MB/SLK Tuner Shop(s), Bay Area - California?

**webslinger** · 05-10-2007

Hola,

In Bimmer circles there is Dinan (not quite AMG, or Saleen) located in Mountain View CA that does all kinds of work on BMWs.

I'm on a quest for more HP out of my (future) 55. Are there any respected tuners of SLK's here in the bay area?

jliu · 05-10-2007

but there are the distributors of Renntech, Kleemann and Brabus out here.

No one does the power conversions from Carlsson(way too much money) or Lorinser.

For Renntech I would recommend EuroElites ... talk to adam they are the ones that installed my Renntech Supercharger, Finetuned Renntech ECU, Renntech Headers, Renntech Rims, and Carllsson Rims.

Great Support and they have an amazing mechanic.

For Brabus and Kleemann ... after my research I'd rather send to LA(Brabus) or Colorado (Kleemann) instead of use thier distributor here.

PM if you have any questions ... it would be great to roll with another modified SLK55 in the area.

**webslinger** · 05-10-2007

Good info, Thanks!

I'll take a roll by EuroElites next week and check the place out and maybe chat with Adam if he's around. I'll have to see if I'm at the mercy of staying stock during the waranty period except for air filters.

Wow the parts aren't cheap, guess the admission to the party steps up a but with the wheels your upgading....

.

Addicted2Speed · 05-22-2007

California has probably the highest concentration of Mercedes tuners in the world, I don't think you would have a problem finding someone to install upgrades for your SLK55. You should check out Renntech, Kleemann, Brabus, Carlsson, etc websites for locations of their distributors in your area.

**webslinger** · 05-22-2007

Thanks for the feedback, A2S.

I figured there would be quite a few, but I'm looking for folks that have had their cars worked on at these places. I cringe at the thought of some hacks like Unique Motorsports (have seen them on TV/SpeedTV) poking around in my engine.

Word of mouth and personal experience always beats a web link as far as I'm concerned and what I was looking for. (not questioning your reply, honest)

**alroumi** · 05-23-2007

There are many modifications to look out for, Depends if you want to stick NA route or the FI route.

Brabus are highquality but expensive as with other tuners.

leelk · 06-04-2007

Quote:

Originally Posted by webslinger

Hola,

In Bimmer circles there is Dinan (not quite AMG, or Saleen) located in Mountain View CA that does all kinds of work on BMWs.

I'm on a quest for more HP out of my (future) 55. Are there any respected tuners of SLK's here in the bay area?

Hey Webslinger,
how was your shopping on your 55? Get any luck on finding one yet?

**webslinger** · 06-04-2007

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Originally Posted by leelk

Hey Webslinger,
how was your shopping on your 55? Get any luck on finding one yet?

I'm pecking away at it. I met with a dealer last week and I think we worked out "the deal", but he's supposed to sort out what I want to do with the car and get back to me on Saturday. I haven't had a chance to call them and see what's going on.

Everything works out, I'll have it at the end of the month. Once I've got the paperwork done, I'll order accessories and go for the green filters.

I was in San Francisco on the motorcycle this weekend with some friends and saw close to a dozen SLKs of various years and one SLK55.

Funny I never really paid much attention to "seeing" them before a few weeks ago.

leelk · 06-04-2007

Quote:

Originally Posted by webslinger

I'm pecking away at it. I met with a dealer last week and I think we worked out "the deal", but he's supposed to sort out what I want to do with the car and get back to me on Saturday. I haven't had a chance to call them and see what's going on.

Everything works out, I'll have it at the end of the month. Once I've got the paperwork done, I'll order accessories and go for the green filters.

I was in San Francisco on the motorcycle this weekend with some friends and saw close to a dozen SLKs of various years and one SLK55.

Funny I never really paid much attention to "seeing" them before a few weeks ago.

I was in SF too last weekend, maybe you saw me as well

. ANyways good luck on your shopping and let me know what ur next step is since we are kinda on the same boat. I'm going to get the Windscreen and short SL antenna this week and hopefully i have time to upload some new pics.

