2005 CLK55 AMG or 2007 CLK550 Coupe
Thread Starter
Super Member
Joined: Oct 2007
Posts: 678
Likes: 22
CLK 55 AMG 2005 and CLK 63 AMG cab.2007 - 2009 EVO - 2013 ML63 AMG - 2018 G63 AMG
2005 CLK55 AMG or 2007 CLK550 Coupe
Wondering which to choose... Coupe only
I guess the AMG have better parts and even if the 550 is
20hp more is not better.
What do you think guys?
what to buy.
I guess the AMG have better parts and even if the 550 is
20hp more is not better.
What do you think guys?
what to buy.
Senior Member
Joined: Feb 2006
Posts: 284
Likes: 0
From: NYC
CLK 55
Super Member
Joined: Oct 2007
Posts: 917
Likes: 1
From: Manassas, VA
10 Cayenne GTS, 07 Porsche 911 Turbo
Buy the 05 CLK55, it is a very low production car with only 247 units sold in the USA vs. XXXX probably for the 07. It will hold its value over time better than the 07. You'll feel better driving an AMG car and you won't notice the 20hp difference.
MBWorld Fanatic!
Joined: Dec 2005
Posts: 4,057
Likes: 341
From: NJ
2009 SL63 AMG
MBWorld Fanatic!
Joined: Jun 2005
Posts: 1,280
Likes: 0
CLK550
Completely different. The CLK55 motor is actually a 5.4 Liter, with 24 Valves and SOHC. The CLK550 motor is a 5.5 Liter, with 32 Valves and DOHC. Mods for the CLK55 revolve commonly around the airbox, filters, headers, pulley...along with an ECU tune. Since this motor has been around since '01, there are quite a bit more upgrade options for it. Test drive both, and see which you personally prefer.
Trending Topics
MBWorld Fanatic!
Joined: Dec 2005
Posts: 4,057
Likes: 341
From: NJ
2009 SL63 AMG
I forgot to add cams to the list. These are not cheap cars to squeeze more power out of, which is the negative. As for power gains, a rough estimate would be in the lower end of the 400 crank horsepower range.
http://www.dragtimes.com/2003-Merced...aphs-9197.html
MB World Stories
The Best of Mercedes & AMG
Manual Mercedes? 6 Times Sindelfingen Let Drivers Have All The Fun
Verdad Gallardo
Mercedes SLR McLaren 722 S Is Extremely Rare Example Modified by McLaren
Verdad Gallardo
8 Classic Boxy Mercedes Designs That Have Aged Like Fine Wine
Verdad Gallardo
Flawlessly Restored Mercedes 190E Evo II Heads to Auction
Verdad Gallardo
Electric Mercedes C-Class Unveiled: 11 Things You Need to Know
Verdad Gallardo
Mercedes EQS Gets A Major Update: Everything You Need to Know
Verdad Gallardo
5 Underrated Mercedes-Benz Models That Don't Get the Love They Deserve
Verdad Gallardo
Mercedes 300D Has Pushed Well Past 1 Million Miles and It Ain't Stopping
Verdad Gallardo
10 Most Reliable Mercedes-Benz Models You Can Buy Used
Verdad Gallardo
MBWorld Fanatic!
Joined: Jun 2005
Posts: 1,280
Likes: 0
CLK550
I forgot to add cams to the list. These are not cheap cars to squeeze more power out of, which is the negative. As for power gains, a rough estimate would be in the lower end of the 400 crank horsepower range.
http://www.dragtimes.com/2003-Merced...aphs-9197.html
http://www.dragtimes.com/2003-Merced...aphs-9197.html
. I really would like to achieve a 350whp daily driver, but i dont want to add cams, headers (maybe headers if i get them cheap). But it seems kina expensive to do so...might have to rethink the CLK55
MBWorld Fanatic!
Joined: Jul 2002
Posts: 9,734
Likes: 65
From: Hotlanta
AMG
Add a blower....that the only way you're going to get 350whp without Nitrous.
MBWorld Fanatic!
Joined: Dec 2005
Posts: 4,057
Likes: 341
From: NJ
2009 SL63 AMG
Super Member
Joined: Jun 2007
Posts: 613
Likes: 1
From: Sparks, NV
03 CLK 55 AMG, IMCO muffler/Magnaflow tips, KW V1 coilovers, 19" Petrol Metrix Wheels
definitely go with the 55. there are lots of people who drive Mercedes. AMG's just offer a little exclusivity.
MBWorld Fanatic!
Joined: Dec 2005
Posts: 1,289
Likes: 4
From: Indiana
2003 AMG SL55, 2002 AMG CLK55, 2002 AMG ML55, 2005 ML350, 1995 S320 LWB - totaled
AMG CLK 55 all the way. You get so much more for your money.
AMG is so much more than just an engine upgrade.
Engines are 80+ % rebuilt at the AMG factory balanced and blue printed.
HP numbers are understated by the factory. The AMG 5.4 motor put out much closer to 400 HP than the stated 342-362 HP. I have seen it done in Affalterbach.
Engine, transmission, brakes, suspension, seats, guages, wheels & tires.
The list goes on and on.
BUY AMG you will very happy.!!! 
AMG is so much more than just an engine upgrade.
Engines are 80+ % rebuilt at the AMG factory balanced and blue printed.
HP numbers are understated by the factory. The AMG 5.4 motor put out much closer to 400 HP than the stated 342-362 HP. I have seen it done in Affalterbach.
Engine, transmission, brakes, suspension, seats, guages, wheels & tires.
The list goes on and on.
BUY AMG you will very happy.!!!
