[W126 Coupe] 560SEC acceleration

[Paul Samarin]

The 560 SEC is designed to start in second gear.  You can alter this 
manually and/or install a special kit that directs it to start in 
first.

To manually start in first, you must pull the shifter all the way 
rearward and then click to the right (note the little arrow.)  That's 
first gear.

You can also downshift to that location as you roll to a stop (at a 
light or stop sign.)  Then, keeping your foot on the brake as you are 
stopped, now move the shifter back to D (or 3 or whatever it is).  You 
are now still in 1st as you are waiting for the light to change. When 
you next move from the brake to the accelerator, the car will 
automatically go from 1st up thru the gears.

Enjoy.

Paul

On Jun 5, 2006, at 8:27 PM, Tim Schmidt wrote:

> Good evening,
> I just received a 1989 560SEC as a result of an Ebay bid.  I had never 
> test driven one, so I took my chances on it.  Mechanically, the car is 
> in great shape after taking it in for an inspection.  The only problem 
> I have is in the way it accelerates.  It seems like I practically have 
> to floor it to get it moving.  I know it is a large sedan and heavy, 
> but it seems extremely sluggish, especially for having an engine the 
> size it does.  My mechanic adjusted the throttle a little, but said 
> this is typical of Mercedes.  I had previously owned a 93 300E and it 
> seemed more peppy than this car.  Is there anything that can be done 
> to improve how it accelerates??  I guess I really do like more power 
> or torque from the get go.  The specs say it goes from 0-60 in 7 
> seconds.  It certainly doesn't feel that fast, though I haven't timed 
> it.   Would getting it supercharged help considerably?  If so, can 
> anyone make any recommendations for a supercharger?  I would hate to 
> have to get rid of it for this reason, because I absolutely love 
> everything else about it.  Hopefully there is something that can be 
> done.  Thanks in advance for your help.
>  
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