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Mercedes-Benz C43 1998

The 1998 Mercedes-AMG C43 range of configurations is currently priced from $18,480.

Mercedes-Benz C-Class 1998 Price and Specs

The Mercedes-Benz C-Class 1998 is currently available from $18,480 for the C-Class C43 AMG up to $27,390 for the C-Class C43 T AMG.

Pricing guides

$16,280
Based on third party pricing data
Lowest Price
$5,170
Highest Price
$27,390
Mercedes-Benz C-Class Model Body Type Specs Price from Price to
C180 Classic Sedan 1.8L ULP 5 SP AUTO $5,720 $8,030
C180 Classic Sedan 1.8L ULP 5 SP MAN $5,170 $7,590
C200 Classic Sedan 2.0L ULP 5 SP AUTO $5,830 $8,250
C200 Classic Sedan 2.0L ULP 5 SP MAN $5,610 $7,920
C200 T Classic Wagon 2.0L ULP 5 SP AUTO $6,270 $8,800
C200 T Elegance Wagon 2.0L ULP 5 SP AUTO $6,820 $9,570
C200 T Sport Wagon 2.0L ULP 5 SP AUTO $6,820 $9,680
C240 T Classic Wagon 2.4L ULP 5 SP AUTO $7,920 $11,110
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Mercedes-Benz C43 1998 Wheel size

Wheel size for the 1998 Mercedes-AMG C43 will vary depending on model chosen, although keep in mind that many manufacturers offer alternate wheel sizes as options on many models.The wheel size available will alter the range of tyres available to be fitted. Standard wheel sizes on the Mercedes-AMG C43 spans from 17x7.5 inches.

Mercedes-AMG C43 Model Body Type Front Tyre Size Front Rim Rear Tyre Size Rear Rim
C43 AMG Sedan 225x45 R17 17x7.5 inches 225x45 R17 17x7.5 inches
C43 T AMG Wagon 225x45 R17 17x7.5 inches 225x45 R17 17x7.5 inches
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Mercedes-Benz C43 1998 Dimensions

Dimensions for the 1998 Mercedes-AMG C43 are dependent on which body type is chosen. The maximum width and height is 1964mm x 1396mm and can vary on the basis of model.

Dimensions for the Mercedes-Benz C43 1998 Dimensions  include 1414mm height, 1720mm width, 4487mm length.
Mercedes-AMG C43 Model Body Type Height x Width x Length Ground Clearance
C43 AMG Sedan 1387x1720x4487 mm 160 mm
C43 T AMG Wagon 1396x1964x4516 mm 160 mm
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Mercedes-Benz C43 1998 Fuel consumption

Fuel consumption for the 1998 Mercedes-AMG C43 is dependent on the type of engine, transmission, or model chosen. The Mercedes-AMG C43 currently offers fuel consumption from 10.5 to 10.5L/100km. The Mercedes-AMG C43 is available with the following fuel type: PULP.

Mercedes-AMG C43 Model Body Type Specs Fuel Consumption
C43 AMG Sedan 4.3L,PULP,5 SP AUTO 10.5L/100km
C43 T AMG Wagon 4.3L,PULP,5 SP AUTO 10.5L/100km
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Mercedes-Benz C43 1998 Q&As

Check out real-world situations relating to the Mercedes-AMG C43 here, particularly what our experts have to say about them.

  • The transmission keeps slipping on my 2002 Mercedes-Benz C-Class. Do you know what could fix this?

    If the transmission is working properly between bouts of slippage, then it’s reasonable to think that this could be an electronic problem rather than a mechanical one. By turning the ignition off and then restarting, you’re effectively resetting the computer that controls the transmission. That’s why the gearbox comes good for a period before reverting to its old tricks.

    That’s on the surface, anyway, but the problem could also be within the torque converter or something intermittent inside the actual gearsets, clutches, bands or valve body that is giving the same set of symptoms.

    Ultimately, this is probably going to require a trip to a transmission specialist who will be able to identify the cause more accurately. In the meantime, though, there’s something you can try that might reset the transmission more permanently. On this model Mercedes-Benz, there’s a specific transmission-reset procedure that should take the gearbox back to its original factory settings. If that’s the case, it might fix your problem, but if not, then you need to call in the experts.

    The procedure starts with getting in the car, closing all the doors and turning the ignition key to the on position, but not actually starting the engine. You should have all the dashboard lights illuminated at this point. Then, press the accelerator pedal right to the floor, making sure you can feel that the kick-down détente has been activated. Hold the pedal all the way down for at least 60 seconds and then, without releasing the accelerator, turn off the ignition. Don’t open the door and don’t remove the key from the ignition. Now release the accelerator and wait five minutes before starting the engine and going for a test drive.

    Good luck.

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  • 2019 Mercedes-AMG C43: Lacking power when accelerating

    Colleagues of mine have noted that the C43 isn’t at its happiest when taking off from a standing start sometimes, particularly if the stop-start function is engaged. That said, the harshest description of the problem was the odd clunk when launching the car, but even with that system switched off, the AMG sometimes seems to have problems deciding which gear to select, leading to a lack of smoothness. Perhaps it’s not helped by the fact that the car is all-wheel-drive, and grips the road extremely well when perhaps a little `give’ in the driveline mightn’t be a bad thing. Maybe it’s the traction-control stepping in too early and interrupting the flow of power to the wheels.

    That said, your problem sounds a lot more severe than that. The C43 uses a conventional torque converter automatic transmission, so it doesn’t suffer some of the jerkiness that other cars using dual-clutch technology can. It’s puzzling though, that the computer isn’t throwing up any fault codes, so maybe your car is simply doing what some C43s do to a greater or lesser extent. If it’s as bad as you say, it’s not good enough and you should pursue the problem with Mercedes-Benz and have the problem corrected under warranty.

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