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SLK/R170: What Makes An AMG

Old Aug 11, 2011 | 10:01 PM
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What Makes An AMG

Hello All,
We have a 2001 SLK320 that has AMG on the wheels. Could this be a first year SLK/AMG or maybe someone just put AMG wheels on the car. What else would indicate this year SLK would be an AMG version? I don't see any other written indicators.
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Old Aug 12, 2011 | 03:26 PM
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There is an AMG/sports package on the R170, 17 inch rims, different brakes, lower suspension & body work and a few other things.
and theres the AMG version of the car, Higher performance engine, amg badges on the seats, + the above mentioned items.
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Old Aug 12, 2011 | 10:17 PM
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The engine, some say "no engine, no badge"
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Old Aug 12, 2011 | 10:46 PM
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Best would be to call your local MB - Daimler Benz AG, ask for your SLK's engine build info, they will need your VIN no:

Easiest way would be to speak to the MB - Parts department. VIN no: will be needed again.
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Old Sep 16, 2011 | 02:55 AM
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Body Kit, wheels, stiffer suspensions, bigger 17" wheels as opposed to 205/50r16 Fronts & 225/50r16s in the back.

Did I miss anything?
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Old Sep 16, 2011 | 01:27 PM
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go to the amg private lounge website and register with the cars vin. if you gain access to the website the car is an amg . if not its not an amg car. ez peazy
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