In Presence of a Legend

noregret4life · 02-02-2008

Ladies and Gents, ever since I started working on cars with my first SLK230 Komp, I have seen many things. Everything from the cheapest to ugliest mods, to the most expensive and classy.

I have seen and felt speeds of cars that were never designed to go as fast as they did. I have seen various body styles from the most outrageous to the simple yet classy…

But a day ago I was in the presence of a true LEGEND!

An SLK of unparalleled style, speed, class, charisma, and jaw-dropping performance modifications to match the personality driving this vehicle.

I kid you not, this SLK is not for the faint hearted, and it is strongly advised to attend a restroom before embarking on a ride in this beast.

The owner of the vehicle is unknown to the SLK community and actually reached out to me through a friend he has on the forum, but he will be joining us soon. He is local to the NY/NJ area and has an amazing personality and knowledge to share with all of you.

I promised I would not give much more away. But after drooling over this vehicle in person for 2+ hours and then having the honor to ride in the passenger seat, all I can tell you is this:

It’s Black,
It’s Mean,
It sounds unlike anything we have ever heard before,
It takes no prisoners and will stand up to anything willing to challenge it.

In conclusion, it is what dreams are made of… including my own.

Once "He" is ready... "He" will make himself known....

Zut · 02-02-2008

Can't wait to see it! Just a hint: Is it a 55?

*easty* · 02-02-2008

Oh I thought you was talking of me lenny.

Look forward to seeing some details. Maybe arrange another meet over the weekend. I'm driving to montreal mid next week now I think.

noregret4life · 02-02-2008

Quote:

Originally Posted by Zut

Can't wait to see it! Just a hint: Is it a 55?

Yes...

As for the rest... let your dreams run wild, and i do mean WILD!

noregret4life · 02-02-2008

Quote:

Originally Posted by easty

Oh I thought you was talking of me lenny.

Look forward to seeing some details. Maybe arrange another meet over the weekend. I'm driving to montreal mid next week now I think.

Brian... your car is my dream too

I REALLY REALLY hope you can meet us before you head out to Canada.

Personally, i think it will be a real treat for you to see this SLK and perhaps get a feel for it passenger side!

I will try to set it up, and drop you a line.

Anyone else interested please let me know.

**got_power55** · 02-02-2008

Hello everyone. I'm new to the forum. Noregret4life, (Lenny), sent out a post about my car. I hope my car will meet everyone's expectations. I am attaching some photos today of the Carlsson 1/16 ultra brite rims, Carlsson pedal kit, Carlsson front and real spoiler, Carlsson side skirts and wind deflection sheild.
My car (an slk55 amg R171) has a Renntech supercharger, carbon fiber airbox, and reflashed ecu.
Kleemann products include a limited slip differential with a 60% lock up ratio between the two drive wheels, and super sport camshafts.
Best of all, I've put in a full blown Supersprint exhaust system. The headers are jet-coated, which is more efficient than ceramic coated headers. (No resonator- great sound!)
Custom CF steering wheel from Performance. CF on doors, console. Even had floor mats custom made with Renntech logo.

Many thanks to Noreget4life for the very warm introduction. Can't thank him enough for his time and help.
Coming next: Power converter, High Performance wires and plugs and getting my first dyno done.

noregret4life · 02-02-2008

**dsb** · 02-02-2008

Congrats. The car does look great. I noticed a different suspension too. KW coilovers? What are your thoughts? Like to hear a bit about your experience with the car so far.

**nevets** · 02-02-2008

First..welcome to the forum Ken, I hope to meet up with you and Lenny sometime soon as I am from NY as well...Wow!.Lenny wasn't kidding, at least about the looks...your car is georgous

, love the Carlson kit and wheels...very aggressive looking without being overstated....Everything is so detailed....can't wait to hear/see more..

**DansSlk** · 02-03-2008

Cool looking car mate.

A fan of the alloys especially.

**alroumi** · 02-03-2008

Welcome to the forum , I love your SLK and its really been tastefully done and very subtle.

If money wasn't an Issue for me I would have done the exact same thing minus the Renntech S/C, Carlsson rear wing, the chrome on the grill, side skirts and rear diffuser. Funny enough there are some certain modifications that we both have and mine is also a black on black/red SLK. Then again great minds thing alike and I can totally see where you were going with the SLK, such a great setup for the street.

