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Stock for stock, the new Mercedes Benz CLA isn’t much to get excited over – while the body lines look great, the stock ride height and choice of wheels leave a lot to be desired. This new CLA belongs to a friend of long time Customer Loyalty rep Eric Li, and when Eric’s buddy picked up a CLA and was considering modding it, Eric had him take his Mercedes Benz to the Mod Experts – specifically Senior Mod Expert Alan Wei.
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Alan recommended a set of H&R Springs for Mercedes CLA, which gives the car a subtle drop without totally slamming the hell out of it. Take a look at this before/after comparison we put together. It sits just a bit lower without going overboard- but of course that’s only one half of the equation. In addition to the drop, a set of 19in Avant Garde M590 Wheels for Mercedes in 5x112mm.

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With the Avant Garde M590 wheels for CLA250 fitted, the Black powdercoat really sets off the car, breaking up what might otherwise be a bland expanse of white.

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Here’s how the H&R Springs for CLA look actually fitted into the CLA suspension.

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With the car back on the ground, there was nothing left to do but sit back and enjoy our handiwork.

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With a little help from Mod Expert Alan Wei, this CLA went from a snooze to smokin’ hot and aesthetics deserving of a car wearing the Mercedes Silver Arrow.

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Story & Photos Nick Gregson