The AMG Badge
#61
Originally Posted by WyattH
What kind of Mercedes was it? ^ Was it your S500?
I don't know what to say. I trust you, but can't answer your confusion.
I don't know what to say. I trust you, but can't answer your confusion.
i guess we are just beating a dead horse...thanks for all the input guys
Ross
#63
Saw this tonight - Thought i would dig up and old thread and post it - This guy went all out...
S430 badge (left) - AMG badge (right) - 4 non-AMG pipes... So close...
S430 badge (left) - AMG badge (right) - 4 non-AMG pipes... So close...
Last edited by 996TTDave; 12-12-2009 at 10:44 PM.
#65
actually they are all BS. Unless they come with the AMG engine, suspension, brakes, interior, and all the other tidbits than it is NOT an AMG. Many people buy the sl500 that has the amg package (wheels + bodykit) and have the deaker throw on the amg badge on the rear. Its pathetic that some people are driving nice cars and are still not content and have to fake it. Oh well
I agree, I notice a lot of those down here in Cali, especially in OC. Sad....
#66
You should ask him what is so special about it?
#67
Last edited by FEAR; 08-31-2009 at 08:56 AM.
#68
I saw an SLK230 the other day with an AMG badge on the trunk. There were no other signs of any AMG equipment, i.e. no wheels, body kit or anything else. I guess it was there to impress the people that don't know any better. I don't even bother asking about them any more since it just seems kind of sad.
Another guy around here has a '99 996 with an aerokit that has a GT3 badge on it. My thought was "geeze, I hope no other 6speed guys see it, they would be so merciless".
Another guy around here has a '99 996 with an aerokit that has a GT3 badge on it. My thought was "geeze, I hope no other 6speed guys see it, they would be so merciless".
#69
I certainly believe these buyers couldn't care less if their car is a "real" AMG or not. All they know is they paid more for an upgrade in AMG parts and they rightfully deserve to get the AMG badge.
I also doubt they will come in here to do a research to see if it's real or not, heehhe.....
By the way, my S350 (oooo lala...) has AMG S65 bodykit and exhaust, but I told the dealer not to put on the AMG badge. I don't want to get lynched by the good folks here....
#71
The CLS (and I'm sure its the same for all MB models) does not get badged with the AMG logo if unless you have the Engine, brakes, etc. I ordered mine with the AMG sport package (body, exhaust, wheels) and there is no AMG badge, nor would I want to be a poser and add it.