So the Toyota is approaching 300,000km and a replacement finally seems to be on the way!

requirements are:
at the very oldest 2002
around $10-12000NZ (5100-6100 US or 4000-4700 euro)
Under 3.0l (under 2.5l would be best)
reliable
sedan/wagon

Quite a few options open really, Toyota Camry, Ford Mondeo, Mazda 6, Nissan Primera, Holden Vectra can be found for around 10-12000 for a 2005-2006 example. mums also keen on the Saabs and Volvo's which can be had for that price if you go to 2003 or so.

so any input would be appreciated thanks!