AMG package worth it ?
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AMG package worth it ?
Hey guys, I am about to jump the gun for a new 07 CLS550. Is it worth the $5000 for the AMG package? Which include the paddle shift, change of rim and different bumper/side skirts? What do they mean by lower body work ???
Should I just take the $5000 to get the third party rims and Lorinser or whatever body kit myself ?
I really don't care for the paddle shifter though. Did anyone order that package?
Should I just take the $5000 to get the third party rims and Lorinser or whatever body kit myself ?
I really don't care for the paddle shifter though. Did anyone order that package?
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Lower body work is the airdam and side skirts if I am not mistaken.
I prefer after market rims. Lorinser makes a really nice kit but together the rims and the kit will be > $5000.
I prefer after market rims. Lorinser makes a really nice kit but together the rims and the kit will be > $5000.
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I can't believe someone would even consider getting the CLS without the AMG kit. $5K is an amazing deal if you ask me considering all other after party vendors would charge that just for rims. ANDDDDD if you do get the kit and you want to sell me your 19s + tires I'll buy'em from you.
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Either get the AMG kit, sell the 18's and get 20's or get the non-amg kit and get your own body kit and 20's,but for a decent kit the second option will be more $$$$$$ for sure. I like the AMG body kit more then most aftermarket kits.
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The AMG kit is well worth the money. As far as compared to the CLS63, my CLS550 AMG kit did not have the rear spoiler but I had the dealer install one for around $750. The front grill in the CLS63 is the 3 blade painted rather than the CLS550 4 blade with chrome accents. I think that was also around $750 installed but I found one on Ebay and stole it for $53! Changing the grill is a 3 bolt, 5 minute job. To me the AMG grill and spoiler give the car a more agressive look. Finally, however you do it, lower the car a little or a lot depending on your taste. The stock ride height is too high.
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I guess there always needs to be some disagreement, so I'll vote no to the AMG package. I looked at the cars side by side and I just don't see $5k. No personal interest in the paddle shifters on an automatic tranny. Add a tighter suspension, better brakes, or an improved exhaust, then okay.
I just ordered an SL550 and left the AMG package off -paorama did make though. IMO, the stock wheels look better on the SL. On the CLS, it's a draw.
I just ordered an SL550 and left the AMG package off -paorama did make though. IMO, the stock wheels look better on the SL. On the CLS, it's a draw.
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I guess there always needs to be some disagreement, so I'll vote no to the AMG package. I looked at the cars side by side and I just don't see $5k. No personal interest in the paddle shifters on an automatic tranny. Add a tighter suspension, better brakes, or an improved exhaust, then okay.
I just ordered an SL550 and left the AMG package off -paorama did make though. IMO, the stock wheels look better on the SL. On the CLS, it's a draw.
I just ordered an SL550 and left the AMG package off -paorama did make though. IMO, the stock wheels look better on the SL. On the CLS, it's a draw.
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I can't believe someone would even consider getting the CLS without the AMG kit. $5K is an amazing deal if you ask me considering all other after party vendors would charge that just for rims. ANDDDDD if you do get the kit and you want to sell me your 19s + tires I'll buy'em from you.
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I'll agree with Silberrosa on that, the resale on the AMG fitted CLS is definitely going to be stronger. If you want to leave it more or less stock, then I would agree that the AMG option is worth it.
