Just installed my state registration renewal sticker. That puts me at the one year mark. She's running and driving so much better than day one. I'm starting to feel a little beaten down. But I do feel I'm getting close to resolving mechanical issues so I can pretty her up.

I've been spending about $200/mo on tools/parts. Not to mention cheap insurance. Still coming out on top over the $550/mo car payment I used to have. Plus I traded in my rc car racing hobby to take this on. So let's add another $200/mo saved there. I find car work more technically rewarding than rc racing but less social. May look into a local club for Mercedes gossip and pitchers.