I don't think anybody needs to pretend about anything, as the window sticker says, 1% American.
Obviously that is the Chrysler badge. I have still not found any parts on this car that are NOT German.
That being said, I just feel like I'm driving a very nice crossbred car.
I realize it most likely will never be a collectable like my old ex-Vette.
I didn't buy it for that reason, I didn't buy it because I thought it was a Mercedes, I bought it because I always loved the look of this car, and I finally was able to purchase one for a good price.
I say drive=love.

Cheers
Paul