I DID buy my wife a diamond wedding ring, but I hope she does not read this blog post….or she will want one (:.

His car costs about $4.1 million US dollars to build and he will charge you $1,000 just to touch it!

OK, get back in your 1989 Honda hatch back and head to work!

Blessings,

Austin Davis

I have a 1984 Mercedes 190 E that has been sitting outside on the driveway for more that 3 years. I had changed the oil and filter just before. what should i do to get this car running. It is a stick shift. 4 forward and 1 reverse. thank you kindly.

Love and Peace June

Hey there June,

3 years is a long time to sit up….and I have a feeling it will not just start right up. usually when cars like this come to my shop we have to do the following

1. install a new battery
2. remove the gas tank, flush out the old fuel and install new fuel
3. remove the spark plugs and add a small amount of oil into the cylinders so no damage occurs when we try to start the engine. crank the engine over once or twice then install new spark plugs
4. crank the engine over and pray that it starts
5. check all under hood fluids and remove the wheels to inspect the brakes
6. test drive the vehicle

It is not uncommon to spend 1 full day of work to get to step 6, which can mean $800-1000

Blessings,

Austin Davis

Summary
2007 Mercedes-Benz SLR is a luxury sports car that can seat two passengers. It has two doors.

Price
MSRP: US$450,000
Invoice: US$418,500

What is New for 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLR?
Changes to 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLR include use of extensive carbon fiber technology leading to lower weight, increased safety features, and higher performance standards.

Introduction
2007 Mercedes-Benz SLR offers super performance levels due to extensive use of technology-aided features.

Body Styles, Trim Levels, and Options
2007 Mercedes-Benz SLR is available in single trim of McLaren. Options include automatic climate control and navigation system.

Powertrains and Performance
2007 Mercedes-Benz SLR offers standard 617hp 5.5-liter V8 engine with five-speed automatic transmission and overdrive. It delivers 13-mpg in city and 17-mpg on highway.

Interior Design and Special Features
Interiors of 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLR consist of leather upholstery on padded carbon-frame seats. Instruments are of chronometer-style for exclusive style and precision. Retractable soft-top offers circulation of pure air from open top. This however does not affect your comfort or convenience while driving.

Safety Features
Standard safety features of 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLR include door-mounted side-impact airbags, innovative knee airbags, steel-reinforced A-pillars, and twin roll bars.

Driving Impressions
Increased torque through a more powerful engine, swift acceleration, ceramic brake discs, and automatic transmissions offer stable and comfortable ride on 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLR.

Pros
Many technological features, spacious interiors, and increased safety features

Cons
High costs

Summary
2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK-Class is a convertible sports car that can seat two passengers. It has two doors.

Price
MSRP: US$43,350-US$62,500
Invoice: US$40,316-US$58,125

What is New in 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK-Class?
There are no major changes to 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK-Class.

Introduction
2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK-Class offers exclusive style, performance, capability, and versatility.

Body Styles, Trim Levels, and Options
2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK-Class is available in three trims ranging from SLK280 Roadster to SLK55 AMG Roadster. Options include power tilt or telescoping steering wheel, sport-tuned suspension, dual-zone automatic climate control, leather upholstery, nine-speaker CD audio system, and heated seats with driver-side memory.

Powertrains and Performance
2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK-Class offers standard 355hp 5.5-liter V8 engine with seven-speed automatic transmission and overdrive or 228hp 3.0-liter V6 engine with six-speed manual transmission and overdrive. Seven-speed automatic transmission and overdrive is optional. It delivers 16 to 20-mpg in city and 22 to 27-mpg on highway.

Interior Design and Special Features
Interiors are luxurious with easily operational controls, soft and supportive seats, many small compartments, and efficient Air scarf system for warm air circulation around neck and shoulders.

Safety Features
Standard safety measures include stability control, antilock disc brakes with brake assist, seat-mounted side airbags, knee airbags, TeleAid emergency call system, and traction control.

Driving Impressions
2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK-Class offers solid and stable ride through accurate steering, swift acceleration, efficient braking, and handling dynamics.

Pros
Excellent handling dynamics, powerful engines, and great style

Cons
Exorbitant cost, steering requires improvements

Summary
2007 Mercedes-Benz SL-Class is a convertible sports car or luxury convertible that can seat two passengers. It has two doors.

Price
MSRP: US$94,800-US$186,000
Invoice: US$88,164-US$172,980

What is New in 2007 Mercedes-Benz SL-Class?
Changes include revised grille, quick steering, more powerful engines, and special models.

Introduction
2007 Mercedes-Benz SL-Class is an excellent combination of luxury, performance, elegance, utility, power, and comfort.

