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What is this discussion about? BMW 3 Series, Infiniti G35, Acura TL, Lexus IS 350, Mercedes-Benz C-Class, Cadillac CTS, Lexus IS 250, Audi A4, Acura TSX, Car Comparisons, Sedan

#10741 of 11073 Re: Audi A3 or IS 250? [sjaieve] by kdshapiro Mar 13, 2008 (6:33 am)
Replying to: sjaieve (Mar 12, 2008 12:33 pm) Pontiac GTO and that car is certainly not my piece of cake either, although its way faster than a 335i   Or not. Well that not entirely true it's .2 seconds faster for having 100 more hp. Replies to this message: sjaieve (Mar 13, 2008 6:59 am)
#10742 of 11073 Re: Audi A3 or IS 250? [kdshapiro] by sjaieve Mar 13, 2008 (6:59 am)
Replying to: kdshapiro (Mar 13, 2008 6:33 am) Agreed 100%. 335i is still a much better car IMO than the GTO irrespective of the HP difference. Like I said, I have respect for the 335i, I might not buy it but thats besides the point.
#10743 of 11073 Try the Acura by chirocat Mar 13, 2008 (7:59 am)
You should also ask yourself how you are going to use the car. If you are going to be using it on the track vs a daily driver. Then ask how you drive, some of these cars have very little torque and have to be revved to get average acceleration, as I get older I find it more irritating. Last December I narrowed the choice down to a TL-S, a G35, a CTS-V and a few others. I went with the TL-S and it's pretty much the perfect daily driver. Sure I notice the torque steer and it may only do the 1/4 mile in 14.1, but I can't really use all of that on a daily basis anyway. The other stuff, it's amazing Honda reliability, compliant ride, and upscale interior make daily driving pleasant. The slick 6 speed manual is a joy to row and the engine has enough torque that I can dust 95% of the cars without even engaging the V-Tec. The best part is that despite a heavy foot in the city part of my commute and a median speed of 80 mph on the freeway, I still average 23 MPG. I have just over 3k miles so the mileage might even get better. It's hard to beat this combo. If it was RWD it would be even better. Next year they are talking SH-AWD but I doubt it will have a manual box, so my next car will probably be a 335 or similar.
#10744 of 11073 Re: Audi A3 or IS 250? [fedlawman] by louiswei Mar 13, 2008 (8:29 am)
Replying to: fedlawman (Mar 12, 2008 6:08 pm) Oh well, whatever floats your boat grandpa.   Yeah, that's the spirit, keep it up so people will just turn their backs to this board...   I am in my 20s, although I wouldn't want a GS/5/E right now but I can understand why those who does. Different people have different priorities you know, grandpa! Replies to this message: kdshapiro (Mar 13, 2008 11:23 am) louiswei (Mar 13, 2008 2:05 pm) sjaieve (Mar 13, 2008 2:22 pm) fedlawman (Mar 13, 2008 1:07 pm) louiswei (Mar 13, 2008 2:03 pm)
#10745 of 11073 Re: Audi A3 or IS 250? [louiswei] by kdshapiro Mar 13, 2008 (11:23 am)
Replying to: louiswei (Mar 13, 2008 8:29 am) Yeah, that's the spirit, keep it up so people will just turn their backs to this board...   Like fed, nyccarguy has been on these boards for a long time and does have a sense of humor, newbie Replies to this message: louiswei (Mar 13, 2008 2:05 pm) sjaieve (Mar 13, 2008 2:22 pm)
#10746 of 11073 Re: Audi A3 or IS 250? [louiswei] by fedlawman Mar 13, 2008 (1:07 pm)
Replying to: louiswei (Mar 13, 2008 8:29 am) "Yeah, that's the spirit, keep it up so people will just turn their backs to this board..."   I like reading your posts Louiswei (you provide good balance around here), but you need to lighten up a little.   I mind my P's and Q's when I'm at the office or at a formal social - but around here, I don't feel obliged to frame my thoughts and carefully phrase them to ensure I don't ruffle anyone's feathers.   If someone doesn't like the heat, I'm fine with them staying out of the kitchen. In Sjaieve's case, I think he expressed himself quite well and doesn't need a big brother to step in.   Ok, time to recharge my flamethrower. Who's next? Replies to this message: louiswei (Mar 13, 2008 2:03 pm)
#10747 of 11073 Re: Audi A3 or IS 250? [fedlawman] by louiswei Mar 13, 2008 (2:03 pm)
Replying to: fedlawman (Mar 13, 2008 1:07 pm) I wasn't stepping in for anybody, I just don't like what I saw that's all.   To be honest, there is a difference between "lighten up a little" and "belittle the fellow posters due to different point of view". Maybe I had the wrong interpretation but that doesn't mean I can't voice my differences.   Yeah, keep your flamethrower charged up because you'll need it if you keep it up.
#10748 of 11073 Re: Audi A3 or IS 250? [kdshapiro] by louiswei Mar 13, 2008 (2:05 pm)
Replying to: kdshapiro (Mar 13, 2008 11:23 am) Yeah, too bad that grandpas don't get free passes in my book... Replies to this message: sjaieve (Mar 13, 2008 2:22 pm)
#10749 of 11073 Re: Audi A3 or IS 250? [louiswei] by sjaieve Mar 13, 2008 (2:22 pm)
Replying to: louiswei (Mar 13, 2008 2:05 pm) I know there are some pretty intelligent people on this board, its pretty easy to see who cant control their emotions and its easy to ignore such comments. Otherwise, I have great respect for a lot of people here.
#10750 of 11073 hiya everyone... by pat HOST Mar 13, 2008 (4:28 pm)
how 'bout we back to these cars now?

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