SLK 55 AMG Aftermarket picture thread
08-06-2005, 03:37 PM
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2005 SLK 55 AMG, 2006 E 55 AMG, 2007 Acura MDX
SLK 55 AMG Aftermarket picture thread
Looks like some of us are willing to modify the look of their car. Having more info and sometimes seeing what other people have done to their cars, is useful in making our decisions.
So, let us post away, so we can all learn from each other.
Here are my new HRE 540 R's,19x8.5/19x9.5 with Michelin PS2.
Enjoy the pics.
Dan
So, let us post away, so we can all learn from each other.
Here are my new HRE 540 R's,19x8.5/19x9.5 with Michelin PS2.
Enjoy the pics.
Dan
08-06-2005, 06:45 PM
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05 SLK55 AMG
- 19 x 8.5 front 19 x 9.5 rear Amistad Type R custom 2-pc wheels, color SBC, made in Japan & Pirelli tires
- Brabus lowering suspension kit (includes Brabus lowering coils, front & rear racing Brabus shocks and mounts for springs and shocks)
- Custom 2-stage smoked rear tail lights finished with a tinted clear
- MB clear rear windscreen
- 19 x 8.5 front 19 x 9.5 rear Amistad Type R custom 2-pc wheels, color SBC, made in Japan & Pirelli tires
- Brabus lowering suspension kit (includes Brabus lowering coils, front & rear racing Brabus shocks and mounts for springs and shocks)
- Custom 2-stage smoked rear tail lights finished with a tinted clear
- MB clear rear windscreen
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08-06-2005, 07:09 PM
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Originally Posted by lisamcgu
05 SLK55 AMG
- 19 x 8.5 front 19.9.5 rear Amistad Type R wustom 2-pc wheels, color SBC, made in Japan & Pirelli tires
- Brabus lowering suspension kit (includes Brabus lowering coils, front & rear racing Brabus shocks and mounts for springs and shocks)
- Custom 2-stage smoked rear tail lights finished with a tinted clear
- MB clear rear windscreen
- 19 x 8.5 front 19.9.5 rear Amistad Type R wustom 2-pc wheels, color SBC, made in Japan & Pirelli tires
- Brabus lowering suspension kit (includes Brabus lowering coils, front & rear racing Brabus shocks and mounts for springs and shocks)
- Custom 2-stage smoked rear tail lights finished with a tinted clear
- MB clear rear windscreen
08-06-2005, 08:21 PM
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AMGDAN, your rims kick AZZ Buddy! 
Those look really good on your car, 10X better than the stockers. Good move - it sets your car off!
Cheers,
-Matt
Those look really good on your car, 10X better than the stockers. Good move - it sets your car off!Cheers,
-Matt
08-06-2005, 10:16 PM
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Originally Posted by jtc55
if it's not too much trouble, can you tell me who did the smoked rear tail lights and how much? TIA!! BTW, your car looks HOT!!!!!!
But it seems you can do it yourself -
http://forums.mbnz.org/publications/pub.asp?id=164
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08-09-2005, 01:30 AM
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AMGDan,
Looking so nice. Awesome!!! I assume Harris took care of you. Still thinking about the Brabus Monoblock or HRE for myself as well.
What size tires did you go with?
Did the wheels fit with no modificiations whatsoever (no spacers, rolling fenders, etc.)?
How's the ride so far?
Finally, what % tint you go with? Having the dealership do mine in about two weeks.
Looks GREAT. I'll let you know if I make it up the I-5. Sad to say I've only put just over 500 miles on mine since late June. Just to busy and been out of town a lot.
Take care,
JS
Looking so nice. Awesome!!! I assume Harris took care of you. Still thinking about the Brabus Monoblock or HRE for myself as well.
What size tires did you go with?
Did the wheels fit with no modificiations whatsoever (no spacers, rolling fenders, etc.)?
How's the ride so far?
Finally, what % tint you go with? Having the dealership do mine in about two weeks.
Looks GREAT. I'll let you know if I make it up the I-5. Sad to say I've only put just over 500 miles on mine since late June. Just to busy and been out of town a lot.
Take care,
JS
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08-09-2005, 02:44 AM
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Originally Posted by JoeShark
AMGDan,
Looking so nice. Awesome!!! I assume Harris took care of you. Still thinking about the Brabus Monoblock or HRE for myself as well.
What size tires did you go with?
Did the wheels fit with no modificiations whatsoever (no spacers, rolling fenders, etc.)?
How's the ride so far?
Finally, what % tint you go with? Having the dealership do mine in about two weeks.
Looks GREAT. I'll let you know if I make it up the I-5. Sad to say I've only put just over 500 miles on mine since late June. Just to busy and been out of town a lot.
Take care,
JS
Looking so nice. Awesome!!! I assume Harris took care of you. Still thinking about the Brabus Monoblock or HRE for myself as well.
What size tires did you go with?
Did the wheels fit with no modificiations whatsoever (no spacers, rolling fenders, etc.)?
How's the ride so far?
Finally, what % tint you go with? Having the dealership do mine in about two weeks.
Looks GREAT. I'll let you know if I make it up the I-5. Sad to say I've only put just over 500 miles on mine since late June. Just to busy and been out of town a lot.
Take care,
JS
.I went with the Michelin 235/35/19 and 265/30/19. The HRE are made to fit your car, without any modifications. The ride is maybe 20 % stiffer (my wife is totally not bothered), but the performance is spectacular. For me now, is pretty clear why the editors from major car magazines are always favor BMW and Porches, (mostly because they have a package with 19" wheels and almost always some Michelins). The combo is definitely changes the handling, from a little numb with less road feel, to a more razor like feel, great feel for the road and a considerable better handling through curves and turns.
What is interesting is the fact that I did not expect to see such a difference in performance.
In terms of tint, I went with whatever was legal in WA. I do not know the percentage, but is definitely light. After reading a few posts about tinting, I think going lighter, is the right thing for a convertible.
Give me a buzz when you make it to Seattle so we can go for a drive together
Dan
09-19-2005, 06:29 PM
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I want those rims too
AMGDAN - Hey - I just posted on those HREs and it looks like you have them. Where did you get them?
Also, I'm in Seattle as well. Would love the opportunity to take a look at them. Send me a private message.
Also, I'm in Seattle as well. Would love the opportunity to take a look at them. Send me a private message.
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Originally Posted by lisamcgu
05 SLK55 AMG
- 19 x 8.5 front 19 x 9.5 rear Amistad Type R custom 2-pc wheels, color SBC, made in Japan & Pirelli tires
- Brabus lowering suspension kit (includes Brabus lowering coils, front & rear racing Brabus shocks and mounts for springs and shocks)
- Custom 2-stage smoked rear tail lights finished with a tinted clear
- MB clear rear windscreen
- 19 x 8.5 front 19 x 9.5 rear Amistad Type R custom 2-pc wheels, color SBC, made in Japan & Pirelli tires
- Brabus lowering suspension kit (includes Brabus lowering coils, front & rear racing Brabus shocks and mounts for springs and shocks)
- Custom 2-stage smoked rear tail lights finished with a tinted clear
- MB clear rear windscreen
Thats a SICk ride...
