RobW - looks like you and I are dealing with something so unique that its hard to nail down. But I do have two new updates:

First - I did get a call back from the MB dealer today (how I got this lucky to have one side with me when he did not need to do it is a blessing unto itself) and interestingly enough, the SLK's have had electrical issues that resemble what we describe - sporadic, loss of power, hesitation. Kent said the techs were able to "retrain" the computer with new software uploads - this retraining means they tell the car to override the error when it happens so the car acts normal. He also told me that DC has the same equipment they use to diagnose the problem but its a matter of really knowing these engines and their nuances. His certified SLK tech said that it takes years of training to know these cars (SLKs) because they are very complex and a breed unto themselves - which we all already know. So in essence, if we don't have someone that really knows our cars, they won't know what to look for. And these two have been merged for how long?

Second, I got a call from the Corporate offices of Chrysler (I know, shock!) and I was told that I will get a call back on Monday - message left a name and number! I mass blasted emails to all the email addresses I could find online and in their documents and apparently someone finally heard me and what I was saying. Guess that means I will have yet another update?

But in my email, I did mention that I am talking to a few other owners (ok stretched that by a few) that were in other parts of the country and that they were experiencing the same problem and that my attorney was very ready to file a Class Action Lawsuit should Chrysler not respond.

I am not backing down and will get some results, one way or another. And RobW, you and I are going to get some answers and some resolution. As my mom always says, never back a Niesen against a wall (my last name). And she is right... all prettiness goes away...