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A selection of completed work from the A1 Automotive shop floor. Filter by platform or job type.

Full Builds · A1 Stage 2 Package

Mercedes-AMG GT63 S

  • Performance downpipes
  • Custom A1Tuned ECU / TCU / CPC calibration

Big power, smoother shifts, and the full AMG character unlocked.

Mercedes-AMG · A1 Stage 2 — returning customer

Mercedes-AMG C63 S

  • ModalWorks intakes
  • VTA BOV adapters

Improved airflow, sharper response, and a more aggressive turbo sound.

Already on Stage 2 — came back to go further on airflow

Tuning · Inspection + downpipes + A1 ECU tune

New Arrival — Inspection & Stage 2 Prep

  • Full vehicle inspection
  • Downpipes
  • A1 custom ECU tune
  • Maintenance ahead of the tune

Inspected and serviced first so the setup is solid before pushing power.

Straight from the dealer lot to the shop

Tuning · A1Tuned ECU on 91 octane

Mercedes-AMG CLS63

  • A1Tuned ECU tune on 91 octane
  • Boost issue diagnosed and fixed
  • O2 sensors replaced
  • Exhaust leaks repaired

Faults traced and fixed, then tuned — running right on 91.

American Performance · Ignition & throttle body service

Chevrolet Camaro SS

  • Spark plugs
  • Ignition coils
  • Ignition coil wires
  • Throttle body upgrade

Full ignition refresh plus a throttle body upgrade.

Mercedes-AMG · Carbon fiber diffuser install

Mercedes-AMG C63 (W204)

  • Carbon fiber rear diffuser installed

Clean fitment with an OEM+ look.

Tuning · A1 Stage 2 Package

2020 Mercedes-AMG C63 S

  • Stage 2 package
  • 91 octane conservative calibration
  • Previous shop's work corrected

Came in from another shop with multiple issues — we went through it and got it done right.

Previous shop claimed it was tuned. It wasn't.

Maintenance · Service + cosmetic

2020 Mercedes-AMG C63 S

  • Liqui Moly oil service
  • Diagnostic test drive
  • Edition 1-style front lip install

Serviced, checked over, and finished off with the front lip.

Mercedes-AMG · ModalWorks intakes

Mercedes-AMG C63 (W205)

  • ModalWorks intakes installed

More airflow, better sound, and performance you can feel.

Maintenance · Brake service

Mercedes-AMG C63 (W205)

  • Rear rotors replaced (Brembo)
  • Rear pads replaced (Brembo)

Rear brakes back to full AMG spec.

Maintenance · Full cooling system refresh

Mercedes-AMG CLS63 (W218)

  • Water pump
  • Thermostat
  • Upper & lower radiator hoses
  • Turbo lines
  • Heater hoses

Back to proper AMG cooling performance.

Came in with a major coolant leak

Tuning · A1Tuned calibration

Mercedes-AMG E63 S (W212)

  • A1Tuned custom calibration

Big flames and a serious exhaust note on the A1Tuned file.

Tuning · A1 Custom ECU / TCU / CPC on 91

Mercedes-AMG E63 S (W213)

  • A1 custom ECU / TCU / CPC tuning on 91
  • Downpipes
  • Pops and bangs

Full three-module calibration with the exhaust opened up.

Mercedes-AMG · Intakes — tuning to follow

Mercedes-Benz CLS550

  • BlackBoost intakes installed

More airflow, better sound, smoother power delivery. A1Tuned ECU and downpipes are next.

Tuning · A1 Custom ECU on 91

Mercedes-AMG E63 S (W212)

  • A1 custom ECU tuning on 91
  • Downpipes
  • Pops and bangs on command

Custom calibration with the downpipes to back it up.

Maintenance · Service

Mercedes-AMG E63 S

  • Liqui Moly oil service
  • Spark plugs

Routine service to keep it healthy.

Mercedes-AMG · Downpipes — tuning to follow

Mercedes-AMG E63 S

  • Downpipes installed

Woken up with downpipes. A1 custom ECU / TCU tuning is next.

Maintenance · Scheduled maintenance

Mercedes-Benz CLS450

  • Full maintenance service

Brought up to spec and running right.

Full Builds · A1 Stage 2 Package

Mercedes-AMG CLS63

  • Custom downpipes
  • A1 custom ECU / TCU tuning on 91
  • Pops and bangs

Stage 2 with a matched calibration on 91.

Full Builds · A1 Stage 2 Power Package

Mercedes-AMG GT63 S

  • A1 custom ECU / TCU / CPC tuning
  • ModalWorks downpipes
  • ModalWorks intakes

Full Stage 2 hardware and calibration package.

Maintenance · Service

2019 Mercedes-AMG E63 S

  • Fresh spark plugs
  • New ignition coils
  • New front tires

Keeping it running smooth.

Mercedes-AMG · Valved titanium cat-back

Mercedes-AMG GT63 S

  • Valved full titanium cat-back exhaust

Full titanium cat-back with valve control.

Mercedes-AMG · Height-adjustable springs

Mercedes-AMG G63

  • Height-adjustable springs
  • Raised 2–3 inches

Raised for stance and off-road presence.

American Performance · Pedders suspension

Pontiac G8 — Shop Car

  • Pedders suspension package

Shop G8 fully sorted on Pedders suspension.

