SL55/63/65/R230 AMG: 07 SL55 is Ordered
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2017 SL63
07 SL55 is Ordered
It is official: July/Aug delivery Will have delivery date soon.
2007 SL55
Black -out
Ruby -in
Black wood - trim, they are double checking to see if the carbon fiber is available.
Every option including 030 Performance package,
No Sat. radio. I told them if their was an antenna stuck on the trunk or roof I wouldn't accept the car.
Accessories include, Illuminated door seals, all weather floor mats, sunshade, car cover, cargo liner
The dealer is getting me a list of the Performance Package upgrades so we will no exactly what is included. I will post them as soom as I get them.
Sleepless nights await
Going to be a long tough wait.
2007 SL55
Black -out
Ruby -in
Black wood - trim, they are double checking to see if the carbon fiber is available.
Every option including 030 Performance package,
No Sat. radio. I told them if their was an antenna stuck on the trunk or roof I wouldn't accept the car.
Accessories include, Illuminated door seals, all weather floor mats, sunshade, car cover, cargo liner
The dealer is getting me a list of the Performance Package upgrades so we will no exactly what is included. I will post them as soom as I get them.
Sleepless nights await
Going to be a long tough wait.
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The F1 package in ROW offers the carbon fiber trim. Now don't tell me that MBUSA's 030 is not offering that.
By the way, there are two versions of black CF trim on an SL. One is called the fine black CF trim which is the ones that you see at shows, and then there is the one called the coarse black CF trim, which is the ones that put in the SL55 F1 pace car
By the way, there are two versions of black CF trim on an SL. One is called the fine black CF trim which is the ones that you see at shows, and then there is the one called the coarse black CF trim, which is the ones that put in the SL55 F1 pace car
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Originally Posted by Kev04C320
The F1 package in ROW offers the carbon fiber trim. Now don't tell me that MBUSA's 030 is not offering that.
By the way, there are two versions of black CF trim on an SL. One is called the fine black CF trim which is the ones that you see at shows, and then there is the one called the coarse black CF trim, which is the ones that put in the SL55 F1 pace car
By the way, there are two versions of black CF trim on an SL. One is called the fine black CF trim which is the ones that you see at shows, and then there is the one called the coarse black CF trim, which is the ones that put in the SL55 F1 pace car
I don't know if that is exclusive to the 030 package or an option.
He does not know anything about the 2 different types.
And... the Sat. radio, it isn't an option. The "nub" that sits on the trunk may not be deletable. Investigation is ongoing.
Should have the exact contents of the 030 package tomorrow
Last edited by idrive; Mar 17, 2006 at 07:59 PM.
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030 Pkg comes with CF trim.
Here are the rest of the contents of the Pkg:
AMG front apron with larger cooling air intakes
19" AMG multi-piece twin-spoke light alloy wheels
(FR 8.5x19 ET 30 255/35R19 RR 9.5x19 ET 31 285/30R19)
Vmax increased to 300kmh
Multiple-disc LSD including reinforced final drive unit
AMG Nurburgring sports suspension based on ABC
Internally ventilated composite front brake discs (380mm x 36mm)
Additional engine oil cooler
AMG ergonomic sports steering wheel in black leather/alcantara
Here are the rest of the contents of the Pkg:
AMG front apron with larger cooling air intakes
19" AMG multi-piece twin-spoke light alloy wheels
(FR 8.5x19 ET 30 255/35R19 RR 9.5x19 ET 31 285/30R19)
Vmax increased to 300kmh
Multiple-disc LSD including reinforced final drive unit
AMG Nurburgring sports suspension based on ABC
Internally ventilated composite front brake discs (380mm x 36mm)
Additional engine oil cooler
AMG ergonomic sports steering wheel in black leather/alcantara
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Congrats on order
What's latest on whether SL55 will be swapped into SL63 by year-end? My dealer has advised repeat custs to wait until 63 is out, rather than getting this revised '07 55.....
Has anyone ever seen N-ring times for '06/'07 SL55 w/PP vs 55 w/o PP? Should be interesting to see how much '07's revisions improve N-ring times....
What's latest on whether SL55 will be swapped into SL63 by year-end? My dealer has advised repeat custs to wait until 63 is out, rather than getting this revised '07 55.....
