My 2013 CLS63 Is Here (Pictures Inside)
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My 2013 CLS63 Is Here (Pictures Inside)
Hey guys, well my car is finally here. I was hoping to have a few more photos to detail all of the modifications but those will have to wait. I have a few hundred miles or so on this new AMG and the biggest surprise is that this thing actually feels fantastic in the twisties. After I complete the brake-in miles, I plan to get it to the track for a baseline 1/4 mile time. I am still very confused regarding the best tune for this car but I am sure I will figure that out. Below are the factory options I ordered:
Okay, here are the pictures:
![](http://img441.imageshack.us/img441/1756/mg0007i.jpg)
![](http://img24.imageshack.us/img24/697/mg0010b.jpg)
![](http://img600.imageshack.us/img600/7107/mg0108e.jpg)
![](http://img163.imageshack.us/img163/503/mg0064.jpg)
![](http://img641.imageshack.us/img641/5871/mg0030h.jpg)
![](http://img821.imageshack.us/img821/883/mg0073t.jpg)
![](http://img11.imageshack.us/img11/3672/mg0087k.jpg)
![](http://img542.imageshack.us/img542/8062/mg0082.jpg)
![](http://img31.imageshack.us/img31/5583/mg0159r.jpg)
![](http://img580.imageshack.us/img580/5589/mg0168j.jpg)
![](http://img215.imageshack.us/img215/3632/mg0102.jpg)
![](http://img11.imageshack.us/img11/503/mg0171v.jpg)
![](http://img11.imageshack.us/img11/7351/mg0135.jpg)
BTW, I purchased the coilovers and spacers from forum sponsor, Vivid.
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- Premium One Package
- P30 AMG Performance Package
- 471 Limited Slip Differential
- 19" Forged Twin 5-Spoke Wheels
- CF Trunklip Spoiler
- Ash/Black Premium Leather
- Piano Black Laquer Wood Trim
- Rear Side Air-Bags
- Palladium Silver
Okay, here are the pictures:
![](http://img441.imageshack.us/img441/1756/mg0007i.jpg)
![](http://img24.imageshack.us/img24/697/mg0010b.jpg)
![](http://img600.imageshack.us/img600/7107/mg0108e.jpg)
![](http://img163.imageshack.us/img163/503/mg0064.jpg)
![](http://img641.imageshack.us/img641/5871/mg0030h.jpg)
![](http://img821.imageshack.us/img821/883/mg0073t.jpg)
![](http://img11.imageshack.us/img11/3672/mg0087k.jpg)
![](http://img542.imageshack.us/img542/8062/mg0082.jpg)
![](http://img31.imageshack.us/img31/5583/mg0159r.jpg)
![](http://img580.imageshack.us/img580/5589/mg0168j.jpg)
![](http://img215.imageshack.us/img215/3632/mg0102.jpg)
![](http://img11.imageshack.us/img11/503/mg0171v.jpg)
![](http://img11.imageshack.us/img11/7351/mg0135.jpg)
BTW, I purchased the coilovers and spacers from forum sponsor, Vivid.
Thanks
Last edited by Rock; 08-18-2012 at 08:59 AM.
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great pix, thanx for sharing.....
what do you think is your favorite shot?
what do you think is your favorite shot?
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We took several pictures of the 9500ci set-up but I do not have them yet. As far as the wheels are concerned, I actually think the stock forged 19s look fantastic on this car.... especially with a drop and spacers.
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They sure as hell do!
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Thanks for putting a line in there for us Rock! The car looks good, let me know if you ever need anything else!
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Hi Eric,
I am still undecided about who will tune the car. I have always loved Kleemann/Cory and would love to just slap on his tune and new downpipes but I think I'm going to put a few miles on the car before I start massaging the engine.
Thanks, I'm very happy with the entire car inside and out. I changed the exterior color three times once the car was ordered.
I am still undecided about who will tune the car. I have always loved Kleemann/Cory and would love to just slap on his tune and new downpipes but I think I'm going to put a few miles on the car before I start massaging the engine.
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Eager to see those photo's of the radar install. Hope you can provide a brief description of how it functions when in use. Any down sides to the interface so far? My understanding was you must you be in audio mode on the speedo center screen for it to function?
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Already Looking good! Definitely can't wait to see the radar set-up. So it's Passport 9500ci, huh?! I'm still deciding between the 9500 or Valentine. It's hard to pick. I have heard all these radar detector technology patent about to expire and lots of changes in near future. So it's hard to decide if I should wait or just grab a detector now.
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time for a debadge to complete the look![naughty](https://mbworld.org/forums/images/smilies/naughty.gif)
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The OEM wheels do look great for sure! We're deciding on some contrast cut wheels right now. Not sure solid dark finished wheels on this color work with it and aluminum finish seems too light/bright for it too.
Eager to see those photo's of the radar install. Hope you can provide a brief description of how it functions when in use. Any down sides to the interface so far? My understanding was you must you be in audio mode on the speedo center screen for it to function?
Eager to see those photo's of the radar install. Hope you can provide a brief description of how it functions when in use. Any down sides to the interface so far? My understanding was you must you be in audio mode on the speedo center screen for it to function?
I think the stock forged wheels are pretty toned down especially with Mercedes use of grey tones.
Regarding the 9500ci, I need to spend a little more time with the system to give you a useful review. Yes, you do need to be in "audio mode" to access its functions from the steering wheel.
Already Looking good! Definitely can't wait to see the radar set-up. So it's Passport 9500ci, huh?! I'm still deciding between the 9500 or Valentine. It's hard to pick. I have heard all these radar detector technology patent about to expire and lots of changes in near future. So it's hard to decide if I should wait or just grab a detector now.
No one knows what a CLS63 is in the first place (at least in Ohio) so why would a debage make a difference?
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Okay guys I went to the track tonight to get a baseline run. I have about 350 miles on the car.......too few mile to engage launch control, so I ran it in sport mode with traction control, "on" and grabbed a 12.1 @ 120mph (stomp and go). Funny, but the car was shifting at about 5500rpm. Obviously it was holding back............. big time. At what point of does Mercedes allow this car to run at 10/10?
BTW my 60ft time was over 2 seconds.
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