Pardon me... I am working in the electronic-related industry so I would like to express my observations.... Before 1995, electronic components in cars are not as complicated as 2000+ model year... and cars now-a-day are controlled by electronics. I firmly believe that MB's mechnical engine is excellent, but its electronic components which control the vehicle is, IMO, years behind the Japs... and the stubbon German heads are too proud to learn from Japan... I know, because my company does business with both Germany and Japan. I refuse to buy 2000+ MB model year for that reason... Happy driving