[scottschoe]

definately go with amg monoblocks, either in 18 or 19 inch. I put on some 18" monoblock ae...

definately go with amg monoblocks, either in 18 or 19 inch. I put on some 18" monoblock aero-II's on my 98 silver s320, and it looks great. check out tirerack for a package. generally try to stay away from used rims...no point in risking wheel integrity for a few less dollars.

 

[scottschoe]

black rims are a tough one to pull off well, but if they match your body well then the car...

black rims are a tough one to pull off well, but if they match your body well then the car looks "hard" (check out wald's kits)

for your 600, don't go with chrome because it might clash with your two-tone exterior. or if you're willing to repaint the bottom half of the car black, chrome will look great.

 

[scottschoe]

don't do 20" because that's a huge ride sacrifice...and there aren't any amg rims made tha...

don't do 20" because that's a huge ride sacrifice...and there aren't any amg rims made that size. 19's are somewhat harsh on the ride, but it's not annoyingly so. as long as you get something made by amg you don't have to worry about it looking classy.

if you have salt on the roads, avoid chrome.

imo i'd avoid rims that look like the ones CL600_w140 is selling....that would compromise the look you're trying to get.

 

[scottschoe]

well on my s320 + 18 monoblocks, the ride is very nice: a little firmer than stock. 19's w...

well on my s320 + 18 monoblocks, the ride is very nice: a little firmer than stock. 19's will still be driveable, but i believe you might have some problems with rubbing, especially over bumps and down dips. the bigger the rim, the larger the chance of bending it after going over a pothole.

but if this car doesn't go over rough roads and you're looking for a standout ride, get 19's. check with your dealer about the necessity of rolling the fenders (or more probable, someone on the board will post what needs to be done, if anything, to fit 19's)

i sort of wish i had taken the plunge for 19's....the 18's look smaller every day i look at them ....maybe i should lower the frame an inch or so