W211 AMG Discuss the W211 AMG's such as the E55 and the E63

Should I drop her

Thread Tools
 
Search this Thread
 
Rate Thread
 
Old Jul 23, 2011 | 09:18 AM
  #1  
chawkins2001's Avatar
Thread Starter
MBWorld Fanatic!
 
Joined: Jan 2009
Posts: 7,659
Likes: 67
From: Atlanta
2006 E55 AMG
Should I drop her

I was thinking of dropping the rear so that the lip sits right on the tire or should I leave it?





Reply
Old Jul 23, 2011 | 09:38 AM
  #2  
Hellzno's Avatar
Senior Member
 
Joined: Jan 2011
Posts: 352
Likes: 1
E55 AMG
leave it
Reply
Old Jul 23, 2011 | 09:42 AM
  #3  
Das Geld 2's Avatar
MBWorld Fanatic!
15 Year Member
Liked
Loved
Community Favorite
 
Joined: Jul 2010
Posts: 4,359
Likes: 229
SL55, S500
What happens when you have 3 people in the back?
Reply
Old Jul 23, 2011 | 11:40 AM
  #4  
keith954's Avatar
Senior Member
 
Joined: Oct 2007
Posts: 340
Likes: 0
From: Illinois
cls55
looks perfect as it sits now
Reply
Old Jul 23, 2011 | 12:08 PM
  #5  
AKnight55's Avatar
MBWorld Fanatic!
20 Year Member
Photogenic
Photoriffic
Shutterbug
 
Joined: Dec 2005
Posts: 6,759
Likes: 96
From: NH
2012 C63 BS & 2014 E63 Estate & 2008 CLK63 BS
Leave it, love it with a little rake.
Reply
Old Jul 23, 2011 | 12:19 PM
  #6  
Bramage's Avatar
MBWorld Fanatic!
 
Joined: Mar 2010
Posts: 1,909
Likes: 4
From: San Diego
F-250
Originally Posted by Das Geld 2
What happens when you have 3 people in the back?
I was worried about this, since my rear tires are tucked. The air suspension compensates, and you can have 3 adults in the back, and the height stays the same. When they all get out, the *** end goes WAY up in the air, and then comes back down.
Reply
Old Jul 23, 2011 | 12:29 PM
  #7  
TheVazha's Avatar
MBWorld Fanatic!
15 Year Member
Liked
Loved
Community Favorite
 
Joined: Sep 2009
Posts: 2,603
Likes: 112
From: LA
W213 E63
Leave it!! Your stance now is where its at!
Reply
Old Jul 23, 2011 | 01:14 PM
  #8  
chawkins2001's Avatar
Thread Starter
MBWorld Fanatic!
 
Joined: Jan 2009
Posts: 7,659
Likes: 67
From: Atlanta
2006 E55 AMG
I have never had anyone in the back in nearly two years of ownership, so I am not worried about that.

On a second note, I highly recommend weathertech digital cut matts:



Reply
MB World Stories

The Best of Mercedes & AMG

story-0

6 Mercedes Models That Did NOT Age Well (But Are Somehow Still Cool)

 Verdad Gallardo
story-1

Manual Mercedes? 6 Times Sindelfingen Let Drivers Have All The Fun

 Verdad Gallardo
story-2

Mercedes SLR McLaren 722 S Is Extremely Rare Example Modified by McLaren

 Verdad Gallardo
story-3

8 Classic Boxy Mercedes Designs That Have Aged Like Fine Wine

 Verdad Gallardo
story-4

Flawlessly Restored Mercedes 190E Evo II Heads to Auction

 Verdad Gallardo
story-5

Electric Mercedes C-Class Unveiled: 11 Things You Need to Know

 Verdad Gallardo
story-6

Mercedes EQS Gets A Major Update: Everything You Need to Know

 Verdad Gallardo
story-7

5 Underrated Mercedes-Benz Models That Don't Get the Love They Deserve

 Verdad Gallardo
story-8

Mercedes 300D Has Pushed Well Past 1 Million Miles and It Ain't Stopping

 Verdad Gallardo
story-9

10 Most Reliable Mercedes-Benz Models You Can Buy Used

 Verdad Gallardo
Old Jul 23, 2011 | 01:56 PM
  #9  
shardul's Avatar
Former Vendor of MBWorld
iTrader: (1)
 
