I think the real comparion here is between the 500e/e500 and the upcoming E55. I don't think that the E500 will be limited producition. I also think that the hp would be in the 300hp range. If I still had my 500e, I wouldn't trade it for the new E500, either. Now, the upcoming E55 (476 hp)... that's a different story entirely, as this car will be comparable to the 500E in exclusivity, production numbers, and relative pricing -- and will blow it away in performance.

If only it had a 6 speed manual.

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john
'87 2.3-16v
'92 500E