Really Been Throwing It Around Lately

Subscribe
Apr 16, 2011 | 02:09 AM
  #1  
Just like the title says, I've been driving around a lot lately with the traction control off, not completely disabled but the one that leaves the orange exclamation in the triangle on. The other one still scares me haha, but anyway, I've been letting the PS2s have it every chance I get a clearing and I have to say, this thing is pretty tough to handle!

I mean, clearly the suspension is not much help even with the sport mode, it still feels kinda wobbly but maybe thats because my technique needs work. I've definitely lost it a bunch of times! Its kinda scary I'm glad I haven't hit anything, I guess I'm not that bad but once or twice I def got lucky.

Does anyone else do this? What are your thoughts on it? Do you find the car hard to control when you slide it? I want to get better at and have better control over it but I need more practice. Any good advice out there?
Reply 0
Apr 16, 2011 | 03:14 AM
  #2  
Before the brabus module my car felt very "lose" and hard to handle. Getting the tires to grip where you want them was hard. I got the brabus module installed and on frim 2 settting it handles ALOT better. The suspension is alot firmer and steering is a lot precise. I've noticed you can't really power throttle yourself out of trouble but maintain certain speed and steer your self to correct.
Reply 0
Apr 16, 2011 | 09:56 AM
  #3  
Now when you raise your car up, how high will it sit? Thats a concern for me I drive NYC often.
Reply 0
Apr 16, 2011 | 04:07 PM
  #4  
It will still go relatively high but I'm running a combination of module, links and washers. I know what you mean Toronto roads are worse
Reply 0
Apr 20, 2011 | 09:00 PM
  #5  
The thing is that you are really driving a boat and no suspension tricks can defy physics so I would leave track driving to cars made for that purpose and certainly off public roads.
Reply 0
Apr 22, 2011 | 12:45 PM
  #6  
Yea its clearly true this is not a handling car, but after watching that youtube video of the MKB CL throwing up fireworks off the trunk mid-drift I thought maybe I'm just doing something wrong...
Reply 0
Apr 25, 2011 | 12:52 AM
  #7  
Quote: Yea its clearly true this is not a handling car, but after watching that youtube video of the MKB CL throwing up fireworks off the trunk mid-drift I thought maybe I'm just doing something wrong...
link?

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vyb7RMgcXO0

?
Reply 0
Subscribe
Currently Active Users (1)
 
story-0

6 Mercedes Models That Did NOT Age Well (But Are Somehow Still Cool)

Slideshow: Not every Mercedes design becomes timeless, some feel stuck in the era they came from.

By Verdad Gallardo | 2026-05-12 18:09:07


VIEW MORE
story-1

Manual Mercedes? 6 Times Sindelfingen Let Drivers Have All The Fun

Slideshow: Yes, Mercedes built manual cars, and some of them are far more interesting than you'd expect.

By Verdad Gallardo | 2026-05-02 12:36:58


VIEW MORE
story-2

Mercedes SLR McLaren 722 S Is Extremely Rare Example Modified by McLaren

Slideshow: A one-of-one U.S.-spec Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren Roadster became even rarer after a factory-backed transformation at McLaren's headquarters.

By Verdad Gallardo | 2026-04-29 11:19:28


VIEW MORE
story-3

8 Classic Boxy Mercedes Designs That Have Aged Like Fine Wine

Slideshow: Before curves took over, Mercedes mastered the art of the straight line, and some of those shapes still look right today.

By Verdad Gallardo | 2026-04-25 12:05:49


VIEW MORE
story-4

Flawlessly Restored Mercedes 190E Evo II Heads to Auction

Slideshow: The 190E Evolution II shows how a homologation necessity became a six-figure collector icon.

By Verdad Gallardo | 2026-04-22 17:53:47


VIEW MORE
story-5

Electric Mercedes C-Class Unveiled: 11 Things You Need to Know

Slideshow: Mercedes is turning one of its core nameplates electric, and the details show just how serious this shift is.

By Verdad Gallardo | 2026-04-21 13:58:06


VIEW MORE
story-6

Mercedes EQS Gets A Major Update: Everything You Need to Know

Slideshow: Faster charging, longer range, and a controversial steer-by-wire system define the latest evolution of Mercedes-Benz EQS.

By Verdad Gallardo | 2026-04-15 10:35:34


VIEW MORE
story-7

5 Underrated Mercedes-Benz Models That Don't Get the Love They Deserve

Slideshow: These overlooked Mercedes-Benz models never got the spotlight, but they quietly delivered more than most remember.

By Verdad Gallardo | 2026-04-13 19:35:45


VIEW MORE
story-8

Mercedes 300D Has Pushed Well Past 1 Million Miles and It Ain't Stopping

Slideshow: A well-used 1991 Mercedes-Benz 300D with more than one million miles is now looking for a new owner, and it still appears ready for more.

By Verdad Gallardo | 2026-04-10 10:05:15


VIEW MORE
story-9

10 Most Reliable Mercedes-Benz Models You Can Buy Used

Slideshow: From bulletproof sedans to surprisingly tough SUVs, these Mercedes models proved that the three-pointed star can go the distance.

By Verdad Gallardo | 2026-04-08 09:55:49


VIEW MORE