Thanks Julian for your reply to my question. Interesting to hear that you have what appears to be the same problem. I have also spoken to the dealer for some free advice and they say that the cruise control is very reliable and gives no problems - but I think that is possibly on the new cars they are dealing with. Interestingly they never suggested the computer but pointed to the break pedal limit swith and cruise control switch - which I do not think it is as I have almost ruled that out. Of course they did offer to look at it and put it on the computer - but we all know what that costs !!!!!!!!

Suginami - thanks for asking in relation to my problem. It is a C180 (just a baby!!!). I would sure appreciate any advise or suggestions that you have.

Thanks guys.