sfkarp

Looked at a black E55 Saturday. As expected, it had no spare tire. Has anyone solved this problem? On my C32, I just use one of my snow tires or regular tires for a spare depening on the season. Is the E55 spare tire depression in the trunk large enough to do this? I don't think I will spend $80,000 on a car that I cannot have a spare tire in.

moa4r

there is a compartment under the trunk ---look harder there is a spare

E55 KEV

Really! Now I am curious. What type of spare is in a 2003+ W211 E55 AMG?

Pbglas

The lack of a spare tire does not bother me --- if indeed there isn't one. I have not changed tires in over 10 years. The few flats I had were handled by tire sealant which is a whole lot more convenient.

Stephen04E55

E320's and E500's have a spare...the E55 has no spare as the car has "run flat" tires. Many have purchased a cheap wheel and tire combo for a spare to put in the empty well. BTW, the car still has a jack.

Pbglas

E320's and E500's have a spare...the E55 has no spare as the car has "run flat" tires. Many have purchased a cheap wheel and tire combo for a spare to put in the empty well. BTW, the car still has a jack.

Really? That is good news. But I thought I saw one with Conti's which are not run flat.

E55AMG99

Tires on the E55 are not run flat.

amgrocket

ummm.. "run flat tires" on the w211 e55? uhh nope... those continental contisport 2s or dunlop sp9000s the e55 comes OE with are NOT run flats. there are no runflats even built for the stock rear size (2653518).no spare no run flat just a can of sealant. have teleaid, cell phone or The Force if you get a large or sidewall puncture.

Pbglas

If run flats were available, could one replace the stock with them? What are the cons?

E55AMG99

Stiffer sidewalls usually and possibly higher priced. Tire pressure monitoring system is manditory since no visual indication of low pressure.

Stephen04E55

Whoops! The dealer actually told me that the tires were "run flat" and now that you mention it....I realize that they definitely are not "run flats". One thing for sure is that my spare tire well is empty...

E55AMG99

When are the freaking stealers going to get their act together? Too bad the cars sell themselves and the robots don't have to think for a living.

amgrocket

"run flat" tires are a compromise. they offer similar performance with the convenience of driving in a low or zero air situation. arun flat pressure sensors (approx $300 total) installed in the wheels are required for runflats because the car could be driven without air and many people would not be able to tell. so that is a plus but on the downside.. costs more. the same tire that is not a runflat costs approx 25% less, runflats require an extra stiff sidewall which equals an extra stiff ride but probably most importantly the performance of the tire is less if everything else is equal. the tire is heavy (5-8lbs heavier). more unsprung weight not a good thing. for example the c5 vette uses runflat goodyear f1 gs but the z06 does without them and opts for the gdyear f1 supercar (stickier tire). runflat future is bright but for the performance enthusiast they suck.

Pbglas

Thanks, Rocket. Will MB's tire pressure monitoring system do or do they need some special kind of monitors.

moa4r

I have a spare in my 320, so I assumed there would be one in the 55 sorry...

imthduke

So....what is the bottom line here? Does the E55 2004 have a spare tire or no?

Eddie Knopp

Bottom Line - NO

Dr Chill

All the W211 has is a canister of German Fix-o-flat that didn't work when I had a blowout. I called Telaid who had a service guy call me to tell me nothing could be done. He then sent a flat bed to tow my car to the dealer. Two days later I picked up my car to find a $600 bill includind $140 for the tow and $460 for a new Conti Sportcontact 265 rear tire mounted and balanced. They said towing is not covered since a flat is a roadside hazard and is not under warranty. After I raised holy hell, they dropped the bill in half, which was still about $100 higher than if I took the wheel off and brought it to a tire place a few blocks from where I got the flat. A few weeks later I got a letter from the dealer stating the part I ordered had arrived. I went ther and found out they ordered a new cannister of German Fix-o-flat. They wouldn't let me take it until I paid the $57 for it. I told them to shove it right up their asses and when questioned what I would do now if I got a flat, I told them I now carry an extra wheel and tire in my trunk because I never want to be stranded with a flat again.


Trust me, from experience I know there is no spare and these are definitely not run-flats.

Eddie Knopp

Chill -
What size wheel/tire are you using for your spare ? Does it fit underneath the cover ?

E55 KEV

WHAT THE F_CK! THE DAMN TOWING IS NOT COVERED UNDER ROADSIDE EMERGENCY. THAT IS STUPID AS HELL! I THOUGHT TOWING IS COVERED NO MATTER WHAT THE EMERGENCY.

My Ford coverage includes any towing, flat repair, spare tire changing, gas etc.

Send a letter or email to MBUSA if you have not. THAT IS AWFUL!

Dr Chill

I have a stock front wheel as my spare at present taking up most of my trunk space.

Dr Chill

Roadside assistance is free but towing for non warranty items is not. Maybe I should trade the E55 for a 2005 Mustang GT.

Pbglas

Are you sure doctor. I specificallyasked my dealer who said dealing wiht flats is one of hte most common roadside service sought --- and delivered for free.

Dr Chill

I confirmed this with MBUSA when I called to complain. MB will send a roadside asst to come fix the flat with their cannister, change the tire, or arrange for a tow. The tow, however will be at owner's expense unless it is a tire warranty issue.

Pbglas

Thanks Doctor. What is a `tire warranty issue?' Tires are typically warranteed by the tire maker not the auto manufacturer.

Or am I missing the point?