Thanks for the reply, guys!

sdpartz - I've seen some '96+ W202's that just came up in the locals and got on it for the extract same reason you stated, the two common problems have been addressed. Also, the car has been smogged an is in its 90 day period, I guess the light doesn't come on that regularly. How to do you like the 4 cyl. model? I might be looking at c220's as well...

Jim B. - Thats funny that you mentioned that shop, I'm a stones throw from it.