Maxima or Benz C36 AMG
05-24-2002, 01:06 AM
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Maxima or Benz C36 AMG
I really like the AMG C Class's, and it's been on my mind a lot lately to possibly think of parting/selling my Maxima for a C36. Although I don't think I could ever really do it, my Maxima is such a great car, so fast, so fun, so many heads turn, there's something about the C36 that draws me.
I'm not in the financial situation to even contemplate doing it anytime soon, but I was just curious what you guys thought.
For those who don't know the C36 is an inline 6 3.6 liter that puts out 276 HP. It's RWD off the standard C-Class chassis, with lots of AMG styling enhancements. It runs a 14.0-14.4 second 1/4 mile out of an automatic. On the used market they're running about 20-24K right now for a 95-97.
I'm not in the financial situation to even contemplate doing it anytime soon, but I was just curious what you guys thought.
For those who don't know the C36 is an inline 6 3.6 liter that puts out 276 HP. It's RWD off the standard C-Class chassis, with lots of AMG styling enhancements. It runs a 14.0-14.4 second 1/4 mile out of an automatic. On the used market they're running about 20-24K right now for a 95-97.
05-24-2002, 01:09 AM
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Re: Maxima or Benz C36 AMG
Originally posted by BrianV
I really like the AMG C Class's, and it's been on my mind a lot lately to possibly think of parting/selling my Maxima for a C36. Although I don't think I could ever really do it, my Maxima is such a great car, so fast, so fun, so many heads turn, there's something about the C36 that draws me.
I'm not in the financial situation to even contemplate doing it anytime soon, but I was just curious what you guys thought.
For those who don't know the C36 is an inline 6 3.6 liter that puts out 276 HP. It's RWD off the standard C-Class chassis, with lots of AMG styling enhancements. It runs a 14.0-14.4 second 1/4 mile out of an automatic. On the used market they're running about 20-24K right now for a 95-97.
I really like the AMG C Class's, and it's been on my mind a lot lately to possibly think of parting/selling my Maxima for a C36. Although I don't think I could ever really do it, my Maxima is such a great car, so fast, so fun, so many heads turn, there's something about the C36 that draws me.
I'm not in the financial situation to even contemplate doing it anytime soon, but I was just curious what you guys thought.
For those who don't know the C36 is an inline 6 3.6 liter that puts out 276 HP. It's RWD off the standard C-Class chassis, with lots of AMG styling enhancements. It runs a 14.0-14.4 second 1/4 mile out of an automatic. On the used market they're running about 20-24K right now for a 95-97.
C36 or Maxima --> Maxima
C43 or Maxima --> C43 hands down
05-24-2002, 02:35 AM
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Dude, I'm all about German cars also, but you know the maintenance on that car would be a BI*CH!!!! Also I'd say the reliablility would be absolutely awful in comparison to the Max. But it's a Benz...
......... RWD..........German driving dynamics
And look at the C43 if it's not too much more expensive.
......... RWD..........German driving dynamics And look at the C43 if it's not too much more expensive.
05-24-2002, 11:24 AM
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Well the C43 costs a lot more because they came out in 98, and the beauty of the 36 is it basically looks the same, and it's just as fast. It's only 10-15 HP less, and suffers a .1 second disadvantage in the 1/4 mile. Thus, paying an extra 15-20K for the 43 is obsurd.
Also, as far as reliability, Benz engines are some of the most reliable engines on the road. The electrical crap and interior lights, etc is where the problems are. My Maxima, being supercharged and all isn't as reliable as it used to be, so I don't think you can say one is more reliable than the other.
Also, as far as reliability, Benz engines are some of the most reliable engines on the road. The electrical crap and interior lights, etc is where the problems are. My Maxima, being supercharged and all isn't as reliable as it used to be, so I don't think you can say one is more reliable than the other.
05-24-2002, 11:28 AM
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Re: Re: Maxima or Benz C36 AMG
Originally posted by MaxedBandit
What's the price for the C36? You might just be looking at an extra couple of grand for the C43 which is much better.
C36 or Maxima --> Maxima
C43 or Maxima --> C43 hands down
What's the price for the C36? You might just be looking at an extra couple of grand for the C43 which is much better.
C36 or Maxima --> Maxima
C43 or Maxima --> C43 hands down
05-24-2002, 12:31 PM
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I don't know about the price that you could get for it, but it would all depend on whether it would go to a max enthusiast, or some common buyer or dealership, because then they wouldn't pay more for the mods...but add my vote for the AMG C36
05-24-2002, 03:59 PM
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Re: Maxima or Benz C36 AMG
Originally posted by BrianV
I'm not in the financial situation to even contemplate doing it anytime soon, but I was just curious what you guys thought.
I'm not in the financial situation to even contemplate doing it anytime soon, but I was just curious what you guys thought.
Albert
05-24-2002, 07:00 PM
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Well I'll seriously consider it, but only if I could find a nice maxima enthusiast to take my car as is.
Please NO ONE IM me about parting out my car, I absolutely will NOT part it out, it's not worth the time to me, and I hate getting emails unless they're important, and since I don't want to part it out I consider it junk mail.
