You have to spend a little time in a benz to really appreciate one. The knowledge of knowing how safe and the phenominal driving experience make this truely the best car available.
Yes, they build some very expensive models, but not all models are expensive. To appreciate the value, check insurance rates. Because of the safety, they are not expensive to insure.
We drove the "other german marque" for years, and after 3 Mercedes, we will never go back. The only single problem is driving in our country with the interstate speed limits, these cars rule the German Autobahn!