I own a 1999 E 300 Turbodiesel and want to upgrade the suspension to the equivalent of the E55 AMG. It is my understanding that my car (due primarily to the weight of the cast iron diesel engine block) actually weighs about the same as the E55. If this is the case, it would seem that I could easily use the springs/shocks/sway bars from an E55 on my car. Is this actually possible?

Also, I intend to upgrade wheels and tires afterward, but am trying if at all possible to avoid modifying any bodywork to accomodate. I'm interested in the AMG Monoblock II's (same as the E55) and have been told that the following setups will work with my STOCK suspension:

1) Front & Rear 8 X 18 wheels with 235-40-18 tires.. or..

2) Front 8 X 18 wheels with 235-40-18 tires and Rear 9 X 18 wheels with 265-35-18 wheels.

Will these setups actually work with my CURRENT suspension, and ALSO after the suspension changes?

If not, what is the most aggressive setup I can get away with?

Any other suggestions/advice would be helpful also!

Many thanks.

Jay Gibbs