Anyone here have a Euro spec CLK 55 cab?
03-16-2005, 11:40 PM
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Anyone here have a Euro spec CLK 55 cab?
I need a vin number. I'm looking for some euro 55 Cab parts, and the US Customer assistance center won't help me without a VIN. Anybody got one, or a suggestion where to get one? Yes, a 208, preferably an 03. Thanks for the help...
03-17-2005, 01:16 PM
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Oops....I just searched there
.....and realized you had posted a question to them some time ago about this very topic. It appears that since only 400 W208 AMG cabrios were produced (most for the U.S. market, it is believed), your chances of finding somebody with a euro-spring setup may be pretty slim. I'm sure you are painfully aware of this.
I don't know if this helps or not, but I was told by the folks at the AMG Owners Group that the euro-spec springs were just a tad shorter, but the AMG dampers were the same (there was only one spec., not a U.S. version and euro version).
Expanding on that information, it appears that if you can get your hands on some euro-spec springs (IF they exist - as I said - most of the cabrios came here to the U.S.) and '55' cabrio dampers, you may solve your issue. Or, just buy a W208 AMG cabrio
If I were considering the changes you are, I would drive an AMG cabrio first (if you haven't done so already) to see if there is any real improvement to your liking. I know you've been frustrated with your current setup for some time.
One other guy on the AMG forum suggested a Brabus setup. Have you looked into that? Was Gert not able to assist you?
I don't know if this helps or not, but I was told by the folks at the AMG Owners Group that the euro-spec springs were just a tad shorter, but the AMG dampers were the same (there was only one spec., not a U.S. version and euro version).
Expanding on that information, it appears that if you can get your hands on some euro-spec springs (IF they exist - as I said - most of the cabrios came here to the U.S.) and '55' cabrio dampers, you may solve your issue. Or, just buy a W208 AMG cabrio
If I were considering the changes you are, I would drive an AMG cabrio first (if you haven't done so already) to see if there is any real improvement to your liking. I know you've been frustrated with your current setup for some time.
One other guy on the AMG forum suggested a Brabus setup. Have you looked into that? Was Gert not able to assist you?
