This 1999 Mercedes-Benz C43 AMG is one of just 546 examples produced for the US market that year and shows just under 148k miles. This W202 AMG sedan remains unmodified from new and was purchased by the selling dealer in 2023. It is finished in Obsidian Black Metallic (197) over Black AMG Exclusive Leather (581) interior, and power comes from a 4.3-liter V8 paired with a five-speed automatic transmission. Equipment includes heated and 10-way power-adjustable sport seats, 17” AMG Monoblock wheels, halogen headlamps with bumper-integrated fog lamps, rain-sensing wipers, heated windscreen washer system, and a glass sunroof. Recent services within the last month include an oil service, new engine and transmission mounts, and new valve cover gaskets. The included Carfax report lists an additional 20 service records for the car. This C43 is now offered by the selling dealer with one factory key, manufacturer’s literature, recent service records, a clean Carfax report, and a clean Illinois title.
The exterior is finished in Obsidian Black Metallic (197) and features a sculpted AMG body kit with more aggressive styling on the front bumper, side skirts and rear apron. Additional features included halogen headlights, fog lights, rain-sensing wipers, twin chrome exhaust outlets, and a power tilting and sliding sunroof. The included Carfax report shows a clean history with light rock chips noted by the seller on the nose of the car and up the driver’s side doors and quarter panel.
Factory staggered 17” AMG Monoblock wheels are finished in silver with machined lips and remain in good condition with some curb rash shown on the rear wheels. The wheels are wrapped in Firestone tires measuring 225/45 up front and Bridgestone snow tires out back measuring 245/40.
The interior is trimmed in Black AMG Exclusive Leather (581) with a matching steering wheel and door panels. Burl walnut trim accents the dashboard, doors, and center console with some fading and stress marks on the center console and shift surround. Amenities include power-adjustable and heated front seats, automatic climate control, auto-dimming mirrors, and a Bose stereo system featuring the original Becker head unit. The front driver’s seat shows some creasing and the footwells show all-weather floor mats.
White AMG instrument dials include a 160-mph speedometer and a 7k-rpm tachometer along with gauges for temperature and fuel level. Digital readouts display the time and outside temperature while the digital odometer shows 148k original miles.
The AMG-tuned 4.3-liter M113 V8 was factory rated at 302 horsepower and 302 lb-ft of torque. Power is sent to the rear wheels through a five-speed automatic transmission. Recent services within the last month include an oil service, new engine and transmission mounts, and new valve cover gaskets. The included Carfax report lists an additional 20 service records for the car.
This C43 is now offered by the selling dealer with one key, manufacturer’s literature, recent service records, a clean Carfax report showing linear mileage updates, and a clean Illinois title.
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15 Comments
Congrats to the buyer and seller. I almost jumped in last minute. Looks like a clean example at a fair price.
Can we get like 5-7k more out of this so I can justify a nice repaint on mine, please?
$10,300 bid placed by @masinos65
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$6,950 bid placed by @Ramrattan
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Photos of the underside have been uploaded.
Is there any pics of the undercarriage that can beadded?
$5,950 bid placed by @Ramrattan
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$5,200 bid placed by @MarcK
I wouldn't ever bid on a rust belt car that doesn't provide underside photos. Please take a few photos under the car, with a special focus on the fenders, wheelwells, and trunk floor.
whoever buys this, make sure to reprogram/reset the TCU via the process discussed in this thread. https://mbworld.org/forums/c36-amg-c43-amg-w202/345523-ecu-reset-wow.html
Are there any major services typically advised at this mileage age.? Timing components etc?
$4,950 bid placed by @Ramrattan
These are a blast to drive! German version of an American musclecar -- big engine in a small car -- but the whole package here,with handling and braking to match the straight line fun. I'm going to hang on to mine.
$4,700 bid placed by @j0oankim
Comes with 2 master keys and valet key
@Static50 Tires brand new. AC compressor and expansion valve brand new. All fluids just changed. As well valve cover gaskets, engine mounts Belts.Headliner.
@Alexpapazian Coming later today
$4,450 bid placed by @Ramrattan
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Any undercarriage photos?
$1,000 bid placed by @Alexpapazian
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$500 bid placed by @Static50
Agree about underside pictures. Paint on roof? Tire dates? Not that many fluid changes listed. What works and doesn’t work, particularly air conditioner. Thanks for your upcoming introduction!
Northern car - underside pictures?
$250 bid placed by @mercedesmike
I've had two of these. Great cars. GLWA.