2006 Mercedes-Benz CLS55 AMG - 6 Months Ownership Review

Welcome back to Engines & Idiots! Today we're looking at the cost of ownership and my experiences with the 2006 CLS55 AMG after having had it for 6 months.
Gear I Use:
Sony A7iii: tinyurl.com/y387xb7w​
Sony 24mm G-Master: tinyurl.com/y4goggpv​
Sony 55mm Zeiss: tinyurl.com/yykyrvkw​
Zhiyun Weebill S: tinyurl.com/yyk8ucm7​
Zhiyun Crane V2: tinyurl.com/yy5qf5ks​
Music Used:
Cut Deep (Prod. Riddiman)
Hopes (Prod. Riddiman)
Cold-Hearted (Prod. Riddiman)
Optimistic (Prod. Riddiman)
Parts I Used:
BC Coilovers BR J-05 System: www.fitmentindustries.com/sto...
W211 E-Class Rear Lower Control Arms: www.fcpeuro.com/products/merc...
UPD Supercharger Tensioner Pulley:
Mann Engine Filter: www.fcpeuro.com/products/merc...
Mann Cabin Filter: www.fcpeuro.com/products/merc...
Liqui-Moly Oil Change Kit: www.fcpeuro.com/products/merc...
Brembo Front Brake Rotors:
Lemforder Sway Bar Link (Driver): www.fcpeuro.com/products/merc...
Lemforder Sway Bar Link (Passenger): www.fcpeuro.com/products/merc...
Philips DiamondVision H7 Bulbs: tinyurl.com/yy7w75b5​
ProLift 3 Ton Jack Stands: tinyurl.com/y69q5fcr​
Lexicon XZN Triple Square Socket Set: tinyurl.com/y2g2zfql​
Owl Tools Torx Bit Socket Set: tinyurl.com/y27w32mw​
Mercedes Transmission Dipstick for 722.6 Gearbox: tinyurl.com/y2mxdels​
Black & Decker Random Orbit Polisher: tinyurl.com/yxhhwsy5​
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[@ShotByHawkDown]

Congrats on getting 500 Subs. Today cause I'm the 500th subscriber plus I'm looking to get my first AMG and this been on my list

[@phurniz]

Always check your front door window mechanisms before they fail - the cables rust easily (depending on the climate, of course). I've changed them both, on both my CLSs, as they all eventually failed. Current car: 2005 CLS 55. Previous car: 2005 CLS 350 (gasoline)

[@enginesandidiots4204]

Yes, you are right about this. SN had both windows repaired by the previous owner prior to sale. This is a common failure point!

[@EdgarJPetersen]

I found that a month after I bought mine last year

[@SaraiGarage]

Beautiful car and color my man

[@luisetorres5760]

Nice video, prepare for the fuel pumps regulator/sender assembly. They all crack and spray gas out side

[@1GQ_gent]

New Subscriber!!! Appreciate the insight So after countless months of researching and this video helped a ton! I'll now go with CLS55 all the way. Contemplating if I got the 550 route I'll always be wishing I got the 55, especially when I get burnt by all the imports and muscle cars...

[@omarmontana1969]

Keep it up mate

[@enginesandidiots4204]

Thank you again!

[@nicholasharvey2703]

you've found a new subscriber... btw how much different is this model different to the CLS w219 350 cgi. in terms of suspension ?(if you know )

[@enginesandidiots4204]

First of all, thank you! Means a lot to us! To answer your question, the CLS350 CGI's suspension is a coil spring set up which is completely different than the CLS55's stock AIRMATIC air suspension system. To be fair, from what I gather, the stock E350 and CLS350 actually feel better at handling than their air suspension counterparts. SN's CLS55 AMG here has a coilover conversion, however, which is much more similar to what the CLS350 has from the factory.

[@modified5047]

Man where did you get you headlight wiring?

[@MrSnowford]

My cars twin, it's beautiful. Word of advice, go long tubes right out of the gate. It's a bitch of a job, only do it once. I went with MBH and the sound/power is glorious.

