This C-Class “cab in a sports suit” from AMG is probably a dying breed.
V8 power in a discreet C-Class look.
– First delivery 05/1998 in the NDL Stuttgart
– Painted in elegant brilliant silver (744U)
– Condor Exclusive AMG leather (580A)
– Parktronic (PTS)
– Rain sensor
– Adjustable steering column
– Electric rear roller blind
– Alarm system
– Xenon headlights
– sound system
– Service booklet available
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The Mercedes C43 AMG is a sporty model of the C-Class. The C-Class itself was first introduced in 1993 and has since developed into one of the most successful model series from Mercedes-Benz. The AMG versions are particularly popular and stand for performance and sporty driving. The C43 AMG was first introduced in 1997 as part of the first generation of the C-Class (W202). It was one of the first models to bring the AMG performance philosophy to the C-Class and represented a bridge between the standard C-Class and the more powerful AMG models. The first C43 AMG was equipped with a 4.3-liter V8 engine. This enabled impressive acceleration and sporty handling, which was remarkable for the time. With the introduction of the second generation C-Class (W203) in 2000, the C43 AMG was replaced by the C55 AMG, which had an even more powerful 5.4-liter V8 engine. However, the C43 AMG remained an important part of AMG history and was considered by many to be one of the best combinations of everyday usability and sporty performance.
In 2016, the C43 AMG was revived as part of the new C-Class (W205). This version was equipped with a 3.0-liter V6 biturbo engine that produced around 367 hp. This new edition combined modern technology with AMG’s sporty heritage and offered impressive performance and agile handling. The C43 AMG models are known for their high-quality equipment, sporty accents and the latest technologies, including advanced infotainment systems and driving assistance systems.
Overall, the Mercedes C43 AMG represents a successful combination of sporty performance, comfort and suitability for everyday use and has earned a firm place in the AMG family over the years.