callmiro

snail45

Ya know, although slow and dangerous behind the wheel, 20's CAN still make the new CLS look good.

snail45

And a drop.

VCA_AMG

Always fascinated with how everyone is obsessed with "a drop" being a necessity.

Don't you go dyin' on me!!!

SouthernNC

"So, I understand you're buying a new car. What are you getting?"

"Oh, I thought it was time for something a little staid, conservative, and dignified. I'm getting a 4-door with an automatic transmission. White paint. Pretty boring, really."

And then you show up in that evil-looking machine.

Pretty much what I have on order for June delivery (I hope), except for the 20s.

First time I've seen a white CLS63 with the carbon filament spoiler. I was a bit concerned about how it's going to look with the high contrast, but I like it.

What's the deal on the exterior mirrors? Lower half black, upper half matching the body paint? Or are the lower parts carbon filament?

I think my mods will be limited to doing something about the hideous orange side markers (don't know whether the white after-market markers made for the 2011 CLS63 will fit the 2012; may have to wait), and a carbon filament license frame (big whoop) to match the spoiler -- rear only is required in NC, which is fortunate, because a front plate really messes up the appearance of this car.

BK63amg

Looks nice and aggressive!

Is it me, or do the rear quarters (flanks) looks semi-Dodge Charger-ish?

I'm still partial the sleeker, swoopier rear profile of the last gen...and I'm not sold on those taillights. This car will be a monster though.

SouthernNC

I think the rear quarters of the new CLS63 look like the haunches of a crouching animal, or maybe the Great Sphinx.

It literally looks about to pounce, and since it's a rear-drive car (thank God), it's probably appropriate that it gives the visual impression of having powerful rear legs.

snail45

Lol. I just think it makes cars look more aggressive. I can't stand fender gap, especially when you have low profile tires.

RRnelcheeze

thats just awesome.

silverjimm

Sweeettt! That car is amazing!

02S430

Tjdehya

Sick.

I know some guys on this site are not fond of the new CLS's rear, but I LOVE it.
However there is one thing that is really bugging me...
That chrome trim on the trunk below the spoiler... It looks incomplete/unfinished/forgotten, gives the impression of uninspiring attention to detail.
It should at least continue to touch the brake lights or curve or something.

SouthernNC

The chrome strip terminates at the edge of the trunk lid. Seems logical to me.

Tjdehya

lol, sure. But logic is irrelevant in regards to aesthetics. If Mercedes were to build cars based solely on logic then all their cars would be more boring than Toyotas.

Come on man this is a six figure Mercedes. Attention to detail is key!
Any way it just looks incomplete to me. I am sure no one else notices it and it definitely won't stop me from buying the car.

tbal

Not feelin the black but me wants!

badm

Well looking at this car it's really starting to grow on me, I saw a review of the new car and realized How unique the original really is ,the new car isn't as sloped on roof line, it wider and longer , Original is really a coupe ,, this is more of a sedan more leg room & head room in the back seats.. Don't like the back tail lights looks like a Nissan Maxima,,, Interior I "LOVE" WOW and the Turbo 5.5 . I would not buy white ,,,, but this is "BAD BOY" This is a NEW BEGINNING,
I like the Front END ,,, Nice ,, in a couple years , of good old fashion depreciation ,, Maybe I'll Buy one and keep the Original Coupe trend setter "CLASSIC"

SouthernNC

A couple of details on the car at the top of this thread...

1. The window surrounds appear to be black, not chrome. I like. Is this a Mercedes option, or a one-off custom job? Surely the after-market companies haven't started producing such items, have they?

2. An "Exterior Carbon Package" was shown on the price list I used in ordering mine, but I was told it was not available in the U.S. Probably is in Luxembourg and Albania. I assume this includes the carbon fiber mirrors and rear diffuser I've seen pics of. Has anyone been able to order this?

3. The great majority of photos I've seen show front license plates; the car at the top of this thread does not. Huge difference! Much cleaner. It really shows the vast amount of air available to the engine, and for cooling the brakes. Fortunately, North Carolina does not require a front plate, so my front end will look the same.

XaeroR35

That is amazing. I don't feel so bad about wanting a white one now. Does any know the specs on the wheels? width/offsets?

callmiro

"Main focus of the kit is the new three-piece forged wheelmodel 6Sporz². The lightweight wheels were combined sizing 9,5 x20 at the front axle with Dunlop Sportmaxx tyres 255/30/20 and on the drive axle sizing 11.0 x 20 inches with wide tires sizing 305/25/20 inches, either delivered by Dunlop."

Esleeper

Nice house!

Seriously, I'm going to hold judgement until I see and drive one in person. I'm sure it will drive like a monster.

I can see the "Dodge Charger" in the rear quarters. Don't know how I feel about that. I bet if someone could dig deep, we will find a leftover Chrysler desinger lurking and laughing in Stuttgart.

zach1745

Car looks real good. Would like to see a black one in gun metal rims.

mkonei

Thats the first thing that I noticed...but I still like it.

Ali_E55

exterior carbon available in my country and i ordered it.

side mirrors/spoiler/front lip/difusser. engine CF cover comes with P30.

platinumsc

I still like the first CLS better but the new one is nice. I like everything about the new onw except the tail lights. Looks really good with 20's.

GMW

Hey, I just realized that the pics are computer generated. I was wondering why something looked slightly out of place on those rear lights. None the less, it looks amazing and computer graphics have come a long way!