Coming from a w211 e55 owner who recently bought one of these im genuinely shocked at how much better it handles and brakes. Obviously the engine in the e55 is the tits (especially when modified) but the handling/braking difference is genuinely crazy. IMO these are a bit of a hidden gem.
That seems to be the common thing we’re hearing from owners. It wasn’t ever a car I was interested in, but I really enjoyed my short time with it. I’d be interested in driving one longer term.
E55 has always been one of my "what if" cars, I currently own an F82 M4. The E55 was much cheaper, less sporty and a more daily kind of car. I drive my M4 a lot as a daily, in the right lane smoking my pipe but I'm often a hooligan. But I've always had this idea that I would own a murdered out E55 Facelift like a gangster. The E55 facelift, every RS6, Cadillac STS, Jaguar XJ-R and E38 (C124 too) has always been the gangster cars. I want you to tell me how nice it is to have a proper mafia car so I can do the switch
@@Seb94126 M113k just has way more off the mark torque and when modified its on a different planet to even a bolt on's m156. But as said not having SBC and the better chassis of the w219 is a nice difference. They are both very different engines really in how they perform m156 you have to rev it and it's somewhat honda vtec feeling compared to a modified e55. With the 7 speed and me9.7 ecu the m156 is just a whole lot smoother driving too. Basically if your not drag racing everywhere the m156 is the way to go and just fix all the common issues and its a great car whatever chassis they put it in. Obviously a w204 being 170kg lighter with better steering will always handle better again than a w219. But generally cls63 are alot cheaper than w204 c63 atleast where I live and longterm they are a far rarer car.
Great Review 🤙I have a 2006 in the Obsidian Black also with similar mods,only 63,000 miles on the clock,owned it over 7 years now and will prob never sell it,a Great weekend car it is 🤙
I was considering the 09 CLS 550 I mentioned in the video as a winter beater, but once the car showed up on trade it wasn't worth it. Horribly beaten with mismatched panels and damage throughout. I'm glad I passed on it, and really happy I had the chance to drive the AMG here!
BMW X6 was before it. But this absolutely gave birth to BMW 4/6-series GC and Audi A5/7. This Mercedes is something I could trade in my M4 when I get tired of driven sporty. CLS gen 1 and 2 are crazy good looking.
This just looks so... Italianate! It's the best-styled Mercedes sedan in decades. They goofed it up in the 2nd-generation version. If my Boomer memory serves, this is only the third 4-door I've ever heard referred to as a coupé. I still recall the Rover P5 and P6 were called coupés as well. However...this coupé is...PEAK coupé. It was fun to see you enjoying it to the full.
I had a blast filming this one, hoping to get the chance to do some more cars like this now that I've driven this one recently. The styling has grown on me, helps that the owner has put on a newer-style AMG grille, and the final year of production with the updated exterior bits helps too. I'd be curious to drive the C218 now, the interior looks like a mix between my C-Class and S-Class.
@@PRNTestDrive I hope you'll get to sample that C218. I've liked the C-Class since I lived in Germany when they first came out. Sure...the old car is radically different to what is on the market now, but the nostalgia (or...anemoia) is still there. Take care!
Really liked the video! I have a 2005 CLS 55 AMG myself and just love that car. Everything from the way it handles, to the looks and especially the sound. Both the 63 and the 55 sounds amazing! Mine is white with black interior imported from Japan (Left hand drive), and to my surprise, the stereo head unit has both slots for DVD but also a mini disc. The whole screen tilts up or down. Love the cap by the way, I have just the same one in my car at all times.
Finally, I see another w219 with carbon fiber trim. Little surprised that it has pre-facelift steering wheel. I'd be happy to chat with the owner of this beast, since we both own p30 versions 🤘
Are you getting cf interior warping/peeling at all? All of my slats for the rear slider have peeled up, and part of my cf front dash is warping. :( So sad. Looking at custom alternatives soon...
