Hey everyone, i’m finally at the stage where i’m ready to perfect my 2018 Mercedes C43 AMG. This car has been my absolute dream for years; i’ve spent a long time saving up every penny to get it, and now that it’s in my garage, i’m obsessed with making it look and run flawlessly.

I’ve already put in a decent amount of work to get it where it is today. On the technical side, i’ve kept up with some aggressive maintenance and a few performance tweaks to make sure the bi-turbo V6 stays healthy and snappy. Aesthetically, i’ve done a chrome delete and added some carbon fiber accents to give it that sharper look.

The interior has probably been my favorite project so far. I just finished a deep chemical interior detail to get that "new car" smell back, and i actually went ahead and installed a starlight headliner. It completely changes the vibe at night, feels like a much more expensive spec now.

The next steps:

1. To hit that 10/10 mark, I’m taking it to ID Protection for a full Ceramic Coating. I’ve reached the point where i don’t even want to drive it if the paint isn't protected. I’ve seen their work on high-end builds and decided they’re the only ones i trust to lock in that mirror finish before the Toronto weather tries to ruin it.
2. Wheels: i’m currently hunting for some "interesting" new wheels. I want something that stands out but keeps the AMG elegance. If you have suggestions for brands or styles that look killer on a W205 C43, let me know!

I’ve worked so hard for this car, and i really want to hit that 10/10 showroom look. Would love to hear your thoughts on the ceramic coating process or any wheel setups you think would complement the build.