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1950 messages,  Last post on Nov 23, 2009 at 6:58 PM

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#1913 of 1950
Re: Please help choosing used luxury car [qbrozen] by bwia
Aug 21, 2009 (8:54 am)
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Replying to: qbrozen (Aug 21, 2009 7:33 am)

Problem I see with your suggestion is that the poster expressed at least some concern with "prestige."
 
Good point, except the poster claims he can only afford $35K of second hand prestige.
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Re: Please help choosing used luxury car [bwia] by backy
Aug 21, 2009 (11:24 am)
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Replying to: bwia (Aug 21, 2009 8:54 am)

Also, reliability is the #2 requirement yet MB is on the short list. Some people will overlook anything to have that 3-pointed star in their driveway.
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Re: Please help choosing used luxury car [backy] by valentin650
Aug 21, 2009 (3:42 pm)
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Replying to: backy (Aug 21, 2009 11:24 am)

Thanks for your input.
 
Prestige is a concern to me, but not a huge one. I would rather have MB instead of Hyundai if all the other parameters are equal, but I would rather have the Hyundai if it is a better car. I was considering genesis, but I heard that it has a poor suspension and is very bumpy on rough roads (comfort is a major concern for me). The reason MB is on my short list despite reliability concerns is that so far it has been the most comfortable car to drive. I thought about getting a CPO MB so the warranty would counter the reliability issues. I will give Genesis another look since I hear a lot of people suggesting it (what about Azera? is Genesis much better?).
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Re: Please help choosing used luxury car [valentin650] by backy
Aug 21, 2009 (3:58 pm)
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Replying to: valentin650 (Aug 21, 2009 3:42 pm)

The Azera is a good car but not in the class of cars you are considering.
 
The best way to find out if the Genesis' suspension is an issue for you is to take one for a long test drive, over a variety of road surfaces.
 
If you like how the MB drives the best, the CPO warranty would minimize the reliability concern.
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Re: Please help choosing used luxury car [valentin650] by qbrozen
Aug 21, 2009 (4:45 pm)
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Replying to: valentin650 (Aug 21, 2009 3:42 pm)

Ya know, as I'm picking out the details in your posts, the more I'm thinking you should check out a preowned Volvo S80. A real quick search and I found a CPO '07 V8 AWD for $27k. The Yamaha V8 has been proving reliable thus far. Tops the list in comfort. Of course its safe. And its alot of car for the money.
#1918 of 1950
Re: Please help choosing used luxury car [backy] by thegraduate
Aug 21, 2009 (9:01 pm)
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Replying to: backy (Aug 21, 2009 3:58 pm)

I agree with backy. I'm reading a lot of "I heard..." but very little "I felt..."
 
You may do yourself a huge favor by throwing test scores and ratings out the window and driving some of these yourself! One person's bumpy is another person's comfortable.
 
Happy Hunting!
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Re: Please help choosing used luxury car [thegraduate] by ronsmith38
Aug 22, 2009 (4:54 am)
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Replying to: thegraduate (Aug 21, 2009 9:01 pm)

The 2010 Taurus may deserve a test drive. It has gotten good reviews for comfort, handling, styling, luxury, and gee whiz electronics.
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Re: Please help choosing used luxury car [valentin650] by mazdazed
Aug 23, 2009 (7:19 pm)
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Replying to: valentin650 (Aug 20, 2009 11:25 pm)

You should test drive a Cadillac CTS. They seem to be well rated and the interior is excellent. Perhaps even a Chrysler 300. 2009 is the last year for the Lifetime Powertrain Warranty. The American manufacturers tend to do well with large luxury cars. It is the smaller compact cars that they just do not get at all. To me, most Lexus,Infiniti, and Acura cars look like they came out of the same cookie cutter. Most lack distinction IMO.
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2001 Lexus LS430 or 2009 Subaru Impreza? by kocho
Sep 11, 2009 (9:20 pm)
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I have a bit of trouble making up the mind. 2001 Lexus LS430 with 78K miles for 15500 or a brand new 2009 Subaru Impreza sports Wagon for 19500? Which is a better good for price? Lexus is luxury but 2001 model Subaru is standard shift but brandnew. I drive up to 10000 miles a year only.
What do you think depending on your experience?
I will be using the car only for city driving.
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Re: 2001 Lexus LS430 or 2009 Subaru Impreza? [kocho] by rsholland
Sep 12, 2009 (4:39 am)
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Replying to: kocho (Sep 11, 2009 9:20 pm)

Wow, I don't think I could ever come up with a stranger vehicle comparison...
 
In any event, even though it's a Lexus, it's a rather old used one. That being the case, I'd have a mechanic check it over, as you don't know how well the car was maintained. I'd also get a CarFax on it to see if it's been in an accident.
 
Obviously the Lexus won't get the gas mileage of the Impreza, and it requires premium gas.
 
The Impreza will be much better in foul weather and bad roads (rain, snow, gravel, potholes, etc.), thanks to the AWD. Lastly, the Impreza will be more fun to drive (although a stick-shift could be a hassle in town), and is far more practical and flexible in terms of hauling stuff thanks to the 5-door configuration.
 
Bob

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