Posted By:	Marlowe Johnson
Posted On:	Friday March 23, 2012 at 5:26 PM
Message: The current generation of M-B has a check and balance system to either insure... ... reliability or a warning that will very specifically alert you to the problem. There isn't an oil dip stick because the car will not burn enough oil prior to the next scheduled maintenance. Don't forget that it does run on synthetic oil and is a far superior lubricant to the old multi-grade non-synthetic oils. I also think that German cars costing more to repair is now a myth. Most people are not comparing apples to apples when they make that statement. A high performance double overhead cam engine requiring maintenance is going to cost the same regardless of country origin. But if you're comparing an overhead 4 banger to a sophisticated DOHC high performance engine with variable valve timing, the 4 banger will cost less. An electronic or computer glitch is going to require the same diagnostic analysis and replacement costs are going to be generally the same. The only difference there is the complexity of the component.

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For those of us who own a "classic" car what one comment do you often get that irks you? by Phil Realmuto #41909

Phil, great topic! I receive similar comments, and, of course, by Brian Laurance #41909.1

Brian, you're missing a great opportunity to have some fun: by Thomas Struckman #41909.1.1

Perfect, Thomas! I'll print it out and take this with me for a script to use at the next car show! (EOM) by Brian Laurance #41909.1.1.1

Don't Let It Irk You, Phil. Just Tell the Bozos, "Actually It Has the Turbo-Franistan Option... by Ed Stutz #41909.2

THanks guys you're all awesome! And I have heard those other comments too! LOLOLOL by Phil Realmuto #41909.3

See below by Charlie Berry #41909.4

Hehe! Nothing ever irked me but I do recall that the same dynamic would occur... by Marlowe Johnson #41909.5

Classic car by Ray Herkert #41909.5.1

Of all the classic cars I have owned............... by Richard Dube #41909.5.2

Richard as for attention I'd have to say ALL three of mine have had their share by Phil Realmuto #41909.5.2.1

A big black vintage Lincoln or Caddy............. by Richard Dube #41909.5.2.1.1

Richard you didnt respond HOW did you like the Buick?? by Phil Realmuto #41909.5.2.1.1.1

Phil, you are completely right.................. by Richard Dube #41909.6

Well said Richard! A question for you... How did you like the Buick? by Phil Realmuto #41909.6.1

I made the decision to have a full size rental.......... by Richard Dube #41909.6.1.1

So summary seems to sadly be SOS at GM! by Phil Realmuto #41909.6.1.1.1

Phil, you know me too well and you also know I'm going to chime in. by Marlowe Johnson #41909.6.1.1.1.1

Your also in a milder climate with far better roads then NYC by Phil Realmuto #41909.6.1.1.1.1.1

The current generation of M-B has a check and balance system to either insure... by Marlowe Johnson #41909.6.1.1.1.1.1.1

Oh then whats an Alternator replacement or Starter replacement cost on your Mercedes? by Phil Realmuto #41909.6.1.1.1.1.1.1.1

I wouldn't know. I've never replaced an alternator or a starter. Also, I only take my car... by Marlowe Johnson #41909.6.1.1.1.1.1.1.1.1

I won't argue for a second about paint quality Marlowe! by Phil Realmuto #41909.6.1.1.1.1.1.1.1.1.1

LOL Phil. I get the same comments, and mine is a '65 Buick Special. Figure that!! (EOM) by Tom Joyce #41909.7

Phil, another one: "you will never get back all the money you spent on restoring this car." (EOM) by Lawrence Kalfayan #41909.8

YES!!!!!!!!!!!!! LOL Ok and do you get back all the money for the .... by Phil Realmuto #41909.8.1

Right on, Philip - that's exactly what I tell them - what are your tickets to last year's football by Lawrence Kalfayan #41909.8.1.1

I always tell them the 1st most expensive thing in life is a Woman, 2nd is sitting in a Bar soaking by David Hosea #41909.8.1.1.1

Usual comments about gas milage or how big the car/hood is. (EOM) by Douglas Ford #41909.9

Yea! I always got the BOAT comments when I drove the Mark Vs. by Phil Realmuto #41909.9.1

I've got two '65s, one '66, and one '72. I don't let any comments bother me. I just by Pete Rovero #41909.10

Pete your Lincoln looks lovely and REALLY makes the Smart for two look DUMB!!!! LMAO by Phil Realmuto #41909.10.1

But they're fun to drive! I've rented them about 2 or 3 times and they're a blast! (EOM) by Marlowe Johnson #41909.10.1.1

?? My bicycle is fun too but wouldnt be my choice or transportation! lol by Phil Realmuto #41909.10.1.1.1

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