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Old Jan 25, 2011 | 04:31 AM
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Diff between G class and G55

Are there any cosmetic differences between the standard G wagon and the AMG version? I know the exhaust is different how about bodykit? AMG usually has differences between standard cars, but I can't tell the diff with the G class.
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Old Jan 25, 2011 | 08:01 PM
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I think the fender flares may be wider on the AMG model.
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Old Jan 26, 2011 | 01:47 PM
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Fender flares, front grill, side strips, exhaust, shocks, wheels. That's all I can think of visually.
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thanks for the replies. Hong Kong might be importing RHD G wagens again so looking into a new G500 or an old grey import G55.

Just worried about the ride quality with all the potholes in HK.
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Old Jan 26, 2011 | 11:40 PM
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You can use the shock absorbers from the G500 on the G55...both cars use the same springs, but different shocks. If you want ultimate control, then you could invest in a BRABUS Ride Control electronically adjustable suspension for the G-Class which was recently launched:

http://www.benzinsider.com/2011/01/b...-class-models/
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Old Jan 28, 2011 | 08:52 PM
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Originally Posted by jimmyg
You can use the shock absorbers from the G500 on the G55...both cars use the same springs, but different shocks. If you want ultimate control, then you could invest in a BRABUS Ride Control electronically adjustable suspension for the G-Class which was recently launched:

http://www.benzinsider.com/2011/01/b...-class-models/
Thought about the Brabus option, but there doesn't seem to be a video online. or review. Not going to trust some PS pictures lol
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Old Jan 30, 2011 | 12:21 AM
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Thought about the Brabus option, but there doesn't seem to be a video online. or review. Not going to trust some PS pictures lol
lol...i feel the same way. I'm not willing to spend $7k till I actually know how well it works.
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Old Jan 30, 2011 | 05:26 AM
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lol...i feel the same way. I'm not willing to spend $7k till I actually know how well it works.

Seriously posting this thingy???? US$10k for a adjustable gas presure shock....look at the Brabus slide- they prove....their product by using photoshop blur..... to make it less bumpy ride....
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lol...i feel the same way. I'm not willing to spend $7k till I actually know how well it works.
Old thread I know It's a fantastic product. Have it on a G55 I just bought.
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Old thread I know It's a fantastic product. Have it on a G55 I just bought.
Been sensing an issue with the Brabus shocks... turned to soft (light on button OFF) I get a wobbly steering/car at around speeds of 60 and up (km/hr) if road is not absolutely perfect... once I turn to stiff (light ON) things are almost totally normal and under control... Been the Brabus ten days ago, before this really made itself that obvious, to ask the guys there to check whether shocks are in good order (bought car last month with them installed by 1st or 2nd owner). One of their German managers asked (in German, which I don't understand) one of the German mechanics to come look at them.. said they are originals and that I shouldn't worry about them and that they are approved by the German government! Does that mean they are God-like and will never ever go wrong, even if abused?! My answer is NO. I thought to first go down the route of wheel balance, but then again wheel/car would have wobbled and shaken anyway, even if Brabus system on stiff ride setting, if wheels aren't balanced...
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