depends man...like the c200k with the amg options that I was looking at was very luxurious.
I mean, it comes down to the person really....I mean, if the toorak/malvern people look down on me for having a c200k, i wouldnt care - im gonna be 27 and if i can afford that, and thats what i like, then i will buy it. Nothing to be ashamed off when you have achieved your goals/dreams.
When I went looking for a daily, i was keen on going the slk roadster, but the c200k caught my eye cos it was more practical. Fuel efficient, 135 kw of power, leather, etc. and it looks sporty too. If you like the car, you go and buy it and not care what people think. I know many sri lankans and indians who go for the base c180 or 318 - if they like it, then they will enjoy it. But you have to buy it for the right reasons and not because it will make you look good among your peers.