Mercedes-AMG · Suspension + maintenance

2020 Mercedes-AMG G63

  • Suspension work
  • Maintenance service

No more rubbing — rides smooth now.

Came in rubbing badly

Mercedes-AMG · Downpipes — tuning to follow

2019 Mercedes-AMG E53

  • Downpipes installed

Turbo spool hits harder and the exhaust note speaks louder. Tuning is next.

Maintenance · Driveline service

2019 Mercedes-AMG C63 S Coupe

  • Transmission service
  • Differential service

Smooth shifts and a healthy driveline.

Maintenance · Maintenance day

Mercedes-AMG E63 S (W213)

  • Gapped spark plugs
  • Coolant flush
  • Liqui Moly oil change

Keeping power and performance at peak.

American Performance · Diagnostics & repair

Chevrolet Corvette C7 Z06

  • Fuel system diagnosis
  • Fuel pump replaced

A mystery fueling issue other shops couldn't figure out — traced to the fuel pump.

Mercedes-AMG · Long-tube headers

Mercedes-AMG C63

  • Long-tube headers installed
  • Restrictions removed

Sounds as brutal as it should.

Maintenance · Maintenance + intake manifold

Mercedes-AMG C63 (W204)

  • Maintenance service
  • Intake manifold work

V8 running smooth and strong. Long-tube headers are next.

Maintenance · Diagnostics

Mercedes-AMG CLS63

  • Full diagnostic
  • Intake manifold issue identified

Diagnosis found a major intake manifold issue.

Maintenance · Service

Mercedes-AMG GT63 S

  • Spark plugs
  • Ignition coils
  • Turbo lines replaced

Running smooth and strong again.

Porsche · Repair + service

Porsche 718

  • Axle repair
  • Oil change

Back on the road smoother than ever.

Maintenance · Spark plug service

Mercedes-Benz S560

  • Spark plug service

Came in misfiring — running smoothly again.

American Performance · Performance upgrades

Ford Shelby Super Snake

  • Performance upgrades in progress

900+ hp build underway.

Full Builds · A1 Stage 2 Package

2023 Mercedes-AMG C63 S Coupe

  • A1 custom ECU / TCU / CPC tuning
  • Downpipes
  • ModalWorks intake
  • Wheel spacers

Clean install, serious power.

Mercedes-AMG · Suspension — stance upgrade

2021 Mercedes-AMG C63 S

  • Adjustable H&R lowering springs
  • Dialed to the lowest setting for fitment

Another AMG sitting exactly how it should.

Mercedes-AMG · Stage 2 — in progress

Mercedes-AMG C63 S (C205)

  • Catless downpipes installed

Exhaust freed up and the AMG note unlocked. Full A1Tuned ECU / TCU / CPC dial-in is next.

Mercedes-AMG · Suspension — stance correction

Mercedes-AMG CLS63

  • H&R lowering springs (front)
  • Lowering links (rear)

Ride height, fitment and presence all dialed in flush.

Came in sitting high — left sitting the way it should have from factory

BMW · Custom A1 ECU Tune

2018 BMW 540i

  • Custom A1 ECU tune
  • Downpipe installed
  • Full Valvetronic exhaust
  • Fresh spark plugs

More sound, more power — a completely different car.

Maintenance · Stage 2 package + A1Tuned software

Mercedes-AMG C63 S Coupe

  • Spark plugs replaced
  • All four ignition coils replaced
  • Stage 2 A1Tuned software

Maintenance brought current and the tune dialed for max output.

Mercedes-AMG · Downpipes — tuning to follow

Mercedes-AMG C63 (Facelift)

  • Performance downpipes installed

Exhaust freed up and the sound it deserves. A1Tuned custom calibration is the next step.

Tuning · Stage 1 ECU Tune

2012 Mercedes-AMG C63 (W204)

  • Stage 1 ECU tune on 91 octane
  • OEM catalytic converters retained

A noticeable bump in power and response while staying smooth and reliable for daily driving.

Factory calibration → A1Tuned Stage 1 on 91 octane

Full Builds · Custom Ethanol Blend Tune

Mercedes-AMG GT63

  • Gapped Industries downpipes
  • Custom A1 ethanol blend tune
  • ECU / TCU / CPC calibration

More boost, faster shifts, better response.

Came in stock — turbos and pumps are the next stage

Full Builds · ECU / TCU / CPC Custom Tuning

Mercedes-AMG S63 — Shop Car

  • Gapped Industries downpipes
  • A1 ECU / TCU / CPC custom tuning

Big power, sharper response, and a serious change in sound.

Came in stock — left transformed

Tuning · ECU / TCU / CPC unlock & tune

2020 Mercedes-AMG C63 S

  • A1Tuned ECU / TCU / CPC unlock and tune
  • Conservative tune on 91 octane
  • Spark plugs
  • ModalWorks intakes

Maintenance and power mods handled together in one visit.

Mercedes-AMG · Stage 2 — in progress

Mercedes-AMG E63 S (W213)

  • Catless downpipes to improve exhaust flow

Exhaust flow opened up and the true AMG sound unleashed. A1 custom ECU, TCU and CPC tuning is next.

American Performance · Supercharged build — in progress

Chevrolet SS

  • LSA supercharged build
  • Work in progress

An LSA supercharged build on the lift at A1.

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Behind The Doors

The Shop Floor

Work in progress, teardowns, dyno pulls, and what's on the lifts this week.

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