This is depressing man... Sorry to hear you got stung for 9200 - that's ridiculous, and confirms my worries to be honest.
Do you know of anything on Irish plates someone might be tempted to sell? Haven't driven a CLS 63 for example but they must be very similar and I've always liked them. I could also actually live with the 7 speed whereas the 5 speed on earlier cars is a deal breaker for me.
The nice M5 in Cork is sold, but that was on English plates as well and I really didn't want any hassle.