Has anyone ever seen N-ring times for '06/'07 SL55 w/PP vs 55 w/o PP? Should be interesting to see how much '07's revisions improve N-ring times....
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Originally Posted by RJC
Anyone know the specific changes to the engine for 07? I hear it's up on power and would like to know what MB did to get the increase.
The entire article with pictures is linked below:
http://www.worldcarfans.com/news.cfm...elift-unveiled
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Originally Posted by MBZFAN55
"The enhanced AMG 5.5-litre V8 supercharged engine at the heart of the SL 55 AMG is equipped with a new, higher-speed supercharger compressor and a larger throttle valve to optimise the fresh-air supply. In addition, the installation of an even more efficient engine management unit has boosted the output of the AMG V8 powerplant from 368 kW/500 hp to 380 kW/517 hp, while the peak torque has been increased from 700 to 720 Nm. The new SL 55 AMG accelerates from 0 to 100 km/h in 4.5 seconds (outgoing model: 4.7 seconds) and goes on to reach an electronically limited top speed of 250 km/h."
The entire article with pictures is linked below:
http://www.worldcarfans.com/news.cfm...elift-unveiled
The entire article with pictures is linked below:
http://www.worldcarfans.com/news.cfm...elift-unveiled
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Originally Posted by WSH
Congrats on order
What's latest on whether SL55 will be swapped into SL63 by year-end? My dealer has advised repeat custs to wait until 63 is out, rather than getting this revised '07 55.....
What's latest on whether SL55 will be swapped into SL63 by year-end? My dealer has advised repeat custs to wait until 63 is out, rather than getting this revised '07 55.....
but, Your dealer sounds like a true idiot.
Why wouldn't you want to sell a car now, and then one later. That's how you get to have repeat customers.
I doubt any of the same salesman will be there in 2 years when the new one comes out.
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I bought that piece of luggage off E-Bay but it was only 8 inches wide. I believe I got ripped off, but I'm not sure. It looked like the pictures in the "Collection." Anyway I tried to order another one yesterday at the Mercedes dealer in Ann Arbor and was told it has been discontinued. Anyone know why?
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Originally Posted by idrivatitleist
07 SL55 is Ordered
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The new body work on the '07s is excellent. However, I am not crazy about the new exhaust tips they put on it. Maybe an Eisenmann setup would be worth a look. Much better look and incredible sound.
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Originally Posted by ///CLKfiftyfive
I noticed you already have a car with the V8K engine, did you consider the V12 Biturbo? If yes, what made you go with the older technology? Just curious...good luck
I love my CLS55.
I love convertibles
The CLS has made me want more....
Bottom line is handling is important to me. I would rather give up a tenth or two so as to have the better handling vehicle. I may never "drag" (not that I wouldn't want to) but I do drive the real world roads.
With the Renntech mods that will be added, We'll have as much power as the V-12
I have agonized for months over which SL to buy.
I think it was the Performance Package that did it for the 55
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Originally Posted by idrivatitleist
I have considered everything.... over and over and over and over...
I love my CLS55.
I love convertibles
The CLS has made me want more....
Bottom line is handling is important to me. I would rather give up a tenth or two so as to have the better handling vehicle. I may never "drag" (not that I wouldn't want to) but I do drive the real world roads.
With the Renntech mods that will be added, We'll have as much power as the V-12
I have agonized for months over which SL to buy.
I think it was the Performance Package that did it for the 55
I love my CLS55.
I love convertibles
The CLS has made me want more....
Bottom line is handling is important to me. I would rather give up a tenth or two so as to have the better handling vehicle. I may never "drag" (not that I wouldn't want to) but I do drive the real world roads.
With the Renntech mods that will be added, We'll have as much power as the V-12
I have agonized for months over which SL to buy.
I think it was the Performance Package that did it for the 55
I was in your position a few months back and went the other way. At the end of the day these are street cars and I doubt anyone would ever see a handling difference by the minimal weight diff. Its like driving a 55 with 1/4 tank of gas vs. full. With no gauge who could tell the difference? On a track, maybe but street I don't see it. The power on the other hand is very noticable. I think for the price of an SL55 with the PP you can find a severely discounted SL65 which in my opinion would be the better deal. Not that either won't drop like a rock but the AMG 65 is a special car.
