Lino, from what I can gather, you are looking for a prestige car that is very reliable, easy to maintain, costs around $12,000 to $14,000 and is pleasing to the eye.

Personaly I would lean towards the Lexus. I actually pulled up at the lights this evening and what should pull up beside me? A black Lexus Ls 400, man it looked awesome.

When I laid my eyes on it, I immediately thought about you. The more I think about it, the more I'm thinking the Lexus is the car you're looking for.

As much as I believe the E300 would be the most reliable and cost effective, I don't think you would be happy with It's over all package. So the next most reliable car, but with more luxury and prestige would be a lexus.

The Japanese sure know how to build cars, and the Lexus is certainly the cream of the crop.

As with any car you plan on buying, make sure to have it checked over by a reputable pre-purchase inspector.

ozzy