Enjoy the car and drive safe, Lenny is right about it as its a monster of an SLK.

**RaihaX** · 02-03-2008

a very lovely car i love everything about it except for Carlsson rear spoiler not my taste.

**FishtailnZ** · 02-03-2008

Beautiful car, looks (and goes no doubt too *L*) great!

**nevets** · 02-03-2008

Definitely need the R170 Mod antenna.....What kind of wind stop is that? Is that OEM? never seen it before....

cyberdrakon · 02-03-2008

Awesome! Have you dynoed it?

Zut · 02-03-2008

I know I speak for a lot of SLK enthusiasts here: We are truly honoured to welcome you to this forum! Your car is absolutely unbelievable. Congratulations! Everything on that machine is stunning. I also think the pedal-like left-foot rest is a nice touch. It should come standard on every SLK.

Just a little question: Was your engine signed like other 55's?

Keep the piccies coming!

**-1-** · 02-03-2008

Welcome! Beautiful SLK 55. Great list of performance and appearance mods, unbeatable combination. Take it to the limit....

**etyu** · 02-03-2008

Simply beautiful!

**Duo-Art** · 02-03-2008

Ken, I'm not a big fan of modding but your car has been done so very tastefully. It's a real beauty. Welcome to the group.

02-02-2008	#1 (permalink)
noregret4life Elite SLK World Member Join Date: Jun 2006 Location: NJ Vehicle: '05 SLK350 Posts: 1,092 Country: Thanks: 1 Thanked 17 Times in 11 Posts	In Presence of a Legend Ladies and Gents, ever since I started working on cars with my first SLK230 Komp, I have seen many things. Everything from the cheapest to ugliest mods, to the most expensive and classy. I have seen and felt speeds of cars that were never designed to go as fast as they did. I have seen various body styles from the most outrageous to the simple yet classy… But a day ago I was in the presence of a true LEGEND! An SLK of unparalleled style, speed, class, charisma, and jaw-dropping performance modifications to match the personality driving this vehicle. I kid you not, this SLK is not for the faint hearted, and it is strongly advised to attend a restroom before embarking on a ride in this beast. The owner of the vehicle is unknown to the SLK community and actually reached out to me through a friend he has on the forum, but he will be joining us soon. He is local to the NY/NJ area and has an amazing personality and knowledge to share with all of you. I promised I would not give much more away. But after drooling over this vehicle in person for 2+ hours and then having the honor to ride in the passenger seat, all I can tell you is this: It’s Black, It’s Mean, It sounds unlike anything we have ever heard before, It takes no prisoners and will stand up to anything willing to challenge it. In conclusion, it is what dreams are made of… including my own. Once "He" is ready... "He" will make himself known....

02-02-2008	#3 (permalink)
easty Moderator Join Date: Jun 2006 Location: Montreal Vehicle: ///AMG Posts: 2,075 Country: Thanks: 17 Thanked 19 Times in 9 Posts	Oh I thought you was talking of me lenny. Look forward to seeing some details. Maybe arrange another meet over the weekend. I'm driving to montreal mid next week now I think. __________________ "I'm not a roman mum, I'm a kike, a yid, a heebie, a hook-nose, I'm kosher mum, I'm a Red Sea pedestrian, and proud of it!" Life of Brian To view links or images in signatures your post count must be 5 or greater. You currently have 0 posts. To view links or images in signatures your post count must be 5 or greater. You currently have 0 posts.

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got_power55 SLK World Member Join Date: Feb 2008 Vehicle: 2005 slk55 amg Posts: 47 Country: Thanks: 13 Thanked 2 Times in 2 Posts	The Legend Arrives Hello everyone. I'm new to the forum. Noregret4life, (Lenny), sent out a post about my car. I hope my car will meet everyone's expectations. I am attaching some photos today of the Carlsson 1/16 ultra brite rims, Carlsson pedal kit, Carlsson front and real spoiler, Carlsson side skirts and wind deflection sheild. My car (an slk55 amg R171) has a Renntech supercharger, carbon fiber airbox, and reflashed ecu. Kleemann products include a limited slip differential with a 60% lock up ratio between the two drive wheels, and super sport camshafts. Best of all, I've put in a full blown Supersprint exhaust system. The headers are jet-coated, which is more efficient than ceramic coated headers. (No resonator- great sound!) Custom CF steering wheel from Performance. CF on doors, console. Even had floor mats custom made with Renntech logo. Many thanks to Noreget4life for the very warm introduction. Can't thank him enough for his time and help. Coming next: Power converter, High Performance wires and plugs and getting my first dyno done. __________________ Fast Ken To view links or images in signatures your post count must be 5 or greater. You currently have 0 posts. Last edited by got_power55; 06-17-2008 at 07:58 PM.

