Sale~ KW Variant 2 INOX Coilovers New for W203/W209
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Sale~ KW Variant 2 INOX Coilovers New for W209 only
Hey everyone, I am sure you guys saw my post of when I told you guys I bought the coilovers and when I received it. It was basically a week ago. I bought the set of KW Variant 2 coilovers for my CLK500.
As you guys know, for the w209 basically the only coilovers that work for the car are the KW coilovers, Bilstein P-SS9 coilovers, and the carlsson rs sport coilovers. I bought the KW coilovers because they pretty much are the same as the Bilsteins and the Carlssons. I can adjust the height as well as the shocks/rebounding as to how stiff I want the ride to be. These coilovers are also cheaper than Bilsteins and the Carlssons because they are not imported from outside the United States.
Let me assure you guys that I did not ever put my car down and drive with the coilovers on. These coilovers are basically brand new, I just had the shop install it once, and had them taken off. These really arent used coilovers, they are brand new still..it was just taken out, put on once, and taken off. Pictures will be put up shortly.
As far as I know, these will fit w209 chassis cars because they are pretty much the same as far as rotors/brakes etc. Anyway, I am really just trying to get back what I paid for. I bought these from Neal on this board. I will have pictures of my kit shortly. I bought these for close to 1500 including shipping. I am looking to sell these coilovers for 1400 shipped, maybe a little bit more depending on where you are. Offers are also opened, just PM me. Please dont lowball me becasuse they are basically brand new.
As you guys know, for the w209 basically the only coilovers that work for the car are the KW coilovers, Bilstein P-SS9 coilovers, and the carlsson rs sport coilovers. I bought the KW coilovers because they pretty much are the same as the Bilsteins and the Carlssons. I can adjust the height as well as the shocks/rebounding as to how stiff I want the ride to be. These coilovers are also cheaper than Bilsteins and the Carlssons because they are not imported from outside the United States.
Let me assure you guys that I did not ever put my car down and drive with the coilovers on. These coilovers are basically brand new, I just had the shop install it once, and had them taken off. These really arent used coilovers, they are brand new still..it was just taken out, put on once, and taken off. Pictures will be put up shortly.
As far as I know, these will fit w209 chassis cars because they are pretty much the same as far as rotors/brakes etc. Anyway, I am really just trying to get back what I paid for. I bought these from Neal on this board. I will have pictures of my kit shortly. I bought these for close to 1500 including shipping. I am looking to sell these coilovers for 1400 shipped, maybe a little bit more depending on where you are. Offers are also opened, just PM me. Please dont lowball me becasuse they are basically brand new.
Last edited by AznxKCBoy; Mar 25, 2005 at 04:58 PM. Reason: only for w209
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Here are the pictures I just took from the coilovers. As you can see, these are still very clean, just like right out of the box. These retail for 1850, and I got this for a little cheaper than retail price. I am willing to negotiate because these were in fact put on my car, but taken off basically right after. PM me, I am very easy to deal with, thanks. Also, i really just want 1400 shipped. This is a killer deal! Local pickup in the bay area, we can take off some money because you wouldnt have to pay for shipping. These are like brand new! My loss is your gain. Please look at the pics below and see for yourself.
Last edited by AznxKCBoy; Mar 24, 2005 at 11:59 PM.
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Iam using 20 inch HRE wheels..at front 20x8,5 offset +30 and rear 20x10 offset 32..is it possible?cause My friend used that KW2 inox coilover and he got problem with the front coilover..it touch witht he tires so he had to add another 5mm spacer...
please let me know ok..thnx
Felix
please let me know ok..thnx
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hey fadedinc, to answer your question, I am not really into racing on the tracks or racing on the streets. I am just trying to make my car look sportier and cleaner. The coilovers are really for some peeps who want to use the car for racing or drop it really low to the ground. I just realized that I didnt need that, and that I spent way too much money on a suspension set. I am also in a little financial trouble, not big enough for me to sell rims or anything, but trying to get some money back for my coilovers.
For dronellis, I PMed you. With regards to using spacers or not, Im not totally sure. If you end up installing it, and do need spacer, Im sure it wont be big, like 5 mm like your friend. It all depends on how that wheel was built from HRE. I dont want to say "no you dont" or "yes you do" for spacers because I am not totally sure.
For dronellis, I PMed you. With regards to using spacers or not, Im not totally sure. If you end up installing it, and do need spacer, Im sure it wont be big, like 5 mm like your friend. It all depends on how that wheel was built from HRE. I dont want to say "no you dont" or "yes you do" for spacers because I am not totally sure.
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haha hey frisco, ya it really does suck. I think I will have to wait a bit to try a different suspension, like springs only or something, less expensive hehe.
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also if it is local pickup, i will do it for cheaper. I need to sell these off, thanks. Please no low ball offers.
