240 Diesel Dog,

One of the things I like about Mercedes is you can sit behind the wheel in a 2004 model and invariably find at least one thing that exists in the older cars. If not an exact swap out, a very obvious draw from a previous design. Some people might think of it as a lack of forward thinking in design, but personally I like the fact that the gauges and finishes still look the same.

I don't know why mercedes tends to hold on to design more than other makers, but I like it. One person explained to me that there are many Mercedes owners out there that have stuck with the marquis through all these years. They like to hop into a new car and feel at home. That could be hot air regarding "why" mercedes does it, but I believe other owners have noticed and appreciated the same thing.

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