My entry into AMG motoring

[Lenny63]

C43 AMG

Picked up from a fellow member (who was really accomodating - THANKS ) last week after a quick trip by flight and then the 4.5 hour road trip to the ferry port at Cairnryan back to Belfast

I am in awe of the car - no other words can describe my delight. It has exceeded every expectation and more.

The only mod so far is the factory fit cup holder Plan to get the factory fit carpeted AMG mats and upgrade the Key to new chrome style

A few quick snaps at the equally grand and powerful Harland & Wolff cranes in Belfast's Titanic Quarter after a quick bucket of soap - a proper detail will be coming in the next few weeks.

Enjoy

 

[Deleted member 37751]

It was good to meet you Mat and I wouldn't have sold the car so early in my ownership if you'd have not been so 'enthusiastic' about owning a C43.

Health to enjoy.

 

[Lenny63]

Thanks Lee - I'll look after her

 

[SamW]

Very nice! Congrats on your purchase

 

[renault12ts]

Health to enjoy..as they same in the shadows of Samson and Goliath.

Maybe time to change your name to Lenny43?

 

[BaldGuy]

Another SPX cherished mota...

 

[R120]

I still miss this Car! Lee looks like you did a good job of tidying it up, nice to see it remain in the family so to speak!

 

[C43AMG]

Looks great. Enjoy.

 

[Lenny63]

Thanks for the kind comments guys

Alex - I can see why
You miss it !

 

[Skhan]

Very nice!

 

[Lenny63]

Little bit of an update

Getting the car back tomorrow after a 2 week leave of absence - she was having some TLC with a competent Merc specialist who mainly specialises in G wagons - but has a C43 himself.

I've had a full clean and under seal completed underneath - and the good news is she is solid - phew !
I've also had the following done:

- Gearbox & TC Oil change (Gen MB oil) - new sump seal, gearbox filter and new pilot bushing plug
- Diff oil change (again Gen MB oil - takes 1.1 litres approx - was £32+vat a litre - ouch!!)
- 2 x rocker cover gaskets ( both had a slight leak) & all connecting breather hoses
- Front Fogs rewired (connecting looms were toast)
- General health check

I can't wait to get her back - the hour long drive home will be a fun one

 

[RBYCC]

Great little pocket rocket.....you will enjoy it !!!!

 

[SamW]

Good work! All ready for winter fun now

 

[Lenny63]

Indeed Sam - cost a lot to do but now I have peice of mind and it's def a keeper

On route now via train to collect her

I've missed the v8 growl so much I've had to YouTube the odd cold start up just to get the blood flowing ....and I won't say where

 

[bigmacplease]

Looks great!

 

[rk100]

Looking good Lenny63, nice motor.

What Merc specialist did the servicing for you?

 

[Justin1600]

Looks a good-un mate

 

[Lenny63]

Looking good Lenny63, nice motor.

What Merc specialist did the servicing for you?

I use a local fella who mainly works on G wagons -

 

[renault12ts]

Indeed Sam - cost a lot to do but now I have peice of mind and it's def a keeper

On route now via train to collect her

I've missed the v8 growl so much I've had to YouTube the odd cold start up just to get the blood flowing ....and I won't say where

Who did you use...recommendations are always welcomed?

 

[rk100]

I use a local fella who mainly works on G wagons -

If its ok can you post their name ? or even pm me. I find it very hard to get a good Merc specialist here in Northern Ireland. Cheers