High End Luxury Cars

24699 messages, Last post on Nov 30, 2009 at 6:41 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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#20921 of 24699 The time has come by pat HOST Nov 10, 2006 (4:40 am)
Guys, we've only got one or two posters who are staying on topic here. It is also way too large. Most of you know we're trying to move toward smaller, more stream-lined subjects and discussions, and because of that, it's time to shut this one down. If anyone wants to continue a discussion about high end vehicles, please feel free to create a new discussion to do so. Personally, I'd like to see that, but I'd really like to see it stay on topic. I very much miss the days when the high end vehicles were what we discussed. I'd like to hear from more of you in What makes a vehicle truly high end?. Some of you may want to check out Is This the "Day of the Diesel?". All of you are invited to create new subjects of interest and if you need help or have questions, please feel free to email me. Thanks everyone. Sedans Board - the Add a Discussion link is on the right over the list of discussions (under the list of groups). Create what you want - we'll move it to the right place if need be.
#20922 of 24699 Here is another by pat HOST Nov 10, 2006 (7:24 am)
discussion that may interest you: "Taste of Lexus".
#20923 of 24699 And by pat HOST Nov 10, 2006 (10:19 am)
syswei has created this: High End Luxury Vehicles. So have at it!!
#20924 of 24699 Okay, so we're back by pat HOST Nov 13, 2006 (6:39 am)
If you didn't read my post in the short-lived other discussion, please do so: pat, "High End Luxury Cars" #101, 13 Nov 2006 6:38 am. There are a couple of conditions to this reopening that you need to know. Okay, have at it!! Replies to this message: syswei (Nov 13, 2006 6:45 am) pat (Nov 13, 2006 7:13 am)
#20925 of 24699 Re: Okay, so we're back [pat] by syswei Nov 13, 2006 (6:45 am)
Replying to: pat (Nov 13, 2006 6:39 am) BTW Pat, my tracked forums now shows "High End Luxury Cars" twice, one of them being "read only". Should the title of the old (short-lived) forum be changed to avoid confusion? Replies to this message: pat (Nov 13, 2006 7:13 am)
#20926 of 24699 Good lookin' out, Pat! by Nov 13, 2006 (6:49 am)
I don't care what Tag says about you, I think you're doin' a hell of a job! You can take a hint with the best of 'em. Now that the wake is over, and Dewey is back into the fold, let's talk about the High-End again! I just noticed that the Merc GL in the commercial doesn't have power lumbar? What's up with that? DrFill Replies to this message: tagman (Nov 13, 2006 8:55 am)
#20927 of 24699 Porsches: Getting to Monument Valley by designman Nov 13, 2006 (6:52 am)
Tagman, this is in response to your post #74 in the thread that just got shut down. Even though my original '97 Boxster was underpowered, I regret that I sold it. Since yours is an S, what other Porsche would you really consider, unless you need the power of the turbo? I’m considering all Porsches from 1988 up to the 997 Carrera S. The exceptions are the 944s and 928s. That’s a lot of cars. In addtion, you've already got the cabriolet, and the mid-engine. The Cayman, while better, wouldn't be enough of an improvement, IMO, to lose the drop top. Cayman doesn't even have a sunroof. Already owning the Boxster S, there's little reason for a Cayman here, IMO. Cayman is a longshot for me even though it a fantastic car. If I go coupe I think the Croc has to wait in line behind a lot of 911s. The drop top was very important with my purchase of the Boxster and it cost a lot less than a 911 cab. As it turns out, if I had bought a 993 cab as I had originally planned, it would have cost considerably less in resale, but with the Boxster I got an impeccable driving car with the 4-year warranty, in addtion to the mid-engine experience which is necessary for anyone who considers themself a well-round Porsche aficionado. Is your Boxster S in good condition? Why sell it? It’s in great condition. Why sell it? Remember the movie Close Encounters where there was the craving to get to the encounter? I’ve had this craving for 911s for over 30 years. I’ve driven many of them through the years but never owned one. It’s manifest destiny. Could you consider waiting two+ years for the all new 911? Now THAT could be a real reason to make a change. Two years is a long time. I could get a lot accomplished with the quest by that time and it may be more desirable to start in the past and work forward. Not sure. Too bad buying and selling cars is a bigger hassle than doing so with stocks as Blkhemi alluded to, although the way some people go through cars you would never know there is any problem. Lastly, Porsches have changed so much through the years in terms of mechanics and driving dynamics. All true Porsche fans want that experience and knowledge of the marque—the historical perspective and understanding of its great sport engineering. Close Encounters, Tag. I guess I’m building the butte with topsoil in my backyard. Replies to this message: tagman (Nov 13, 2006 8:59 am)
#20928 of 24699 "I guess no one wants to talk anymore, huh?" by houdini1 Nov 13, 2006 (7:00 am)
The above quote is from Merc back on Nov. 27, 1999! The 3rd post of 20,928! Looks like you were wrong on that one Merc!! Thanks Pat. Replies to this message: pat (Nov 13, 2006 7:15 am) merc1 (Nov 13, 2006 10:49 am) houdini1 (Nov 13, 2006 3:26 pm)
#20929 of 24699 Re: Okay, so we're back [syswei] by pat HOST Nov 13, 2006 (7:13 am)
Replying to: syswei (Nov 13, 2006 6:45 am) I'll probably just delete it shortly - there certainly isn't much in there about cars!! You can untrack it to get it off your list. I promise nothing new is going to be posted in it. Ever!!
#20930 of 24699 Re: "I guess no one wants to talk anymore, huh?" [houdini1] by pat HOST Nov 13, 2006 (7:15 am)
Replying to: houdini1 (Nov 13, 2006 7:00 am) To answer something you posted in that other place, hosts' profiles contain their email addresses and their profiles are always linked at the top of the boards/discussions they host - so they are always available. And you're welcome.