The interior is pretty much a copy from the E-Class, feels right at home. Would love to revisit the W211 after filming this, it's been too long since I drove one.
@@Redkey7 reliability and tuning potential. M113K is one of the greatest engines AMG ever produced and it’s quite easy to work on. M156 was known for headbolt issues, but even if they are addressed, the 55 just has so much more character and the driving experience is miles better.
@@Wha_SAAB Not only headbolts but camshaft adjuster issues (pins wear away the softer metal of adjuster) and also camshaft lobe wear. The 55 also has so much more torque, even in stock form. I just love my CLS55.
Can you spot all the differences on this car from stock?
Front grill seems different and definitely a steering wheel 🤷♂️
Coming from a w211 e55 owner who recently bought one of these im genuinely shocked at how much better it handles and brakes. Obviously the engine in the e55 is the tits (especially when modified) but the handling/braking difference is genuinely crazy. IMO these are a bit of a hidden gem.
That seems to be the common thing we’re hearing from owners. It wasn’t ever a car I was interested in, but I really enjoyed my short time with it. I’d be interested in driving one longer term.
I have w211 E55 As well I don’t have a problem with it honestly it’s all about preference it’s about what you like real shit
E55 has always been one of my "what if" cars, I currently own an F82 M4. The E55 was much cheaper, less sporty and a more daily kind of car. I drive my M4 a lot as a daily, in the right lane smoking my pipe but I'm often a hooligan. But I've always had this idea that I would own a murdered out E55 Facelift like a gangster.
The E55 facelift, every RS6, Cadillac STS, Jaguar XJ-R and E38 (C124 too) has always been the gangster cars. I want you to tell me how nice it is to have a proper mafia car so I can do the switch
How do you feel that their performance compares? I have a m156 but very curious about m113k platform.
@@Seb94126 M113k just has way more off the mark torque and when modified its on a different planet to even a bolt on's m156. But as said not having SBC and the better chassis of the w219 is a nice difference. They are both very different engines really in how they perform m156 you have to rev it and it's somewhat honda vtec feeling compared to a modified e55. With the 7 speed and me9.7 ecu the m156 is just a whole lot smoother driving too. Basically if your not drag racing everywhere the m156 is the way to go and just fix all the common issues and its a great car whatever chassis they put it in. Obviously a w204 being 170kg lighter with better steering will always handle better again than a w219. But generally cls63 are alot cheaper than w204 c63 atleast where I live and longterm they are a far rarer car.
"I enjoy eating salmon so why not have it as a car" best justification ever for getting a CLS 🤣
Could also argue that donuts are tasty so this CLS would be a good buy also 😆
This guy has the best voice and he’s good at it
Thanks, I appreciate that!
Yes! There she is 😍 great job! Video turned out great!
Thank you again for letting us feature it! I had a blast driving it around Mexico. Enjoy it!
Great Review 🤙I have a 2006 in the Obsidian Black also with similar mods,only 63,000 miles on the clock,owned it over 7 years now and will prob never sell it,a Great weekend car it is 🤙
Glad to hear it! Sounds like it's pretty low mileage, especially for an AMG. Enjoy it!
Ive always wanted one of these used!
I was considering the 09 CLS 550 I mentioned in the video as a winter beater, but once the car showed up on trade it wasn't worth it. Horribly beaten with mismatched panels and damage throughout. I'm glad I passed on it, and really happy I had the chance to drive the AMG here!
Great informative review.
Stay healthy
Thanks!
I Love that Car....I still own one 2009 CLS 63 AMG......! Renntech Stage 1 Tune
Awesome car to own! We're really glad we had the chance to feature one finally.
BMW X6 was before it. But this absolutely gave birth to BMW 4/6-series GC and Audi A5/7. This Mercedes is something I could trade in my M4 when I get tired of driven sporty. CLS gen 1 and 2 are crazy good looking.
