MBaddict

I have a question-
The SLK55 has been criticized by the motoring press as having too much understeer, and that it needs more tire. I also note a lot more understeer than in the C5 vette I traded in.
How about using the tire/wheel sixe that is on the back also on the front?
If it fits, it would not only give more tire in the front, but would keep the stock appearance and value.
Does anyone know if it will fit?
Or does anyone know where I can find this out?
Thanks
JJB

Julien321

One thing to keep in mind your C5 (like most sports cars) had a mid mounted engine (mid equals all engine mass between the front and rear axle lines and despite popular belief it does not have to be behind the cabin). MB seams to always place engine mass beyond the front axle line (except for the SLR) which puts the car at a under steer disadvantage. The 55 is worse than the 350 because of the additional engine weight.

This is one of the first things I noticed when I started looking at the SLK and one of the most disappointing design features. Having had an S-2000 the SLK nose sometimes feels like I'm turning the Titanic.