Actually, I'd rather NOT tell anyone of the Mercedes Parts in my Chrysler Crossfire...I don't want anyone to think I belong in the stereotypical group most associate with those who own Mercedes...NOT that all Mercedes owners fit into that group, but I didn't see any Mercedes ANYTHING at the last autocross I was in, nor at the drags, and a Mercedes car show probably ranks right up there with watching paint drying as far as excitement goes, so - I guess the Chrysler influence on the Crossfire is the only mainstream way to get the 3 pointed star into any of the grass root Americana that makes up the autosport season that many American auto enthusiasts enjoy every year. After I beat a Mustang, Camaro or Subaru WRX at the track, I am proud to tell them they were beat by a Chrysler! And without Chrysler, there would have never been a CROSSFIRE...