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#10129 of 10338 Re: recommendation [lexusguy] by ddelise

May 30, 2010 (7:51 am)

Replying to: lexusguy (May 29, 2010 7:48 pm)
Everyone - thanks so much for the responses. The discussion is really making me think about what I need and helping me refine things.
 
As I think about this, my requirements are:
1. Luxury/near luxury car
2. Some sporting feel. Even though I will be driving to/from work 90% of the time, every now and then I would like to be able to have a little bit of fun.
3. Ability to carry 3 kids - ages 5,5 and 8
4. Ability to fit 3 kids worth of stuff in the trunk
5. I will probably keep the car for 6 years, so it needs to be somewhat reliable. Extended warranty is a must.
6. Since I am keeping for so long, needs to have decent technology.
 
I was considering the Pontiac G8, but I think it fails on points 5 and 6.
I think the 2006 Lexus LS fails on points 2 and somewhat 6.
I think a 2007 Lexus LS fails on point 2 only but is probably out of my price range.
I think a 2009 Genesis 3.6 hits on all points.
I think a 2010 Ford Taurus hits on all points if in SHO trim.
I think a 2008 Infiniti M35 hits on all points except points 3 and 4, especially as they get older.
I think a 2009 Lincoln MKS hits on all points other than point 2.
 
So, am I really settled in on the 2009 Genesis, 2010 Taurus SHO, or 2009 MKS?
 
I've never had a car for more than 4 years (all from new), so this will be my first used purchase that I will keep for 6 years.
 
Thanks Again - and please keep the feedback coming.

#10130 of 10338 Re: recommendation [ddelise] by lexusguy

May 30, 2010 (10:42 am)

Replying to: ddelise (May 30, 2010 7:51 am)
So, am I really settled in on the 2009 Genesis, 2010 Taurus SHO, or 2009 MKS?
 
It sounds like you're starting to get a handle on what you want, so now you should spend the time to really get a feel for each car. If it's possible, try to drive them all on the same roads.
 
One very important note about the Genesis: its top safety pick award from the IIHS applies only to cars built January 2009 and after. You should avoid any '09 Genesis built in '08. They didn't do so well in their frontal crash test. Both the Taurus and the MKS aced their tests, so there's nothing to worry about there.

#10131 of 10338 Re: recommendation [ddelise] by carolinabob

May 31, 2010 (4:57 am)

Replying to: ddelise (May 30, 2010 7:51 am)
Before purchasing any Hyundai product, take it for a long trip over various types of road surfaces. Biggest complaints about Genesis and Azera is the ride quality. Probably not a bad idea for any car, but especially Hyundai.
  Try to drive it without a sales rep in car.
  Voice of experience.

#10132 of 10338 Re: recommendation [ddelise] by m4m

May 31, 2010 (7:17 am)

Replying to: ddelise (May 30, 2010 7:51 am)
I think a 2008 Infiniti M35 hits on all points except points 3 and 4, especially as they get older.
 
4. Ability to fit 3 kids worth of stuff in the trunk
 
You'll have plenty of room to move in Infiniti M35. Rear headroom (inches): 37.8, rear hip room (inches): 53.9, rear leg room (inches): 37.3, rear shoulder room (inches): 56.9 and interior volume (cu ft): 105.2 It also features a very respectable 14.9 cubic feet of luggage capacity in its trunk space. Its 20-gallon fuel tank will allow you to travel an easy 350 miles before needing filled again. Make no mistake about it: price point considered, the M35 will stack up nicely against just about any vehicle
 
5. I will probably keep the car for 6 years, so it needs to be somewhat reliable. Extended warranty is a must.
 
http://money.cnn.com/galleries/2009/autos/0910/gallery.consumer_reports_most_rel- - - - iable_cars/4.html
 
HTH

#10133 of 10338 Re: recommendation [ddelise] by rayainsw

May 31, 2010 (7:33 am)

Replying to: ddelise (May 30, 2010 7:51 am)
"5. I will probably keep the car for 6 years, so it needs to be somewhat reliable. Extended warranty is a must.
6. Since I am keeping for so long, needs to have decent technology.
  
I was considering the Pontiac G8, but I think it fails on points 5 and 6."
 
If you could find a used 2009 G8 GT, with less than 36,000 miles
[ like mine ]
you could substantially extend the wty with GMPP.
Not sure what you mean here by 'decent technology',,,?
- Ray
Very pleased with my G8 GT - so far...

#10134 of 10338 Re: recommendation [rayainsw] by ddelise

May 31, 2010 (2:38 pm)

Replying to: rayainsw (May 31, 2010 7:33 am)
I have been very interested in the G8. But to points:
 
5. I am thinking that parts/expertise will be hard to come by in a few years with this car. So having an extended warranty might not be too helpful. This is probably overstated, but a concern I have nonetheless.
 
6. What I mean by decent technology is up to date electronics like the Sync system and a modern Nav (should I decide to get it). I also mean nice creature comforts like backup camera/cooled seats/backup sensors/etc. I don't think the G8 has this.
 
But what the G8 does have is a nice sized back seat and trunk, nice ergonomics, and by far the sportiest ride of any of the other cars I am considering (save perhaps the M35).
 
Help me get over my perceived negatives on points 5 and 6!

#10135 of 10338 Re: recommendation [ddelise] by tayl0rd

Jun 02, 2010 (10:36 am)

Replying to: ddelise (May 31, 2010 2:38 pm)
... Help me get over my perceived negatives on points 5 and 6!
 
[grabs you by the shoulders and give you a good shake and a slap, 1940's style]
Get over it!

#10136 of 10338 Re: recommendation [tayl0rd] by ddelise

Jun 02, 2010 (10:47 am)

Replying to: tayl0rd (Jun 02, 2010 10:36 am)
That was easy - just put in a bid on ebay for a G8 !

#10137 of 10338 Re: Looking for Recommendation [markcincinnati] by carolinabob

Jun 08, 2010 (5:52 am)

Replying to: markcincinnati (May 27, 2010 1:33 pm)
Re: Genesis. Make sure you take it on long drives over various road surfaces. Lots of complaints about the ride/suspension.

#10138 of 10338 Re: recommendation [jayrider] by carolinabob

Jun 08, 2010 (5:54 am)

Replying to: jayrider (May 29, 2010 11:37 am)
Same advice on Azera as on Genesis. You really need to test the ride/suspension. If you get a used one, make sure it was not a "buy back" and they are out there.

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