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The new models are technological wonders, and I am a tech fanatic, but I also appreciate the care that was given to the production of these cars from 20 years ago and further back in time.

I have owned 116 and 126 and will continue to do so until I am buried in one.

I have owned other manufacturers over the years and was continually disappointed by the proliferation of plastic and poor construction or "substance" while the technology was beaten into us by the media.

Let a new car hit one of our true classics, and they will fold like an accordian while we may just need some paint touch-up!

The older cars have that sophisticated 'je ne sais quoi' and a solid feel not captured since. JMHO

 

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Another point I wanted to in comparison to other manufacturers cars:

How many have a 'wunderbar' facility like the Mercedes Classic Center in the US and Germany where owners STILL send cars that are 20, 30, 40, or more years old to be lovingly restored and improved upon in order to preserve that special something that the new cars just don't have.

Maybach cannot even overshadow the original 600 Grosser Mercedes - now that was understated class and substance never achieved before or since!

The new 6.3 AMG SL MIGHT come close to bringing back those loyal feelings and 'seat of the pants' love affair again. AMG has just one (1) mechanical technician assemble a complete engine, and only when it passes testing is he allowed to affix his persoanl signature plate to the engine. THAT is how they used to build entire cars! Love those guys!

I can't count how many people I've known over the years that have walked away from severe accidents in the W126 and W116, that would have perished in any lesser cars.

I shall now retire from my soapbox for today and allow other to rant forth! LOL

Cheers All,

Ron