The 030 Performance Package
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Something on 4 wheels..
Thanks!
I always thoght there is a special "relation" between the wheel size (10"x19") and the required tire. I don't understand why the performance package comes with a bigger wheel size (10" instead of 9.5") but gets the exact same tire (285 30 ZR 19) as the standard 9.5"x10" rear-wheel...
I always thoght there is a special "relation" between the wheel size (10"x19") and the required tire. I don't understand why the performance package comes with a bigger wheel size (10" instead of 9.5") but gets the exact same tire (285 30 ZR 19) as the standard 9.5"x10" rear-wheel...
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They have been fitting Bridgestone Potenza 050 tires on these 2 piece Mark IV wheels. I looked it up and the largest they go is 285/30's. Perhaps down the road they may offer a 295 or 305 series tire and that would be might help the traction problem off the line.
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2006 CLS55-030, 2002 BMW 540 Wagon, 1995 VW Jetta GLX
Originally Posted by FloridaE55
Thanks!
I always thoght there is a special "relation" between the wheel size (10"x19") and the required tire. I don't understand why the performance package comes with a bigger wheel size (10" instead of 9.5") but gets the exact same tire (285 30 ZR 19) as the standard 9.5"x10" rear-wheel...
I always thoght there is a special "relation" between the wheel size (10"x19") and the required tire. I don't understand why the performance package comes with a bigger wheel size (10" instead of 9.5") but gets the exact same tire (285 30 ZR 19) as the standard 9.5"x10" rear-wheel...
- Bob
Last edited by Evolution Marine; Sep 4, 2005 at 11:52 AM.
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Something on 4 wheels..
Originally Posted by Evolution Marine
Another reason AMG might have gone with the 1/2" wider wheel on the back is it stretches the tire side wall out more so when initiating a turn at higher speeds the tire will not move in relation to the wheel laterally as mush and thus give a more positive feeling when turning -in. - Bob
- Bob
Now I get it!
They basically want to increase the feeling of sticking directly to the road ("tire melts into the wheel"). Sounds logically and shouldn't be a problem because it's just a difference of 0.5". I guess you can feel the difference on a slalom-course as well. That explains the different lower body work in the rear since the wheel IS wider than the standard version. Learned something today...Thanks again! :p
Last edited by FloridaE55; Sep 3, 2005 at 08:03 PM.
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Originally Posted by Tony007
The new steering wheel is going to have BOTH leather and alcantara material. The alcantara is going to positioned at the top and bottom, kinda like the wood steering wheel option on the CLS500. Leather is still going to be on the sides.
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The MBUSA Flyer for the Performance Package
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Something on 4 wheels..
O.K., next try....
Next try:
Called MBUSA AGAIN and got the complete package verified. I certainly asked her about the brochure and told her that some items are missing or are different (rear wheel size).
She explained to me that the reason for those differences might be the delayed availability (I don't know how old the brochure is and if it will be the final versin before publication). She told me as well that the previous posted complete content is up-to-date and she agreed that they would face big trouble if they promise people options they wouldn't get.
She wanted to send me an e-mail with her contact-info (extension) and the content of the package. I will post it as soon as I got it.
Called MBUSA AGAIN and got the complete package verified. I certainly asked her about the brochure and told her that some items are missing or are different (rear wheel size).
She explained to me that the reason for those differences might be the delayed availability (I don't know how old the brochure is and if it will be the final versin before publication). She told me as well that the previous posted complete content is up-to-date and she agreed that they would face big trouble if they promise people options they wouldn't get.
She wanted to send me an e-mail with her contact-info (extension) and the content of the package. I will post it as soon as I got it.
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Something on 4 wheels..
