I want a CLS55. Looking for feedback from owners
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CLS 55 AMG
I want a CLS55. Looking for feedback from owners
I'm new to this site. I love the looks and performance of the CLS 55. I found one to buy and have been reading as much as I can about them before the purchase. I have bookmarked a lot of great info regarding repairs and servicing, aftermarket parts ect. I'm looking for any good info out there on these cars. Any feedback is greatly appreciated. I would also like to hear pros and cons from current owners so I have an idea what I'm up against. Thank you for your help
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This car is just cool. There's no way to really describe it. It's something that you can stare at for hours and get tons of joy just looking at it. Really it's a very very epic platform.
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have had mine for a week now and am in LOVE.... this is coming from a guy who has owned and driven bmws all his life. almost bought a 06 m5, till i drove the 55.... the cls is better looking, more power, fun to drive, comfortable, more attention to detail, the list goes on. only downfall so far is that you will be filling her up with gas every few days... 
the power is very very addicting....
the power is very very addicting....
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W212 E63 AMG S Model
have had mine for a week now and am in LOVE.... this is coming from a guy who has owned and driven bmws all his life. almost bought a 06 m5, till i drove the 55.... the cls is better looking, more power, fun to drive, comfortable, more attention to detail, the list goes on. only downfall so far is that you will be filling her up with gas every few days... the power is very very addicting....
the power is very very addicting....
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Get the K&N's
I just put 1000 miles on my CLS55 in the last two weeks and I really like it as well. I dropped in K&N filters and I noticed better mileage immediately. I may actually fill up weekly now. The AMG ones I pulled out where brand new, but as I learned with my S8 those filters really make a difference.
Great choice going with the CLS55. Very classy 4 door coupe that's fast. The best part is that it's built for mods if you ever get bored.
26k miles and counting!
Great choice going with the CLS55. Very classy 4 door coupe that's fast. The best part is that it's built for mods if you ever get bored.
26k miles and counting!
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CLS 55 AMG
Bad *** video and thanks for the feedback from everyone. Well now I guess I gotta look into getting to a track haha I can't wait. Should I post a pic of the car I'm wanting to buy?? Just curious if anyone has seen it around or knows its history
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Nevermind, foot in mouth.. They cleaned up the listing and this car is now a bargain sans the wrap!
http://www.ebay.com/itm/Mercedes-Benz-CLS-Class-AMG-2006-mercedes-benz-cls-55-amg-one-of-a-kind-/161143104273?forcerrptr=true&hash=item2584e0a311&item=161143104273&pt=US_Cars_Trucks
http://www.ebay.com/itm/Mercedes-Benz-CLS-Class-AMG-2006-mercedes-benz-cls-55-amg-one-of-a-kind-/161143104273?forcerrptr=true&hash=item2584e0a311&item=161143104273&pt=US_Cars_Trucks
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CLS 55 AMG
Lol no not that one, but I did see it for sale on ebay. I've been looking for awhile now all over CA on Craigslist and ebay.haha U got your eye on that one?
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my K&Ns will be in today, then time to mod/ do maintenance over winter. First sign of salt on the roads and she is getting put away. put 295s on the car and with 30* temps im fighting to keep the tires planted, even to just get on the highway.
would like to remove the resonator soon as its a little to quite, tune and pulley in near future as well, lots of options seems like.
glad everyone else is enjoying the 55 as much as me.
over the winter want to do oil change, delete resonator, change out the dusty oem brake pads for akebonos, and get my axle/diff and trans fluid changed out, been reading and bookmarking DIY threads for 2 weeks now.... should be fun... lol.
would like to remove the resonator soon as its a little to quite, tune and pulley in near future as well, lots of options seems like.
glad everyone else is enjoying the 55 as much as me.
over the winter want to do oil change, delete resonator, change out the dusty oem brake pads for akebonos, and get my axle/diff and trans fluid changed out, been reading and bookmarking DIY threads for 2 weeks now.... should be fun... lol.
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2006 CLS55 AMG, 2008 G55 AMG, 2010 Audi R8 V10, 2010 Ford Raptor, 2005 Porsche 911, 1966 Chevy II
I just put 1000 miles on my CLS55 in the last two weeks and I really like it as well. I dropped in K&N filters and I noticed better mileage immediately. I may actually fill up weekly now. The AMG ones I pulled out where brand new, but as I learned with my S8 those filters really make a difference.
Great choice going with the CLS55. Very classy 4 door coupe that's fast. The best part is that it's built for mods if you ever get bored.
26k miles and counting!
Great choice going with the CLS55. Very classy 4 door coupe that's fast. The best part is that it's built for mods if you ever get bored.
26k miles and counting!
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I made an offer on it when I was shopping. That was 5 months ago and it was listed over $40K.
I found one locally with low miles for a bit less. Just have to be patient. The pricing on these cars is all over the place. The same car with around the same miles could go for $35K or $45K; I'm not sure where some of the dealers come up with the prices. I'm guessing they are expensive at the auction so the dealers have no choice but to eye gouge.
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I've got to say, this is one of the most fun cars I've ever owned. Even though they were a one year model, I highly recommend searching out a nice one , it'll be worth your wait and hassle!