**webslinger** · 06-04-2007

If you saw a pack of touring motorcycles (4 or so) then you may of seen us. we wandered around through the park, then over to the marina near Pier 39 for lunch then up and down through other parts like "Ft Point?" (under the bridge) and home. I only saw 1 silver 55, I don't think that was yours- black, right?

Yea, keep me posted on how/where you got the antenna and screen. I'm headed the same way.

leelk · 06-04-2007

Yeah mine was black so that wasn't me. Anyways, I think i'm going to get the screen and antenna from MB dealer. You can take a look at this post while we were discussing the OEM screen and the after market with LED and Engraving on it. I think i am going for the OEM one to be simpler.
http://www.slkworld.com/slk-r171-general-discussion/2958-got-my-oem-mb-windscreen-today.html

**webslinger** · 06-04-2007

yea, i've been following that link. I'm going to get the antenna and screen ordered while I'm waiting on delivery.

leelk · 06-05-2007

where are you planning to get those from? MB dealer or ebay? Please let me know if you find out a place to get those with a better deal cause i'm going to the MB dealer tomorrow for the "first time visit"

**webslinger** · 06-05-2007

no ideas on my end. I was going go the dealer route and just fold it into the purchase price.

leelk · 06-05-2007

Quote:

Originally Posted by webslinger

no ideas on my end. I was going go the dealer route and just fold it into the purchase price.

Make sure you get the 10% off from all parts at MB dealer as they usually send out a coupon like couple weeks later after you purchase the car.

**webslinger** · 06-05-2007

Oh man! thanks for the heads up! I was wondering about that and was going to request/demand a discount on the accessories. I guess I'll let them think I gave them something when they come back with "we'll give you 10% off, hows that, sir?"

jliu · 06-07-2007

Hey Web,

Even though you don't have your SLK55 yet ... you might want to join a bunch of us going up to Sacremento Raceway. IT will be great fun and you will meet a lot of people that love AMG's Ms etc. EuroElites will also be supporting everyone so you can meet them as well.

**webslinger** · 06-07-2007

Thanks for thinking of me!

Man, I would be *way* into going. I used to race the 442 every Wed. at Fremont ("Baylands Raceway" for those that remember) on grudge nights. I also trailered it to Sears Point for Muscle Car shootouts for a few years after that.

Ironically, I'm going to be east of Sac on Saturday at my nephew's birthday party. Don't think I didn't try to figure out a way to swing going to both!

Make a couple of passes for me and count on me being at the next one as soon as the 55 is broken in.

Wonder if the bolt pattern on the 55 would match the ones on my old drag slicks.... ;-)

jliu · 06-07-2007

Its at night 6pm to 10pm ... you might still be able to make it!

**etyu** · 06-07-2007

Quote:

Originally Posted by leelk

where are you planning to get those from? MB dealer or ebay? Please let me know if you find out a place to get those with a better deal cause i'm going to the MB dealer tomorrow for the "first time visit"

Webslinger and leelk and others,

I would recommend getting the OEM windscreen through German dealers that sell on ebay, they still cost less (save at least $100) than what the dealers charge (even with 10% discount from the dealer) after shipping. Check out this link: http://www.slkworld.com/slk-r171-gen...y-germany.html

If not, PM OWL-SLK. Here's from a PM Gero (OWL-SLK) sent regarding OEM windscreen:

"here is the adress of the mercedes dealer which is offering the windscreens:

Mercedes Benz
DaimlerChrysler AG
OstWestfalenLippe
Am Stadtholz 35
33609 Bielefeld
Germany.
Phone +49-521-3020
Fax +49-521-302590

Mr. Klaus Nagel

you just have to tell him that you are send by me (Gero Mertens) then everything will be okay. he is are real nice man."

Cruzer 7 got the one with special edition etched on it (cost a little extra) through Gero but I don't know if this is still available. I believe he's (cruzer 7) quite satisfied with the price and service. Hope you guys save a few significant bucks.

Shipping usually takes 2 weeks from Germany.

