I don't know why no Mercedes-Benz enthusiast can ever admit this.
We, as fairly blue-collar greasemunkies, feel that these automobiles bring us up to a certain level in society-- they are both status symbols AND toys for tinkering and getting greasy playing with.
Personal feelings as to why I won't entertain the thought of selling my Shlomo Benz:
The car validates me. It tells people that I have discerning tastes, but a limited budget and some modicum of mechanical prowess. It tells me that even if I can't afford a new automobile, that I can afford a very nice one-- a safe one, and one that exudes class without pretentions.
It makes me feel good whenever people exclaim " YOU drive a MERCEDES?!?" with that puzzled and crazed look in their eyes.
I smile and reply: "Yep, and it has manual windows."