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dsb Elite SLK World Member Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: NorCal Vehicle: '06 slk55 Posts: 1,176 Country: Thanks: 67 Thanked 121 Times in 42 Posts	Congrats. The car does look great. I noticed a different suspension too. KW coilovers? What are your thoughts? Like to hear a bit about your experience with the car so far. __________________ SOLD! 06 Mercedes Benz SLK55 Caspian Blue / Black & Ash *To view links or images in signatures your post count must be 5 or greater. You currently have 0 posts.*

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nevets Elite SLK World Member Join Date: Aug 2007 Location: New York Vehicle: 2006 SLK 350 Iridium Silver Other Toys: 08 BMW 535xi, 08 Infinity QX56, 2002 Honda Shadow ACE 750, Maxum SR 1800, Posts: 440 Country: Thanks: 29 Thanked 6 Times in 4 Posts	First..welcome to the forum Ken, I hope to meet up with you and Lenny sometime soon as I am from NY as well...Wow!.Lenny wasn't kidding, at least about the looks...your car is georgous, love the Carlson kit and wheels...very aggressive looking without being overstated....Everything is so detailed....can't wait to hear/see more.. __________________ Steven *To view links or images in signatures your post count must be 5 or greater. You currently have 0 posts.* 06 SLK 350, Iridium Silver, Blk Int, Chrome Trims, AMG Body, Aerowings,Wide Base Tire Flares (Thx CDRN) Green Filters, Filled Sidemarkers, Painted Ant, Komfort Module (Thks NR4L) Rear Spoiler - Piecha, Brabus springs, R170Moded Ant, 19" TSW Bremma, Mich PS2

02-02-2008	#2 (permalink)
Zut Founding Member Join Date: Jun 2006 Location: Montréal QC Vehicle: 2006 SLK350 Posts: 805 Country: Thanks: 0 Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts	Can't wait to see it! Just a hint: Is it a 55?

02-02-2008	#7 (permalink)
noregret4life Elite SLK World Member Join Date: Jun 2006 Location: NJ Vehicle: '05 SLK350 Posts: 1,092 Country: Thanks: 1 Thanked 17 Times in 11 Posts

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DansSlk Dude Join Date: Jun 2006 Location: Wales Vehicle: 05 B55S (Brabus 6.1 S) Posts: 6,794 Country: Thanks: 96 Thanked 225 Times in 177 Posts	Cool looking car mate. A fan of the alloys especially. __________________ One thing you will learn with German cars - If it's simple it ain't happening.

02-03-2008	#11 (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: 6,288 Country: Thanks: 298 Thanked 232 Times in 146 Posts	Welcome to the forum , I love your SLK and its really been tastefully done and very subtle. If money wasn't an Issue for me I would have done the exact same thing minus the Renntech S/C, Carlsson rear wing, the chrome on the grill, side skirts and rear diffuser. Funny enough there are some certain modifications that we both have and mine is also a black on black/red SLK. Then again great minds thing alike and I can totally see where you were going with the SLK, such a great setup for the street. Enjoy the car and drive safe, Lenny is right about it as its a monster of an SLK. __________________ 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!

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RaihaX SLK World Member Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: Australia, Perth Vehicle: SLK200K Other Toys: Kawasaki ZZR250 Posts: 66 Country: Thanks: 0 Thanked 2 Times in 2 Posts	a very lovely car i love everything about it except for Carlsson rear spoiler not my taste.

