Evo Power Package
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2003 E55 & 2014 GL550
Have not heard of ONE person that has not LOVED the systems. My advice is to spend the extra cash and go EVO Stage 2. Get it all done at once....although, you should also get the cooling package then, so that would be another 2-3K. You can run without it with no problems, but you will have some extra heat in the motor for sure.
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2004 E55 Evosport I & II; VRP H/E
Originally Posted by Jakpro1
Have not heard of ONE person that has not LOVED the systems. My advice is to spend the extra cash and go EVO Stage 2. Get it all done at once....
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From: THE Orange County, California
2024 C8 Z06- 2025 BMW CS- 2022 Porsche 992 GTS
I have all three packages and have zero complaints. Great product, great service and good value too. Call Simon at 714-901-3100 x60. The mods are definitely noticeable- if you think your E55 is fast now- wait till after you get the mods done.
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2012 C63 Black Series Coupe
This may be stupidly obvious, but what is the factory's attitude towards these mods? I have to assume that any significant engine problems would not be covered under warranty on a modded car.
What modifications would least compromise your warranty coverage? I assume headers, exhaust, and the Evosport intercooler package would all be OK, and that the pulley and chip mods would be verboten -- does anyone have experience in this area? I'd like to improve my car but would like to keep the warranty intact.
Finally, what are the implications from an insurance standpoint. Yeah, yeah -- I know -- what they don't see won't hurt 'em. That being the case, this is the ONLY new car where the insurance agent asked me up front if I had modified the car...
What modifications would least compromise your warranty coverage? I assume headers, exhaust, and the Evosport intercooler package would all be OK, and that the pulley and chip mods would be verboten -- does anyone have experience in this area? I'd like to improve my car but would like to keep the warranty intact.
Finally, what are the implications from an insurance standpoint. Yeah, yeah -- I know -- what they don't see won't hurt 'em. That being the case, this is the ONLY new car where the insurance agent asked me up front if I had modified the car...
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Doesn't matter what you do, the dealer will try to find a way out of it, no matter what mod.
Dude, on my X5, my rear air suspension module started smoking. I have no mods, and they tried to blame the damn thing on me lowering the car.
I lowered my car?!
You have to be smart, and rough. If your suspension goes out, they can't blame it on the headers if your suspension is stock. If your headers create a fire, then that's your fault. Be honest yet be tough. It's how dealers get work done, and what not.
I know I'm talking about a few things at once, but right now everythings just spilling out
Dude, on my X5, my rear air suspension module started smoking. I have no mods, and they tried to blame the damn thing on me lowering the car.
I lowered my car?!
You have to be smart, and rough. If your suspension goes out, they can't blame it on the headers if your suspension is stock. If your headers create a fire, then that's your fault. Be honest yet be tough. It's how dealers get work done, and what not.
I know I'm talking about a few things at once, but right now everythings just spilling out
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2012 C63 Black Series Coupe
Originally Posted by ricky.agrawal
If your suspension goes out, they can't blame it on the headers if your suspension is stock.
I wonder if they would try and hammer me if I have a brake or rotor claim and have 19" wheels installed? Can't believe a dealer tried to nail you like that on your X5...
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Start the modifications slowly and follow the stages as Evosport has set them out to. It gives the best bang for the buck and lets you add upgrades that compliment each other.
Also, nothing should go wrong because so many folks have done these. They are tried and tested parts. If something does go wrong, it shouldn't be anything related to the modifications, and due to the Moss Magsun (I'll link that later, I know I spelled it wrong) Act, the dealer isn't really allowed to nail you on it.
I think I just got stuck with a ****ty advisor, I bought the car in Dallas as well. Why would they care for me since I didn't purchase from them
Also, nothing should go wrong because so many folks have done these. They are tried and tested parts. If something does go wrong, it shouldn't be anything related to the modifications, and due to the Moss Magsun (I'll link that later, I know I spelled it wrong) Act, the dealer isn't really allowed to nail you on it.
I think I just got stuck with a ****ty advisor, I bought the car in Dallas as well. Why would they care for me since I didn't purchase from them
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http://www.ftc.gov/bcp/conline/pubs/...s/warranty.htm
There's the link.
http://www.granatellimotorsports.com/magnusonmoss.htm
I can't spell.
There's the link.
http://www.granatellimotorsports.com/magnusonmoss.htm
Originally Posted by the link right above
Legally, a vehicle manufacturer cannot void the warranty on a vehicle due to an aftermarket part unless they can prove that the aftermarket part caused or contributed to the failure in the vehicle (per the Magnuson Moss Warranty Act (15 U.S.C. 2302(C)) . For best results, consider working with performance-oriented dealerships with a proven history of working with customers. If your vehicle manufacturer fails to honor emission/warranty claims, contact EPA at (202) 260-2080 or www.epa.gov. If federal warranty protection is denied, contact the FTC at (202) 326-3128 or www.ftc.gov.
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Originally Posted by houston
Include the rotors and it's FOUR
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'03 G500, '13 G63, '17 GLS63,
There is another thread that states many owners are experiencing an intermittent momentary lack of power. I noticed most of the people experiencing this have modded their cars.
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From: Los Angeles, Ca
2016 GLC300 sport
I picked up 4mph in the 1/8th mile in worse conditions with the Stage 3 evo mods. That is all HP right there. As for bang for your buck, I picked up 15mph in the 1/8th in my cobra for a lot less than I spent on the benz. Take that for what it's worth. I would probably mod the benz again, but I really think for what you're getting it's too expensive. You are basically paying "1 off" prices for a semi mass produced product.
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From: Irvine, CA.
2004 AMG E55
No Hesitation with Evosport
Have EVO3+. They are currently working on several things to get even more power. Service and quality of parts is top notch. They handle any issues that come up with no questions. Increase in feel and power is substantial. Highly recommend. Have not had problems with dealer service.
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From: Orange County, CA
E46 M3, 05 E55
Originally Posted by medici78
I still can't figure out why so many people with mods have posted about intermittent power losses in other threads, yet not on this one. 
