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Old 11-30-2016, 10:04 PM
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E63 5.5L V8tt, what to look for?

Hello all

Over the last seven years I had three different E55s AMG. Tomorrow will be tha last day with my E55. So I'm looking for the next AMG to replace the void in me. Naturally the 5.5L V8tt grabbed my attention. I tried for the last two hours to read up on the flat form. It's getting late so I'm just going to ask. Are there any big flags to look out on this flat form? Simple stuff like how to check oil? Dyno mode?

I know on the E55 you look out for the airmatic, gas tank, CPS, extreme case #8 cyclinder.

Anyway, thank you for any help/lead.
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Pretty solid cars, since they are fairly new there are not a lot of common problems.

You will probably need to replace the spark plugs if you get an ECU calibration.
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What year e63 are you looking at?
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Originally Posted by PeterUbers
What year e63 are you looking at?
I thought I hate the square look, but I hate the new look even more. So probably 12-13
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Also can I fit 18" wheels on them
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Also can I fit 18" wheels on them
Yes in the rear
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I thought I hate the square look, but I hate the new look even more. So probably 12-13
get the 13, better cooling system
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get the 13, better cooling system
True but it's only a $200 diy mod so the price increase on a '13 may not be worth it.
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True but it's only a $200 diy mod so the price increase on a '13 may not be worth it.


Where can I find information on this mod?
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https://mbworld.org/forums/w218/4530...m-updated.html

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