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24699 messages,  Last post on Nov 30, 2009 at 6:41 PM

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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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Re: And Let's Not Forget... [hpowders] by esf
Jan 31, 2007 (8:40 pm)
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Replying to: hpowders (Jan 31, 2007 8:20 pm)

That is a hard decision. What models will you be looking for? A6/5er, A4/3er, or A8/7er (or some other class)?
 
If it were me...
 
I would pick a 528i/535i over an A6 3.2, but would buy an A6 4.2 S-Line over a 550i.
 
I would choose the A4 2.0T S-Line over the 328i, but 335i over the A4 3.2.
 
A8 is better than the 7 Series in all variants.
 
'06 Audi A3 2.0T DSG • '05 Audi S4 Cabriolet • '04 Lexus RX330
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Re: And Let's Not Forget... [esf] by esf
Jan 31, 2007 (8:41 pm)
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Replying to: esf (Jan 31, 2007 8:40 pm)

Wait, I take that back.
 
I'd take an A6 3.2 over a 528i, just not the 535i.
 
'06 Audi A3 2.0T DSG • '05 Audi S4 Cabriolet • '04 Lexus RX330
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Re: And Let's Not Forget... [hpowders] by tagman
Jan 31, 2007 (8:59 pm)
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Replying to: hpowders (Jan 31, 2007 8:20 pm)

Very much looking forward to my next choice: BMW or Audi.
 
I think I'm clear about your next vehicle. Those new diesels might show up in time for consideration. And since BMW announced that their sweet 300 hp twin-turbo will be available in the 5-series, there's some more temptation for you. One thing for sure, IMO... I'm betting it's going to be a BMW again.
 
Most likely will give back the 545. After all, who wants to buy a car from someone who only changed the oil after 14,000 miles?
 
Yeah, you are so careless and negligent with your 545... Good thing you are leasing... It's obvious that everything in that car will fall apart, and you'll have no choice but to give it up.
 
I'd even bet the floor boards and back seats are just a mess... littered with old used up Starbucks coffee cups!
 
TagMan
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Re: And Let's Not Forget... [esf] by hpowders
Feb 01, 2007 (4:00 am)
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Replying to: esf (Jan 31, 2007 8:40 pm)

If I go the HELC route, it's the A8. No contest.
 
If I stay with BMW, I bypass the 7, since I get better performance and just about the same "luxury" in the 545.
 
I would be interested in the new twin turbo 535 and any BMW diesels that come to market in the USA within the next 18 months.
 
I am not considering any other vehicles.
 
My 545 lease ends August 1, 2008.
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Re: And Let's Not Forget... [tagman] by hpowders
Feb 01, 2007 (4:14 am)
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Replying to: tagman (Jan 31, 2007 8:59 pm)

"Just a mess."
 
Nah! It's only my wife and myself in the vehicle. Although she does like to eat in the car. Crumbs on her seat and floor.
 
My wife is a multi-tasker: she can eat and harass me at the same time!
  
 I never eat and drink in the car. Thus, I couldn't care less about BMW's ridiculous cup holders.
 
I am always amused at folks who concentrate so much on the BMW cup holders. Aren't they missing the point?
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Re: Interiors [tagman] by designman
Feb 01, 2007 (6:06 am)
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Replying to: tagman (Jan 30, 2007 9:07 pm)

Yes, the S550 interior has its merits--curves. I find it tolerable, not desirable. Some of the shapes push my negative buttons. My boss has one. We were talking about it recently. Of course I was gushing with compliments.
 
I also like the Range Rover and its rectangular matrix arrangement of the controls plus the angular posture of the dash with its forward rake. It's pragmatic. Everything works together without one single element trying to upstage the other.
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Re: Interiors [lexusguy] by designman
Feb 01, 2007 (6:17 am)
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Replying to: lexusguy (Jan 30, 2007 11:00 pm)

You see, this puzzles me. I find the CL centerstack to be one of the most obnoxious elements an interior has ever seen. It is as welcoming as a refrigerator in a living room. Looks like a harcover bowling bag and THOSE LOUVERS REALLY SHOUT, bold and overpowering to the point where any material and build quality are rendered meaningless IMO.
 
Merc, I need an answer from you on this one, sir. Help me come to terms with it.
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Re: Report of Incredible Porsche Profitability [tayl0rd] by designman
Feb 01, 2007 (6:26 am)
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Replying to: tayl0rd (Jan 31, 2007 12:27 pm)

But there were only 11 of those Hemi Cudas ever made, and not all of those are in existance anymore.
 
Was it 11? For some reason I thought it was 8. I don't know, I just think Veyron is at a point with it's specs that will not be exceeded. It's gotta end somewhere. Will be interesting to watch. I find those auctions entertaining even though garage queens are not my thing.
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Re: Slightly off topic, but [drfill] by designman
Feb 01, 2007 (6:27 am)
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Replying to: drfill (Jan 31, 2007 5:28 pm)

Well well, we've agreed on several things recently. I never cared for Cage as an actor.

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