new 2005 55 cab
12-13-2004, 01:52 PM
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2005 CLK55 Cab
new 2005 55 cab
I just bought a 2005 55 cab this weekend. I had a CLK500 on order, but my heart told me to go with what I really wanted. I couldn't get past the difference in sound between the 500 and the 55.
Last night put the top down and cruised the Christmas lights in town.
Amazing amazing amazing car....
Cabriolet
Black on Black
Keyless go
DVD Nav
Lighting Package
Glad to be here and hopefully I can post some pics if i can get my a** out of the seat.
Last night put the top down and cruised the Christmas lights in town.
Amazing amazing amazing car....
Cabriolet
Black on Black
Keyless go
DVD Nav
Lighting Package
Glad to be here and hopefully I can post some pics if i can get my a** out of the seat.
12-13-2004, 02:47 PM
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congratulations!
i'm debating on getting a new 55 cab myself.
saw one this weekend at w.i. simonson in santa monica that was also black.
and you're right - that engine makes my 430 sound like a honda.
can't wait to see pics.
if you don't mind my asking, what kind of deal did you get?
i'm debating on getting a new 55 cab myself.
saw one this weekend at w.i. simonson in santa monica that was also black.
and you're right - that engine makes my 430 sound like a honda.
can't wait to see pics.
if you don't mind my asking, what kind of deal did you get?
12-13-2004, 05:52 PM
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i am not ashamed to say I paid sticker $87500 . They wouldn't budge, and had to get it from another dealership via "trade" . I plan on keeping this a long time and I am ecstatic to finally get an AMG. what a car -
12-13-2004, 05:56 PM
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for that exact car it seems sticker actually IS a deal.
everywhere i'm looking has dealer mark-up.
a discount of any sort seems unlikely.
congratulations again.
everywhere i'm looking has dealer mark-up.
a discount of any sort seems unlikely.
congratulations again.
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12-13-2004, 06:17 PM
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I am also fortunate that the timing was right for me because I had the funds. If you build the car on mbusa.com with the options, the price is exactly the same as what I paid ( sticker ). Seems "markup" is approx 6% - per what the dealers books showed - on the inventory list.
12-13-2004, 10:47 PM
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I love how the cab 55's sounds, you get just a bit more throaty exhaust rumble inside the car. Fantastic choice.
I still can't believe dealers can charge over sticker on a car that’s been on the market for 3 years, AMG or not.
I still can't believe dealers can charge over sticker on a car that’s been on the market for 3 years, AMG or not.
12-14-2004, 10:20 AM
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Originally Posted by Harris
Now you need to get an AMG LSD from me!
I wanted an AMG, and my wife said as long as its a cab, it's not a problem. She is not wild about the Aluminum "satin" trim. I like the trim because it looks sporty and the contrast is awesome with the black interior and AMG dials.
I need to look into a wood package for the interior - just to price it out. Any ideas?
12-14-2004, 10:37 AM
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Originally Posted by oracledba
what is an AMG LSD.
I wanted an AMG, and my wife said as long as its a cab, it's not a problem. She is not wild about the Aluminum "satin" trim. I like the trim because it looks sporty and the contrast is awesome with the black interior and AMG dials.
I need to look into a wood package for the interior - just to price it out. Any ideas?
I wanted an AMG, and my wife said as long as its a cab, it's not a problem. She is not wild about the Aluminum "satin" trim. I like the trim because it looks sporty and the contrast is awesome with the black interior and AMG dials.
I need to look into a wood package for the interior - just to price it out. Any ideas?
When you get your ***** back, let us know.
12-14-2004, 01:39 PM
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Originally Posted by Stiggs
Dude....don't tell me you're going to get a wood interior just to please the wife.
When you get your ***** back, let us know.
When you get your ***** back, let us know.
12-14-2004, 10:54 PM
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Originally Posted by kaze81
oracledba: congrats for the CLK55. Pls post some pics 
Any plan of modding it?
Any plan of modding it?
no plans yet. just enjoying the ride...
what i found is nice is the AUX port on the command - my ipod plugs right in.
what are some of the more popular mods on the stock clk55
12-15-2004, 03:05 PM
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Originally Posted by oracledba
nice. thanks for the warm welcome here
Welcome to the board!
Stick with the silver interior. It looks cool!
12-15-2004, 03:47 PM
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Originally Posted by Stiggs
Awwwww come on. Just bustin on ya!
Welcome to the board!
Stick with the silver interior. It looks cool!
Welcome to the board!
Stick with the silver interior. It looks cool!
I do want to stay with the silver -
i had the designo package on order, but something about the silver is cool - like its part of the machine .... cold and intimidating.... i like !
12-16-2004, 03:53 PM
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Originally Posted by Stiggs
Don't feel bad....mine only came with dual exhaust too!
Still sounds real nice!
Still sounds real nice!
12-16-2004, 04:40 PM
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Originally Posted by kaze81
oracledba: congrats for the CLK55. Pls post some pics
Any plan of modding it?
Any plan of modding it?
12-17-2004, 12:33 PM
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had first race today
vs
Adelphia cable truck. The truck was way ahead of me and I beat him hands down although i was in sport mode - D and trying to find the right song on ipod.
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The new ///AMG license plate frame added 3 hp .
I know i owe everyone pics. i'll try to get that done this weekend
vs
Adelphia cable truck. The truck was way ahead of me and I beat him hands down although i was in sport mode - D and trying to find the right song on ipod.
+
The new ///AMG license plate frame added 3 hp .
I know i owe everyone pics. i'll try to get that done this weekend
