I owned my first Benz for 23 years, and though it wasn't perfect at the beginning and had problems from time to time, it was unbelievably reliable and economical compared to any alternative. My Xfire is a Benz, if you really know the car. It has some of the same quirks and assets I've known for years. As a knock-off Benz, I don't see any long term resale value. Just enjoy it for what it is, a great sportscar. One bad apple doesn't spoil the whole bunch.