I received it
O.K., here is the promised e-mail:
Enclosed you will find the information on the performance package for the
CLS 55 AMG, i do hope that this wil be helpful to you. If you have any
questions you can reach us at 1.800.FOR.MERC
Sincerely, Sonia Carlan
CLS55 AMG Performance Package
· Special AMG body modifications for larger rear tires
· AMG sport steering wheel with Alcantara insets and thicker rim
· 186 mph (300 km/h) top speed (electronically limited)
· Special AMG suspension system (revised control arms and stabilizers)
· AMG “Compound” braking system
o AMG Compound front brakes: cross-drilled, internally-ventilated 15.4”
two-piece discs with AMG 8-piston calipers
o AMG rear brakes: cross-drilled, internally-ventilated 13.7” two-piece
discs with AMG 4-piston calipers
· AMG 19 inch twin-spoke multipiece alloy wheels with high performance
tires
o Front: 8.5 x 19 inch 255 35 ZR 19
o Rear: 10 x 19 inch 285 30 ZR 19
· AMG limited slip differential
Enclosed you will find the information on the performance package for the
CLS 55 AMG, i do hope that this wil be helpful to you. If you have any
questions you can reach us at 1.800.FOR.MERC
Sincerely, Sonia Carlan
CLS55 AMG Performance Package
· Special AMG body modifications for larger rear tires
· AMG sport steering wheel with Alcantara insets and thicker rim
· 186 mph (300 km/h) top speed (electronically limited)
· Special AMG suspension system (revised control arms and stabilizers)
· AMG “Compound” braking system
o AMG Compound front brakes: cross-drilled, internally-ventilated 15.4”
two-piece discs with AMG 8-piston calipers
o AMG rear brakes: cross-drilled, internally-ventilated 13.7” two-piece
discs with AMG 4-piston calipers
· AMG 19 inch twin-spoke multipiece alloy wheels with high performance
tires
o Front: 8.5 x 19 inch 255 35 ZR 19
o Rear: 10 x 19 inch 285 30 ZR 19
· AMG limited slip differential
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I cannot recall the last time I hoped so hard that I was wrong! The specs which Sonia cites are the basis for a real performance enhancement. Now, does anyone know what this is really going to cost us?
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Originally Posted by Tony007
Cost for the package is $9500
2. CLS 55 AMG Performance Package
2.1 Content
• Internally ventilated composite brake discs measuring 380 x 36mm on the front axle
• Multiple-disc limited slip differential incl. reinforced final drive unit
• 19" AMG multi-piece twin-spoke light-alloy wheels, (front: 8.5 x 19 ET 25 with 255/35R19, rear: 9.5 x 19 ET 28 with 285/30R19)
• Maximum speed limitation (Vmax) increased to 300 km/h
• AMG ergonomic sports steering wheel in leather /Alcantara (black)
2.2 Price
Code 030 Performance Package CLS 55 AMG (219.376): 9,860€ incl. 16% VAT
The Performance Package for the CLS 55 AMG is available only with the payable equipment code 475 (Tyre pressure monitoring)
2.3 Availability
The Performance Package for the CLS 55 AMG is available from September 2005.
That's a real bargain!
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[QUOTE=FloridaE55]O.K., here is the promised e-mail:
Enclosed you will find the information on the performance package for the
CLS 55 AMG, i do hope that this wil be helpful to you. If you have any
questions you can reach us at 1.800.FOR.MERC
Sincerely, Sonia Carlan
CLS55 AMG Performance Package
· AMG “Compound” braking system
o AMG Compound front brakes: cross-drilled, internally-ventilated 15.4”
two-piece discs with AMG 8-piston calipers
o AMG rear brakes: cross-drilled, internally-ventilated 13.7” two-piece
discs with AMG 4-piston calipers
This brake part I find confusing. According the official release posted on the AMG Owners club forum, the brake upgrades consist of 15.0 inch rotors upfront, no change mentioned in the rear. According to MB USA, the brakes installed are identical in size to those of the CL65 and S65. I highly doubt they would have different packages for the US and Europe, or do they really?!
Enclosed you will find the information on the performance package for the
CLS 55 AMG, i do hope that this wil be helpful to you. If you have any
questions you can reach us at 1.800.FOR.MERC
Sincerely, Sonia Carlan
CLS55 AMG Performance Package
· AMG “Compound” braking system
o AMG Compound front brakes: cross-drilled, internally-ventilated 15.4”
two-piece discs with AMG 8-piston calipers
o AMG rear brakes: cross-drilled, internally-ventilated 13.7” two-piece
discs with AMG 4-piston calipers
This brake part I find confusing. According the official release posted on the AMG Owners club forum, the brake upgrades consist of 15.0 inch rotors upfront, no change mentioned in the rear. According to MB USA, the brakes installed are identical in size to those of the CL65 and S65. I highly doubt they would have different packages for the US and Europe, or do they really?!
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Something on 4 wheels..
The brake-size is one of the few things about this package that doesn't seem to be in question. All different sources I have seen so far list this bigger brakes as apart of the package.
Even the "limited" brochure posted by jmeyers shows those bigger brakes (see link in his post).
I don't see a reason why a package can't be different between Europe and the USA. Even the base interior of the US-version is different, f.e. the cup-holders (or the rest-heat function, not available in the US, standard in Germany).
Once again, I highly doubt that MBusa give out wrong information, especially on such a detail.
Even the "limited" brochure posted by jmeyers shows those bigger brakes (see link in his post).
I don't see a reason why a package can't be different between Europe and the USA. Even the base interior of the US-version is different, f.e. the cup-holders (or the rest-heat function, not available in the US, standard in Germany).
Once again, I highly doubt that MBusa give out wrong information, especially on such a detail.
