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Hello all,
It looks like it's time to move on to a new project. At first I was thinking of the S560 since it's price very nicely for such a car however in the end I am finding the E53 AMG a sexy replacement for my current C-Class.
As I am one of the first to have this C-Class model and had to deal with multiple issue, I would like to hear some of the issue that people have had to deal with while owning an 2020-2022 E53 AMG.
I have already seen in the form regarding a recall for the transmission wiring hardness fire related issue, I have heard about wind noise and also some creaking but I'm not really worried about those things.
Please write below what you have been through with your E53 AMG.
Hello all,
It looks like it's time to move on to a new project. At first I was thinking of the S560 since it's price very nicely for such a car however in the end I am finding the E53 AMG a sexy replacement for my current C-Class.
As I am one of the first to have this C-Class model and had to deal with multiple issue, I would like to hear some of the issue that people have had to deal with while owning an 2020-2022 E53 AMG.
I have already seen in the form regarding a recall for the transmission wiring hardness fire related issue, I have heard about wind noise and also some creaking but I'm not really worried about those things.
Please write below what you have been through with your E53 AMG.
Sounds like an upgrade! As much as I like my C 43, the E 53 is definitely an upgrade at least creature comforts wise.
The main issue with the W213 E 53 would be a fire risk that is addressed by a recall, M256 although not as reliable as M276 has been way more reliable than the MB's four cylinders from experience with friends here in the GTA.
I have a 2022 E53, besides a recall, the only trouble I've had was right hand cameras sporadically would stop working. A software update at the dealership fixed the issue.
Also the 20 inch rims with Pirelli runflats make the ride a bit hard, and the sounds when hitting bumps unbecoming of an e-class.
To be fair that is not isolated to an E 53. I literally had a family member's E 450 coupe do the exact same thing.
The OP is shopping the e53, seemed reasonable and fair. You commented in those threads as I see too. Seemed like the owners of the chirping e53's were frustrated
i just posted a link. Hopefully Benz corrects your family members issue too, sounds terrible for a car of this caliber
Leaking cps and solenoids affects m278 and m157 among others but it's something an e63 buyer should look out for.
Last edited by PeterUbers; Jul 23, 2024 at 06:36 PM.
OP, if you don't need four doors I actually recommend looking at the CLE 53, that is what I am considering right now as well.
If you want to stick with the tried and true M276 yet get the upgrade to an E class, don't have to deal with potential 48V issues, you could always consider a used W213 E 43 sedan. Forum member Keith66 has one and loves it. https://mbworld.org/forums/c-class-w...ml#post8756078
Just realized you made the decision, the C 450/ C 43 is good but the E 53 is a different beast. congrats on the E 53 and I hope you enjoy in good health.
Thanks you some much.
I had to replace the Turbo under warranty which would have cost me $7500 if I didn't have warranty on the car.
This is my first White car and I'm not seeing allot of mods for the E53.
Thanks you some much.
I had to replace the Turbo under warranty which would have cost me $7500 if I didn't have warranty on the car.
This is my first White car and I'm not seeing allot of mods for the E53.
The colour makes the lines pop, great choice.
I see, that sounds pretty premature for the turbo to blow at that mileage.
Thanks you some much.
I had to replace the Turbo under warranty which would have cost me $7500 if I didn't have warranty on the car.
This is my first White car and I'm not seeing allot of mods for the E53.
Congrats on your new ride!
Yeah, not much performance mods unless you go extreme with Spool's rotated turbo setup, intake setup wise not many as well and super expensive (in my opinion).
Frankly, I had initial worries about the 48v at first, but so far so good on my CLS.
Last edited by dagger22; Sep 26, 2024 at 11:58 AM.
i would also remember that the forums are a FRACTION of the owners out there.
The negative posts will garner more engagement than a positive one (ie, yep my car works no issues vs this car has issues, getting error code P01XX, HALP!!!)
So do your own research and make an informed decision.
On the 48v front. We have a 2020 CLS450 with zero issue (Mechanically, electrically etc).
About the only things is tires but that is about it.
