Approx. 1/2 way from NYC to Tampa FL (not Miami) is the center of NOrth Carolina, aka Raleigh, however I-95 does not go through Raleigh, but a town called Smithfied, around 30 miles straight due east.

Smithfield, I forget the exit # off I-95, 14 comes to mind, had tons of shops outlets, i.e. Tommy Hilfiger and also has a few decent restaurants (nothing great) for tourists and shoppers driving through.

Raleigh is where the closest MB dealership lies, from my recollection. It is called Leith, mediocre service at best.

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'89 420 SEL
'90 300 SEL
'68 Olds 88 Convertible
'84 300 SD (sold it)