CLK 5xx sports suspension option
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CLK550, Sports Suspension, Black Opal
CLK 5xx sports suspension option
I got my CLK550 with the sports suspension option. (not the same as the option for the 350). Its a real bargain on the 5xx at less than $300. It really makes a difference in handling, but I am going nuts trying to figure out exactly what they are using. The shocks are stiffer and the springs are stiffer AND have a slight drop. At this price, I doubt that they developed or maintain the parts for this purpose alone. Are these the same springs and shocks as they had on the AMG? Or what other model / vehicle?
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it is not the same set up as on the amg models because they actually have a lower ride height. what you are paying for is a different set of springs. i got the option on my 06 clk350 and ended up replacing the springs anyway because it was not aggressive enough for me.
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no the sport suspension option on the v8 clks
have different shocks, springs and have a lower ride height (very small) but i dont think its the same setup they use in the AMG model. I actually think its the setup they use in any european V8 clk model. They raise and soften the cars for the US market to adjust to potholed roads.
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have different shocks, springs and have a lower ride height (very small) but i dont think its the same setup they use in the AMG model. I actually think its the setup they use in any european V8 clk model. They raise and soften the cars for the US market to adjust to potholed roads.
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I put H & R springs on there. I kept the factory shocks and still have a good ride. the handling and aesthetics are much better. sits a touch lower than the amg does. the best mod you can do to this car.
