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| Carlsson CK50 Based on GL500 ![]() Carlsson CK50 Based on GL500
In a class of its own: Carlsson CK50 engine kit Developed by Carlsson especially for the GL, the CK50 engine kit accelerates not only the driver's pulse but also the elegant automobile in just 6.1 seconds from 0 to 100 km/h. No less impressive is the engine output after being given the Carlsson treatment: the tuned V8 develops 435 bhp / 320 kW (standard 388 bhp / 285 kW) at 6000 rpm coupled with 600 Nm of torque at 2800-4800 rpm. Top speed according to Carlsson is 248 km/h. Stainless-steel rear silencers, each with two oval double tail pipes An attractive back is also a head turner. And this is certainly the case with the CK50 because Carlsson fits the vehicle with sports rear silencers that, with a total of four tail pipes, guarantee an athletic rear view. At the same time, the system impresses through a dramatic, sonorous sound. Compared to the standard version, the Carlsson exhaust is better with regard to backpressure and pipe run. The result: greater torque and a higher output C-Tronic® SUSPENSION electronic lowering kit Exclusively for the GL 500, Carlsson offers the C-Tronic® SUSPENSION electronic lowering kit that reduces the ride height of the vehicle by approx. 35 mm. Drivers can be sure that lowering the car gives it a significantly more sporting look. The C-Tronic® SUSPENSION not only lowers the centre of gravity but also, thanks to the sophisticated technology, interacts intelligently with the road surface. On poor roads on which the suspension has to work hard, the car's ride height is automatically adjusted to ensure the spring travelling remaining is sufficient for constant ride comfort. Drivers notice the effects of the C-Tronic® lowering via a reduced tendency to roll and considerably more agile handling. In other words, the C-Tronic® SUSPENSION also stands for greater driving pleasure. Additionally, the C-Tronic® SUSPENSION ensures that, even at speeds in excess of 120 km/h, the car is not lowered beyond the standard minimum ride height thus ensuring sufficient compression travel for the suspension. An incidental effect of lowering the car is a reduction in air resistance and lift because less air flows beneath the car. For a perfect finish: 3/11 Ultra Light and 1/11 Brilliant Edition wheels Carlsson offers 3/11 Ultra Light wheels for the front and rear axles of the GL in the dimension 10 x 22“ (with 305/35 R 22 tyres). The attractive forged wheels have been designed especially for larger automobiles. They are significantly lighter than conventional cast wheels but just as strong. Moreover, thanks to their lower weight, forged wheels tend to tramp less than cast wheels (lower unsprung mass) and thus offer optimum road contact. For the driver, this means improved handling and greater comfort. As an alternative to the three-piece 3/11 UL, Carlsson also offers the one-piece 1/11 BE wheel as a 20" model. The 11-spoke wheel for the front and rear axles comes in the dimension 9.5 x 20“ (with 305/45 R20 tyres). However, trailer operations are not permitted with this wheel and tyre combination. Elegance with a high comfort factor Anyone familiar with Carlsson knows that the Merzig-based automobile specialists have a fine sense for luxury. Carlsson uses only top-quality parts and materials. No matter whether the finest nappa leather, combinations of Alcantara and leather, multi-media conversions or appointments in carbon and precious wood, Carlsson converts and individualises every GL in accordance with the customer's wishes. Customer satisfaction has the highest priority. Get in, feel at home and drive off – Carlsson turns every GL into a mobile wellness zone. - ONLY REGISTERED AND ACTIVATED USERS CAN SEE ALL LINKS - CLICK HERE TO REGISTER ![]() ![]() |
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| Re: Carlsson CK50 Based on GL500 Thats one HOT large suv.. im linking this tuning very very much.. kudos to carlsson |
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| Re: Carlsson CK50 Based on GL500 It looks really good and "phat". Massive luxury is where MB shines. |
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| Re: Carlsson CK50 Based on GL500 Not even a great Carlsson can make me like that car, sorry... ![]() |
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| Re: Carlsson CK50 Based on GL500 This shot really does it for me.. The GL is the hottest "big" SUV out there! I wish MB would produce an AMG version of this vehicle. Btw Artist, congrats on your 7000th post. - ONLY REGISTERED AND ACTIVATED USERS CAN SEE ALL LINKS - CLICK HERE TO REGISTER |
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| Re: Carlsson CK50 Based on GL500 yep gotta agree..its the hottest large suv..hands down.. PS Thnx ..im addicted..lol |
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