Well, everybody has their bias. I wouldn't trade my 78 450SL for any other 107. That one is my baby, and the 75 is just a car to work on.

I also think the timing chain issue is overblown. If it was the only engine that would self-destruct if the timing chain went, I could see it, but it isn't. Any of the engines will scrap themselves if proper maintenance isn't followed. And there is that mileage issue to look at, especially with the current cost of gas.

So, I agree with you - drive your 380 and enjoy it. And it doesn't really even matter if it's got a single or double row timing chain. Whichever one it has, replace it when necessary and don't worry about it the rest of the time. As far as resale value goes, worry about that if you ever decide to sell it.