[@enginesandidiots4204]

It's definitely in the playbook!

[@haas4262]

If I was only able to ever have one mod on an AMG, it would be headers hands down every time.

[@mikeross111]

Love your car, it's such a beautiful one. My buddy had the same everything but in Black. It was a great car up until 100k miles, the transmission went out on him.

[@judahgibson8225]

I know the video is old but do you have a link or know where to get the coilovers and everytging you need for the conversion

[@TheRKmovement]

06 cls55, same color as yours and super clean but more problems. power and performance is there but reliability is not, i've owned mine from may 2020 to now, did so much work to it and still getting problems (keep in mind that i baby the car and have all work done by a performance shop in orlando FL). currently has 94k miles and i'm considering to junk it.

[@benjamindrabik4030]

what problems are you having with your car?

[@leonardopacheco5954]

Thinking of getting one what’s going on here would like to know

[@cl91]

I’d be interested in buying it. If so send your email and we can chat offline

[@furiouswolf777voodoo4]

What problems?

[@jcpaintingdesign]

Where did you found brembo front discs for 100 bucks a piece??

[@sajavalahmad5714]

Hey bro. Sweet video. Could you list the link of all of the parts you've changed? Seemed very cheap. Greetings from Norway.

[@locoriders2534]

Hadde vært digg men slike biler i Norge, er lei av alle dritt bilene og Teslaene... skulle vært tyske priser på amg biler

[@sajeelpistolero8251]

@@locoriders2534 ja fy søren! 👍

[@roboticvenom1935]

the cls55 is gorgeous

[@itzyaboybugz]

This is same exact car as featured in 50 cent ft Tony Yayo “so seductive” music video (theirs is black) and I’ve always wanted this car. Fun Fact: I’m a hip hop artist and have a song with Tony Yayo myself

[@ChokolateSushi23]

How often do the rear main seals go out on these cars? Its something I see A LOT on M113K cars, and my S55 needs that done. Just wondering how long before I’ll need to address it again

[@Ahsanz1995]

It's quite frequent. Get an OEM seal and make sure your mechanic knows the process and isn't half-assing it. Even after getting it done twice now, I still have the occasional drip and that's just a reality of owning theses cars.

[@dimitristsiampoulas1821]

Could you tell me the fuel consumption on really really normal driving without strong accelerations and if this engine doesn't get problems

[@enginesandidiots4204]

This engine by German standards is very reliable. In fact, the power train is very robust, both the M113K engine and 722.6 transmission are fantastic. However, they are not without issue, and whether you are a DIYer or take it to the shop can really change how much you spend. Fuel consumption for normal driving is 14 city, and 18-22 highway. A tank of gas will easily net 350-400 miles with nice driving, which is hard to do 🤫

[@barfly246]

one year update!!

[@edgardoarroyo7418]

Planning to buy this car and same color, but with mods on

[@CNote825]

Buy stock. A modded car is a mystery box imo

[@soginkate7239]

Polyurethane engine mounts seems harsh

[@enginesandidiots4204]

They are ever so slightly harsher than normal mounts, but also more durable. Not to mention, serviceable. For a car that's about to undergo heavy modification, I think they will be a good choice

[@TexastanTurkiyeye]

You didn't say "I hope it's not my car" YOU SAID "NO THAT'S NOT MY CAR"

[@enginesandidiots4204]

Your mom

[@TexastanTurkiyeye]

@@enginesandidiots4204 got em

[@Ahsanz1995]

I freaked out for sure, total denial

[@StudioMargalima]

Again: the most beautiful sedan ever made ( or must we say sedanned coupé/coupéd sedan), probably even the most beautiful production car ever made. I upright would pick this over a modern CLS or S-Class. The lines of this car stay unparralled.

[@user-cy7hk2xw2b]

Even though i love this cls, i think the e34 m5, giulia, sl r219, aston martin rapide, lexus lc500, and the ALFA ROMEO 6C v6 are arguably more beautiful designs. This CLS w219 is still a revolutionary design of course.

