aboutros

Hyperion, I know a little bold but that is what I wanted based on a lot pics I saw and they are growing on me. Also, I can remove at any time or repaint them.

aboutros

I thought you guys would like this one as there has been a lot of discussion regarding blacking out the grill. This one was very easy and I did it with Plasti Dip so if I did not like it or in the future I want to remove it comes off.

I did the front lip, the grill and then the hood ornament.

alanme123

Aboutros,

Would the plastidip damage the grill in anyway?

aboutros

Not at all and that is the reason I chose to proceed. It peals off and what you see was the second round paint job. Really easy to apply and very durable.

aboutros

Hey guys I just ordered my H&R springs and will post some updated pics when the car is done in a couple of weeks.

hyperion667

thanx for the pix main.....
I need to go out and get a can of this stuff and do some experimenting....on my truck first LOL

aboutros

LOL, Give it a try, you will become hooked like me and spray everything. I will be working on the back emblems and maybe the side chrome.

aboutros

Another slight mod but awesome results. Changed out the side markers for these clear side marker LEDs. These are really nice fit and stunning at night. Very easy DIY. Let me know what you guys think.

BenzV12

That is a mean business

aboutros

Here are pics of the car blacked out and finally lowered (Before-Orange Side Markers and After-LED Side Markers)

RobbieRob

Looks awesome, nice job making it look just right.. Did you ever think about removing the chrome strip from the doors?

aboutros

Thanks, I have been thinking about it but the chrome kinda matches the polished rims. I have blacked out the back and front so maybe in the future.

RobbieRob

That makes sense, maybe if you vinyl wrapped your window trim black, that might look good then without the strip on the door. The wheels would really stand out. Either way, car looks sick..

aboutros

Thanks RobbieRob, I might try it with black electrical tape. That is what I did to the front spoiler prior to painting it with Plasti Dip. This way I can get the feel and look of it prior to getting it done and not liking it.

BM2BZ

lowered, clear side markers, tinted rear lights...what's not to love ?

aboutros

Thanks BM2BZ

brim

Looking at some aftermarket wheels coming of an E63. Sizes:

20x9 et 29
20x10.5 et 45

Am I just asking for trouble with that setup? Too wide for the non-AMG? Any difference on the 4matic?

aboutros

Hey Brim, I think that you would be pushing it on the front rims as I have 32 et and 20X8.5 on the front and they are perfect to the edge. Your front rims would be sticking out of the wheel wells as you have an additional 12mm in size and 3mm in the offset.

On the rears, you would be sticking out also as I have a 50 et on the back with 20x10 and I have a small amount of room (maybe 5mm) to go totally flush. With the 10.5 you have noted above you would stick out roughly 7.5 mm and then another 5mm due to the 45 offset.

There is no difference in the 4 matic or my e 350.

Hope that helps. Let me know

Ghettoeg6

Which tires size to go with?

20X8.5 front 20x10 rear

245-30-20 // 285-25-20
225-35-20 // 275-30-20

offset front +45 rear +45


Thanks

aboutros

20X8.5 front 20x10 rear

235-35-20 // 275-30-20

offset front +32 rear +50

This setup is perfect with no rubbing issues.

Davidkuo0330

Hi,

I'm new to this and want to get new 20" wheels for my 2011 Mercedes E350 ( W212 ). I am leaning towards the Vossen CVT with the following specs:

Vossens CVTs
5x112
20x9 et32mm
20x10.5 et42mm
Hub bore 66.6mm

I want to lower my car for better looks and handling, however I don't want it to:

1: Stick out
2: Rub
3: Scrape

Please let me know if the above wheel specs will work for me and the best tire set ( size ) to get for both front and back. Thanks so much for your input.

aboutros

Good choice in wheels

The only problem that I see in this and when I was looking at vossen rims is that they are .5 inches bigger front and back.
The front will be very close to the edge of the fender. I have the same et in the front but my rims are 8.5 inch
The back rims will stick out I had my 10 inch rims at 45 et and they stuck out but they did not rub. But that was without lowering. I am pretty sure that if I did lower it would have rubbed. I sent the rims back and got the 50 et. With that setup I am pretty close to the edge and think I can add a 5 mm spacer to get to the edge. So you should be fine with your rims with a 50 et

Call the guys at vossen. They are really good and I spoke to them and they were helpful.

drsaab

I have these wheels in 19" and they look good to me.

you can see them in this thread

https://mbworld.org/forums/e-class-w...d-bluetec.html

It is 19x8.5 and not lowered.

post pics of yours when done.

One thing to note is I have had to replace 2 rims already from being bent from pot holes. So only get 20" if your in the south or California.

Ed99

I have the exact wheel specs as above. They will fit perfectly with the above wheel specs. Check my thread as I posted some pics to give you an idea.

Cmartin1171

I'm new to the Mercedes family after having a vette, bmw's in the past, I recently purchased an arctic white 2011 E350 with 22,000 miles. I want to change the look with rims but not lose the sleek elegant look. If I stay with 19 inch rims will it still look good? Also is there way to install the keyless go system.