Restoration Project: 1998 Mercedes-Benz E55 AMG

by Hussain Raza in London

Restoration Project: 1998 Mercedes-Benz E55 AMG
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Restoration Project: 1998 Mercedes-Benz E55 AMG - Help me get this 172,000 mile motor back on the road and avoid the scrappers!

by Hussain Raza in London

Restoration Project

1998 Mercedes-Benz E55 AMG

I would like to start by thanking everyone in advance for viewing this project and a massive thank you for anyone that contributed!

I will start with some background history about the car; been in the family for 5 years now and parked up for the last 2 years. I was given the car 2 weeks ago with the view of running the car as a daily and having the issues taken care of when funds allowed. Unfortunately the work is quite extensive and will require more funds and being a student I am struggling; and need your help!

Specifications

Mercedes-Benz M113 5.4l V8 Engine with a 5-Speed Automatic Gearbox

349 BHP / Limited to 155 MPH / 0-62 MPH in 5.4s

AMG Styling Kit fitted from Factory including the original alloys; AMG II Monoblock

 Work carried out so far

Replaced Engine Oil & Coolants

Replaced Air & Cabin Filters

16 x New Spark Plugs

Replaced Alternator

Replaced Intercooler & Fan

 Work left for me to do

Refurb: AMG II Monoblocks -  £140 @ £35 per wheel

Replace: Power Steering Pump - £149.95 part + 2h Labour

Address rust on all four arches and boot lid - Quoted £100-£120 per panel

Exterior Detailing - £250 for Rejuvinating paint and removing swirl marks 

I am planning to fully document the restoration progress and compile a build log / diary which will be given to contributors as one of the rewards! The progress on the vehicle will be updated immediately and I am hoping to have completed the restoration completed within 4 weeks!

Rewards

This project offers rewards in return for your donation. Please select a reward below.

£1 or more

£1 Reward

Thank you for believing in my project without you all; this definitely would not be possible!

£5 or more

£5 Reward

15 x HD Photo's / Before & After (Downloadable Content) PDF copy of the Restoration Diary Personal email thanking you for your support

£10 or more

£10 Reward

40 x HD Photo's / Before & After (Downloadable Content) PDF copy of the Restoration Diary Personal email thanking you for your support

£25 or more

£25 Reward

80 x HD Photo's / Before & After (Downloadable Content) PDF copy of the Restoration Diary Personal email thanking you for your support

£50 or more

£50 Reward

80 x HD Photo's / Before & After (Downloadable Content) Mini photobook with 30 images (Post Restoration & Detailed) PDF copy of the Restoration Diary Personal email thanking you for your support

£100 or more

£100 Reward

80 x HD Photo's / Before & After (Downloadable Content) Mini photobook with 30 images (Post Restoration & Detailed) Mini photobook with 30 images (Random AMG & Brabus models) PDF copy of the Restoration Diary Personal call thanking you for your support

£500 or more

£500 Reward

AMG for the weekend! (For 48 hours the car is with you) - Insurance, Proof of Address and Liability will need to be filled out. 80 x HD Photo's / Before & After (Downloadable Content) Mini photobook with 30 images (Post Restored & Detailed) Mini photobook with 30 images (Random AMG & Brabus models) A4 photobook with 30 images (Post Restored & Detailed) PDF copy of the Restoration Diary

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