upgrade to cls55
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upgrade to cls55
Hey Guys,
I got the power bug and interested in a cls55 AMG! I will wait about one to two years old and buy it used with under 30k miles what u think pretty big upgrade? Is LSD offered for this car? I posted this thread prior to doing a search but gonna checkout right now.
I got the power bug and interested in a cls55 AMG! I will wait about one to two years old and buy it used with under 30k miles what u think pretty big upgrade? Is LSD offered for this car? I posted this thread prior to doing a search but gonna checkout right now.
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might as well get a new one versus a 2 year old one. the CLS is the only class for MB that retain it's value well other than the SL.
anything bigger than the C I'd say it's an upgrade.
anything bigger than the C I'd say it's an upgrade.
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'05 C55 AMG '15 Jeep SRT '11 G37S
I'm in the same boat as you. I'd love to upgrade to the CLS......the wife prefers the looks of the E better tho.....
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By the time I get it I will know every inch of it and know what to look for. I would like to get the new cls63 but way to pricey so gonna go with first model out and by the time I get it I will know what to lookout for in the meantime I am planning to continue to do upgrades to my current C32.
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If more miles gives me what I am looking for then so be it.........if I can buy this C32 with 42k miles then I can get a CLS55/63 with about the same or less or a little more.
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Hey Guys,
I got the power bug and interested in a cls55 AMG! I will wait about one to two years old and buy it used with under 30k miles what u think pretty big upgrade? Is LSD offered for this car? I posted this thread prior to doing a search but gonna checkout right now.![devil](https://mbworld.org/forums/images/smilies/devil.gif)
I got the power bug and interested in a cls55 AMG! I will wait about one to two years old and buy it used with under 30k miles what u think pretty big upgrade? Is LSD offered for this car? I posted this thread prior to doing a search but gonna checkout right now.
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I am also looking at E55......
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2007 Mercedes-Benz E63 Amg
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Layout
Longitudinal front engine, rear-wheel drive
Engine
6.2-liter V8, dohc, four valves per cylinder
Transmission
Seven-speed automatic with AMG Speedshift
Suspension
F: Independent four-link with double wishbones, gas shocks, stabilizer bar
R: Independent five-link, gas shocks, stabilizer bar
Brakes
Dual-circuit system, ventilated and perforated rotors, ABS, Brake Assist
Dimensions
Length x Width x Height (in.):190.3 x 71.7 x 58.4
Wheelbase: 112.4 in.
Curb Weight: 4,035 lb
Performance
Peak Power: 507 bhp @ 6800 rpm
Peak Torque: 465 lb-ft @ 5200 rpm
0-60 mph: 4.3 sec.
Top Speed: 155 mph (limited)
Why We Love It:
Limousine-quality ride, exceptional fit and finish, sports car acceleration
Why We Don't:
Less torque than the outgoing supercharged 5.5L... but we'll get over it
The Price Tag:
$83,000 (est.)
CLS55
Exterior
Length: 194 in. Width: 73.7 in.
Height: 54.7 in. Wheel Base: 112.4 in.
Curb Weight: 4050 lbs.
Interior
Front Head Room: 36.9 in. Front Hip Room: 58 in.
Front Shoulder Room: 56.2 in. Rear Head Room: 36.1 in.
Rear Shoulder Room: 56 in. Rear Hip Room: 57.6 in.
Front Leg Room: 42.1 in. Rear Leg Room: 35 in.
Luggage Capacity: 15.8 cu. ft. Maximum Cargo Capacity: 16 cu. ft.
Maximum Seating: 4
Performance Data
Performance
Base Number of Cylinders: 8 Base Engine Size: 5.4 liters
Base Engine Type: V8 Horsepower: 469 hp
Max Horsepower: 6100 rpm Torque: 516 ft-lbs.
Max Torque: 2650 rpm Drive Type: RWD
Turning Circle: 36.7 ft.
Fuel Data
Fuel
Fuel Tank Capacity: 21.1 gal.
EPA Mileage Estimates: (City/Highway)
Automatic: : 14 mpg / 20 mpg
Range in Miles: (City/Highway)
Automatic: 295.4 mi. / 422 mi.
E55
Engine 5.5L V-8 469HP
Transmission 5-spd AMG Speed Shift w/OD
Alternator 150 amp
Axle Ratio 2.65
Fuel Tank 20.6 gal.
Exhaust Dual stainless steel with chrome tailpipe finish
Drive Type Rear-wheel
Traction Control ABS & driveline
Electronic Stability Standard
Ride Control Automatic w/driver control
Adaptive Suspension Standard
Auto-Levelling Suspension 4-corner
Front Suspension Multi-link
Front Anti-Roll Bar Standard
Rear Anti-Roll Bar Standard
Rear Springs Air
Rear Shocks AMG
Steering Rack & pinion
Brakes 4 wheel disc
Vented Disc Brakes Front and rear
Wheels 18.0" silver alloy
Front Tires P245/40ZR18.0BSW Performance
Rear Tires (if different from Front) 265/35
Spare Tire and Wheel Compact steel
Seating Capacity 5
Front Seat Type Premium bucket
Front Headrests Power adjustable w/tilt
Front Armrests Center w/storage
Front Driver Seat Direction Controls (12-way power)
Rear Seats Bench
Rear Armrests Center
Memory Driver and passenger seats
Seat Trim Leather
Headliner Full cloth
Floor Trim Carpet
Floor Mats Carpeted front & rear
Dashboard Insert Genuine wood
Gear Shift Knob Trim Leather/genuine wood
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I know that some of the other forums have discussed some of these models individually and I'm sure you are aware of the debate going on between the E55/E63
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But, having seen the 55 go up against the 63 (E and CLS models) at the ATL AMG meet earlier this month, there's no way I'd fork out the extra $$ for what is supposed to be an upgrade. Get yourself an E55 that did not go in for the latest engine management update. Just my 0.02!
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I have to admit I am also in favor of the supercharger over the new NA models. Not to mention I am not all that fond of the E63's look. I would definitely prefer the CLS55 or the E55.. Hopefully the prices drop a little with the new models coming out..
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2003 C32 AMG BLACK
I know they're more concerned with smoothness than anything else, but that's BS... AMG is a performance tuning division... they need to be putting out cars with "Performance" as a priority.