Joined: May 2008
Posts: 12,139
Likes: 295
From: Houston
2003 W211 E55, 2003 W220 S600
leave it as it. ask someone to drive you car so you can see it from outside the rear will go lower
Reply
Old Jul 23, 2011 | 02:07 PM
  #10  
nicco's Avatar
Member
 
Joined: Mar 2011
Posts: 223
Likes: 2
E55 AMG
Think it looks perfect as it is
Reply
Old Jul 23, 2011 | 02:54 PM
  #11  
AMG_RL's Avatar
Super Member
 
Joined: Apr 2010
Posts: 781
Likes: 0
From: Bay Area, CA
E55 AMG, 72' Toyota Carina, 63' Ford F100, 72' Mercedes 250c, 15' Harley Davidson Softail
I'll be the outcast and say slam that SH**! My 285's are tucking tire, it's really not that bad as long as you know how to drive the car slammed. I hit up mountain roads at this height setting and it hasn't been an issue
Reply
Old Jul 23, 2011 | 03:01 PM
  #12  
chawkins2001's Avatar
Thread Starter
MBWorld Fanatic!
 
Joined: Jan 2009
Posts: 7,659
Likes: 67
From: Atlanta
2006 E55 AMG
Great thanks homies. I will mount the drag setup and see how that looks before I do anything else. I will leave it for now.
Reply
Old Jul 23, 2011 | 03:06 PM
  #13  
_AMG_'s Avatar
MBWorld Fanatic!
 
Joined: Jul 2009
Posts: 6,677
Likes: 4
From: Los Angeles
C63
It looks prefect the way it is.

+1 on Weathertech
Great product!!
Reply
Old Jul 23, 2011 | 03:23 PM
  #14  
FASN8N's Avatar
MBWorld Fanatic!
20 Year Member
 
Joined: Feb 2005
Posts: 1,728
Likes: 3
From: Atlanta
CTSV/6sp Grocery Getter
I like my cars pretty low and think your stance is about perfect in the pictures
Reply
Old Jul 23, 2011 | 04:30 PM
  #15  
E55Dimon's Avatar
MBWorld Fanatic!
 
Joined: Aug 2010
Posts: 2,183
Likes: 12
From: MA
E63S
I know what you mean, my car is at same height and I always think of going lower. However, as shardul said it's lower when u are driving. It was a nice surprise to see after finding my car in random YouTube videos lol. What's that sticker say on the rear window?
Reply
Old Jul 23, 2011 | 08:38 PM
  #16  
BenzoBoi's Avatar
Super Moderator
20 Year Member
 
Joined: Jul 2003
Posts: 11,664
Likes: 3
From: SoCal
W221
First and foremost...hot diggity damn your car is SICK!

Second...I vote to keep it as is. I think it looks SPOT ON!
Reply
Old Jul 23, 2011 | 09:00 PM
  #17  
HeissRod's Avatar
MBWorld Fanatic!
 
Joined: Jun 2009
Posts: 4,429
Likes: 61
From: Cypress, TX
'06 E55, '15 Jeep SRT8, '94 Mustang GT
What are you using to lower it? How negative is your camber?
Reply
Old Jul 23, 2011 | 10:04 PM
  #18  
Bramage's Avatar
MBWorld Fanatic!
 
Joined: Mar 2010
Posts: 1,909
Likes: 4
From: San Diego
F-250
I have never heard his camber say anything nice about anyone...
Reply
Old Jul 24, 2011 | 03:43 AM
  #19  
TheVazha's Avatar
MBWorld Fanatic!
15 Year Member
Liked
Loved
Community Favorite
 
Joined: Sep 2009
Posts: 2,603
Likes: 112
From: LA
W213 E63
Bro your street reminds me of "The Burbs" and I'm not gonna lie its absolutely AWESOME. You hear me Peterson!
Reply
Old Jul 24, 2011 | 11:16 AM
  #20  
chawkins2001's Avatar
Thread Starter
MBWorld Fanatic!
 
Joined: Jan 2009
Posts: 7,659
Likes: 67
From: Atlanta
2006 E55 AMG
I live in the burbs and my neighbors hate my loud cars, but you have to represent I have had much louder than what I have now.