We certainly came to appreciate this one more after driving it.
This just looks so... Italianate! It's the best-styled Mercedes sedan in decades. They goofed it up in the 2nd-generation version. If my Boomer memory serves, this is only the third 4-door I've ever heard referred to as a coupé. I still recall the Rover P5 and P6 were called coupés as well. However...this coupé is...PEAK coupé. It was fun to see you enjoying it to the full.
I had a blast filming this one, hoping to get the chance to do some more cars like this now that I've driven this one recently. The styling has grown on me, helps that the owner has put on a newer-style AMG grille, and the final year of production with the updated exterior bits helps too. I'd be curious to drive the C218 now, the interior looks like a mix between my C-Class and S-Class.
@@PRNTestDrive I hope you'll get to sample that C218. I've liked the C-Class since I lived in Germany when they first came out. Sure...the old car is radically different to what is on the market now, but the nostalgia (or...anemoia) is still there. Take care!
Really liked the video!
I have a 2005 CLS 55 AMG myself and just love that car. Everything from the way it handles, to the looks and especially the sound. Both the 63 and the 55 sounds amazing!
Mine is white with black interior imported from Japan (Left hand drive), and to my surprise, the stereo head unit has both slots for DVD but also a mini disc. The whole screen tilts up or down.
Love the cap by the way, I have just the same one in my car at all times.
Thanks for checking this episode out! I'm glad I had the chance to drive this car, as it's always a treat to feature an older AMG.
Finally, I see another w219 with carbon fiber trim. Little surprised that it has pre-facelift steering wheel. I'd be happy to chat with the owner of this beast, since we both own p30 versions 🤘
The owner replaced the steering wheel as I believe the air bag went off on the original one.
The owner does have his own Channel if you want to check out www.youtube.com/@Erikzapp
Are you getting cf interior warping/peeling at all? All of my slats for the rear slider have peeled up, and part of my cf front dash is warping. :( So sad. Looking at custom alternatives soon...
MY favorite thing about the CLS models is the handling. There is almost no roll in the turns.
We’re hearing that a lot in the comments!
In America they have them for 15k I’m looking for one now, I had the 500 model can’t wait to get the 63 almost double up lol
Sounds like a pretty reasonable price. I believe the owner of this car has listed it for sale for about $28k CAD if you're interested.
I just found one for 13k☠️ i am hopping on it asap
Finally found another M156 which was build by the same guy!
That's awesome!
we love NEILL
Who’s that?
It’s actually Nile not Neil :)
good lord that rear diffuser.
why?
racecar lol
I would have thought that was an E Class too lol
The interior is pretty much a copy from the E-Class, feels right at home. Would love to revisit the W211 after filming this, it's been too long since I drove one.
you are like a huge live Teddy Bear...very huggable
Hope that's a good thing, thanks!
OMG 😱
You mean AMG
That’s how I felt hearing that exhaust for the first time
CLS 55 AMG > CLS 63 AMG
How come?
@@Redkey7 reliability and tuning potential. M113K is one of the greatest engines AMG ever produced and it’s quite easy to work on. M156 was known for headbolt issues, but even if they are addressed, the 55 just has so much more character and the driving experience is miles better.
@@Wha_SAAB Not only headbolts but camshaft adjuster issues (pins wear away the softer metal of adjuster) and also camshaft lobe wear. The 55 also has so much more torque, even in stock form. I just love my CLS55.
@@Wha_SAABexactly I’m glad I got my E55 it’s wonderful 😭💯
piece of salmon?? wtf
Yeah, Google what a salmon filet looks like, I even overlay it during this video for emphasis. 😉
Pastel colors are not your friend.
These are the last days of Summer, do pastel while you still can
Always happy to get fashion advice on a car show.
@@PRNTestDrive Trust me, take my advice...stick with black.
Totes
@@PRNTestDrive man, you're not very fun to engage with😄