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.

the cls 55 was offered w/ a lsd, make sure it has the 030 package, it comes w/ a diff and some other performance parts

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.

that's a serious upgrade! that's what I wanna move up to some time from now

good luck!

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.....

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.

Nice choice! I was thinking the same thing... but will have to wait a couple of years and will probably buy one with more miles.

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.

UPDATE GUYS!


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

Hey man - personally, I'd stick with the 55 blown motors. There's just something about a FI car that does it for me!
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
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!

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..

same here... I'm not really "feeling" the fact that AMG opted for a big *** engine to make more power. They should've stuck with the kompressors or maybe tried propagating down the twin turbos from the V12s. So the C class would be V6-TT... and the bigger cars be V8-TT. Throw in a 7-speed box with the turbos and you got a no-lag smooth machine.

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.

I don't really like the rear of CLS class
why not go for m5??

Thanks for your input! I will keep more of an eye open towards the E55