[@huntermusk7613]

@@user-cy7hk2xw2b Do you mean teh SL R129? if so we have the same taste in cars...like exactly.

[@user-cy7hk2xw2b]

@@huntermusk7613 I think I meant the r230, but the r129 is just as gorgeous

[@tenzinsmith7991]

Great vid. I plan on picking up one this summer.

[@enginesandidiots4204]

Good luck! Fantastic car!

[@khankhaaaan]

Where is the 12 month update????

[@PeterPiccolo]

bro nice hair!!

[@gerardo1560]

3 for premium ????!! Dammmm!!! It was 6.3 over here in cali

[@mattg.3355]

My insurance was 750 PER MONTH with my 440i (NJ)

[@ahmedalkaabi]

I own cls55 but when i bought a tesla i put my Mercedes i. The garage under the shade i will wait 15 years and sell it after. And i will not spend single dollar for my tesla ❤

[@theniceones1613]

*I could barely hear you*

[@enginesandidiots4204]

Generally on the side of your phone there are 2 buttons one facing the top of the phone and one facing the charging port. Generally speaking the one facing away from the charging port is the volume up button. Pressing the volume up should increase your volume. If not maybe seek an otolaryngolgist.

[@PeterPiccolo]

why u keep talking about shit u have to do but have not done yet buddy

[@CNote825]

Never buy a car cash. Put money down and pay monthly. You then have money for repairs, build your credit, and have the option to pay the car off when you’re ready

[@DutchManticore]

Lol. Only finance a car if you can invest the full purchase price cash in a higher yielding instrument than youre paying interest on the loan. Youre giving terrible advise, so confidently

[@CNote825]

@@DutchManticore so one should pay cash for a 40k car instead of financing it right? What about a 120k car, buy that outright too huh?? Unless the car is 5k, you’re giving even worse advice… Most ppl finance their cars because they CAN’T pay with cash! I just gave a reason not to. No one in their right financial mind would tell you to pay flat out for car A instead of financing car B if they had the cash to do it! Never buy a car cash when you can finance. Cars depreciate too much to have too much cash tied in them

[@DutchManticore]

@@CNote825 yes. If you cant pay for it cash you cant afford it lol. If you make 80k a year you have no business driving a 60k car lol. Its just Americans and their financing that think this is normal. The ONLY reason you finance is if you can use the money to generate a higher return than the cost of borrowing In all other cases, you are keeping yourself poor. Literally, you will not understand this I make 140k a year, with a 210k household income. We have 400k in savings. My girlfriend drives a €12k Opel Adam, and I drive a €32k Volvo V60 T8. Both bought and paid for outright. I could easily borrow Range Rover or Ferrari money. Even afford those cars outright. And you know why I dont? Because Im not going to pay interest on a rapidly depreciating liability. Thats how I got wealthy in the first place

[@CNote825]

@@DutchManticore most countries don’t pay as much and offer the types of opportunities, or traps, as America either. If you make 80k a year you STILL shouldn’t pay cash for even a 15-20k car! Imo one shouldn’t buy a car, cash or finance, more than 1/4-1/3 their income! You should NEVER tie up cash in a car that will depreciate faster than you can drive it. If that car is less than 5-10k and one makes 80k, by all means buy it cash. If it’s a newer car, finance it. Based on what you’re saying one should pay cash for the newest car they can afford to pay cash for, which is not the case! The cheapest 2018 Ferrari for sale near me is 159k and there is a 2021 for 199k. Even with your alleged financial situation, you would be a fool to pay cash for those. Nobody with good sense would tell you to do that I think we’re saying the same thing. I’m not sure tho…

[@josesibrio9959]

Too much money it's better to lease it or buy a 1999 civic

[@YourMom-kj6fy]

Your mom is a 1999 civic

[@Roxburysfinest]

Dude said a civic

[@CREAM-TEAM]

Why are you even watching then lmao

[@ronslife3396]

Lol don’t nobody want a Honda 😂