as someone that does relatively few miles it is becoming less likeley that i will continue beyond the current car as a decent 2nd hand runabout would suffice.
so far the advantages of worry free motoring with everything except fuel included has trumped any cost implications.
but the need for a higher driving position etc to accomodate my back issues means a higher spec and therefore cost car is necessary along with the personal preference for leather upholstery means again either higher spec or added extras.
in some ways i suppose that is mitigated by the fact i get wpms rather than pip etc. so that covers the auto cost. as my back has restricted the miles done over the last couple of years and little liklihood of any improvement any time soon in 3 years time i will have to seriously consider going off scheme.