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What is this discussion about? Mercedes-Benz M-Class, Acura MDX, Lexus RX 330, BMW X5, Cadillac SRX, Toyota Highlander, Volvo XC90, SUV

#217 of 1084 shop around.... haste makes waste by cisco4440

Feb 15, 2002 (1:31 pm)

Why would you ever buy at MSRP or pay a markup for a car? Remember 2 years ago, no one can touch the RX300 less than MSRP. Now there are deals everywhere for it. I was quoted 35,600 for a fully loaded 2002 black/black RX300.

Will having this Acura make you feel superior, knowing you're first to have it. How would it feel driving up next to a BMW X5, realizing those drivers know you had to pay full sticker and more.

Unless you're Bill Gates, shop around. The money you save can buy you those after market accessories. I'm not knocking any Make, but just be smart in your buying decisions.

#218 of 1084 Lexus RX300 engine problem by beverlyp

Feb 16, 2002 (8:07 am)

important information about an engine problem that one should aware of if they are shopping or own a Lexus RX300.

http://autonet.ca/AutonetStories/stories.cfm?storyID=4487

#219 of 1084 How Lexus treats their customers by beverlyp

Feb 16, 2002 (8:09 am)

Here is a link to how Lexus treats their customers with thios engine problem:

http://www.womanmotorist.com/ftrs/carlaw-v10-01.shtml

#220 of 1084 Fame of reliability is double edge sword for TOYOTA! by hpia4v2

Feb 17, 2002 (12:55 am)

Well, ironic that the arguably "the most reliable carmakers in the universe" got killed by their own doing. People may think these RX300 V6 engine, since it made by Toyota will run forever even with less than optimum maintenance. Well as you guys been hearing here in Edmunds (other threats ofcourse) on engine sludge that plague RX300/Camry/Siena, those engines just won't run pass 60000!. Now, 3.3million engines recall? that will cost Toyota some pocket changes for sure.
You know the phrase, pay now or pay later. Do your oil change regularly regradless if it's a jguar or Toyota folks.

#221 of 1084 by fedlawman

Feb 17, 2002 (6:50 pm)

Who said anything about a recall?

#223 of 1084 latest price for an X5 3.0 by sjbette

Feb 27, 2002 (6:11 pm)

Does anyone have any info about the latest X5 3.0 prices in Northern California? How was your shopping expereience? I would appreciate any useful info.

#224 of 1084 Consider X5 and 2002 ML320 by helloha

Apr 30, 2002 (1:43 pm)

Does any one considering 2002 X5 and ML320.
The review said MB fixed the poor built quality issue with new 2002 model, and the dealer in NJ is asking 1200 over the Invoice (which is almost 3k less than the MSRP).
BMW dealer told me that there is 5-6 weeks waiting period for X5, and they are not selling it a dime below the MSRP, which makes X5 5k more than the ML320 model with similar configuration.
But the Quality Issue of old ML320 really bugs me.
Can anyone advise on this one?

#225 of 1084 ..& my choice is... by tso2001

Apr 30, 2002 (3:38 pm)

I've been scoping this & other sites for quite awhile now trying to decide which SUV to get among these 4 guys (MDX,ML,X5 & RX). After driving these, some for long weekend trips, thanks to my mom's 2002 RX, & sister's 2002 ML, I found that RX is too isolated, has turning radius of a UHaul moving truck, not thrilled w/ its center consol. ML is solid but don't like the minivan look. X5 drives the best, like a sports car w/ all that sequential shifting & stuff, unfortunately has the interior size of a car & cargo space less than that of a car. Was very impressed with MDX's overall capabilities & characteristics, so I ordered one. Thanks for your inputs.

#226 of 1084 Congratulations tso2001 by gotothelight

Apr 30, 2002 (5:18 pm)

You have chosen well tso2001. As an MDX owner let me assure you that you will not be sorry. A site you might like to check out is the acuramdx.org I found tons of useful information relating to the MDX. After delivery, post your numbers (price paid) and options chosen on the Edmunds MDX site so others can benefit from your experience. How long is your wait for delivery?

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