Detroit sampler.(Detroit automobile show, product information and statistics)

Lest you miss them, here are a few more product highlights from the Detroit show:

* Nissan calls its first solely designed 2004 Quest ``the Z of minivans.'' Coming this summer and starting at about $25,000, it rides on Altima underpinnings including the 240-horse V6 and 17-inch standard wheels.

The sixth-generation 2004 Maxima sedan now shares the same platform and bold styling cues as Altima. Base price of the 260-plus-hp 3.5-liter V6 will be around $28,000.

* Mercedes-Benz has sold wagons relatively well in an SUV-prone market and the 2004 E-Class wagon looks to continue the trend after a short hiatus. For starters, it is drawn with decidedly sporty lines reminiscent of the C320. The wagon's interior is smartly laid out, including a new ``Easy Pack'' system that moves all items stowed rearward to the front. Mercedes brings 4Matic all-wheel propulsion back on this car, which hits showrooms in the fall with a 3.2-liter V6 under the hood.

We remember the SL500 and SL55 being launched with Lionel Richie's vocal help at Frankfurt in 2001. This 2005 SL600 roadster, with its monster biturbo V12 power, sings for itself. Estimated cost is $135,000, and for the cash you get a roadster with folding hardtop and 500 hp-an adrenaline rush of a combination that's certain to tide over those who can't wait for 16-cylinder power from Cadillac and Bugatti.

* If GM unveiling a 2004 Malibu midsize sedan, 2004 Colorado-a pickup replacing the venerable S10-and 2005 Equinox-a Tracker ...