New E55 owner... wanted to say Hello
02-19-2011, 03:24 PM
#1
Junior Member
Thread Starter
Join Date: Dec 2010
Location: Columbus, Ohio
Posts: 19
Likes: 0
Received 0 Likes
on
0 Posts
2004 E55 AMG , 2004 Range Rover, 1983 Ferrari 308 QV Turbo
New E55 owner... wanted to say Hello
I have been looking for a nice E55 for the past 3-4 months and I finally found one local. I picked it up a couple days ago to replace my aging Audi S4.
It's a 2004 with 49k miles, heated/cooled ventilated dynamic seats, pano roof, keyless go, well it has most of the options I think and a 100k warranty
So far I love it. Makes me want to get up and drive to work every day. This site has been a very valuable tool for researching these cars and educating myself on the E55. Thanks to you all for your creating this great community. And now its time to start modding
If the wife does not kill me first
Oh... by the way I am located in Columbus Ohio. Do any of you local guys ever get together? If so I would love to meet up some time.
It's a 2004 with 49k miles, heated/cooled ventilated dynamic seats, pano roof, keyless go, well it has most of the options I think and a 100k warranty
So far I love it. Makes me want to get up and drive to work every day. This site has been a very valuable tool for researching these cars and educating myself on the E55. Thanks to you all for your creating this great community. And now its time to start modding
If the wife does not kill me firstOh... by the way I am located in Columbus Ohio. Do any of you local guys ever get together? If so I would love to meet up some time.
02-19-2011, 04:08 PM
#7
MBWorld Fanatic!
Join Date: Apr 2009
Location: Lafayette, IN
Posts: 1,582
Likes: 0
Received 1 Like
on
1 Post
2008 ML63 2009 SL63 2010 Alpha 7 GTR
Congrats! Im a state over! we should be getting together in April in Indy.
You're going to get drilled for the grill, just to let you know..
Chad
You're going to get drilled for the grill, just to let you know..
Chad
Trending Topics
02-19-2011, 04:17 PM
#8
Super Member
He he...yeah...welcome to the board!
You're definitely going to get drilled for your grille... ;-)
You're definitely going to get drilled for your grille... ;-)
02-19-2011, 04:36 PM
#11
Junior Member
Thread Starter
Join Date: Dec 2010
Location: Columbus, Ohio
Posts: 19
Likes: 0
Received 0 Likes
on
0 Posts
2004 E55 AMG , 2004 Range Rover, 1983 Ferrari 308 QV Turbo
Well based on what I have read on this forum I think some type of HE upgrade, header, and exhaust (mufflers) will be what I start with for upgrades. I picked up the bluetooth puck at German Mercedes on Friday for $210. My HTC Hero works great with it and my contact list uploaded too.
As for the grill... please give me a little slack... I bought it that way
02-19-2011, 04:41 PM
#12
Junior Member
Thread Starter
Join Date: Dec 2010
Location: Columbus, Ohio
Posts: 19
Likes: 0
Received 0 Likes
on
0 Posts
2004 E55 AMG , 2004 Range Rover, 1983 Ferrari 308 QV Turbo
Thanks for that tip. I have noticed a squeaking sound, that must be it.
I have been thinking about some black wheels and a carbon front spoiler. I think that would give it a more aggressive look for sure. I need to start looking through the forums to see what wheel looks the best. Anyone got any personal favorites?
02-19-2011, 04:42 PM
#13
Member
Join Date: Sep 2010
Location: Los Angeles
Posts: 173
Likes: 0
Received 0 Likes
on
0 Posts
2005 E55 AMG
Well based on what I have read on this forum I think some type of HE upgrade, header, and exhaust (mufflers) will be what I start with for upgrades. I picked up the bluetooth puck at German Mercedes on Friday for $210. My HTC Hero works great with it and my contact list uploaded too.
As for the grill... please give me a little slack... I bought it that way
As for the grill... please give me a little slack... I bought it that way
It's a matter of taste but I think it looks better than the chrome.
