Benz-O-Rama

I don't wanna repost so read about it here:

https://mbworld.org/forums/w211-amg/227425-son-b-tch-i-hit-deer-tonight.html


Since I'm getting the bumper replaced, I'm considering an E55 or E63 front end and I'm having a hard time deciding which way to go. If I go E55, I won't need to buy new bumper inserts, headlamp washer cover, etc... and It'll be a little cheaper.

If I go E63, I'll have to buy a new grill, bumper inserts, fog lights, corner lights, etc and it will be a bit more $$$

Then I have to worry about resale. I think that I would have an easier time selling with a correct model year E55 front bumper than a non-correct model year E63 setup.

Opinions?

MB Fanatic

Looks: E63
Simplicity: E55

Barry45RPM

You're right about selling the car with all the right parts. You don't want a " 1 off ". The new nose isn't gonna make it an E 63 anyway.

Davel

if your concerned about selling then i would go with OEM parts for your model, if not get the one you like best

Benz-O-Rama

yeah, but if I badge it like an AMG, doesn't that add the missing horsepower?


I think I'm gonna go with the E55 nose or back to stock E500. The body shop is working me up a price as we speak.

55fanatic

I think you said you were getting rid of it? I would just do stock, if you plan on keeping it... E55, and if you are so in love with that E500 and never want to get rid of it... E63 front end

NCE500

My condolences on the damage, d$%^ those pesky deer.

If it were mine, I would replace with the stock E500 parts; however in your case, doing the E55 front to match the rear upgrades of your car might make sense too. Unless you love the 07 up look, I would not do the extra expense of the E63 stuff.

Good luck with getting it repaired.

Benz-O-Rama

Yeah, I seem to change my mind all the time on that one. Some days, I want something different and then other days I get in my car and say to myself, "self, do you really need any more than this?"

But, if recent history is any indicator, I won't have this one for much longer. In the past 6 years, I've had 7 cars. And haven't had any one of them for more than a year. Except this E500. I've grown attached to her and I'm really trying not to sell her. But I may fall victim to the AMG virus.

pinebaron

Funny you should say that since I am feeling the virus too. Looking at the AMG forums I see speed discussions of 150mph plus etc. I think it sounds exciting but there are very few roads in NJ where these speeds can be sustained for more than a couple of seconds. I am be interested in a second Benz; a used one this time, an AMG...

LIONHEAD

Sorry to hear that. Why don't you get a slightly used E55! More potential with mods with the SC. Did you get rid of your R500?

sunkist

I think if you have any possibility of selling the car just get it replaced with the original bumper. Typically when people see different bumpers they think you wrecked the front end regardless of what really may have happened.

Then agian if you got E55 front and then AMG sport appearance rear bumper and the dual single tip mufflers you finish the factory option look

Go all the way!

Benz-O-Rama

Still have the R500. My wife is starting to think it's too big. But we have another hellion due in June sooo.....

I'm also thinking about an SL. That car is completely useless for a family of 4 but they look so damn sexy.

I dunno. Maybe I should sell all 3 mercs and just buy everyone a Chevy Cobalt.

Neoii

Sounds like there is a good chance of the car being sold relatively soon. In that case, I'd go stock.

If it is a keeper, I'd do E55 and put the "savings" towards a true E55 rear or even an E55 side skirts to complete the look.

SPNJHockey

Yes, I believe it's an increase of 68 HP when you rebadge.

W211 Ryda

Keep it stock and sell it because I know you're itchin to play with them big dogs in the AMG forums!

W211 Ryda

OT...but

Wassup Tom...Happy New Year! No S5? Picked up an XKR? Niiiiiiiiiice choice bro! That's one sexy car!

LIONHEAD

Hey Jeff. Thanks! It's freezing here in Chi-Town. The S5 was just too long of a wait so I pulled my order and picked up a XKR. Plus the more I waited the more I got bord of the S5 (still a great car though). The XKR came in from Baltimore last Tuesday and only drove it twice cuz of the snow, salt and freezing cold here. Here's a pic when I picked it up last week:



If Clayton picks up an AMG....I think you're next!

E500Newbee

I took my car in for the electronic problem. Usually they offer the C-class for the loaner car. But everything is out today, they give me the R350, man this thing is like a boat. No offend to anyone who's own this R-class. I agreed with you wife man...Damn those deer, I hitted one last year. It was running around the MALL parking lot. What the heck, bambie gone shopping?

Benz-O-Rama

^^^^^^OMG...DROOL!^^^^^^^^^^

Love that car. Damn you, man. You know I can't have you driving that and me in some Frankenstein E500/55 creation.

That's it. I'm getting a TT600 AMG now. GAME ON!

LIONHEAD

Haha..Thanks man! I actually had a '04 SL600TT (AMG is the SL65) for a couple of days this past summer and that's a sweet ride. The convertible hardtop was fantastic and a work of art opening and closing. I had my friend who was a mechanic look over it the next day and he found the car was in an accident as he found left over masking tape underneath the car. Funny thing was Carfax showed a clean record. I returned it and the dealer didn't even question it. I would get at least a '05+ because the '03-'04 had the 1st gen nav which is terrible.

Jeff...how are you going to top an SL600?

Rennlaufer

Glad you've been pushed over the edge Benz-O Muaha ha... Now I'll pick up those E63 Rollers off Ebay!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

MB Fanatic

You will love the sheer power and comfort of the AMG. I get a thrill knowing that I can take on a lot of cars Besides its an AMG damnit, it looks good and its FAST

W211 Ryda

ooooooooh she's purrrrty!

W211 Ryda

Got my Flux Capacitor installed in my 320. Total sleeper baby!

LIONHEAD

LOL. All you really need is a Turbonator, Type R and Greddy stickers and Coffee Can Exhaust and you will easily surpass the power generated by the flux capacitor.