05-10-2007	#1 (permalink)
webslinger Elite SLK World Member Join Date: Apr 2007 Location: Bay Area, CA Vehicle: '07 SLK55 AMG Other Toys: Honda motorcycle Posts: 549 Country: Thanks: 22 Thanked 22 Times in 14 Posts	MB/SLK Tuner Shop(s), Bay Area - California? Hola, In Bimmer circles there is Dinan (not quite AMG, or Saleen) located in Mountain View CA that does all kinds of work on BMWs. I'm on a quest for more HP out of my (future) 55. Are there any respected tuners of SLK's here in the bay area?

05-10-2007	#2 (permalink)
jliu Founding Member Join Date: Jun 2006 Location: Bay Area, SF Posts: 184 Country: Thanks: 0 Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts	not the Tuner themselves but there are the distributors of Renntech, Kleemann and Brabus out here. No one does the power conversions from Carlsson(way too much money) or Lorinser. For Renntech I would recommend EuroElites ... talk to adam they are the ones that installed my Renntech Supercharger, Finetuned Renntech ECU, Renntech Headers, Renntech Rims, and Carllsson Rims. Great Support and they have an amazing mechanic. For Brabus and Kleemann ... after my research I'd rather send to LA(Brabus) or Colorado (Kleemann) instead of use thier distributor here. PM if you have any questions ... it would be great to roll with another modified SLK55 in the area.

05-23-2007	#6 (permalink)
alroumi Moderator Join Date: Jun 2006 Location: Kuwait City, Kuwait Vehicle: 2006 Kleemann Designo Mocha Black SLK55 AMG Other Toys: 2007 Ebony Jaguar XKR Coupe' and 06 Black Cayenne S Posts: 6,275 Country: Thanks: 291 Thanked 231 Times in 145 Posts	There are many modifications to look out for, Depends if you want to stick NA route or the FI route. Brabus are highquality but expensive as with other tuners. __________________ 06 Kleemann Designo Mocha Black SLK55 AMG 06 Porsche Cayenne S 07 Jaguar XKR Coupe' I use the Torque and keep the HP for my Steak Sauce!

06-07-2007	#17 (permalink)
jliu Founding Member Join Date: Jun 2006 Location: Bay Area, SF Posts: 184 Country: Thanks: 0 Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts	16th Hey Web, Even though you don't have your SLK55 yet ... you might want to join a bunch of us going up to Sacremento Raceway. IT will be great fun and you will meet a lot of people that love AMG's Ms etc. EuroElites will also be supporting everyone so you can meet them as well.

06-07-2007	#19 (permalink)
jliu Founding Member Join Date: Jun 2006 Location: Bay Area, SF Posts: 184 Country: Thanks: 0 Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts	well Its at night 6pm to 10pm ... you might still be able to make it!

05-10-2007	#3 (permalink)
webslinger Elite SLK World Member Join Date: Apr 2007 Location: Bay Area, CA Vehicle: '07 SLK55 AMG Other Toys: Honda motorcycle Posts: 549 Country: Thanks: 22 Thanked 22 Times in 14 Posts	Good info, Thanks! I'll take a roll by EuroElites next week and check the place out and maybe chat with Adam if he's around. I'll have to see if I'm at the mercy of staying stock during the waranty period except for air filters. Wow the parts aren't cheap, guess the admission to the party steps up a but with the wheels your upgading.... .

05-22-2007	#4 (permalink)
Addicted2Speed Elite SLK World Member Join Date: Sep 2006 Location: Miami, FL Posts: 225 Country: Thanks: 0 Thanked 17 Times in 5 Posts	California has probably the highest concentration of Mercedes tuners in the world, I don't think you would have a problem finding someone to install upgrades for your SLK55. You should check out Renntech, Kleemann, Brabus, Carlsson, etc websites for locations of their distributors in your area.

