The last of the battleship Benzes are now 10-12 years old and have depreciated to the point of easily affordable to purchase. The latest reincarnation doesn't send thrills down most people's spines as did the old twin sixes. Any thoughts out there on the practicality (or lack thereof) of buying such a vintage car with the prospect of high age and wear related issues with which to contend? Some people still swear by them, while others swear at them. Given the state of the auto industry today, wil… Continue

I just wanted to let everyone know something. My S320 got a blown head gasket but I did not know at first. The coolant was pouring out of the reserve tank when I switched off and sometimes while driving. I was told to burp the cooling system and It worked.... for a while. Then it started up again. This time I saw oil in the coolant. Another mech said it was the head gasket. He also said it will cost me about $2,000 to put in. I was praying for a miracle (really) and then I saw this… Continue

Check out all the Mercedes at the Amelia Island Concours this past March.

You can see all of my photos at:

http://www.flickr.com/photos/silverstaroutfitters/sets/72157616997391113/

I have a chance to buy a 1992 190E 2.6L automatic....price is only $2900 USD, yes that's $2..9..0..0!!..brand new inspection...new exhaust up to converter...rebuilt transmission....dirty...some surface rust on body...drives very well...strong acceleration...back doors stuck...back windows will not open...cannot tilt drivers seatbut OK position for me...used dealer has had 2 years. Sound OK?

I hope this post doesn't get someone at the dealership in trouble, but I have just become a huge fan of the Mercedes Benz dealer in Princeton NJ because of the refreshing honesty of a guy in the parts department.

I stopped by late last week to get a replacement headlight for my 1985 300TD. It wasn't in stock (not surprising for 25-year-old car) so they ordered one for me. Told me it would be about $85. Okay. Everything's more with a Mercedes. I'm used to that.

Well, this awesome dude from the… Continue