The car, like this forum, is not for everyone. There are some well documented issues at all trim levels. All are easily fixed. The trim is spartan Mercedes. The mechanicals are solid and will last hundreds of thousands of miles.

If you want a longer wheelbase get a Jag ... and an "easy mark".

Had for the briefest of moments considered an XK8 1997-2000 vintage or a 2000 XKR but balked at the $6k tranny fix

I will deal with the seats and choppy ride for the ability to know my SRT-6 coupe and I can deal with any situation on the road within my driving ability.