I'd take the mileage figure in a heartbeat and drive my own mercedes. Much more comfortable to drive and much much safer than a minivan. In an accident the minivan will tip over in a heartbeat and come apart.

You know what a mercedes will do. It will take care of you.

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[SIGPIC] Diesel loving autocrossing grandpa Architect. 08 Dodge 3/4 ton with Cummins & six speed; I have had about 35 benzes. I have a 39 Studebaker Coupe Express pickup in which I have had installed a 617 turbo and a five speed manual.[SIGPIC]

..I also have a 427 Cobra replica with an aluminum chassis.