Class C suspension options: Sport and Elegance.

[NAVITEL]

I was wondering if the W204 C-class ang/sport estate could accommodate the Elegance suspension. The 18-inch wheels are just too difficult for my taste.
I was hoping to acquire springs and shocks (or at least the springs) from a nearby factor or something, but the only places I can get 17-inch wheels are miles away on eBay and require just a pick-up.
I get that it's a sport model and meant to be that way, but the jarring and banging on our perfectly smooth roads is driving me crazy.

[nickoyster4]

I don't have much experience with the W204, but I went from the Elegance to the Sport version of the CLK (which has the same suspension as the W203) and it went well. I replaced the springs, shocks, and spacer pads everywhere. There was a difference in bolt size between the front ARB and drop links (Elegance M8 vs. Sport M10, I think). For me, it was a matter of opening the ARB's holes with a 10 mm drill; nevertheless, you may discover that you require a new ARB, bushes, springs, shocks, etc.

[CyberMage]

Wheels are rather easy to send, so you may enquire as to if the seller is willing to wrap and courier them to you for your expense if that's all you're seeing on eBay. Similarly, if the object in question is a tire, you may find couriers that will transport it for a reasonable price; however, it will be more challenging to pack due to the materials required, such as a large black garbage bag, cardboard to shield the rim faces and an abundance of brown packing tape. It has been a long time since I last used that method to purchase or sell wheels and tires, but I seem to recall that it only cost around £40. I transported a set of four wheels from East Kent to north of Newcastle for that amount!

[bentleygt77]

When transporting tires and wheels, use Paisley Freight.

[KOOLCAR]

On many occasions, the sale of ridiculously large wheels and tires has resulted in substantial savings compared to the cost of shipping them.

However, before purchasing, be sure to inspect the tread depth and date stamp of the tires.


Changing the entire suspension system is a waste of time, particularly on older vehicles.

[KOOLCAR]

https://www.shiply.com/

[NAVITEL]

What do you mean by "hiding to nothing"?

The breaker and whatever else sells them may be someone to enquire, I suppose. The only thing I would do differently is to hope that they are buckled or cracked.

[CyberMage]

The ancient adage goes something like, "A hiding to nothing," meaning that you'll spend a lot of money with no return and much more hidden fees.

[KOOLCAR]

Behold, the essence.

What I mean is that changing the suspension might be incredibly risky and expensive with little noticeable benefit.


A little adjustment to the wheels might be done for next to nothing and with little actual danger.