He's in good hands with Mr. MB if it is the place I've heard so much about. Even if it costs 250 clams you will get an HONEST diagnosis and job. It probably would have cost at least 100 for a closer tow. And of course, if you had AAA and the extended mileage, it would have cost nothing. I wouldn't think about owning an older Benz without a 100 mile tow capability on my AAA membership. Good Luck.
Anziani