Please NO ONE IM me about parting out my car, I absolutely will NOT part it out, it's not worth the time to me, and I hate getting emails unless they're important, and since I don't want to part it out I consider it junk mail.
05-24-2002, 09:38 PM
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go with the benz.
and for those who complain that maintenance of german cars is a 'b-tch' i have a german car (not for long) and it's nothing that special to maintain. only now in it's 7th year do i have to replace something. so there.. 1995-1999 owner 1, changed nothing. 1999-2001 me, changed nothing. 2002-2002 GAAAH.. brakes + bearings + wipers etc. but nothing elecrical etc gone bad. engine either.. tranny too (stick).
and for those who complain that maintenance of german cars is a 'b-tch' i have a german car (not for long) and it's nothing that special to maintain. only now in it's 7th year do i have to replace something. so there.. 1995-1999 owner 1, changed nothing. 1999-2001 me, changed nothing. 2002-2002 GAAAH.. brakes + bearings + wipers etc. but nothing elecrical etc gone bad. engine either.. tranny too (stick).
05-24-2002, 10:21 PM
#19
Hmm...Brian...those 
thoughts again
If you want my opinion though, get a 97 540i 6-speed. 0-60 in 5.3 and 14.0 or less 1/4 miles time plus it's way more luxurious than the C-class. You can purchase a 97/98 540i for VERY low 20's these days. Hell, I would even consider one if I didn't have my LS. Handling wise, Bimmer destroys the AMG (0.89g skidpad stock for sport package)
thoughts again If you want my opinion though, get a 97 540i 6-speed. 0-60 in 5.3 and 14.0 or less 1/4 miles time plus it's way more luxurious than the C-class. You can purchase a 97/98 540i for VERY low 20's these days. Hell, I would even consider one if I didn't have my LS. Handling wise, Bimmer destroys the AMG (0.89g skidpad stock for sport package)
05-25-2002, 01:48 AM
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The next car I want is a early 90's benz fully tuned by Renntech with at least over 350hp
. Last year there was a mint renntech benz(about 36K mile on it) I think a 90 with a 5 speed and over 300hp that went for 18k and not long ago another fully tuned auto Renntech benz with complete comp stereo system,TV, VCR, fridge ect... went for 16K If only I waited a little longer before buying my max
One day I will have a Renntech 
. Last year there was a mint renntech benz(about 36K mile on it) I think a 90 with a 5 speed and over 300hp that went for 18k and not long ago another fully tuned auto Renntech benz with complete comp stereo system,TV, VCR, fridge ect... went for 16K If only I waited a little longer before buying my max One day I will have a Renntech
05-25-2002, 06:21 AM
#22
Originally posted by BrianV
Yeah but what could I get for my car AS IS
Yeah but what could I get for my car AS IS
-Cyrus
05-25-2002, 12:03 PM
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Originally posted by Vyrus
I don't think you'd get very much because there are only a handful of people out there that are willing to buy a heavily modified car and replace the engine. I know you keep your car in excellent condition, but telling them your blew your engine with a S/C is going to make them immediatley think "abuse". So you would have to keep it until someone who is really interested in rebuilds and hardcore performance is willing to buy that. Who knows how long that will be.
-Cyrus
I don't think you'd get very much because there are only a handful of people out there that are willing to buy a heavily modified car and replace the engine. I know you keep your car in excellent condition, but telling them your blew your engine with a S/C is going to make them immediatley think "abuse". So you would have to keep it until someone who is really interested in rebuilds and hardcore performance is willing to buy that. Who knows how long that will be.
-Cyrus
05-25-2002, 11:10 PM
#24
Originally posted by BrianV
Well the C43 costs a lot more because they came out in 98, and the beauty of the 36 is it basically looks the same, and it's just as fast. It's only 10-15 HP less, and suffers a .1 second disadvantage in the 1/4 mile. Thus, paying an extra 15-20K for the 43 is obsurd.
Well the C43 costs a lot more because they came out in 98, and the beauty of the 36 is it basically looks the same, and it's just as fast. It's only 10-15 HP less, and suffers a .1 second disadvantage in the 1/4 mile. Thus, paying an extra 15-20K for the 43 is obsurd.
3.6 V6
Vs
4.3 V8
Only 15 HP difference?
Erik
05-26-2002, 08:18 AM
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Originally posted by Vyrus
I don't think you'd get very much because there are only a handful of people out there that are willing to buy a heavily modified car and replace the engine. I know you keep your car in excellent condition, but telling them your blew your engine with a S/C is going to make them immediatley think "abuse". So you would have to keep it until someone who is really interested in rebuilds and hardcore performance is willing to buy that. Who knows how long that will be.
-Cyrus
I don't think you'd get very much because there are only a handful of people out there that are willing to buy a heavily modified car and replace the engine. I know you keep your car in excellent condition, but telling them your blew your engine with a S/C is going to make them immediatley think "abuse". So you would have to keep it until someone who is really interested in rebuilds and hardcore performance is willing to buy that. Who knows how long that will be.
-Cyrus
he didnt sell the 2002 afterall. goodluck, Hall
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