High End Luxury Cars

24697 messages, Last post on Nov 28, 2009 at 3:09 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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#24639 of 24697 Re: Lexus model 430 [bob204] by houdini1 Aug 10, 2008 (3:03 pm)
Replying to: bob204 (Aug 10, 2008 2:23 pm) With today's modern computer managed engines most will run just fine on regular gas. You will probably give up a little on hp but nothing significant. The LS 430 should do just fine. Warning......If you drive one you will fall in love.
#24640 of 24697 Re: Gas Hog [houdini1] by bmlexus Aug 16, 2008 (5:36 am)
Replying to: houdini1 (Aug 10, 2008 2:56 pm) Hello, Congratulations You don't post in LL anymore? Well I always trust Japanese engineering electronics and reliability better, but the problem is I like Germans as well especially suvs, As you would know I've been interested in suvs more. To me suvs from Japan and Germans are completely different and I think you are the 1 who told me about it. Yes the LX is a great car but 1st its very expensive 2nd If I wanted I would get the new 1 . 3rd Its just too big for me I wont me using the second row of seat so what would I do with full size suv. 4th I don't go offroad. I've been to 3 dealers 2 days ago... Infiniti. Went to check out the fx and ex I felt strange sitting inside and I said to myself now I know why soo many people buy the rx. IMO the RX is a lot more comfortable inside. 2nd Went to Mercedes wasn't really interested just went to check it out. ML not worth it RX is better. E and C class nope. CLS nice but the interior not so sure about it, but these is enough head room in the back for a 6ft plus guy. CL65 oh my very very expensive but what a car. S class was the best car they got IMO comfortable safe solid great driving position. 3rd Porsche Cayenne is nice good size but the interior and way over priced not so sure about it and the options are endless Well thats the things that... Are you also going to trade your ls400? Replies to this message: houdini1 (Aug 16, 2008 5:56 am)
#24641 of 24697 Re: Gas Hog [bmlexus] by houdini1 Aug 16, 2008 (5:56 am)
Replying to: bmlexus (Aug 16, 2008 5:36 am) Hi BM, Yes, I understand your feelings about the LX. It is certainly not for everyone. My wife mainly drives it and I want her to be safe and comfortable. Plus for trips it is a superb freeway cruiser. No I do not visit the LL any more. It just seemed to devolve into a BMW forum. I have owned BMWs in the past and just found them to be OK but very much lacking in reliability and refinement. Performance is good but a waste for me as 100% of my driving is in urban areas with speed limits of under 45 mph or freeway driving at 70+ and in a straight line. Here is an idea for you to check out. Times are changing. If I was a young man like you I would test drive the Hyundai Sante Fe, preferably the V6 limited. If you do, let me know what you think. Obviously it is not considered a luxury suv but it sure has a lot of nice features, I think it looks great and the price is right. I do not currently own an LS I have an Acura RL. I will probably trade it some time after the first of the year when some of the new diesels start arriving. I am very interested in them. But I will probably end up with an LS 430. You should also check out the Stories from the Sales Frontline forum. Some very interesting characters there in the car sales biz. They have a lot of fun and are very helpful. Stay in touch.
#24642 of 24697 Re: Lexus [hpowders] by fusilli Aug 26, 2008 (2:03 pm)
Replying to: hpowders (Aug 29, 2006 6:44 am) yeah, it does look like a hearse! I took an R350 for a test drive the other day, and OMG, after looking at the Lexus ES350 and the GS350 and then the C Benz, I was blown away by the R350. Never in a million years did I think I'd like the car. It is prettier inside than it is out, so that is all I care about. The panoramic roof is really cool. I read somewhere on Edmunds that someone chose the GMC Acadia over the Benz, well, I gotta tell ya, my boyfriend has an Acadia (pays close to $800 a month for a lease...ripoff), and I have had almost every brand of SUV out there, including two Benzes, Jeeps, Explorers, you name it. I was very, very impressed with the R350. Replies to this message: houdini1 (Aug 26, 2008 2:47 pm)
#24643 of 24697 Re: Lexus [fusilli] by houdini1 Aug 26, 2008 (2:47 pm)
Replying to: fusilli (Aug 26, 2008 2:03 pm) I would think you could get a great deal on the R class right now. I bet it is a great freeway cruiser. f u silli. Catchy name.
#24644 of 24697 Now, Be Careful by cdnpinhead Aug 26, 2008 (4:30 pm)
I once asked a poster ("bigal") if it was bi gal or big al. Different, for sure. Replies to this message: houdini1 (Aug 26, 2008 4:40 pm)
#24645 of 24697 Re: Now, Be Careful [cdnpinhead] by houdini1 Aug 26, 2008 (4:40 pm)
Replying to: cdnpinhead (Aug 26, 2008 4:30 pm)
#24646 of 24697 press request by kirstie_h HOST Feb 04, 2009 (11:53 am)
A reporter is looking to talk with consumers who have considered purchasing a luxury car in the past, but would not do so currently because of the economy, or consumers who have traded-in their luxury vehicle. Please send your email address and phone number to ctalatiedmunds.com by Friday, February 6, 2008.
#24647 of 24697 OnStar upgrade by A8passenger Feb 16, 2009 (4:14 pm)
I own a 2004 Audi A8L and I am trying to find a way to upgrade the OnStar system in my car. I have called Audi customer service and I have also talked to Chevy Service department and no one knows how I can upgrade my analog system to the newer digital system so that I can get a subscription to OnStar to update my maps in the navigation system and for the hands free phone use. If nothing else I would love to just find something to upgrade the car to do handsfree phone communication with my verizon phone. If anyone has any ideas or suggestions I would appreciate any info. Thank you. Mike Replies to this message: tayl0rd (Feb 17, 2009 10:03 am)
#24648 of 24697 Re: OnStar upgrade [A8passenger] by tayl0rd Feb 17, 2009 (10:03 am)
Replying to: A8passenger (Feb 16, 2009 4:14 pm) If I recall, Audi stopped using OnStar two or three model years back, so you're definitely not going to get any help from them on an upgrade. A trip to the Chevy dealership, as you've found, is a waste of time. They aren't going to touch another manufacturers system; especially not a luxury marque. I believe there are lots of aftermarket hands-free setups you could have installed. Of course, it's not going to be integrated with any of your car's other systems. You could go to a reputable audio install shop in your area and have an aftermarket audio/nav system installed that will also have Bluetooth capabilities, but unless you pay big bucks, it's not going to be integrated into any of your cars other systems (climate control, steering wheel buttons, etc.), either.