Well, this went off topic, sort of.

But thanks for the input (especially the E55/E500 comment, I lost sleep over that one).

I opted for the E320 in black livery based on fuel efficiency and cost of maint.

Mileage was comparable as was condition.

Happy so far...gotta change my sig.

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1999 E320 (gave to daughter) 250K
1994 F150 (may be the end of its road) 240K
1989 560 SL (Reassembly after paint job) 160K
1986 560 SL (deceased., gave it's life protecting my wife)
1988 300 TE (departed)
1994 945T (still running strong with an upgraded cam) 349K
1986 242Ti (deceased)
1968 GT500KR (under restoration)