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Need advice: Project car budget is already getting away from me

TruckTravelerCommunity StarterJun 18, 20262023 Mercedes-AMG C43 4MATICNew York
2023 Mercedes-AMG C43 4MATIC, about 1,200 miles. Bought a cheap project because the shell was solid, and now the 'small stuff' list is longer than the drivetrain list. How do you guys prioritize safety/reliability, fabrication, cosmetics and power without rebuilding the car three times? Any data points from owners would help.
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BoostedRoadie82Community StarterCommunity StarterJun 18, 2026permalink
I'd keep this practical. Verify the cheap/easy branch on the 2023 Mercedes-AMG C43 before a big repair or a big spend. I'd do that before spending real money. This is from a 2023 Mercedes-AMG C43 in New York with 1,200 miles. That's the whole play. Your commute and mine probably aren't the same, but the test still applies. This is me being the wet blanket on purpose.
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