Thanks everyone - really appreciate your comments. Looks like I should hang around and continue to look for a Euro.

Couple of quick ones - any response will be much appreciated!

- What do you reckon should be the price diff between the base and luxury of the same year - I understand that for a new car its about 6K and for a used car its about (3K from red book) - also is the difference worth it - most of the money looks to be on heated leather seats, curtain airbags, sun roof and electric seat levers.

- Is there much of a mechanic difference between the pre-2006 and post facelift version. I am not fussy about the looks - is it true that the gear box and clutch etc were more reformed in 2006 launch? Confused whether I should settle for 2003-2005 or limit myself to 2006?

Thanks so much!!!