New performance pack for the Mercedes-Benz E63 AMG
If you believe that you’ll do away with all the “extra-equipment†hustles if you buy a top spec version like Mercedes-Benz’s E63 AMG better think again. These guys make a living from offering extras to their top models. Like the “Limited Sport Edition†of the BMW 1-Series that we previously posted, the Performance-Pack for the E63 AMG is all about appearance, a stiffer suspension and of course, a hefty price tag which in this case is 7.140 EUROS or 9.300 USD. –Continued: Click “Read more…†below Via: Autoblog.com & MercedesPRESS RELEASE: A special AMG performance package will shortly be available ex factory for the sporty 378 kW/514 hp E 63 AMG Saloon. It comprises various technical components which significantly enhance the handling dynamics, the motorsport potential and the individuality of this model. The performance package was developed at the AMG PERFORMANCE STUDIO in Affalterbach and the vehicles are built at the DaimlerChrysler production plant in
The performance package will be available for the E 63 AMG Saloon from March 2007. The performance package at a glance:
- 18-inch 5-spoke multipiece AMG alloy wheels, painted sterling silver, front wheels size 8.5 x 18 with 245/40 R 18 tyres, rear wheels size 9.5 x 18 with 265/35 R 18 tyres
- AMG performance suspension with firmer tuning, based on AIRMATIC DC
- Multi-disc rear locking differential with 40% locking effect, providing more traction when accelerating out of corners
- AMG ergonomic sports steering wheel in leather/black Alcantara with silver-coloured aluminium shift paddles
Using various higher-performance components, the AMG performance package for the E 63 AMG puts the accent on dynamic handling and performance. The result is a breathtaking driving experience for ambitious sports car enthusiasts who want to have the option of using their AMG performance model on closed-circuit racetracks. Customers benefit from the extensive motorsport know-how gained by Mercedes-AMG GmbH over the course of four decades. The E 63 performance package is priced at 7,140 euros (incl. 19% VAT).
The AMG PERFORMANCE STUDIO in Affalterbach can take the customisation even further, building distinctive – or even unique – vehicles on the basis of individual customer specifications.
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AMG optional extras available ex factory
For the SLK 55 AMG, SL 55 AMG, E 63 AMG, CLS 63 AMG and CLK 63 AMG models, exclusive individual optional extras from the AMG PERFORMANCE STUDIO are now for the first time also available ex factory.
SLK 55 AMG
- 18-inch twin-spoke AMG light-alloy wheels, multipiece
- AMG performance suspension
- AMG carbon trim parts
- Velour floor mats with AMG lettering
SL 55 AMG
- 19-inch twin-spoke AMG light-alloy wheels, multipiece
- Velour floor mats with AMG lettering
E 63 AMG Saloon and Estate
- 18-inch five-spoke AMG light-alloy wheels, multipiece
- AMG performance suspension, based on AIRMATIC DC (only for saloon)
- AMG rear locking differential
- Velour floor mats with AMG lettering
CLS 63 AMG
- 19-inch five-spoke AMG light-alloy wheels, multipiece
- AMG performance suspension, based on AIRMATIC DC
- AMG rear locking differential
- Velour floor mats with AMG lettering
CLK 63 AMG
- Velour floor mats with AMG lettering
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