Type of Differential
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Type of Differential
Just today we test drove a C55. It is a very nice car; there were things we liked and some that did not attract us much. After we left the dealership, few questions came to mind and I could not find some of the answers at the mbusa.com.
One of them is the type of differential utilized on it. I'd appreciate if someone can enlighten me.
Thank you.
One of them is the type of differential utilized on it. I'd appreciate if someone can enlighten me.
Thank you.
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1996 C36 AMG, 1995 Volvo 850 Turbowagon
search this forum...i'm pretty sure this has come up. no limited slip differential for c32. uses the electronics for that. i think one of our members here is offering lsd for those interested...
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CLS55 AMG
Yeah, this is a sore point of mine....
...we get stuck with the same open diff in the CLK55, and it SUCKS. I find it inexplicable that Corvettes, Trans Ams, Camaros, Mustangs, etc., all of which cost a helluvalot less than a CLK55, come with limited slip diffs and decent-sized rear tires, yet Mercedes gives us an open diff with no limited slip option *and* sticks 245's on a car w/390 lb-ft of torque. Ridiculous. Still love the car, but Mercedes, pull your collective heads out and offer these high-torque monsters with a proper limited slip!! 
Thank you very much for the information, much appreciated.
Originally Posted by FT@SELGP
Thank you very much for the information, much appreciated.