Hey @Cosworth2000 I have '21 E53 wagon, based in Vaughan. Car has been solid from day one. Correct, not many mods around for this car, downpipe and that's about it.... Happy to hep should you need some advice!
Hey @Cosworth2000 I have '21 E53 wagon, based in Vaughan. Car has been solid from day one. Correct, not many mods around for this car, downpipe and that's about it.... Happy to hep should you need some advice!
Honestly the E 53 is more than enough power and with the EQ boost from the mild hybrid, the supercharger and the turbo charger it really helps. not surprised not much people tune it. Hi there fellow GTAer : )
So last weekend I took my car to the track to see how this AMG handles.. Want I found is that the weight of the car makes it an big issue however I have found out that the car sounds more aggressive when you are pushing it on the track. I'm not race driver but I did go into a C63 on the same track and you can tell by the way the car hands, the lower weight made a big difference.
Also when I pushed the car, I noticed all the power going to the rear and I could feel the rear moving outwards even with the tracking control on. This car is really heavy and you can really feel the weight on the sharp turns. Mods are really lacking but I'm looking to just make my car different from any other that I see out there, just like I did with my C-Class.
As per the turbo, it's was replaced because I noticed a metal ticking sound. They found out that it was the wastegate which was faulty and changing the turbo was the only way to fit this issue. The good thing about this is that I now have a new turbo in my used car...lol
So last weekend I took my car to the track to see how this AMG handles.. Want I found is that the weight of the car makes it an big issue however I have found out that the car sounds more aggressive when you are pushing it on the track. I'm not race driver but I did go into a C63 on the same track and you can tell by the way the car hands, the lower weight made a big difference.
Also when I pushed the car, I noticed all the power going to the rear and I could feel the rear moving outwards even with the tracking control on. This car is really heavy and you can really feel the weight on the sharp turns. Mods are really lacking but I'm looking to just make my car different from any other that I see out there, just like I did with my C-Class.
As per the turbo, it's was replaced because I noticed a metal ticking sound. They found out that it was the wastegate which was faulty and changing the turbo was the only way to fit this issue. The good thing about this is that I now have a new turbo in my used car...lol
I see, sounds like you got a chance to stretch its legs! Good stuff : )
Will you being doing the oil pump solenoid mod or leaving it stock for now?
I see, sounds like you got a chance to stretch its legs! Good stuff : )
Will you being doing the oil pump solenoid mod or leaving it stock for now?
Sorry I never thought of this. I'm going to look it up to see what this does. I have already mod the engine with the Lorinser plug and go which was not very easy to install on the back of the engine.
The mod raises the power from 429hp to 520hp. My car now shows E53 AMG Lorinser.
I have already put a carbon fiber rear wing and will add more cracking and pops later.
Last edited by Cosworth2000; Jan 10, 2025 at 11:37 AM.
I'm not sure.. I have always trusted Lorinser because they are located in Germany, they are MB branded now and not just a Tuner company on the side. If you lived where a Lorinser MB dealership was, you could order your car and in the same dealership, mod it with Lorinser mods. I have never used JB4 but I have not heard anything bad about them. I just preferred the Lorinser, again, the product looks high quality plus they test the mods on actual Benz in their own tuner shops.
Thanks you some much.
I had to replace the Turbo under warranty which would have cost me $7500 if I didn't have warranty on the car.
This is my first White car and I'm not seeing allot of mods for the E53.
Sorry I never thought of this. I'm going to look it up to see what this does. I have already mod the engine with the Lorinser plug and go which was not very easy to install on the back of the engine.
The mod raises the power from 429hp to 520hp. My car now shows E53 AMG Lorinser.
I have already put a carbon fiber rear wing and will add more cracking and pops later.
Sorry I never thought of this. I'm going to look it up to see what this does. I have already mod the engine with the Lorinser plug and go which was not very easy to install on the back of the engine.
The mod raises the power from 429hp to 520hp. My car now shows E53 AMG Lorinser.
I have already put a carbon fiber rear wing and will add more cracking and pops later.
here are additional simple mods if you are keen to embark on.
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