 AMG w.Newer Continental 255/35/18
(I paid $900) - I have genuine AMG Monoblock 17s non staggered winter set.

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Previous work performed -

Routine oil changes
2 Transmission services
New Drive Belt @85K (genuine)
New Water Pump @85K (genuine)
Fuel Pump @60K (p.o stated it made a humming sound)
Eibach Pro Kit (installed @ 70K)
Bilstien Sport Shocks 4 Corners (installed @ 70K)
Brakes and Rotors Replaced @ 70K
2 Front Window Regulators
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Story -

When I bought the car, it was in great shape just needed some TLC.
I drove it straight to the Walnut Creek Mercedes dealership and it was there
for 2 weeks getting everything dialed in per the the purchase inspection.
I never cut corners on my cars, I consider myself an enthusiast and love
a well driven, well maintained Mercedes.

After I got the car back I have put just about 800 miles on the car on weekend
trips up and down the coast and to Napa , St. Helena, Carmel and my favorite 17 Mile drive.
The car rides so very well, very smooth no bouncy or clunky sounds, no interior rattles or squeaks,.
I rarely even turn on the radio because it just so nice and calm to listen.

I have the original owners manual, service books, radio code and my personal favorite -
The Original Window Sticker !!

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Looks and Feel -

I then had the exterior fully detailed, 3 times, yes 3 times. Thats clay bar, clear coat conditioned
hand polished every time. I had this done back to back within one week. The paint is butter soft
and smooth, No imperfections in the paint at all. Few rock chips have been meticulously touched
up with computerized matching paint.

Interior is Über clean and no rips tears or major cracks. The interior has been treated and conditioned
yet needs the ivory color to be cleaned one more time and treated. Its a layering process, same as exterior.
Floor mats look great and the piping is still white.

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DIY very minor improvements -

Headliner is very clean , but has a slight sag in the rear section around the lamp. Have not
had this addressed yet most likely because I can not see it unless I look for it. The common sunroof shade
is sagging as well, but again as picky as I am and crucial as I see these items to be I just visually don't
see them while driving and have not addressed them yet.

Drive side view mirror, the mirror itself has darkened. Still visible, still works etc but the mirror has a darker
shade. Not sure if this is due to age or if its supposed to be like this.

Few minor door dings areas. My plan is to have them repaired by a painless dent removal professional asap.

Both front fog lights are cracked. They work just fine, but cracked and the pass side fog light is off its hangar.

Shift *** logo, missing.

Cup holder, works and operates, but secondary cup holder that slides out when you push the button has lost the
lower piece and I can't find it. Holds one cup just fine, but with this car do you really want to sip coffee in it?
Or do you want to own the road with 2 hands on the Ivory.

Asking Price $10,800 obo open to offers just please be reasonable I dont want to lose too much, its a rare car,
very well kept, and 100% maintained by the dealer. Clean lines and clean interior.
e. MPOW33R(at)gmail(dot)com
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Please request any specific photos as well.
https://www.flickr.com/photos/sfmome...7650598904435/

Taken Feb 25th

Taken March 1st

Taken March 2nd

Taken Feb 25th before trunk lip spolier was put on.

Taken March 3rd in San Francisco

 

Beautiful Car and detailed write up, GLWS!

 

THANK YOU!!!

 

if I'm in the market for one, this would be it! nothing gets better than a Calinornia-bred Original AMG, wow!

 

Thank You !! I'm taking best offers

 

What is your asking price?

 

As listed asking $10,800 or best reasonable offer - PM me for more info. Thank you

 

absolutely love the 202 and miss mine terribly - all it needs is a 55 swap and then it would perfect

i know this will sell fast-

 

Thank you !! Ahhh you're killin me with the 55 swap ha I have been racking my brain against the wall that idea - somebody hurry and buy this or I just might!!

 

Hoping a forum member will pick this up soon !!

Going to advertise eBay and CL on Saturday

Make an offer through PM or my email listed in ad.

 

my buddy who is a tech did a 55NA swap - that thing sounded amazing!

looked just liked yours - he is located in Fremont - he too was selling, but was having a real hard time selling it -

 

Ya I can agree , I probably wouldn't buy a swapped motor car either but I would do it to my own car

I just listed 3 days ago, I don't expect someone to chase me down yesterday, but throwing my car out there with hopes of a quick sell. Just have no room for it so it's going to my parents garage until sold to keep mileage under 100,

 

Beautiful car and GLWS. Marriage and kids will do that to the collection

 

Lovely car!

 

Thank You Fellas !!

 

Ive been off the radar past 10 days -
few leads thus far, posting this weekend on marketing sites.

Dropped the price , and keeping the stocks 17's (not shown)

$9500 obo of course

 

BUMP

 

Just posted my ad again on Craigslist, someone keeps flagging me.

$8900 CASH IM OFF TILL TUESDAY AND AVAILABLE

 

Can you please post VIN?
Thanks.

 

yes I will - I will be home at right about 7 o'clock - i'll post here on the same thread and or send me a PM I can send it to you individually as well if it makes any difference

 

Update -

Car is sold to an awesome guy locally huge enthusiast and we made a great deal that we're both happy with.

Thanks for all the inquires and thumbs up on my car, it's gonna be missed for sure -

You'll find me on the W211 E63 forums really soon!!

 

Congrats to both buyer & seller. Good for you on upcoming E63.
Lastly, major kudos for posting a great, detailed ad! That's how a car is sold, folks!!

 

Congrats...bummer I missed it, especially since I'm in Lamorinda area...where's pix of your new car? My E63 has been terrific
Patrick