05-22-2007	#5 (permalink)
webslinger Elite SLK World Member Join Date: Apr 2007 Location: Bay Area, CA Vehicle: '07 SLK55 AMG Other Toys: Honda motorcycle Posts: 549 Country: Thanks: 22 Thanked 22 Times in 14 Posts	Thanks for the feedback, A2S. I figured there would be quite a few, but I'm looking for folks that have had their cars worked on at these places. I cringe at the thought of some hacks like Unique Motorsports (have seen them on TV/SpeedTV) poking around in my engine. Word of mouth and personal experience always beats a web link as far as I'm concerned and what I was looking for. (not questioning your reply, honest)

06-04-2007	#10 (permalink)
webslinger Elite SLK World Member Join Date: Apr 2007 Location: Bay Area, CA Vehicle: '07 SLK55 AMG Other Toys: Honda motorcycle Posts: 549 Country: Thanks: 22 Thanked 22 Times in 14 Posts	If you saw a pack of touring motorcycles (4 or so) then you may of seen us. we wandered around through the park, then over to the marina near Pier 39 for lunch then up and down through other parts like "Ft Point?" (under the bridge) and home. I only saw 1 silver 55, I don't think that was yours- black, right? Yea, keep me posted on how/where you got the antenna and screen. I'm headed the same way.

06-04-2007	#11 (permalink)
leelk Senior SLK World Member Join Date: May 2007 Location: San Ramon, CA Vehicle: 06 SLK55 AMG Posts: 135 Country: Thanks: 0 Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts	Yeah mine was black so that wasn't me. Anyways, I think i'm going to get the screen and antenna from MB dealer. You can take a look at this post while we were discussing the OEM screen and the after market with LED and Engraving on it. I think i am going for the OEM one to be simpler. http://www.slkworld.com/slk-r171-general-discussion/2958-got-my-oem-mb-windscreen-today.html

06-04-2007	#12 (permalink)
webslinger Elite SLK World Member Join Date: Apr 2007 Location: Bay Area, CA Vehicle: '07 SLK55 AMG Other Toys: Honda motorcycle Posts: 549 Country: Thanks: 22 Thanked 22 Times in 14 Posts	yea, i've been following that link. I'm going to get the antenna and screen ordered while I'm waiting on delivery.

06-05-2007	#13 (permalink)
leelk Senior SLK World Member Join Date: May 2007 Location: San Ramon, CA Vehicle: 06 SLK55 AMG Posts: 135 Country: Thanks: 0 Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts	where are you planning to get those from? MB dealer or ebay? Please let me know if you find out a place to get those with a better deal cause i'm going to the MB dealer tomorrow for the "first time visit"

06-05-2007	#14 (permalink)
webslinger Elite SLK World Member Join Date: Apr 2007 Location: Bay Area, CA Vehicle: '07 SLK55 AMG Other Toys: Honda motorcycle Posts: 549 Country: Thanks: 22 Thanked 22 Times in 14 Posts	no ideas on my end. I was going go the dealer route and just fold it into the purchase price.

06-05-2007	#16 (permalink)
webslinger Elite SLK World Member Join Date: Apr 2007 Location: Bay Area, CA Vehicle: '07 SLK55 AMG Other Toys: Honda motorcycle Posts: 549 Country: Thanks: 22 Thanked 22 Times in 14 Posts	Oh man! thanks for the heads up! I was wondering about that and was going to request/demand a discount on the accessories. I guess I'll let them think I gave them something when they come back with "we'll give you 10% off, hows that, sir?"

06-07-2007	#18 (permalink)
webslinger Elite SLK World Member Join Date: Apr 2007 Location: Bay Area, CA Vehicle: '07 SLK55 AMG Other Toys: Honda motorcycle Posts: 549 Country: Thanks: 22 Thanked 22 Times in 14 Posts	Thanks for thinking of me! Man, I would be way into going. I used to race the 442 every Wed. at Fremont ("Baylands Raceway" for those that remember) on grudge nights. I also trailered it to Sears Point for Muscle Car shootouts for a few years after that. Ironically, I'm going to be east of Sac on Saturday at my nephew's birthday party. Don't think I didn't try to figure out a way to swing going to both! Make a couple of passes for me and count on me being at the next one as soon as the 55 is broken in. Wonder if the bolt pattern on the 55 would match the ones on my old drag slicks.... ;-)

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