02-19-2011, 04:43 PM
#14
Member
Join Date: Sep 2010
Location: Los Angeles
Posts: 173
Likes: 0
Received 0 Likes
on
0 Posts
2005 E55 AMG
Thanks for that tip. I have noticed a squeaking sound, that must be it.
I have been thinking about some black wheels and a carbon front spoiler. I think that would give it a more aggressive look for sure. I need to start looking through the forums to see what wheel looks the best. Anyone got any personal favorites?
I have been thinking about some black wheels and a carbon front spoiler. I think that would give it a more aggressive look for sure. I need to start looking through the forums to see what wheel looks the best. Anyone got any personal favorites?
02-19-2011, 04:45 PM
#15
MBWorld Fanatic!
Welcome Steve! It looks clean and I'm not going to say anything about the star grille or chrome plated lower grilles 
I love my pano roof but it does creak a bit so be ready for that.
Oh forgot the chrome around the head lights. I know it's a mater of personal taste but it just looks out of place on our cars.
I love my pano roof but it does creak a bit so be ready for that.Oh forgot the chrome around the head lights. I know it's a mater of personal taste but it just looks out of place on our cars.
02-20-2011, 10:19 AM
#16
Junior Member
Thread Starter
Join Date: Dec 2010
Location: Columbus, Ohio
Posts: 19
Likes: 0
Received 0 Likes
on
0 Posts
2004 E55 AMG , 2004 Range Rover, 1983 Ferrari 308 QV Turbo
Welcome Steve! It looks clean and I'm not going to say anything about the star grille or chrome plated lower grilles I love my pano roof but it does creak a bit so be ready for that.
Oh forgot the chrome around the head lights. I know it's a mater of personal taste but it just looks out of place on our cars.
I love my pano roof but it does creak a bit so be ready for that.Oh forgot the chrome around the head lights. I know it's a mater of personal taste but it just looks out of place on our cars.
Yeah, it looks like the previous owner added a couple things to this car like the grill and chrome trim. Wish they would have added a HE upgrade and headers instead
Oh well it all can be fixed with time and money... eventually
02-20-2011, 01:24 PM
#17
Junior Member
Join Date: May 2010
Location: Grove City, OH
Posts: 39
Likes: 0
Received 0 Likes
on
0 Posts
03 RS6
I'm in Columbus, Looking to get into one eventually... I'm pretty much dead set on getting into an e55, as I hate my BMW at the moment.
Congrats on finding the one!
Congrats on finding the one!
02-20-2011, 01:51 PM
#19
Junior Member
Thread Starter
Join Date: Dec 2010
Location: Columbus, Ohio
Posts: 19
Likes: 0
Received 0 Likes
on
0 Posts
2004 E55 AMG , 2004 Range Rover, 1983 Ferrari 308 QV Turbo
Yep... The previous owner went to town with the chrome on this car
I got to see how easy this stuff comes off. I think the silver/black combo looks a lot better then the silver/chrome does. I am thinking black badges, wheels, window tint, and front/rear CF spoiler/diffuser would look good.
02-20-2011, 01:56 PM
#20
MBWorld Fanatic!
Join Date: Dec 2008
Posts: 7,226
Likes: 0
Received 6 Likes
on
5 Posts
3-five-five/ TUNDRA/ 07 997 cab
Yep... The previous owner went to town with the chrome on this car
I got to see how easy this stuff comes off. I think the silver/black combo looks a lot better then the silver/chrome does. I am thinking black badges, wheels, window tint, and front/rear CF spoiler/diffuser would look good.
02-20-2011, 02:05 PM
#21
Junior Member
Thread Starter
Join Date: Dec 2010
Location: Columbus, Ohio
Posts: 19
Likes: 0
Received 0 Likes
on
0 Posts
2004 E55 AMG , 2004 Range Rover, 1983 Ferrari 308 QV Turbo
02-20-2011, 03:12 PM
#23
Junior Member
Join Date: May 2010
Location: Grove City, OH
Posts: 39
Likes: 0
Received 0 Likes
on
0 Posts
03 RS6
