High End Luxury Cars

24697 messages, Last post on Nov 28, 2009 at 3:09 PM

You are in the Sedans Forum. Your Hosts are pat & karens

What is this discussion about? Audi A8, BMW 7 Series, Jaguar XJ-Series, Lexus LS 460, Mercedes-Benz S-Class, Volkswagen Phaeton, Maserati Quattroporte, Mercedes-Benz CL-Class, Sedan

Let's try to define this forum as being limited to luxury performance vehicles where the mainstream version in a typical configuration has an MSRP of at least $60k.

A luxury vehicle with a base price of $59k qualifies because it would typically be bought with some additional equipment, bringing the MSRP over $60k.

Vehicles like the E, 5, A6, M, or GS, even if available in certain versions over $60k, don't qualify because they are cars from companies that have higher end cars in their lineups.

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#17982 of 24697 Quattroporte by designman Aug 11, 2006 (4:39 pm)
Blkhemi... if you haven't done so yet, read the entire Quattroporte thread on Edmunds. It's must-reading for anyone with interest: Maserati Quattroporte 2005+
#17983 of 24697 Re: Thanks Pat [blkhemi] by tagman Aug 11, 2006 (5:12 pm)
Replying to: blkhemi (Aug 11, 2006 2:33 pm) Regarding the Q: You might already know that I do not have the same negative view of the interior that some others do on this forum. The other day I posted the interior pic for all to see, and although I understand the criticisms, I really see and appreciate the beauty in it. The exterior is wonderful. I remember months ago I had asked the question of this forum to find the one single HELM that blended luxury and performance and the Q was one of the answers. The tranny is reputed to shift a bit too harsh, but I understand that is about to be changed for the better. I filled up at the gas station the other day right next to a gentlemen and his Q. I had to ask his take on the car. He LOVED his Q . . . its style and performance. My take on the Q? I have intended to drive it for myself, as there is a dealer not too far, but I've put it off for one reason or another, most particularly of course because I'm not about to buy one right now, but a drive will be in the future. At this point, without the test drive I give the car high marks, but a test drive is worth a lot. I would predict that after such a drive I would like it even more. TagMan Replies to this message: blkhemi (Aug 11, 2006 6:35 pm) lexusguy (Aug 11, 2006 9:58 pm) blkhemi (Aug 12, 2006 4:31 am) designman (Aug 12, 2006 5:43 am) and 5 more... merc1 (Aug 13, 2006 9:08 pm) and 4 more...
#17985 of 24697 Re: Thanks Pat [tagman] by blkhemi Aug 11, 2006 (6:35 pm)
Replying to: tagman (Aug 11, 2006 5:12 pm) Tag, most of your opinions about the car are pretty much what I came away with today. The transmission will lose it's Cambiocorsa moniker in favor of a , ironically, Audi-sourced 6-Speed autobox. The interior has a unique flair to it. The choice of woods,plastics, and leathers are very appropiate for the 100k+ sticker, but closer scrutiny reveals the interior is not as well assembled as MB or Audi's. No huge biggie, what cars are? The suspension was on the stiff side. But I like my suspensions like I like my drinks, STIFF, STIRRED and not SHAKEN. The car has that glued to the road feel of the 7, but admittedly, a 760i Sport will dance circles around it. I did enjoy the stiff structure and rattle free interior. Absolutely no body roll. And I thought the Audi 4-Ring was huge on the front, that Maser Trident measures 11 inches, HUGE. All in all, I really dig the car. It is truely what the blend of performance and luxury is really all about. The car has the perfect balance of a true sport sedan. But that is the problem: too sporty. My W12 and the S600 let's you choose between all sporty or all comfort, not so in QP, which is it's intended purpose anyway.... BTW: Thanks to all for your respective views on this awesome sports sedan. The info is really appreciated. What do any of you think of the S600? I think I know where Tag and Merc stands........... Replies to this message: lexusguy (Aug 11, 2006 9:58 pm) blkhemi (Aug 12, 2006 4:31 am) designman (Aug 12, 2006 5:43 am) lexusguy (Aug 12, 2006 9:49 am) and 4 more... merc1 (Aug 13, 2006 9:08 pm) lexusguy (Aug 13, 2006 10:09 pm) and 3 more...
#17986 of 24697 Re: Thanks Pat [blkhemi] by dewey Aug 11, 2006 (7:17 pm)
Replying to: blkhemi (Aug 11, 2006 2:33 pm) All in all, I really dig the car. It is truely what the blend of performance and luxury is really all about. The car has the perfect balance of a true sport sedan. But that is the problem: too sporty. My W12 and the S600 let's you choose between all sporty or all comfort, not so in QP, which is it's intended purpose anyway.... If I had to choose between these two wonderful cars I would pick a QP. Is the QP too sporty? I wouldn't want it any other way. The purr of a V8 Ferrari engine is just too tempting. Based on my interpretation of your statement above it does appear that you're leaning towards a car like the S600 which provides more of a balance between luxury and performance than a QP. If I am mistaken and you do favor the sport of a QP, then have you ever considered putting your name on the waiting list for an Audi RS6? I know the QP and RS6 are at very different price levels but the RS6 does look like one great bang for the buck(at least relative to a QP)
#17987 of 24697 Vacationing in the USA by dewey Aug 11, 2006 (7:26 pm)
Anyways I am going on vacation to the USA for two weeks (finally our Canadian dollar is worth something). I need a two week break from the stresses of work and this HELM forum. Take Care! Replies to this message: tagman (Aug 12, 2006 6:37 am) hpowders (Aug 12, 2006 11:24 am)
#17991 of 24697 blkhemi and AMG? by tagman Aug 11, 2006 (9:22 pm)
blkhemi, What about some of the AMG models? TagMan