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What is this discussion about? BMW 3 Series, Infiniti G37, Acura TL, Lexus IS 350, Mercedes-Benz C-Class, Cadillac CTS, Volvo S60, Audi A4, Acura TSX, Car Comparisons, Sedan

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#15671 of 16087 Re: RLX [flightnurse] by mlevine

Feb 16, 2013 (11:52 am)

Replying to: flightnurse (Feb 16, 2013 9:09 am)
In my daily dealings I have had people like the design of the prior M generation than the current one. The same can be said of the prior QX56 and newest design. I was almost going to lease the M37, but multiple issues with the transmission shifting prompted me to stay away. I am still a fan of the M37 and compare it to the E class MB and BMW 5 series.

#15672 of 16087 Re: Acura TL [sweendogy] by flightnurse

Feb 16, 2013 (4:22 pm)

Replying to: sweendogy (Feb 16, 2013 9:00 am)
For the price it's an alternative, right? Same engines. Leather , parts., larger cheaper, newer -
 
The TSX is smaller than the last 2 generations of Accord, I don't think its the same engine either. Price could be in line, but the people shopping an Accord were not cross shopping a TSX. Friends who bought a TSX never once went to a honda dealer and looked at an accord.
 
http://www.caranddriver.com/news/2014-chevrolet-ss-sedan-photos-and-info-news
 
Just another Aussie built RWD... When Rick and I were in Australia a few years ago being car nutz, we checked out some of the Ford and GM cars, as far as overall design they are different, not just that they are RHD, they do their own thing when it comes to design. Not saying that it was right or wrong, just different The G8 was a good car, however, the dash design was not what Americans liked. Like i said, I hope GM doesn't screw this one up.

#15673 of 16087 Re: RLX [mlevine] by flightnurse

Feb 16, 2013 (4:27 pm)

Replying to: mlevine (Feb 16, 2013 11:52 am)
I like the M too, however, for the price I think a 5 series is a better car. The price for a M56 is slightly less (1,500) then a 550i. I'd take the twin turbo V8 over the INfiniti V8, and a 550i can be had with a manuel, something the infiniti lacks. The E class is not a sport sedan unless you look at the AMG model.

#15674 of 16087 Re: Acura TL [flightnurse] by sweendogy

Feb 16, 2013 (4:38 pm)

Replying to: flightnurse (Feb 16, 2013 4:22 pm)
If price is inline - why would they not shop accord vs tsx? Both have a 4 and a 6 engine - both are Hondas and both can be had with leather- both are fwd. To me it doesn't make sense not to cross shop.

#15675 of 16087 BMW- owners by sweendogy

Feb 16, 2013 (4:43 pm)

BMW alert another recall- recall they had a massive recall last year as well.
If you are among the unlucky 569,000, BMW will notify you next month and tells AP that it will “replace the battery cable connector and secure it for free.” Very nice.
 
owners of “3-Series sedans, wagons, convertibles and coupes from the 2007 through 2011 model years, 1-Series coupes and convertibles from 2008 through 2012, or the Z4 sports car from 2009 through 2011,” then BMW is recalling your vehicle.
 
Lots of leased cars coming back to the showrooms- could use this also as a time to seduce people to early return cars, CPO could heat up.

#15676 of 16087 Re: BMW- owners [sweendogy] by busiris

Feb 16, 2013 (8:54 pm)

Replying to: sweendogy (Feb 16, 2013 4:43 pm)
BMW alert another recall- recall they had a massive recall last year as well.
If you are among the unlucky 569,000, BMW will notify you next month and tells AP that it will “replace the battery cable connector and secure it for free.” Very nice.
  
owners of “3-Series sedans, wagons, convertibles and coupes from the 2007 through 2011 model years, 1-Series coupes and convertibles from 2008 through 2012, or the Z4 sports car from 2009 through 2011,” then BMW is recalling your vehicle.
 
Well, I'm one of the "unlucky ones", using your terminology...
 
Of the 3 BMW products I currently own, all since new, it's the first recall I've personally had from BMW.
 
IMO, some folks make way too much "static" about car recalls. Unless a recall is for something serious (brakes may fail without prior warning, car fuel tank may explode without warning, etc.), I just don't see a recall as a big deal.
 
My daughters both drive Nissan products, and both experienced recalls. One was for a potential leaking brake master cylinder inspection, and the other for an incorrectly installed side air bag. In both cases, no defects were found on either car.
 
Frankly, as complex as many cars are today, I'm surprised there aren't more recalls.

#15677 of 16087 Re: BMW- owners [busiris] by sweendogy

Feb 17, 2013 (7:15 am)

Replying to: busiris (Feb 16, 2013 8:54 pm)
Well, I'm one of the "unlucky ones", using your terminology...
 
Sorry should have added that was a paste job from yahoo news, so not my terminology. I did add the CPO comments on the end.
 
Agree recall talk sometimes over done- but with giant recalls come longer lines for those of us that need to go to the dealer for an oil change.

#15678 of 16087 Re: RLX [flightnurse] by mlevine

Feb 17, 2013 (8:33 am)

Replying to: flightnurse (Feb 16, 2013 4:27 pm)
The E sedan comes with sports mode as standard. Front and rear tires diferent sizes which is a pain when replacing them. I agree the AMG package is the true sports package. With me it came down to M37 vs E350 with the tranmission issues swaying me to the MB. I have never been able to get a good deal on any BMW vehicles from the local dealers. I have had the infinitiQ45 loved this vehicle and prior generation QX56 also a great vehicle.

#15679 of 16087 Re: Acura TL [sweendogy] by flightnurse

Feb 17, 2013 (4:46 pm)

Replying to: sweendogy (Feb 16, 2013 4:38 pm)
Sweeny the Honda and Acura have different buyers, this is why someone wouldn't cross shop the Accord and TSX.

#15680 of 16087 Re: RLX [mlevine] by flightnurse

Feb 17, 2013 (4:50 pm)

Replying to: mlevine (Feb 17, 2013 8:33 am)
The E sedan comes with sports mode as standard. Front and rear tires diferent sizes which is a pain when replacing them
 
That makes it a sport sedan... This is why the E class has always done poorly when it's been compared with the mid size sedan of it's price range.

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