If you're not the DIY type in regards to upgrades and repairs, nor have a good friend who is, won't be surprised if some hearty repair bills find their way in your possession
If you're not the DIY type in regards to upgrades and repairs, nor have a good friend who is, won't be surprised if some hearty repair bills find their way in your possession
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2006 CLS55 AMG, 2008 G55 AMG, 2010 Audi R8 V10, 2010 Ford Raptor, 2005 Porsche 911, 1966 Chevy II
No one around here that I know of for cosmetic stuff. I do it on my own. The internet is your best friend. I've got some 3pc 20" wheels for sale if you're interested!
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Thank you very much. I really like the wheel choice you have now. I will check with them I am actually in the springs.
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CLS 55 AMG
I've got to say, this is one of the most fun cars I've ever owned. Even though they were a one year model, I highly recommend searching out a nice one , it'll be worth your wait and hassle!
If you're not the DIY type in regards to upgrades and repairs, nor have a good friend who is, won't be surprised if some hearty repair bills find their way in your possession
If you're not the DIY type in regards to upgrades and repairs, nor have a good friend who is, won't be surprised if some hearty repair bills find their way in your possession
Good info! With what I already know and with all the good information I'm getting from reading online and on this forum. I hope to do as much of the servicing and repairs as I can on my own. I'm looking forward to learning all the different systems on this car since it sounds like eventually they all need some attention to keep the car in great shape. I'm gonna look at one soon that is looking promising. Hopefully it's as good as I'm told it is over the phone. I said I was gonna just buy it and leave it alone but I already know that's not gonna happen. I'm probably gonna be the the next Benz addict haha. Thanks for everyone's feedback.
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oil change isnt that bad, 2 mb fleece lined filters cost my $15 shipped on ebay. bought 8 mobil 0w40 sythetic 5qt jugs for $25ea at walmart, just need to source where to get the 2 drains plugs for the best price. Diy for oil change https://mbworld.org/forums/w219/2615...-cls-55-a.html
akebonos front and rear brake pads will be my next ,
jsut need to deactivate the sbc and it should be straight forward from there.
then plugs, wires
https://mbworld.org/forums/w211-amg/...ml#post3339541
Did my drop in k&ns last night took 5 minutes and $80,
as for the trans and axle fluid im going to have a shop here in CT do it for me, they do a lot of amg cars and i have a buddy who has his shop next to them and will get a discount.
http://www.benzworld.org/forums/reco...-repair-shops/ has a section that provides shops who are recommended all over the country especially CA
If you do end up getting a cls55 hit me up ill provide you with all the DIY links that ive found from other members from searching the last few weeks lol.
akebonos front and rear brake pads will be my next ,
jsut need to deactivate the sbc and it should be straight forward from there.
then plugs, wires
https://mbworld.org/forums/w211-amg/...ml#post3339541
Did my drop in k&ns last night took 5 minutes and $80,
as for the trans and axle fluid im going to have a shop here in CT do it for me, they do a lot of amg cars and i have a buddy who has his shop next to them and will get a discount.
http://www.benzworld.org/forums/reco...-repair-shops/ has a section that provides shops who are recommended all over the country especially CA
If you do end up getting a cls55 hit me up ill provide you with all the DIY links that ive found from other members from searching the last few weeks lol.
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CLS55 AMG
oil change isnt that bad, 2 mb fleece lined filters cost my $15 shipped on ebay. bought 8 mobil 0w40 sythetic 5qt jugs for $25ea at walmart, just need to source where to get the 2 drains plugs for the best price. Diy for oil change https://mbworld.org/forums/w219/2615...-cls-55-a.html
akebonos front and rear brake pads will be my next ,
jsut need to deactivate the sbc and it should be straight forward from there.
Akebono EUR983 EURO Ultra-Premium Ceramic Brake Pad Set : Amazon.com : Automotive
then plugs, wires
https://mbworld.org/forums/w211-amg/...ml#post3339541
Did my drop in k&ns last night took 5 minutes and $80,
as for the trans and axle fluid im going to have a shop here in CT do it for me, they do a lot of amg cars and i have a buddy who has his shop next to them and will get a discount.
http://www.benzworld.org/forums/reco...-repair-shops/ has a section that provides shops who are recommended all over the country especially CA
If you do end up getting a cls55 hit me up ill provide you with all the DIY links that ive found from other members from searching the last few weeks lol.
akebonos front and rear brake pads will be my next ,
jsut need to deactivate the sbc and it should be straight forward from there.
Akebono EUR983 EURO Ultra-Premium Ceramic Brake Pad Set : Amazon.com : Automotive
then plugs, wires
https://mbworld.org/forums/w211-amg/...ml#post3339541
Did my drop in k&ns last night took 5 minutes and $80,
as for the trans and axle fluid im going to have a shop here in CT do it for me, they do a lot of amg cars and i have a buddy who has his shop next to them and will get a discount.
http://www.benzworld.org/forums/reco...-repair-shops/ has a section that provides shops who are recommended all over the country especially CA
If you do end up getting a cls55 hit me up ill provide you with all the DIY links that ive found from other members from searching the last few weeks lol.
Thanks
