My new CLS55
02-23-2005, 01:49 PM
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Originally Posted by TexAmg
Howdy Ya'll! Just kidding...no we all dont talk like that down here. You will be suprised but there are so many people that have no clue that mercedes makes a car like this. I really like the chrome treatment inside the CLS 55. It reminds me of my CL55...makes it classy I think. I had reservations about trading in my 2004 E55 (black/black) but now I am very happy I made the decision. Someone asked.... live in north Houston (Spring).
Bye Ya'll!
Bye Ya'll!
I have been thinking about doing the same thing.
You might need to be on the look out for another black CLS55 in the NE Houston area soon.
02-23-2005, 07:56 PM
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It would be awesome if well all ran across each other in our CLS55's at once 
Stiggs, the overall driveabilty is about the same. It does not blow the E55 out of the water, but I am still getting use to it and have not pushed it yet. I have learned from the past of my other amg's that it takes a while about 1000 miles or so for the engine to acclimate and loosen up fully. I really like the interior, it has a more fit and polished look compared to my E55. It appears to flow very well and they designers used forsight. The small windows are not a hinderance at all to me and does not obstruct view in my case. I think they make the car look sportier/agressive. VC, that is one of the reasons why I traded the E in, I wanted a body that was unique and this was the answer.
Take Care!
Stiggs, the overall driveabilty is about the same. It does not blow the E55 out of the water, but I am still getting use to it and have not pushed it yet. I have learned from the past of my other amg's that it takes a while about 1000 miles or so for the engine to acclimate and loosen up fully. I really like the interior, it has a more fit and polished look compared to my E55. It appears to flow very well and they designers used forsight. The small windows are not a hinderance at all to me and does not obstruct view in my case. I think they make the car look sportier/agressive. VC, that is one of the reasons why I traded the E in, I wanted a body that was unique and this was the answer.Take Care!
02-24-2005, 09:07 AM
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Cls 55 Amg
HI there
Nice looking motor you have there ! can you advise what price roughly you paid for your car , as here in the Uk they are looking for £72500.00 0r $130,500
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EckCLK 270 CDI 03/03 245Bhp Obsidian metallic black , full factory fit amg kit , 18" Amg factory fit alloys , Full Command/ Sat nav + [Tv Courtesy of Steve from N/L ]
Linguatronic , Auto climate control , Full memory seats /Steering , Automatic/Tiptronic , Full leather napa/two tone , Brabus Twin chrome tail pipe , Tinted Windows , Bi xenon , Rain Sensitive Wiper's , Keyless go , Tuning Chip , K & N Air Filter . Other toy Mv Agusta F4 Fully Tuned ., Bmw 1 series Wifes.
Nice looking motor you have there ! can you advise what price roughly you paid for your car , as here in the Uk they are looking for £72500.00 0r $130,500
Krgds
EckCLK 270 CDI 03/03 245Bhp Obsidian metallic black , full factory fit amg kit , 18" Amg factory fit alloys , Full Command/ Sat nav + [Tv Courtesy of Steve from N/L ]
Linguatronic , Auto climate control , Full memory seats /Steering , Automatic/Tiptronic , Full leather napa/two tone , Brabus Twin chrome tail pipe , Tinted Windows , Bi xenon , Rain Sensitive Wiper's , Keyless go , Tuning Chip , K & N Air Filter . Other toy Mv Agusta F4 Fully Tuned ., Bmw 1 series Wifes.
02-24-2005, 11:47 AM
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That's some piece of kit , Im also to order a CLS ,they are due to be Launched mid March 2005 !Although im unsure what model as the CLS 55 in the uk is about £72,000 or $125,000 thats porche money & a BMW M5 is cheaper !
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Eck Nice Machine you have there Blacks the colour for me !
CLK 270 CDI 03/03 245Bhp Obsidian metallic black , full factory fit amg kit , 18" Amg factory fit alloys , Full Command/ Sat nav + [Tv Courtesy of Steve from N/L ]
Linguatronic , Auto climate control , Full memory seats /Steering , Automatic/Tiptronic , Full leather napa/two tone , Brabus Twin chrome tail pipe , Tinted Windows , Bi xenon , Rain Sensitive Wiper's , Keyless go , Tuning Chip , K & N Air Filter . Other toy Mv Agusta F4 Fully Tuned .
That's some piece of kit , Im also to order a CLS ,they are due to be Launched mid March 2005 !Although im unsure what model as the CLS 55 in the uk is about £72,000 or $125,000 thats porche money & a BMW M5 is cheaper !
Krgds
Eck Nice Machine you have there Blacks the colour for me !
CLK 270 CDI 03/03 245Bhp Obsidian metallic black , full factory fit amg kit , 18" Amg factory fit alloys , Full Command/ Sat nav + [Tv Courtesy of Steve from N/L ]
Linguatronic , Auto climate control , Full memory seats /Steering , Automatic/Tiptronic , Full leather napa/two tone , Brabus Twin chrome tail pipe , Tinted Windows , Bi xenon , Rain Sensitive Wiper's , Keyless go , Tuning Chip , K & N Air Filter . Other toy Mv Agusta F4 Fully Tuned .
02-24-2005, 03:16 PM
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Originally Posted by bm75204
I'm going to catch ***** for it from my anti-bling friends here in Dallas, but I'm also going for chromes. Growing up in The O.C., my first 7 cars had chromes. Texas is pretty low-bling in comparison.
