[shorod]

I've been using an OTC Genisys for the past several years. I'm pleased with the features, capabilities, and ability to access the powertrain, body, ABS, SRS, transmission, and other computers across the different makes of cars. You can get software for the European cars which will give you more than the standard information on the Mercedes. I also have the 4-channel oscilloscope with InfoTech software that walks through testing out various sensors and systems by application.

I don't like the cost of the updates, the way OTC/SPX phases out some of the features after only a few years. The PC applications don't seem to work very well either, they definitely focus their skills on the physical diagnostic tool rather than the PC interfaces. You can pick up new and gently used versions on auction sites for the price range you mentioned.

-Rod