One to Buy: 47,000 mile 2 owner 1999 Mercedes-Benz C 43 AMG
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Four years after the straight six-powered C-class-based C 36 AMG was launched, Mercedes-Benz replaced it with the V8-engined C 43. A second body style was introduced at the same time; from this point, customers were given the choice of a five-door Estate as well as the original four-door Saloon.
In addition to its new 302bhp 4.3-litre V8 engine, the C 43 gained a brake system imported from the recently introduced E 55 AMG. Notably, the C 43 became the first AMG product assembled at Mercedes-Benz. Although the engines themselves were still prepared in Affalterbach, the rest of the assembly process took place in-house at Bremen.
3085 examples of the C 43 were built in Saloon trim, around half of which were exported to the United States. Most of these went on to accumulate intergalactic mileage, but a rare example cosseted by just two owners from new with just 47,500 miles on the odometer is currently residing in Miami with The Barn.
Configured in Silver over two-tone Black and Silverstone Grey upholstery with contrast Grey stitching and the optional Bose audio system, the car was delivered to an original owner in California who retained it from 1999 until 2015.
According to The Barn: “Exceptionally well-preserved and always garage-kept in a climate-controlled environment and meticulously maintained. Recent maintenance includes a new alternator, fresh oil service, new battery, a new headliner, replacement overhead console, repaired driver's side mirror mechanism, and updated rear tail lights. The suspension was upgraded approximately seven to eight years ago, lower control arms have been replaced under current ownership, while upgraded European-spec projector headlights enhance visibility.
The car currently rides on 18-inch AMG Monoblock wheels, with the original 17-inch AMG wheels included in the sale. Also included are the original amber corner lights, spare front grille, factory tool kit, first aid kit, both sets of floor mats, all keys, a European Mercedes ski bag, 1:43-scale die-cast model, and numerous original parts.”