Body Styles, Trim Levels, and Options
2007 Mercedes-Benz SL-Class is available in four trims ranging from SL550 Roadster to SL65 AMG Roadster. Options include adaptive cruise control, heated and massaging seats, sport-tuned suspensions, upgraded brakes, and high-performance tires.

Powertrains and Performance
2007 Mercedes-Benz SL-Class offers standard 604hp 6.0-liter V12 turbo engine with five-speed automatic transmission and overdrive or 382hp 5.5-liter V8 engine with seven-speed automatic transmission and overdrive. It delivers 13 to 14-mpg in city and 19 to 22-mpg on highway.

Interior Design and Special Features
Interiors offer luxurious leather upholstery with chestnut, walnut, and black ash wood trims. Navigation and audio controls are confusing to operate while automatic climate control has simple operation.

Safety Features
Standard safety features include active body roll control, stability control, side curtain airbags, driver’s knee airbag, and pop-up roll bar.

Driving Impressions
Handling and grips are exceptional. Overall, it offers appreciable ride, although electronic brakes are not very efficient.

Pros
Exclusive style, powerful engines, and impressive handling dynamics

Cons
Confusing navigation and audio controls, huge and heavy body

Summary
2007 Mercedes-Benz S-Class is a luxury sports sedan or luxury sedan that can seat five passengers. It has four doors.

Price
MSRP: US$85,750-US$181,500
Invoice: US$79,748-US$168,795

What is New in 2007 Mercedes-Benz S-Class?
Changes include pronounced and impressive grille, lightweight, sleeker body, increased space, and extensive luxury and safety features.

Introduction
2007 Mercedes-Benz S-Class offers an exclusive combination of extensive technological features, immense luxury, and distinctive styling.

Body Styles, Trim Levels, and Options
2007 Mercedes-Benz S-Class is available in four trims ranging from S550 to S65 AMG. Options include radar-based park assist, InfraRed night view assist, Harman/Kardon surround-sound audio system, and automatic climate control.

Powertrains and Performance
2007 Mercedes-Benz S-Class offers standard 604hp 6.0-liter V12 engine with five-speed automatic transmission and overdrive or 382hp 5.5-liter V8 engine with seven-speed automatic transmission and overdrive. It delivers 13 to 16-mpg in city and 20 to 24-mpg on highway.

Interior Design and Special Features
Interiors are spacious with wood and chrome trims on leather upholstery, ambient lighting under dashboard, and simple to use consoles and controls.

Safety Features
Safety features include standard stability control, anti-lock brake system, Distronic Plus that allows safe driving feature by itself with self-starting, accelerating, braking, and stopping as necessary.

Driving Impressions
Smooth transmission, increased acceleration, and automatic gearshifts offer comfortable, stable, and easy ride with better fuel economy. Steering is little heavy.

Pros
Spacious, luxurious, and high-speed

Cons
Too many technological features

Summary
2007 Mercedes-Benz R-Class is a luxury sport-utility that can seat six passengers. It has four doors.

Price
MSRP: US$43,000-US$87,400
Invoice: US$39,990-US$81,282

What is New in 2007 Mercedes-Benz R-Class?
Additions include two new trim levels with increased power, performance, and fuel economy.

Introduction
Although 2007 Mercedes-Benz R-Class is very expensive, it offers excellent elegance, spaciousness, and proves to be a suitable alternative for minivan.

Body Styles, Trim Levels, and Options
2007 Mercedes-Benz R-Class is available in four trims ranging from R350 to R63 AMG. Options include navigation system with rearview camera, Harman Kardon surround-sound audio system, adaptive cruise control, TeleAid emergency call system, remote entry or start, park assist sensors, adaptive xenon HID headlights, and tri-zone climate control.

Powertrains and Performance
2007 Mercedes-Benz R-Class offers a standard 503hp 6.2-liter V8 engine or 268hp 3.5-liter V6 engine with seven-speed automatic transmission and overdrive. It delivers 12 to 16-mpg in city and 16 to 21-mpg on highway.

Interior Design and Special Features
Interiors are luxurious and spacious with numerous well-placed controls. Third-row seats are comfortable. Foldable third and second row seats offer increased cargo space.

Safety Features
Standard safety features include electronic traction control, full-time all-wheel-drive system, all-independent suspension, powerful anti-lock brakes, and optional TeleAid emergency call system.

Driving Impressions
Adequate suspension, controlled body roll, and swift transmission offer smooth and stable ride.

Pros
Numerous engine choices, spacious

Cons
Low torque, long rear doors

Summary
2007 Mercedes-Benz M-Class is a luxury sports utility that can seat five passengers. It has four doors.

