My Birthday Present to Myself - AMG Content!

[dk]

8mpg? pah, the V6 does 6 when fully lit LOL!

I've never got mine to single figures, lowest I've seen is about 16 I think, and that was trying hard. Never had it on a track though.

the guys with the c63s I know struggle to get into the 20's though. I think I do too many miles to drive one of those as a daily driver. The new model is going to be a 4 litre V8, bet that will be pretty efficient. I have a feeling that's the engine Aston are going to use too, I believe they did a deal with AMG recently for engines.

 

[Flat Eric]

I'd love a C63, bloke in my village has one. I need to strap a pair on and ask him to take me out in it...... Sounds incredible

Most AMGs do though!

 

[Jason_E]

All this gay arguing aside, has anyone posted up this yet?

 

[BigDaveRotary]

You guys!

Went for a drive down to Samphire Hoe, just outside Dover and took a couple of photos. The missus took a video going through the tunnel, but unfortunately it does not quite capture the epicness of the V8.

 

[Rob]

I really like the wheels as it is but genuinely can't decide if the multispokes are better or not? I assume they're serious wedge to get hold of?

Proper love the car though, jealous doesn't even cut it.

 

[Flat Eric]

I actually really like those wheels

EDIT: great minds rob, posted same time

 

[scotty2hotty81]

You can pay around £1000 for a decent set of multi spokes, cheaper ones come along now and again that need a refurb, problem is there polished and will never look the same again after a refurb.

 

[Gareth]

Would have to be multi-spoke for me, but the other wheels aren't bad.

 

[BigDaveRotary]

On topic, does anyone know how much these were brand new?

Circa £55k apparently!

 

[dk]

R171 was 50k plus options, they come pretty much fully loaded though.

 

[Ali]

Do moderators not moderate any more? This thread is a mess!!!

Nice pics above btw!! Air scarf on full blast?

 

[Flat Eric]

What is an air scarf? Without me searching etc

 

[imprezaworks]

Warm air at the top of the seat iirc

 

[dk]

Heater vents in the seats around the neck area, cold day, roof down, air scarf on, warm neck and head. Means you can have the roof down during the colder months.

Guy at work has just bought a brand new cdi slk and hasn't specced it, it's like spec ding a 182 without the cup pack.

 

[Rob]

Do moderators not moderate any more? This thread is a mess!!!

Nice pics above btw!! Air scarf on full blast?

Yes, yes we do.

I love air scarf, if there was some proper epic way of retro fitting it to mine, I would be.

 

[dk]

its actually not an extension of the cars normal heating system either, its actually heated elements in the seat i believe, but i guess its not much different to heated seats, just that this has a blower to direct the warm air through the vents.

 

[Gally]

The Multispokes shout AMG that's what I think the issue is. It makes the car look proper for some reason...

 

[Advikaz]

It does look very nice with the lower bumper black as above.

 

[Martin.]

Such a mean mean looking badass car!

Miniature version of the SLR almost.

 

[cat171]

Circa £55k apparently!

I saw a black one specced up once, £90k

 

[BigDaveRotary]

I saw a black one specced up once, £90k

Sounds like the Black version there!

 

[Ali]

The Multispokes shout AMG that's what I think the issue is. It makes the car look proper for some reason...

The newer shape is nicer, but then they shrunk the brakes! Boo!

 

[George@RTR_Parts]

So you got one then Dave, enjoy it mate! :approve:

 

[BigDaveRotary]

So you got one then Dave, enjoy it mate! :approve:

I did pal! Still no joy on sourcing brake discs though haha!

 

[George@RTR_Parts]

I did pal! Still no joy on sourcing brake discs though haha!

Tell me about it! If you find any part numbers for alternative to Merc oem discs and pads let me know and i'll see what i can do

 

[Advikaz]

/\ I might be able to sort an OE Merc number for you if you ding me the reg..

If you haven't already got it.

 

[BigDaveRotary]

^^ You has PM.

Alternatively if there is anyone on here that works for Merc and can get these at a half decent (non backside rinsing dealer prices) it would be useful to know!

 

[jayxx83]

Looks vewy nice. Always had a soft spot for one of these and they look better than the new shape by a country mile.

Cant wait to get some amg goodness when the new c63 comes out!

 

[MG cup]

Call the delaler parts acting like you know what your on about, maybe have the diameters, thicknesses, part number to hand and maybe throw in your a mechanic and are shocked at the prices or any other banter you have, before you pay ask if they could maybe do some discount..... If he doesn't then just make your excuses and hang up.

I do it every time although I'm not lying and I get between 10-15% off, you will get more discount through an employee though.

Smart car BTW, my uncles on his 3rd so they must be a nice motor.

 

[Stu_350z]

Love that

 

[Advikaz]

@G 172 - @BigDaveTrophy
Front Disc P/NO A 171 421 01 12

Front Pad P/No A 005 420 39 20 (Wear Sensor is seperate from Merc) 'A 171 540 06 17'

Rear Disc P/No A 171 423 02 12

Rear Pad P/No A 005 420 41 20 (Wear sensor again seperate) 'A 211 540 17 17'

H-Brake Shoe's P/No A 203 420 01 20

 

[CraigV6]

Sorry to bump an old thread.

Love these cars, so much so have placed a deposit on one to replace my V6.
56 plate silver with all the good options (and multispoke alloys).

All being well I'll have the Vee gone this Saturday and pick up the SLK55 the following Saturday.
Can't wait!!!!

 

[BigDaveRotary]

^^ lovely car I hope you enjoy it as much as I enjoy mine!