CLA 35, CLA 45 AMG (C117, C118) 2013 to Present, Two generations

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Old Mar 6, 2018 | 11:06 AM
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Hey everyone. So I'm new to the AMG community, and Mercedes in general, and was curious on some tips/tricks or things to look out for. I have been driving Evo's for the last 10 years and recently traded in my Final Edition for a new 2016 CLA45 AMG. Couldn't pass up the deal, since it was a new 2016 I ended up paying 51k on a 68k sticker. Anyways, I've looked around a lot at parts and it looks like really all these cars need to be pretty quick but still a daily is an intake, downpipe, and tune. Any input? I've always used AMS for my Evo's, so I'm familiar with them. Any other Mercedes specific companies I should know about? I know it's a lot to address, I've just been part of a specific community for a long time so I'm trying to branch out. Since they don't make my beloved Evo's anymore I'll probably be an AMG driver for the forseeable future. Thanks in advance for any info!

-David
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Old Mar 6, 2018 | 05:09 PM
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Welcome! that CLA is a beast.. post pics when you get a chance! i used to be a JDM guy myself, but when i grew up i could not resist the Benz life!
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Old Mar 19, 2018 | 11:34 PM
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Don't forget to redeem your free day at the AMG academy if you bought the car new!
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Old Mar 20, 2018 | 12:31 PM
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Don't forget to redeem your free day at the AMG academy if you bought the car new!
Already signed up! Going in November
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Old Mar 20, 2018 | 04:11 PM
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I have the weistec air intake and downpipe upgrade and looking for a reliable tune here in Abu Dhabi.

As of companies; you've got: Weistec, AMS, and Eurocharged are the top 3 that i seek to get products from.
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