Sorry to hear of your bad experience with your MB. I do not believe that this many problems is typical of a Mercedes. There have been many discussions here about Mercedes quality now versus that in the past.

I hope things shape up, the C43 is a great car.

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Ali Al-Chalabi

2001 CLK55
1999 Dodge Ram 2500 Cummins Diesel
2002 Harley-Davidson Fatboy
Merlin Extralight w/ Campy Record