Phenom
You'll have to wait a while, but in the VLJ and slightly larger class the new aircraft by Embraer is neck and shoulders ahead in almost all areas.
You have a CJ1 sized cabin and even more baggage space, single pilot operation. Range about 1,200nm and 41kt foot ceiling with Mach 0.78 cruise.
Price is below$3million new, but first deliveries are only looking to be in 2009.
Operating costs seem really low as well, and if it is anything like the ERJ's then reliability is a given........
The point that this is a little above the budget may be offset that the depreciation on this 'real' jet is likely to be quite low, as availability after issue due to quite long orderbook is going to keep prices high. Equally to offset the higher cost it could be effectively chartered when you are not using it....this income could offset the higher costs.
If you can't wait until 2009, then a used CJ1 may be a good option, or even a share with European Business Jets near Cambrdige (see the thread near this one, today).
Eclipse is a great option if you are a dwarf (OOps person of vertically challenged disposition :-)) !!!!!!
Adams...... Hmm...... The Sinclair car of the Sky....looked down upon by even 'Smart' drivers. Don't do it.....
Your original enquiry suggested that such million $ deals were out of budget.....
For 6 pax, gotta go with a KingAir if you want to transfer the hours and experience. the cabin is great in a C90, with 6 pax and baggage it's the one to go for.