Update price:
Local Pickup - 1250
Not local - 1250 + shipping.
Please PM me, thanks. This is really a killer deal. Remember, this is basically a new set of coilovers, put on once, and taken off. It has 0 miles on them. Just like brand new from the box.
Update price:
Local Pickup - 1250
Not local - 1250 + shipping.
Please PM me, thanks. This is really a killer deal. Remember, this is basically a new set of coilovers, put on once, and taken off. It has 0 miles on them. Just like brand new from the box.
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Originally Posted by AznxKCBoy
anyone else interested? pm me!
yupe bro..iam still here dawg.hahaha
btw since you are in San mateo,probably you can sent it to my friend house or he can get it to there.let me know ok
Ive sent your email bro..please look at it..
thnx
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I still haven't heard from KW...
About whether or not they'll work with the CLK55. I called and spoke with someone, but he wasn't sure and he said that he would check with the engineers. As of Thursday night, I haven't heard back from him, so I'll call him tomorrow morning...
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Originally Posted by AMG///Merc
About whether or not they'll work with the CLK55. I called and spoke with someone, but he wasn't sure and he said that he would check with the engineers. As of Thursday night, I haven't heard back from him, so I'll call him tomorrow morning...
Best regards,
Matt
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Now I'm really confused...
Originally Posted by BlackC230Coupe
Of course they will. This set is made for a W209 CLK, the CLK55 only has different springs, shocks and sways from the other CLKs. But if it helps I have sold the set to a few people with CLK55's and they fit perfect.
As I was given the impression that they weren't right for the V8 model CLK's because of the additional weight of the V8. I don't doubt that they would fit, but I imagine that they might not be sprung and damped properly for the CLK500/55...
I was told that KW will be making a set specifically for the CLK55, so I'll wait till they're available, and besides this set's sold...
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Originally Posted by AMG///Merc
As I was given the impression that they weren't right for the V8 model CLK's because of the additional weight of the V8. I don't doubt that they would fit, but I imagine that they might not be sprung and damped properly for the CLK500/55...
I was told that KW will be making a set specifically for the CLK55, so I'll wait till they're available, and besides this set's sold...
Best regards,
Matt
I was told that KW will be making a set specifically for the CLK55, so I'll wait till they're available, and besides this set's sold...
Best regards,
Matt
They are right. I have W203 C class coilovers on my C55. I have spoke to people at KW and they said the C55 will be fine with the W203 coilovers which is mostly 4 and 6 cyls.
If KW was so worried about the proper weight on them, they would make different veriosn for CLK convertible models. Which they dont. A convertible adds a few hundred pounds. Comparing the V8 to the V6 is not to far off in weight like the convertible. KW may say they will come out with a CLK55 version, all they will really do is change the label on the other CLK ones to CLK55.
Again, mine were not designed for a V8, and the car handels amazing. Even cars such a Brabus CV8 C class with a V8, the suspension used on that car is not any different from the other c-class suspension from Brabus for the 4cy and 6cyl cars.
Also, many people use C class coilovers for the W209 CLKs with V8s.
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hey blackc320coupe, i ma interested in doing a coilover setup on my car. you say your car handles amazing now, how would you rate it compared to the stock setup. Also along those lines, which coilover brand would you recommend?? thanks in advance
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Off topic but blackc230k I sent you a PM just waiting to hear back from ya. BOT though- will putting this suspension on void my warranty?
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it really depends on your service advisor mine said no problem but i have heard others saying it was it would only void warranty on suspension items not on others things at all i bought kw's from neil and will be installing them tomorrow finally i am expecting a big improvment ill let you guys know how it goes
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Originally Posted by more151please
hey blackc320coupe, i ma interested in doing a coilover setup on my car. you say your car handles amazing now, how would you rate it compared to the stock setup. Also along those lines, which coilover brand would you recommend?? thanks in advance
Yes, the car really handles awesome now. I have mine set kind of low and also the rebound is set as stiff as it goes which probably can have something to do with it.
I would say the car right now is MUCH more stiff then stock, and also i cannot really feel any body roll with the coilovers installed. My car feels way more fun to drive now then a E46 M3! Nobody beleives it unless they drive it. Also having wider stickier tires doesnt hurt either.
I would go with the KW Variant 2's or Bilstein PSS9's. In terms of performance, they are VERY close. If you want to save some money, go with the KW's.
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Originally Posted by TheBossman
Off topic but blackc230k I sent you a PM just waiting to hear back from ya. BOT though- will putting this suspension on void my warranty? thanks
Sorry for the late response. I just replied back now.
The suspension would not void your warrenty on anything but your suspension. Also, its not voided unless the dealer can prove it caused a problem with your suspension. Most dealers could care less about a suspension change.
