It's because we're family that I can be honest and direct. When the R170 first came out I thought it was a very pretty car, but it hasn't aged all that gracefully and just looks downright dated (to my eyes, anyway). The newer iterations of the SLK are much better looking cars than the R170 (again, to my eyes) and overall I love the looks of the new M-B models. They run rampant here in SoCal and I lust after the latest C-Class every time I see one, regardless of viewing angle. And the E-Class Coupe is beautiful.

But comparing a Mercedes R170 SLK to a Crossfire - it's sort of like a hot librarian with her hair pulled up and wearing a demure sweater and long skirt who has suddenly let her hair down, threw on a tight mini skirt and low cut top and is stepping out for a night of fun. She was always pretty, but now she's smokin' hot!