paddle shifters
08-11-2006, 06:35 PM
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06 E-55-95-F355S- 99 Porsche 911 C2 w mods
I just compared the paddle shifters in a CLK63 to the shift buttons in my 06 E55 and they are the exact same size at the mounting point.
I then checked the parts department to see if you could order the paddles but they do not have a part number and the paddles don't show up on the micro-fiche go figure! I guess we will have to wait for the AMG kit.
I then checked the parts department to see if you could order the paddles but they do not have a part number and the paddles don't show up on the micro-fiche go figure! I guess we will have to wait for the AMG kit.
08-12-2006, 01:25 AM
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2005 C55 AMG, 2003 Boxster S
Compatible w/C55?
Originally Posted by MBenzNL
...according to my sources AMG will be offering paddle-shifter-upgrade kits within a couple of months that are suposed to be compatible with all 2003-2006s...
this just for those who were wondering about that - and by then, we will offer that as well offcourse...no need to mail about that already as I don't know anything more as what I wrote in this thread.
greetingz,
this just for those who were wondering about that - and by then, we will offer that as well offcourse...no need to mail about that already as I don't know anything more as what I wrote in this thread.
greetingz,
Would the paddles be compatible with a C55 steerring wheel? Would love a set - had paddles on my M3, which were much better than the buttons on my C55.
Thanks!
08-12-2006, 03:22 AM
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05 E55, R33 GTR, R33 GTS-t
Are the 63 paddles using different swtiches? or is it simply the old clickers with a paddle stuck on it instead of the buttons?
08-12-2006, 09:21 AM
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'03 E55 AMG
For what it's worth I recently purchased the Brabus wheel with paddle shifters.
(See attached picture). It's thick and leather coated, a good combo.
Also note the 200 MPH speedo they installed too!
(See attached picture). It's thick and leather coated, a good combo.
Also note the 200 MPH speedo they installed too!
08-12-2006, 10:33 AM
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Nothing MB related (sorry)
No update... we ordered some steering wheel with paddle shifters at AMG Manufaktur (a few months ago), but no delivery as of now. 
Meaning that Steve has not yet had the opportunity to install this in anyone's car, or do a test install in an MB that didn't come with paddle shifters from factory.
greetingz,
BigSis
Meaning that Steve has not yet had the opportunity to install this in anyone's car, or do a test install in an MB that didn't come with paddle shifters from factory.
greetingz,
BigSis
08-13-2006, 02:23 PM
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Originally Posted by Apple '55
For what it's worth I recently purchased the Brabus wheel with paddle shifters.
(See attached picture). It's thick and leather coated, a good combo.
Also note the 200 MPH speedo they installed too!
(See attached picture). It's thick and leather coated, a good combo.
Also note the 200 MPH speedo they installed too!
08-13-2006, 07:17 PM
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Originally Posted by 579 E55
That wheel is crazy, if you dont mine, how much and where can I buy that wheel. Thanks
08-28-2006, 04:12 PM
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Any new info on this?
I really liked the AMG Manufaktur Steering Wheel that Steve was selling, but i really want to get the steering wheel w/paddle shifters, not buttons.
08-28-2006, 04:14 PM
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Originally Posted by Apple '55
Brabus makes the wheel - part #211-806-AAA $2295 installed.
Cool, thanks. That steering wheel looks great. Do you have picture with another view of the steering wheel by any chance?
08-28-2006, 04:29 PM
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Its really about time MB got with the program and offered you guys some paddles, even though you only have five gears to choose from. 
I'm in love with my paddles!
I'm in love with my paddles!
08-28-2006, 06:15 PM
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Originally Posted by Cylinder Head
Its really about time MB got with the program and offered you guys some paddles, even though you only have five gears to choose from.
I'm in love with my paddles!
I'm in love with my paddles!
, the 63's have both 7G & paddles, B@stards! 
08-28-2006, 07:13 PM
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Before you guys start getting too excited, keep in mind that the Benz system has the paddles on the wheel itself. It makes for MANY accident shifts on a road course. Also, the AMG box is not nearly as responsive as others (BMW), so using manual mode is a bit of a poser session to me.
08-28-2006, 07:31 PM
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Originally Posted by Cylinder Head
Its really about time MB got with the program and offered you guys some paddles, even though you only have five gears to choose from.
I'm in love with my paddles!
I'm in love with my paddles!
What option you have on your m5?
08-28-2006, 10:14 PM
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Originally Posted by jangy
Before you guys start getting too excited, keep in mind that the Benz system has the paddles on the wheel itself. It makes for MANY accident shifts on a road course. Also, the AMG box is not nearly as responsive as others (BMW), so using manual mode is a bit of a poser session to me.
08-29-2006, 07:04 AM
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05 E55, R33 GTR, R33 GTS-t
so whats the go with a paddle upgrade!? through the twisties i find myself using the buttons all the time, even though i prefer the feeling of giving the shifter a kick. its nice not to be able to leave your hands on the wheel at all times, but as we all know there are some better quality buttons on our playstation controllers 
