It seems likely that what these older buyers will want, and can afford, is pampering.

Luxury cars are sold new, in general, to older buyers.

"One might think that the older buyers would be thinking of consolidating and making life simpler, but no, they aren't," he said.

Gatehouses, which provide the security many older buyers want, are making a comeback.

Ms. Ariffin said she had not run into this situation with older buyers.

The appeal for older buyers seems to be primarily the location.

The problem is that it is difficult to get the older buyers to move.

He said the age of the average owner could creep up as more older buyers discovered the cars.

"You very rarely hear about anyone going after the old buyer - maybe it's cultural."

The market is beginning to show signs that it can also attract an older, more wealthy buyer.