CL500 with C-class compact wheels

[vinnie83]

So just wondering whether this could cause TC, ABS and possibly even worse if the wheels aren't designed for high torque?

There's one for sale with a supposedly reputable main dealer and has just this. It looks really awkward on the wheels too!

[vinnie83]

http://www.pistonheads.com/classifieds/used-cars/m...

I called to enquire as to whether they would be willing to put the original wheels on and they refused. I also mentioned they should check that it's safe to have those wheels on as they're not designed for the car but they didn't sound too bothered.

[vinnie83]

V12 AMG said:

You've dodged a bullet there.

They are from the W203 coupe, often referred to as the evolution wheels.

Also has a non original gear knob.

Yeah that's what I meant, sorry got confused with the 'compact' denotion from the 3 series - looks horrible doesn't it?

Never noticed the gearknob - good spot. What attracted me to the advert was that it was priced as the early models but is a facelift car.

But whoever has owned it before clearly has either smacked the old wheels and skimped or is an idiot - either way I wouldn't want the car!

[vinnie83]

Well I can confirm the sales manager was less than bothered about any potential issues when I spoke to them last week - he just kept telling me it's passed the MOT.