41.   Authorities said Dent had an extravagant life style and a penchant for luxury cars.

42.   Auto imports from Germany, home of Mercedes and BMW, which could substitute for Japanese luxury cars here, also rose last month.

43.   Because of the strong yen, prices on their luxury cars have already soared, forcing the Japanese companies to return customers to the reinvigorated European auto makers.

44.   Besides Toyota, other automakers and American dealers of Japanese luxury cars were believed to be exploring court action to stave off the tariffs.

45.   Before he trotted back to the luxury car with dealer plates, Piazza made one final attempt to define his side of the negotiations.

46.   Both appeal to drivers who want the comforts of a luxury car along with the best attributes of sport utilities.

47.   BMW, whose British ventures include the rights to manufacture Rolls-Royce luxury cars, will continue to supply engines for Rover.

48.   A day before, Audi, which also makes luxury cars, announced a proposal for a joint venture to build automobiles for the growing Chinese market.

49.   A Lincoln luxury car drops from a great height, then balances improbably atop a large metal point.

50.   A Toyota Corolla is considered the luxury car of the moment, though few here can afford a new Japanese import.