02-03-2008	#13 (permalink)
FishtailnZ Don't feed the trolls... Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: Nfld., Canada Vehicle: 2009 C63 pipelined Other Toys: Wife, kids, dogs... Posts: 1,506 Country: Thanks: 294 Thanked 223 Times in 99 Posts	Beautiful car, looks (and goes no doubt too L) great! __________________ - Bill Waiting on a 2009 C63 Fire Opal/Alpaca Premium+Media R.I.P. 2006 SLK55 Caspian Blue/Beige Stock 1/4 mile results: ET 12.72, trap 110.80, 60' 1.80 Some guys they just give up living and start dying little by little, piece by piece. Some guys come home from work and wash up and go racin' in the street... - B. Springsteen

02-03-2008	#14 (permalink)
nevets Elite SLK World Member Join Date: Aug 2007 Location: New York Vehicle: 2006 SLK 350 Iridium Silver Other Toys: 08 BMW 535xi, 08 Infinity QX56, 2002 Honda Shadow ACE 750, Maxum SR 1800, Posts: 440 Country: Thanks: 29 Thanked 6 Times in 4 Posts	Definitely need the R170 Mod antenna.....What kind of wind stop is that? Is that OEM? never seen it before.... __________________ Steven *To view links or images in signatures your post count must be 5 or greater. You currently have 0 posts.* 06 SLK 350, Iridium Silver, Blk Int, Chrome Trims, AMG Body, Aerowings,Wide Base Tire Flares (Thx CDRN) Green Filters, Filled Sidemarkers, Painted Ant, Komfort Module (Thks NR4L) Rear Spoiler - Piecha, Brabus springs, R170Moded Ant, 19" TSW Bremma, Mich PS2

02-03-2008	#15 (permalink)
cyberdrakon Elite SLK World Member Join Date: Jun 2006 Location: SoCal, USA Vehicle: SLK55 2006 Other Toys: 560SEC 1990, CLK500 2005 Posts: 1,405 Country: Thanks: 26 Thanked 63 Times in 42 Posts	Awesome! Have you dynoed it?

02-03-2008	#16 (permalink)
Zut Founding Member Join Date: Jun 2006 Location: Montréal QC Vehicle: 2006 SLK350 Posts: 805 Country: Thanks: 0 Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts	I know I speak for a lot of SLK enthusiasts here: We are truly honoured to welcome you to this forum! Your car is absolutely unbelievable. Congratulations! Everything on that machine is stunning. I also think the pedal-like left-foot rest is a nice touch. It should come standard on every SLK. Just a little question: Was your engine signed like other 55's? Keep the piccies coming!

02-03-2008	#17 (permalink)
-1- Don Join Date: Jun 2006 Location: Virginia USA Vehicle: SLK 55 ///AMG The MON55TER on the block Posts: 2,231 Country: Thanks: 54 Thanked 57 Times in 41 Posts	Welcome! Beautiful SLK 55. Great list of performance and appearance mods, unbeatable combination. Take it to the limit.... __________________ To view links or images in signatures your post count must be 5 or greater. You currently have 0 posts. *----------------1-----------------* --------SLK 55 ///AMG--------- THE MON55TER ON THE BLOCK

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etyu Founding Member #2 / Ambassador Of Good Will Join Date: Jun 2006 Location: Orange County, CA Vehicle: 2008 SLK 55 Posts: 5,306 Country: Thanks: 381 Thanked 282 Times in 173 Posts	Simply beautiful! __________________ *Eddy* To view links or images in signatures your post count must be 5 or greater. You currently have 0 posts. Pewter/Beige, PIII package, Airscarf, Hands-Free Communication System, Lighting package Designo Black Leather Cover on e-brake handle, ( To view links or images in signatures your post count must be 5 or greater. You currently have 0 posts. Bill T), SmartTop v1.0, Kleyman 3BFM (NoRegret Custom), Green Air Filters, *Mod. R170 ant.*, EuroClear sidemarkers w/PIAA PlasmaIon lamps, chromed front & rear turn indicator lamps, PIAA SuperPlasmaGTX front parking lamps, bilateral rear fog lamps enabled.

02-03-2008	#19 (permalink)
Duo-Art Elite SLK World Member Join Date: Jul 2006 Posts: 546 Thanks: 0 Thanked 15 Times in 14 Posts	Ken, I'm not a big fan of modding but your car has been done so very tastefully. It's a real beauty. Welcome to the group.

02-03-2008	#20 (permalink)
got_power55 SLK World Member Join Date: Feb 2008 Vehicle: 2005 slk55 amg Posts: 47 Country: Thanks: 13 Thanked 2 Times in 2 Posts