I think I am going down an 1/4" in the rear, ever so slightly. I dont think you will notice in the pics but I will post some new ones tonight, if I can squeeze the job in today. The rear window decal says Buckhead Imports Performance, my indi shop that does all my work.
Reply
Old Jul 24, 2011 | 10:11 PM
  #21  
FASN8N's Avatar
MBWorld Fanatic!
20 Year Member
 
Joined: Feb 2005
Posts: 1,728
Likes: 3
From: Atlanta
CTSV/6sp Grocery Getter
I just noticed you had the AMG grille badge too, did you have to Dremel yours too to make it fit correctly?
Reply
Old Jul 25, 2011 | 08:09 AM
  #22  
chawkins2001's Avatar
Thread Starter
MBWorld Fanatic!
 
Joined: Jan 2009
Posts: 7,659
Likes: 67
From: Atlanta
2006 E55 AMG
No it fit perfect off the shelf.
Reply
Old Jul 25, 2011 | 12:33 PM
  #23  
AMG_RL's Avatar
Super Member
 
Joined: Apr 2010
Posts: 781
Likes: 0
From: Bay Area, CA
E55 AMG, 72' Toyota Carina, 63' Ford F100, 72' Mercedes 250c, 15' Harley Davidson Softail
Originally Posted by Bramage
I have never heard his camber say anything nice about anyone...

HAHAHAAHA!
Reply

Currently Active Users Viewing This Thread: 1 (0 members and 1 guests)
 


You have already rated this thread Rating: Thread Rating: 0 votes,  average.


All times are GMT -4. The time now is 03:53 AM.

story-0
6 Mercedes Models That Did NOT Age Well (But Are Somehow Still Cool)

Slideshow: Not every Mercedes design becomes timeless, some feel stuck in the era they came from.

By Verdad Gallardo | 2026-05-12 18:09:07


VIEW MORE
story-1
Manual Mercedes? 6 Times Sindelfingen Let Drivers Have All The Fun

Slideshow: Yes, Mercedes built manual cars, and some of them are far more interesting than you'd expect.

By Verdad Gallardo | 2026-05-02 12:36:58


VIEW MORE
story-2
Mercedes SLR McLaren 722 S Is Extremely Rare Example Modified by McLaren

Slideshow: A one-of-one U.S.-spec Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren Roadster became even rarer after a factory-backed transformation at McLaren's headquarters.

By Verdad Gallardo | 2026-04-29 11:19:28


VIEW MORE
story-3
8 Classic Boxy Mercedes Designs That Have Aged Like Fine Wine

Slideshow: Before curves took over, Mercedes mastered the art of the straight line, and some of those shapes still look right today.

By Verdad Gallardo | 2026-04-25 12:05:49


VIEW MORE
story-4
Flawlessly Restored Mercedes 190E Evo II Heads to Auction

Slideshow: The 190E Evolution II shows how a homologation necessity became a six-figure collector icon.

By Verdad Gallardo | 2026-04-22 17:53:47


VIEW MORE
story-5
Electric Mercedes C-Class Unveiled: 11 Things You Need to Know

Slideshow: Mercedes is turning one of its core nameplates electric, and the details show just how serious this shift is.

By Verdad Gallardo | 2026-04-21 13:58:06


VIEW MORE
story-6
Mercedes EQS Gets A Major Update: Everything You Need to Know

Slideshow: Faster charging, longer range, and a controversial steer-by-wire system define the latest evolution of Mercedes-Benz EQS.

By Verdad Gallardo | 2026-04-15 10:35:34


VIEW MORE
story-7
5 Underrated Mercedes-Benz Models That Don't Get the Love They Deserve

Slideshow: These overlooked Mercedes-Benz models never got the spotlight, but they quietly delivered more than most remember.

By Verdad Gallardo | 2026-04-13 19:35:45


VIEW MORE
story-8
Mercedes 300D Has Pushed Well Past 1 Million Miles and It Ain't Stopping

Slideshow: A well-used 1991 Mercedes-Benz 300D with more than one million miles is now looking for a new owner, and it still appears ready for more.

By Verdad Gallardo | 2026-04-10 10:05:15


VIEW MORE
story-9
10 Most Reliable Mercedes-Benz Models You Can Buy Used

Slideshow: From bulletproof sedans to surprisingly tough SUVs, these Mercedes models proved that the three-pointed star can go the distance.

By Verdad Gallardo | 2026-04-08 09:55:49


VIEW MORE