2015 CLS 63S AMG

Some flicks of the “stock” C43 after a wash in the driveway!!!😮‍💨

After having my 2013 Lexus ISF for a year I called it quits with the car. The ISF lacked personality and character and I was itching to come back into a W204.

This is my 2nd 507 after selling my designo coupe in 2024. Originally wanted a black sedan and didn’t realize how rare they were back then and settled into the coupe. Now it’s come full circle and finally scored the one I’ve always wanted.

Black over Porcelain interior with all the right options. Did some TLC and mild mods to make it look OEM+

Never letting this one go.

Now to hunt for a Black Series! 😁

Back home after paint correction and ceramic. Looking like a beaut 😁

Hello everyone!

So I've recently upgraded my C450 AMG. Here's the list: intakes, downpipes, exhaust, Weistec W.3 ECU tune, Weistec TCU tune, Weistec turbo impeller upgrade (stock turbos bored into big turbos), and a Weistec water methanol injection kit.

I've got a concern maybe some of you could address. The top end on my car MUCH stronger, but the sprint to 60 is leaving something to be desired. I've seen C43's with LESS work done to them achieving 2.9-3.1s to 60, whereas mine is still at around 4.1s (it was hitting 4.3x's before the big turbo work was done). This is Dragy tested on the street.

EDIT: I got a 4.09 last night. A negligible margin quicker, but quicker nonetheless. 86⁰ and humid. On level ground, and Dragy tested/timed.

These quicker C43's I'm seeing typically have intakes, downpipes, exhaust, ECU tune, TCU tune. I know C43's have 2 extra gears (9 speed), making the ratios a bit shorter and in turn the sprint to 60 as well, but with all this work done to mine I'm thinking I should also be somewhere in the low 3's - maybe 3.2-3.3 since my 7 speed gears are a bit longer. I feel as if something's off.

Something to bear in mind is that it's currently 95⁰+ and humid in my area. I know this negatively affects performance on a heavily modified and boosted car, but it shouldn't make a 0.8 second difference to 60. I could be wrong about that, though.

I'll be bringing the car back to the speed shop where I did all the work for data logging, but in the meantime I'm wondering if anyone knowledgeable about M276 W205 platforms knows something I don't about why my car is performing the way it is.

I also think if the 0-60 time is off by such a margin, there's likely significant gains still to be found in the top end, despite it feeling stronger than it was before.

EDIT: I have just noticed I never upgraded the spark plugs. Apparently HKS makes a spark plug kit for modified M276 motors, and their "1-step colder" plugs are for "stage 2+ and stage 3" cars pushing around or in excess of 550.

I'll be getting them regardless, but if anyone knows much much of a power loss this could actually cause I would love to know. Also, if there's anyone else with extensive M276 knowledge that can think of something else I'm missing that would still be much appreciated.

EXTRA EDIT: Apparently the spark plugs are not needed, but I will likely do them anyways since it certainly couldn't hurt the car. Even if there's no performance gain, a cooler engine is a healthier engine.

Traded in my GLC300 today and brought home this GLS63. She's a beauty!! 6-seat configuration with black leather interior. 🔥

The weather was all over the place on this particular afternoon, but it just made the car look even better. Some may write it off as "just a C43", but I still turn back to look at it every time I park it. Such a classy, elegant machine that packs a punch under the hood. Hope you enjoy the photos.

Can't believe its over 11 years old now..

Cut the fenders and front bumper down to fit front fascia. Front bumper makes contact with lower SAI pump. Removed it for now and will have to modify brackets to sit deeper behind front crash bar. Bumper also makes contact with what I believe is the center lower oil cooler. Had to shave down plastic air dams in order for bumper to sit flush against fenders. Feel I got it close enough to where I am able to start making brackets to hold everything together.

OEM Shocks were on backorder so the shop and I both searched for a while trying to find a suitable replacement.

HII guys…one of the ears of my abc pump broke and the shop wants me to put a new one…am i fucked like is there anyway this can be fixed without getting a new pump???

I’m debating trading my GLC 63S for this S 63 the GLC 2018 with 45,000 miles I haven’t talked to the dealer yet but let me know what you guys think. Picture is the S 63 and picture it is also my GLC yes I hate the wrap I got on it but at least it’s protecting the beautiful sparkly silver paint.

Just pulled into my cigar spot and saw this. Very cool GLE Platform, I've never seen the Brabus version. Wheels are sick.

First and probably only modification to my C63s, Android Auto integration, all factory settings retained, totally wireless and bloody brilliant 👍

Bought a CPO 2023 AMG GLS63 with about 20,000 miles. Like 2 months after purchase, it developed intermittent misfires, recurring check engine lights, coolant related faults, and before deciding needing a new motor, an amber coolant warning.

The dealer first replaced a transfer case seal and an ignition coil, but the issues returned. The dealer then opened a Technical Analysis case with Mercedes who diagnosed an internal coolant leak into the engine, and approved a complete engine replacement under the CPO warranty. The engine is estimated to be delivered August 3rd so I'm in a loaner until the repair is done. Crazy I know lol

Anyone else have to get their motor replaced?

Lease deals on the 2026 GLEs are quite enticing and I’m contemplating getting one. 24/10k for all and $0 DAS. What I’m not sure about is which trim to go for.

Here’s the options:
1. GLE 450 - decently equipped, DAP, Exclusive, Pano, etc. Blue with Catalana Beige interior. Almost identical to my current 23 GLE450 except color/interior. $23K one pay.
2. AMG GLE53 - Manufaktur Edition, lots of standard upgrades, Airmatic, ADS, HUD, etc. Mystic Blue with black leather. Haven’t driven it yet but this seems to be the Best Buy of the lot. $25K one pay.
3. GLE 580 - similar equipment as the 450 but in Alpine Gray with black interior. $25k one pay.

The monthly pay MF is higher.

Thoughts? Recommendations? TIA

2019 Glc 63

Nothing feels like...well almost nothing 🤭 Thank you Pristine Detailing 210 🤌🏽

5 days later, all good. It was the low pressure fuel pump that failed. Had a recall that needed to be addressed as well. She's driving like a beast again.

2016 amg cla45 with 67000 kms on clock, occasionally when cold moving selector into reverse it clunks, about 1 in 10 it seems, gearbox serviced at 50000km, other than that car is epic, is this relatively common!? Pic for fun

Swapped my GLE 53 for 63 S GLE. I’m waiting to feel the muscle for long and become part of hand fitted machine.

It’s nothing but an awesome experience with new my car.

Soon will be wrapping it. I’ll post again once wrapped.

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