There are enough Mercedes logos under the bonnet. However, it’s to Mercedes as Skoda is to Audi. The logos are there, but hidden. People see the Chrysler badge and think "pffttt" or, if you know the same idiot I know, "it’s a Ford".

I’ve not had the reaction the OP has posted with my car. They aren’t common here, and I think it’s seen as a bit of a novelty on the road. I certainly agree that the SLK is a far worse looking car.