I have read your column for some years to gain some insight into the motor world. I just thought that I might amuse you, and possibly your readers with my new car purchase. I am approaching the magic 60 and thought that I deserved a luxurious car before I was too old to appreciate it. Also bearing in mind the shot state of the economy I felt the least I could do was to contribute some more. So I am trying to sell my BMW 320 coupe, 2002, and have bought a 2002 Mercedes CL600, 44,000 miles for £13,500. Changing a car that does some 32 miles per gallon to one that might, on a short journey do 10 MPG should sort out the country’s deficit in no time. However, it is by far the most luxurious and exciting car I have ever driven. I recommend anyone to experience true luxury before it’s too late. It has more gismos than the Tardis, and can nearly reach the same speed.