The safety inspection in Germany is so tough that most of our cars would have a problem meeting them. This is why you don't see many cars older than 10 years old on the road.

While I was there I bought my 1972 280 SE 3.5 for a mere $2,000 as it was 10 years old and would have required a few thousand in repairs to be drivable. When you have to pay a $75 fee, pass or fail, I can understand why the owners just hoped some GI would buy it. (The US service personnel have an inspection that is similar to the one here in Texas, meaning just about anything will pass....)

That would explain the lack of cars somewhat.

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1998 W202 C230 - The money pit of late.
1984 W126 300SD (356,800 miles) Gone to the wrenchapart
1984 W123 300D Gone to the wrenchapart
1972 W108 280SE 3.5 (sold but not forgotten)
1986 Buick Grand National 3.8l Turbo (86k miles)
1966 Glassic Model 'A' Replica http://www.glassicannex.org

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