It's not about what I would take. It's what I'm thinking on behalf of JLBM - sorta like putting myself in his shoes. Primarily, the interior of the F3x doesn't resonate with him, it's going to bug him and he'll be unsatisfied with his purchase, I feel. I personally would not buy a 4er Cabrio because I don't like the roof and weight gain. That being said, from a personal standpoint, I would not buy a C-Class family model over any other F3x model. Yes - that includes that turd of a 420d GC.
This thread has local relevance. The 550i isn't available in SA. Jy moet konsentreer boet.
You got me right Martin. But I'd be willing to overlook the interior after speccing the new full display and leather dashboard with decent trim strips (not the vomit blue trim!)