Sidv22

Thought I should create a build thread since its been a while since Xena the warrior princess came home (thats what I lovingly call my C63) I never created a build thread for my previous C63 (not that either of them is as heavily modified as some of the rides here) but I have gone few mods on her already and planning some in the future.
First thing I started off with was the Eurocharged V5 tune. I had it on my previous C63 and the new one didn't quite feel the same. Hats off to team Eurocharged for their great customer service and for giving me a great deal for being a repeat customer.
I had straight pipes on my white C63 but felt that it was a tad too loud. Luckily, another forum member @abcut973 was parting out his C63 sedan and in that process, I ended up buying his H pipe off him. Although he's not a seller/sponsor on his forum, the packaging and fast shipping rivaled that of many sponsor companies on here lol.
Next, it was time to add some CF goodies so I purchased the JL motoring diffuser from Tal@ACG, Mode carbon spoiler from Nicholas@Mode carbon and CF mirror caps from RW carbon and got them installed in one go. She transformed quite a bit after these additions. I had great buying experience from all the 3 guys and will not hesitate doing business with them again.
I am not a big fan of chrome and especially on red, the chrome pieces get highlighted. So the chrome had to go or atleast get hidden. I got the window trim wrapped in gloss black from Don, who is also a sponsor on this forum. Straight up guy and does quality work, will definitely recommend.
For the other chrome parts, emblems, and grille, I took the Rice-y route and plastidipped them. The result is good but I need to find something more permanent and bit more classier than spray rubber paint.
Here are some pics along with my DD. Next mod will H&R springs plus spacers and a BS hood if my bank balance says an emphatic yes.

Ihopaz

How did you black out your grill? The side 6.3 AMG is that also blacked out, if so how did you do that also?

Great looking cars!

INS1GNIA

Very nicely modded. That red interior seems to match great to the outside color. Have any plans for wheels?

ek9beezler

Looks good. What rear spoiler and diffuser is that? Where can I pick up some clear side markers?

rentzington

nice, now you're going to need black wheels to match all that blackedout trim.

slightly OT question, but how do you like that A5? wifes toying with the idea of an audi for her.

Mort

Hey Sidv22 the car looks great. I agree on the H&R and spacers to give Xena a proper stance. She is a tuned athlete after all.

How about some details on how you blacked out the trim, type of window tints and what spoiler and diffuser you are rocking.

Looking great.

Sidv22

Thanks a lot! I dipped all the emblems, front grille and LEDs with plastidip.

Thanks the red combo does fetch me a lot of compliments which keeps me happy No wheel plans yet in the near future but I am eyeing the newly released BBS CI-R's. Waiting for them to release in black and then I might bite.

Rear spoiler is Mode carbon and diffuser is JL motoring big fin diffuser. Both are excellent quality although the spoiler quality is slightly better. you can buy the sidemarkers off ebay. I think the seller is called fishcake321

yeah, I am planning get the wheels powder coated in black. however, I might grab a set of BBS CI-R maybe next year.
The A5 is a great car and my daily driver. I have had it for more than 4 years and no issues yet (knock on wood) Comfortable to drive and handling is good for city as well as highway. Of course, the power is no where near AMG powaaa, but I drive in heavy traffic for 60 miles everyday and she gets the job done with no hassle. And surprisingly, the A5 has more road presence than the AMG. I have got more compliments for the A5 than the C63.

Thanks Mort! I updated my OP. What use is a build thread if there are no details lol.
I have 35% all round suntek CXP and I found it to be better than the 3M cystalline on the Audi. The window trim is wrapped with gloss black vinyl although I am not sure of the manufacturer. Diffuser is JL motoring diffuser coz its a big fin diffuser and bigger fins are better

Sidv22

15 yo nephew insisted that he wanted to dip my wheels bronze, so I let him do it. Doesnt look bad and I like the fact that its reversible. not the best pic but you get the idea.

chrisridebike8

Bronze on red. Dig it!

INS1GNIA

It starts with the wheels and then it turns into this:



At least it was only dipped lol.

solekeeper

i like the rear. well done

Bennyxt

looks fantastic!!