Julia - can relate to what you are thinking as I am currentlly pondering a similar decision. I have a good Subaru Liberty but at my stage of life I am prepared to indulge myself by purchasing a prestige vehicle. In years past decisions like this would be made on a largely economic basis but this is something I want to do and probably will regret it if I don't. But I am not making this post to tell you what I am guessing you already know. I have found the Reviews in the Carsales.com and Drive.com websites very useful - in fact this one seems very relevant:
http://www.carsales.com.au/reviews/...bmw-320i-executive-v-mercedesbenz-c200k-11101
Another one that has attracted my attention recently is the VW Passat CC - also reviewed on these websites
Have come to the conclusion also that a near new or demo car is often better value than brand new.
As regards servicing, these are fairly infrequent and perhaps driving to Brisbane in a luxury vehicle for a day a couple of time a year might add to the pleasure.
http://www.carsales.com.au/reviews/...bmw-320i-executive-v-mercedesbenz-c200k-11101
Another one that has attracted my attention recently is the VW Passat CC - also reviewed on these websites
Have come to the conclusion also that a near new or demo car is often better value than brand new.
As regards servicing, these are fairly infrequent and perhaps driving to Brisbane in a luxury vehicle for a day a couple of time a year might add to the pleasure.