Addition To The Fleet - '05 Mercedes-Benz E55 AMG
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From: Forney, TX
'14 Mustang GT, '13 F-150 SuperCrew EcoBoost, '05 SRT4, '04 E55 AMG
Beautiful stable!! I wanted a GTR, then I talked to several owners and a performance shop and realized it would have to be a garage queen. I couldn't afford the upkeep and mods, lol!!! V6,V8, and V10......nice choices to have!
Beautiful home and driveway btw.... Hope the E55 can put as many smiles on your face as the other 2 monsters.
Beautiful home and driveway btw.... Hope the E55 can put as many smiles on your face as the other 2 monsters.
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2006 E55, 2012 Jeep SRT, 2008 G37s 6MT (The Mrs.), 2005 Explorer
Haha! Thanks guys! SterlingE55, that made me laugh. I can't really drive my GTR for too long as it is completely built pushing around 700+ hp and the fumes can really get to you! It is a blast though. The R8, on the other hand, is the perfect supercar. It is daily driveable. Comfortable, yet fast as hell. Just love it too much to rack up mileage on it. That's where the E55 comes in. It's comfortable, fast and can be used daily and when I need the four seats (I don't consider it a five-seater) or when it is raining. Lol!
By the way, just ordered the clear corners, E63 tail lights and new center caps for the wheels (as one is missing). I'm debating the E63 wheels (powdercoated black) or a set of 20" aftermarket wheels. Anybody know of any used wheels for sale (other than "desired speeds" set of E63 wheels)? Still debating the lowering module or lowering links. Not sure which to go with.
By the way, just ordered the clear corners, E63 tail lights and new center caps for the wheels (as one is missing). I'm debating the E63 wheels (powdercoated black) or a set of 20" aftermarket wheels. Anybody know of any used wheels for sale (other than "desired speeds" set of E63 wheels)? Still debating the lowering module or lowering links. Not sure which to go with.
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G550 4x4², Phantom, 675LT Spider, Aventador SV Roadster, P1, 812 Superfast, Portofino
The module gives you adjustability which is handy for certain entrances to driveways, etc. Which I find valuable for a daily driver. I have left mine stock on Sport II for that reason. There are times when I have to raise it up because of the front lip (which really helps update the looks of this car). I would suggest 19" or 20" reps for a daily driver depending upon the roads in your area. I believe they're stronger than the factory boat anchors and cheap to replace if a pot hole destroys one. Since you live in the heat I'd suggest a heat exchanger, HE pump and headers as a first set of mods. That and the EC TCU. The headers and TCU are my favorite mods. Jake and Jerry are great to work with.
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G550 4x4², Phantom, 675LT Spider, Aventador SV Roadster, P1, 812 Superfast, Portofino
Thank you! The GTR has been completely built by South Florida Turbo down here in Pompano Beach, FL. They have been superb with everything! The GTR has a complete titanium exhaust system, upgraded ECU / TCU, upgraded suspension, reinforced transmission, upgraded turbos and I'm sure I am forgetting a couple things. It's seriously a monster! Best part is, it retains the stock look (minus the lowering / burnt titanium pipes).
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93' Ultrasonic Blue Mica LS6/T56 RX7 R1 weekend/ 2007 4Runner V8/ 08' prius
Thank you! The GTR has been completely built by South Florida Turbo down here in Pompano Beach, FL. They have been superb with everything! The GTR has a complete titanium exhaust system, upgraded ECU / TCU, upgraded suspension, reinforced transmission, upgraded turbos and I'm sure I am forgetting a couple things. It's seriously a monster! Best part is, it retains the stock look (minus the lowering / burnt titanium pipes).
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