SL55/63/65/R230 AMG: AMG Performance Package confirmed
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AMG Performance Package confirmed
My dealer informed me today that the 06 models will have a AMG Performance Package which consists of a few extra 65 features. Does anyone know what kind of wheels are on the car with the package?
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Its about time we got that package. The Europeans can get amazing levels of trim and performance through AMG in Europe. We get squat!
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What features does the 65 have that you can't get in the 55 for 05? I thought they both had the same options available. I know the tire pressure monitor and bi-xenon is standard in the 65 but both are still available on the 55.
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I think with the performance package, you get the front fascia of the sl65 with bigger brakes, slightly recalibrated ABC and a bigger oil cooler I think. Oh and you do get the 19 inch sl65 wheels. The option was available in europe for the 04 models but not available in the us. Really sucks since I really liked the bigger front fascia of the package. That was even before the sl65 were available in europe.
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Originally Posted by pinoyamg
I think with the performance package, you get the front fascia of the sl65 with bigger brakes, slightly recalibrated ABC and a bigger oil cooler I think. Oh and you do get the 19 inch sl65 wheels. The option was available in europe for the 04 models but not available in the us. Really sucks since I really liked the bigger front fascia of the package. That was even before the sl65 were available in europe.
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Tried to call my contact at the dealership but apparently he's at some mb meeting in chicago. He's usually reliable and I'll try again on a later visit. If it does become available, I'll be hard pressed not to trade mine in for all the extra goodies 
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an Sl65 without the motor. Package is $11400 I believe in US. Also available on SLK 55 and CLS 55.
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What I heard at the dealer...
At a (US-CA) dealer today he brought up the '06 'Performance' option on the screen, price listed was $14,000. Although there were no itemized details he indicated that it would have LSD, 18" (not 19" wheels... we both said how ridiculous that would be... so I hope he's wrong), ceramic brakes (also mentioned something about carbon fiber with the braking sys).
On the '06 'Sport' option he mentioned the front spoiler would be changed, added lip ala Renntech-style for more agressive look. No mentioning of SL65 style vents, but he may not know yet. So that's what I heard, just thought to share.
For those who currently own SL55's, would the LSD make a difference in your current performance driving (i.e. is it necessary for the engine, obviously so with the 65); and do you think, if offered, the ceramic brakes would make a noticeable difference as compared to '05 spec brakes? I'm trying to justify this additional $14K price vs. performance for the 55. He also mentioned the engine output would be changed slightly (any news on this?)
Although this somewhat contradicts the above (and is old news - 6/03), I found the following: http://www.schwab-kolb.com/dc000117.htm
On the '06 'Sport' option he mentioned the front spoiler would be changed, added lip ala Renntech-style for more agressive look. No mentioning of SL65 style vents, but he may not know yet. So that's what I heard, just thought to share.
For those who currently own SL55's, would the LSD make a difference in your current performance driving (i.e. is it necessary for the engine, obviously so with the 65); and do you think, if offered, the ceramic brakes would make a noticeable difference as compared to '05 spec brakes? I'm trying to justify this additional $14K price vs. performance for the 55. He also mentioned the engine output would be changed slightly (any news on this?)
Although this somewhat contradicts the above (and is old news - 6/03), I found the following: http://www.schwab-kolb.com/dc000117.htm
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The LSD alone would make me buy the car even more, and for the hardcore enthusiast, this makes the SL55, pretty much the ultimate car. It's fast, it'll jump off the line pretty decently, and a few hours later, you can go the best restaurant in town and not only get front row spot, but you'll get there without blowing your ear drums and brusing your torso. Actually, scratch the last part, I think ceramic brakes might do that 
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It has been reported on several....
other forums that the price will be 11.4 k. Whatever. As many of these cars as are on the streets now, that's a small price to pay for wheels, brakes, and aero. You are aware that those 3 piece wheels--and they are purported to be 19"--are around $2k each without tires? And have you priced any serious brake kits for a car like this? They are around $4k or so, uninstalled, without an MB warranty. And we haven't even mentioned the F1 style bumper cover. Seems like a reasonable deal to me, even at $14k.
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Originally Posted by JMStandish
At a (US-CA) dealer today he brought up the '06 'Performance' option on the screen, price listed was $14,000. Although there were no itemized details he indicated that it would have LSD, 18" (not 19" wheels... we both said how ridiculous that would be... so I hope he's wrong), ceramic brakes (also mentioned something about carbon fiber with the braking sys).
On the '06 'Sport' option he mentioned the front spoiler would be changed, added lip ala Renntech-style for more agressive look. No mentioning of SL65 style vents, but he may not know yet. So that's what I heard, just thought to share.
For those who currently own SL55's, would the LSD make a difference in your current performance driving (i.e. is it necessary for the engine, obviously so with the 65); and do you think, if offered, the ceramic brakes would make a noticeable difference as compared to '05 spec brakes? I'm trying to justify this additional $14K price vs. performance for the 55. He also mentioned the engine output would be changed slightly (any news on this?)
Although this somewhat contradicts the above (and is old news - 6/03), I found the following: http://www.schwab-kolb.com/dc000117.htm
On the '06 'Sport' option he mentioned the front spoiler would be changed, added lip ala Renntech-style for more agressive look. No mentioning of SL65 style vents, but he may not know yet. So that's what I heard, just thought to share.
For those who currently own SL55's, would the LSD make a difference in your current performance driving (i.e. is it necessary for the engine, obviously so with the 65); and do you think, if offered, the ceramic brakes would make a noticeable difference as compared to '05 spec brakes? I'm trying to justify this additional $14K price vs. performance for the 55. He also mentioned the engine output would be changed slightly (any news on this?)
Although this somewhat contradicts the above (and is old news - 6/03), I found the following: http://www.schwab-kolb.com/dc000117.htm
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My contacts at the dealership has said that they are building 06 but have not come across the F1 option for the us. He did show me a really tempting car. He has a S65 built for another customer who had to bail for some reason. Just rolled off the truck, black on black with all the bells and whistles. Gorgeous car. He even said that he would knock off 10,000 off the sticker price since it was already built. Anybody interested? He still is reluctant to sell me a Sl65 and hinted that there will be a horsepower boost to the current lineup. 493 to 550? Which would definitely narrow the gap from the 55 to 65. Would it make any difference on the performance, probably not since you will still have to derestrict your car past 155.
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Originally Posted by pinoyamg
Would it make any difference on the performance, probably not since you will still have to derestrict your car past 155.
You can have just the de-restriction done, I think its about 2-3k Euros
I suspect I will drive mine across to Stuttgart and have that done at some point. No idea why, since our speed limit here is 70mph.
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other forums that the price will be 11.4 k. Whatever. As many of these cars as are on the streets now, that's a small price to pay for wheels, brakes, and aero. You are aware that those 3 piece wheels--and they are purported to be 19"--are around $2k each without tires? And have you priced any serious brake kits for a car like this? They are around $4k or so, uninstalled, without an MB warranty. And we haven't even mentioned the F1 style bumper cover. Seems like a reasonable deal to me, even at $14k.
