AMG merc C36 v C43
13 February 2007, 05:23 PM
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AMG merc C36 v C43
Hi all, shocked to see the price of the C36 drop below 5k..... im amazed, basically is it worth going for the C43 over the C36?
Also a cousin used to own a E36 M3 (3.0) which of the AMG listed above is similar in performance to it?
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Moz
Also a cousin used to own a E36 M3 (3.0) which of the AMG listed above is similar in performance to it?
Thanks
Moz
13 February 2007, 08:14 PM
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go to FastSaloons.com - The Premier Web Site for Fast Saloons and Sedans and press 'compare & race' then select the c36 and c43 to compare. You can then see their technical info together.
13 February 2007, 11:00 PM
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Apparently there is a big problem with the gearbox on the C36 as it is an AMG item not a Merc item and prone to failure and very expensive. Also the wiring can be problematic on the C36.
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15 February 2007, 10:44 AM
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Also, its just about to hit 80,000 miles, probably on my way home tonight, but the thing feels very very solid with hardly a rattle or squeak. Remember these were £ 50k + cars when new and whilst purchase price may be affordable, some parts costs are expensive. Buy a cherished car and you should be all right, these were before Mercedes build quality went down the toilet.
15 February 2007, 10:54 AM
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they had a feature on all the old skool amg's in a mag i read a little while ago...the c36 was made to compete with the m3 but lost out...then the c43 came along and i think it did well against a m3 e36 (not evo)
but then again only 308bhp from a heavy 4.3 v8...youd think they were american
but then again only 308bhp from a heavy 4.3 v8...youd think they were american
15 February 2007, 11:37 AM
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yes, but its effortless performance, and hardly stressed. Engines a peach. Soundtracks good as well, with windows open. Shame no tunnels near me to try it out in 
15 February 2007, 12:05 PM
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My cousin had an m3 e36 3.0 for nearly 2 years and it didnt miss a beat only changed oil etc and 1 light bulb! Love to get one as im dead bored with my toy and ive just bought a house and another 4k spent wouldnt hurt lol
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