The C43 and the C36 are very similar externally, but the engines are as different as can be. Both are wonderful cars, anyone who owns either is one lucky SOB.
Even though the C36's engine is bored, stroked, ported/polished, yadda yadda it is still a M104. (DOHC I6) MANY M104's had head gasket trouble. Though I will agree with Rocky in that I've seen at least one C36 developing more problems than one would think normal for its mileage and otherwise condition. Still, those cars are too much fun. Driving anything AMG is simply addictive. Though still MB durable, the extra thrashing they get has to take its toll somewhere. One other downside, engine parts can be expensive, scary-expensive....(head gasket for about $800+ if memory serves) An extended warranty is a godsend should things go wrong.
Hope this helps...Lee
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