Price
MSRP: US$42,680-US$85,500
Invoice: US$39,692-US$79,515

What is New in 2007 Mercedes-Benz M-Class?
Changes include two new trim levels with enhanced power and performance coupled with better fuel economy.

Introduction
2007 Mercedes-Benz M-Class offers a subtle combination of Mercedes performance, quality, versatility, and safety while being an SUV.

Body Styles, Trim Levels, and Options
2007 Mercedes-Benz M-Class is available in four trims ranging from ML350 to ML63 AMG. Options include sport-tuned air suspension, adaptive cruise control, park assist, adaptive xenon HID headlights, leather upholstery, navigation system, satellite radio, and rear-seat entertainment system.

Powertrains and Performance
2007 Mercedes-Benz M-Class offers a standard 503hp 6.2-liter V8 engine or 268hp 3.5-liter V6 engine with seven-speed automatic transmission and overdrive. It delivers 12 to 17-mpg in city and 16 to 21-mpg on highway.

Interior Design and Special Features
Interiors are spacious and luxurious with aluminum and maple wood trims on instrument panels. There is sufficient legroom, headroom, and cargo space.

Safety Features
Standard safety measures include antilock disc brakes with brake assist, stability control, traction control, hill descent control and assist, full-length head-protecting side-curtain airbags, and front side-impact bags.

Driving Impressions
Precise steering and perfect brakes offer stable ride. Torque is less in few models.

Pros
Powerful engines, stable ride in bad weather

Cons
High cost, low torque, no third-row

Summary
2007 Mercedes-Benz GL-Class is a luxury sport-utility that can seat seven passengers. It has four doors.

Price
MSRP: US$52,400-US$54,900
Invoice: US$48,732-US$51,057

What is New in 2007 Mercedes-Benz GL-Class?
Additions include luxurious and spacious interiors, more powerful engines, and better fuel efficiency.

Introduction
2007 Mercedes-Benz GL-Class proves to be a compact SUV offering all comfort and pleasure at comparatively lesser costs.

Body Styles, Trim Levels, and Options
2007 Mercedes-Benz GL-Class is available in two trims of GL320 CDI and GL450. Options include adaptive cruise control, rear-seat entertainment system, sunroof, leather upholstery, satellite radio, navigation system, park assist, and heated front seats.

Powertrains and Performance
2007 Mercedes-Benz GL-Class offers a standard 335hp 4.6-liter V8 engine or 215hp 3.0-liter V6 engine with seven-speed automatic transmission and overdrive. It delivers 15 to 20-mpg in city and 19 to 25-mpg on highway.

Interior Design and Special Features
Interiors are comfortable with lot of headroom, legroom, and cargo space. Flush-folding rear headrests offer clearer rearward vision for driver.

Safety Features
Standard safety measures include antilock brakes with brake assist, stability control, first and second-row side airbags, whiplash-reducing front headrests, and full-length side curtain airbags with integrated rollover sensor.

Driving Impressions
Swift acceleration and automatic transmission offer comfortable and quiet ride with minimal road and outside noise. Handling and steering dynamics require little improvements.

Pros
Powerful engines, strong acceleration, luxurious interiors

Cons
Ride is sometimes not very stable

Summary
2007 Mercedes-Benz G-Class is a luxury sports utility that can seat five passengers. It has four doors.

Price
MSRP: US$83,700-US$107,500
Invoice: US$77,841-US$99,975

What is New in 2007 Mercedes-Benz G-Class?
2007 Mercedes-Benz G-Class has a complete makeover with better luxury and safety features, style, and comfort.

Introduction
Although 2007 Mercedes-Benz G-Class has its origins as a military vehicle, it offers exclusive class, comfort, and luxury. Presently, it ranks among exclusive sports utility vehicles.

Body Styles, Trim Levels, and Options
2007 Mercedes-Benz G-Class is available in two trims of G500 and G55 AMG. Options include power sunroof, front and rear heated seats, automatic climate control, navigation system with console display, 9-speaker audio system, and phone.

Powertrains and Performance
2007 Mercedes-Benz G-Class offers standard 493hp 5.5-liter V8 engine with five-speed automatic transmission and overdrive or 292hp 5.0-liter V8 engine with seven-speed automatic transmission and overdrive. It delivers 12 to 13-mpg in city and 14-mpg on highway.

Interior Design and Special Features
Interiors are spacious and comfortable with walnut trims, leather steering wheel, split-folding rear seat, and extensive cargo space.

Safety Features
Standard safety features include anti-lock brakes with brake-assist, stability control, and traction control. Side airbags are not available.

Driving Impressions
Progressive brakes, swift transmissions, and good acceleration offer easy ride. Fuel economy is very low.

Pros
Exclusive interiors and exteriors, superb ride

Cons
High step-in and very huge size