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02-24-2005, 07:10 PM
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Getting my car delivered tomorrow...same color as your's and similar options...the one thing I had done to the car was to have the windows tinted and I can tell you, it's one of the hottest (and cheapest) things you can do for this car, especially in black...if people have ideas on hot wheels that would be great...can't wait to drive it.
02-24-2005, 09:38 PM
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I could not agree more. Got my black CLS55 tinted yesterday. Will post pictures tomorrow as it was raining today.
It makes a huge difference!
Whoever does your tint is in for a real treat. My guy tells me it is one of the worst rear windows ever in a Mercedes. The do the third light correctly you have to pull the rear deck and that is a MAJOR project in this car.
Enjoy!
Schiz
It makes a huge difference!
Whoever does your tint is in for a real treat. My guy tells me it is one of the worst rear windows ever in a Mercedes. The do the third light correctly you have to pull the rear deck and that is a MAJOR project in this car.
Enjoy!
Schiz
02-24-2005, 10:38 PM
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Originally Posted by IanSL55
I think it's just a matter of taste... when I was living in Dallas adding horns to the front of your car was about equal to having chrome wheels here in OC... and suffice to say, chrome wheels are probably on 1/3'd of the nice sleds out here...
FEAR NOT THE CHROME!
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FEAR NOT THE CHROME!
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I shall fear not and appreciate the support. I'd go at least 50% on the # of high-end cars there with chromes. In most places, not having chromes is either "normal" or "being discreet." In OC, not having them means "you're too cheap to pay for chromes!"
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02-24-2005, 11:15 PM
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That is MTV cribs like. Wow Wow Wow!
I have a obsidian black 05 E55, and I initailly didn't like the CLS too much, but man is it growing on me. Who knows, since I bought my E55 If the itch needs scratchin".....................................
P.S. I have had no maintenence issues with the black. Get good microfiber and a good sealant and wax and piece of cake.
No chrome. The Brabus VI two piece really looks mean on that.
I have a obsidian black 05 E55, and I initailly didn't like the CLS too much, but man is it growing on me. Who knows, since I bought my E55 If the itch needs scratchin".....................................
P.S. I have had no maintenence issues with the black. Get good microfiber and a good sealant and wax and piece of cake.
No chrome. The Brabus VI two piece really looks mean on that.
02-25-2005, 12:01 AM
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Dieselydoes it, I paid about $98,000 for mine and it is well equipped. This included the gas guzzler, etc. Really? the tint made that much of a difference. I like the look of the blue tint, but open to suggestions...what % did you all do it at, please post pics so I can view. Hey swisstrader check out the HRE's or Maido's, that is what Im considering heavily on for wheels, but then I also like the ones that come with it. Eagleeye, I had a struggle deciding on selling my E55 too, but am truly glad I did now after taking ownership of the CLS. Seeing one in person is much different than in the pics... To the guys that own CLS55's already, is it just me or does the car look much bigger and longer in person than it really is??? I looke under MBUSA's website and looked at the specs and its very close to the E55.
02-26-2005, 08:36 AM
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Originally Posted by Schiznick
I could not agree more. Got my black CLS55 tinted yesterday. Will post pictures tomorrow as it was raining today.
It makes a huge difference!
Whoever does your tint is in for a real treat. My guy tells me it is one of the worst rear windows ever in a Mercedes. The do the third light correctly you have to pull the rear deck and that is a MAJOR project in this car.
Enjoy!
Schiz
It makes a huge difference!
Whoever does your tint is in for a real treat. My guy tells me it is one of the worst rear windows ever in a Mercedes. The do the third light correctly you have to pull the rear deck and that is a MAJOR project in this car.
Enjoy!
Schiz
02-26-2005, 08:53 AM
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"Hey swisstrader check out the HRE's or Maido's, that is what Im considering heavily on for wheels, but then I also like the ones that come with it. "
I've decided after a long conversation with the dealer to keep the original AMG wheels...the wheels are pretty sharp to begin with and I've learned with trying to resell in a year or two, you can completely devalue your purchase with aftermarket wheels.
I've decided after a long conversation with the dealer to keep the original AMG wheels...the wheels are pretty sharp to begin with and I've learned with trying to resell in a year or two, you can completely devalue your purchase with aftermarket wheels.
02-28-2005, 10:28 AM
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It could devalue the tradein with aftermarket wheels? Wow I never heard or knew that, or maybe he means that they just dont give you the value of your aftermarket wheels. I just love the look of chrome on a nice black car, but seems most people think it is too flashy?
02-28-2005, 04:41 PM
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Originally Posted by swisstrader
"Hey swisstrader check out the HRE's or Maido's, that is what Im considering heavily on for wheels, but then I also like the ones that come with it. "
I've decided after a long conversation with the dealer to keep the original AMG wheels...the wheels are pretty sharp to begin with and I've learned with trying to resell in a year or two, you can completely devalue your purchase with aftermarket wheels.
I've decided after a long conversation with the dealer to keep the original AMG wheels...the wheels are pretty sharp to begin with and I've learned with trying to resell in a year or two, you can completely devalue your purchase with aftermarket wheels.
The factory wheels (std. or AMG) in chrome are fine for trade-in in the California/Arizona/Nevada/Florida markets, but questionable in most others (especially where roads are salted in winter). I wouldn't trade a car in with non-factory wheels. The best thing to do with aftermarket wheels is to keep the OEM originals in storage, put them back on when you trade in the car, then recoup part of your cost by selling the used aftermarket set on eBay. I've done this several times and it works beautifully.
