There is not a better brand of automobiles in the world than Mercedes-Benz. I know that if I traded my 1995 E-Class for a 2004 E-Class, if I maintained it well it will last for 20 years. A high performance automobile requires more maintenance than the "appliance" brands. To own a Mercedes, you should appreciate the car, and be able to do some work on your own with it. It should get hours of cleaning, polishing, and shining, and in return it will give you years of enjoyment, reliablity, safety, and performance like no other brand.

If you are dissatisfied with MB, buy from Asia.

Soon you will come to your senses and return to European cars.

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2002 Mercedes-Benz E320 4Matic
1995 Mercedes-Benz E320 Wagon
2005 Land Rover LR3 V8 SE
1999 Audi A8 4.2L quattro