I still remember the first of the Sprinters, horrible rusty things that kept breaking down - and then being told my Ivecos were poo!!! Even today I wouldn't thank you for a new Sprinter.

Mercedes overall are nothing that special nowadays - ask my mate with the 11 month old E270 what he thinks of them after spending nearly £40k on a brand new car. Last time I saw him it was just back from it's 13th visit to the dealership.

One of the faults is diesel VISIBLY spraying out of the filler neck as he drives along. Mercedes have offered to fit a new tank, but if that doesn't solve the problem, they want him to pay for the job. What a warranty!!!!