SLK 55 is too slow for you?
05-31-05, 09:45 AM
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how come the slr engine doesnt use the 7-spd tranny as does the slk....wouldnt it be better for the slr???
05-31-05, 09:59 AM
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The 7 speed auto transmission cannot handle the huge torque & hp. All the V8 AMG's & V12 Benz 's all have the 5 speed auto transmissions.
05-31-05, 10:43 AM
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that motor probably cost more than the car i bet....a tru sleeper!
I'd say the two huge holes in the hood kind of eliminate the "sleeper look"
05-31-05, 10:46 AM
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05-31-05, 12:37 PM
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Awesome.
05-31-05, 12:59 PM
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I'd say the two huge holes in the hood kind of eliminate the "sleeper look"
i guess it must be a show factor. he should have been able to just design another hood to clear
05-31-05, 01:03 PM
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i guess it must be a show factor. he should have been able to just design another hood to clear
I'll bet it helps keep those heads cool...
05-31-05, 02:23 PM
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I think someone on E46fanatics proved that this was a PS. A very good PS.
05-31-05, 03:05 PM
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