BoBcanada

Hey guys, Anyobody ordered their cars with this pakage? I really wanna see how it is going to change the ride.... And by how much would it improve things!!! When is this package is going to be official?

SLK55R

Mine is arriving early August. Should be one of the first with the package on it.

BoBcanada

That means you going to be first to write the review right?

MB Fanatic

Just confirmed with the dealer the car will be here late October early November. I was originally told something like the 3rd week of December. Flat Black with Cashmere interior, and every single option and package. I can't wait till it comes.

BoBcanada

Nice!!! Might order one myself later this year, I sat in one today... felt pretty good, not as roomy as E but everything felt just right! From the pictures i didnt like that big chunk of wood on the dash, but in reality its not that big and looks cool!!!

Evolution Marine

I have had my deposit in since November of last year, but kept changing my mind on color and options which kept putting the order back. Then I heard about the 030 Performance Option and I decided to wait until the CLS could be ordered with it. Well, I ordered it today and the salesman thinks it will be in around the last of August or the first of September. One thing I had not heard, that is included in this package, is the rear fenders are different so that larger rear tires and wheels will fit, however the rear tires are the same size as the regular CLS55, go figure? Color is going to be Black with Cashmere Interior, and I think the wheels MB will use will be like the SL65 wheels. So, now at least I have an Actual car coming. - Bob

BoBcanada

Did you salseman told you the price of the option yet? Because I think i'm gonna order a CLS with that option later this year, but i still debating with which car to go, because i really like the Sl55 too, but on the other hand i'd rather have 4 seats plus with that pakage it should be super sporty and firm!!!

Evolution Marine

My good friend has the SL55, and it is tight in that car. I am 6'-2" tall and the passenger seat does not go back as far as I would like. The 030 CLS55 is going to be a kick a$$ car, and on the 030 option cost I just assumed that the price for the 030 option would be $10,000.00 like was reported on this forum. Now you got me thinking, and I will call the salesman monday and check on it. - Bob

SLK55R

I believe it was quoted as $9,500.00 USD. I'll make sure to take some digital pics but in terms of determining the performance differences between a CLS55 with/or without ... I won't be able to compare. I won't have driven a CLS55 without when I get my car. I test drove a CLS500 and an E55 to get a feel for the power.

Granite Grey/Charcoal CLS55 arriving August!!!

MB Fanatic

$9,500 is the correct price. IMO its worth it, just nice to get something different than everyone else.

Bigdot

what exatly is it?

Mark

MB Fanatic

Alcantra Steering Wheel, Wider Rear fender, Larger 19" wheels, AMG rear LSD, Nurbergring suspension (makes it handle like its on rails, very BMW like), and a few other critica and cosmetic mods in and out. Also a different brake pad compund and larger rotors.

Turtle25

Sorry to nitpick, but is it indeed "Nürburgring"? =) Benz has never made a big deal of that particular track. Perhaps the CLS is about to surprise us?

Evolution Marine

This is a list from another post and if my memory serves right it is what the salesman told me was included in the 030 Performance Package when I placed the order the other day. The Salesman did not refer to the Performance Package as being the "Nurburgring" Package. - Bob

CLS55 AMG Performance Package (Option Code 030)

* AMG front bumper with special mesh inset and body modifications for rear tires
* Alcantara AMG sport steering wheel
* 186 mph (300 km/h) top speed (electronically limited)
* AMG "Nurburgring" suspension system (control arms and stabilizers)
* AMG "Compound" braking system
- AMG Compound front brakes: cross-drilled, internally ventilated
15.4" two-piece discs with AMG 8-piston calipers
- AMG rear brakes: cross-drilled, internally ventilated
13.7" two-piece discs with AMG 4-piston calipers
* AMG 19-inch twin-spoke multi-piece alloy wheels with high performance tires
- Front: 8.5 x 19 inch 255 35 ZR 19
- Rear: 10 x 19 inch 285 30 ZR 19
* AMG Locking rear differential

Manufacturers Suggested Retail Price: $9,500 (tbd - not confirmed)

Schiznick

Where does one infer that it will have wider rear fenders? It only says modifications.... I would not expect a wide body CLS. MFG cost of special fenders would have killed this project.

Sounds like a great deal for the money! My guess is most dealers will order this as standard when they build out cars.

More options, more $$$$$.

Schiz

jkrutch

I just wonder how much better the handling will really be? The rest of the package doesn't mean much to me. The brakes are fine the way they are since I don't track the car. The LSD is a nice addition, but it's the handling that needs the most work. I would love a sedan that comes somewhat close to the handling of my 996TT. In any case, it's still a 4000 lb car and unless the weight changes, I can't imagine a huge improvement in handling. Just my .02 worth.

Evolution Marine

jkrutch - Is this close enough to the 996TT for you. (Faster than a GT3) Video under Top Gear and Video is from another thread on this forum. - - Bob

Video Here - http://www.mysubprofile.com/mbworld/

Tony007

As soon as I found out that this package was available I wanted it sooooo badly.

My main hang up was the "Alcantara" steering wheel. I did some internet searching and saw some steering wheels that look like ***** using that material. Then I discovered one that has the alcantara material on the wheel in the same places that the wood trim option does. That way the wheel is a combo of leather and alcantara. That eased my mind somewhat. I'm really hoping it comes this way. No one knows for sure this early in the game.

I gave in and added this package to the order. Still on track to get the car around Dec from MB of South Orlando. Was 7 people in front of me, now just 3!!!

Basically this option package takes the CLS up to the 65 level, sans the bi-turbo motor & active suspension. It uses the SL65 goodies like the 19" 2 piece wheels, 15.4" brakes, rear differential, modified front fender, etc. Completely loaded out I'm at 110,000 vs 180+ for the bi-turbo. That's ALOT of ching for just a motor and active suspension.

jkrutch

You need to re-read my post. I am referring to handling. My 996TT can be tossed around and is nimble, my CLS55 feels like a good-handling 4,000lb car. MB needs to shave some weight to improve the handling. That is my point.

20C4S

am i the only one that think the SL65 style bumper (open intake on the side) & AMG 2 pieces wheel might not look good on the CLS?

i think the lines on CLS is very clean & both classic futuristic looking. don't think the sporty bumper will fit the car well (mostly the opening). so do the wheels. stock 5 spoke just fit the car perfectly. not sure the busier looking 2 pieces will help either.

adam76

have u seen the picts? im not sure the side vent is such a great idea for the CLS myself, it makes the front look sporty, but then then as your eyes move to the rear, the elegance takes over, and it somewhat clashes. have to see it in person though before i make up my mind...

my .02

20C4S

of course that's why i said it. i'm agree with u on this. the car is much cleaner without the vent. i have only seen the pictures though. not digging the 2 piece wheel either.

Evolution Marine

jkrutch - a 4100 lb. anything is not going to switch direction as easily as a 3500 lb. something else - goes with out saying. You will never see a sedan the size and level of finish of the CLS weigh any where close to 3500 lb., so you should never consider this type of car given your priorities concerning cars. - Bob

lkirchner

I opted for the 2 piece 19" AMG wheels on my SL55 and can only say that they truly make the car look awesome. When you put it beside an SL with the regular wheels you can really see the differnce. It is much more classy than the stock wheels.

I did see a CLS in black at Mercedes of Sacramento with the 2 piece AMG's in all silver (not the graphite centers) and it looked stunning.

FloridaE55

When did you order this package?? If you want to order it now, NetStar refuses the order "not available until 2005-09-1 production cycle"...