E55k on coilovers

[haaran]

Has anyone converted their car to coilovers?
What are the pros and cons?
What do you think about this kit?
Mercedes Benz E-Class E55 AMG W211 03-06 - Mercedes Benz Coilovers - Applications | BC Racing Coilovers

 

[Vilus]

Many US owners have done this, and if you check the US forums there is much discussion on this topic. Be aware that you will need a lot more parts than just the new coilovers/springs, and reprogramming of the electronics via Star, and resetting the toe-in/camber. Some owner love the conversion, others don't like the stiffer. lower ride. Here are some of the additional parts required. I don't think you will find that the coilovers just bolt in where the air struts were.

 

[haaran]

Ok, so I guess the Arnott reconditioned struts are the easier way to go.

 

[Alps]

I would say with the UK roads dont go the coilover route.

One of the best things about hte w211 is the air suspension and the ability to raise when needed.

i say go the arnott route , there was a supplier in germany which sold arnott units to save all the import hassle, also arnott may not ship to uk any longer as no-one sends the old core units back.

 

[Vilus]

I agree with Alps, the British roads would kill with coilovers. Here is a link to the German site listing the recon Arnott struts..

E-Class 211: Compressors and spare parts for the air-suspension, Air-

 

[Mat B]

They sell them on eBay too

2 x Arnott Rear Air Suspension Springs Mercedes CLS Class, E Class E63 E55 AMG | eBay

I'm considering them too as I have a slow leek

 

[haaran]

It seems the fronts are the more difficult ones to get hold off.