After running two 3.0Tdi Phaetons, the lease deals that attracted me are no longer available. I have loved running the Phaetons but the time has come to change. I have considered leasing a Volkswagen Passat CC but found the ride to be very poor, despite the rest of the car being very appealing. I like to be a little different and drive cars other than the norm, and am also considering purchasing secondhand instead of leasing. What are your thoughts on a two or three-year-old Honda Legend or a four or five-year-old Mercedes-Benz 500CL? I guess that potential future big bills could put me off the Merc.