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#1952 of 10006 Re: Folding rear seat [bdkinnh] by commofficer May 01, 2005 (4:50 pm)
Replying to: bdkinnh (May 01, 2005 3:58 pm) The folding seat can compromise rigidity because the X brace that is usually located behind the rear seat is removed. If you ever get the chance to remove the cover in the trunk area which covers up the back of the back seat then you will typically see an X made of flat steel that reduces flex in the body. They can engineer around this and put folding seats in but then they give up some of the luxury feel of the seat back.   It's all based on cost benefit too. Not enough people are asking for it so it's not being engineered in. Too bad because it's a nice thing to have.   Capt. Phil Replies to this message: bdkinnh (May 01, 2005 7:24 pm)
#1953 of 10006 Re: Buick Regal or Lexus LS [lpc05] by pearl May 01, 2005 (5:08 pm)
Replying to: lpc05 (May 01, 2005 3:39 pm) The supercharged 3.8L Buick will blow the LS400 away, in a drag or at top end - ASSUMING that both are in good condition and that you are using only premium fuel. This engine has been rated at 240 and 260 HP, but probably produces at least another 40 if not more. All of that said, who cares? The Subaru WX will put all of those marques 'on the trailer' for much less money, but it is a loud, obnoxious type of car. If you are buying a LS, drag racing and top end are not your concerns and you will kick butt on almost any other make re quietness, smoothness, etc. If you are older than 30 you will understand this, if not, go for whatever is loudest and goes fastest in a straight line for the least money. The cops love you guys.
#1954 of 10006 Re: 535i advice [commofficer] by kyfdx HOST May 01, 2005 (6:18 pm)
Replying to: commofficer (May 01, 2005 3:41 pm) They had a lot of problems the first two years.. '89-'90.. But, that is really immaterial, as any problems would have been fixed by now... Avoid the later 530i, as that is a V-8 model that had lots of engine problems.   Expect really low gas mileage (10-12 mpg)... and expensive prices for parts.. fairly maintenance intensive, as well...   Great cars to drive, though... and I think they are great looking..   regards, kyfdx Replies to this message: cmybimmergo (May 01, 2005 6:48 pm) kyfdx (May 01, 2005 6:51 pm) cmybimmergo (May 01, 2005 7:42 pm)
#1955 of 10006 Re: 535i advice [kyfdx] by cmybimmergo May 01, 2005 (6:48 pm)
Replying to: kyfdx (May 01, 2005 6:18 pm) Did you mean to say 540? My 530 is a six; I thought the 540s were the V-8s. Replies to this message: kyfdx (May 01, 2005 6:51 pm) cmybimmergo (May 01, 2005 7:42 pm)
#1956 of 10006 Re: 535i advice [cmybimmergo] by kyfdx HOST May 01, 2005 (6:51 pm)
Replying to: cmybimmergo (May 01, 2005 6:48 pm) Nope... '94-'95 530i are V-8.. Replies to this message: cmybimmergo (May 01, 2005 7:42 pm)
#1957 of 10006 Re: Folding rear seat [commofficer] by bdkinnh May 01, 2005 (7:24 pm)
Replying to: commofficer (May 01, 2005 4:50 pm) That makes perfect sense. Thanks Capt. Phil!
#1958 of 10006 535i advice by commofficer May 01, 2005 (7:42 pm)
Thanks for all the input. My wife says my car needs to be replaced and I thought this would be the perfect "classic" LPS. I didn't know that the mileage was that bad though. I will stay clear of the V8, thanks. I like the old straight 6. It seems like a relatively simple engine.   Capt. Phil
#1959 of 10006 Re: 535i advice [kyfdx] by cmybimmergo May 01, 2005 (7:42 pm)
Replying to: kyfdx (May 01, 2005 6:51 pm) Guess I learned something today.
#1960 of 10006 lpc05 by lexusguy May 02, 2005 (10:24 am)
"Which is faster..has more power..my friend and i are arguing about this. I have a Lexus LS400 and he has a Buick Regal with a supercharger. I think his has more power at first, then mine will pull away. We can't really race them though, we live in the city. I thought i would ask people who probably know what they're talking about, because we don't."   I was curious about this, so I did the research. As pearl said the Buick will win, at least in a 0-60 test, but not by all that much. You have the advantage in engine power, 290 hp 6000 rpm and 300 ft-lbs 4000 rpm, vs. 240 hp 5200 rpm and 280 ft-lbs 3600 rpm for the Buick. Unfortunately, that difference is offset by 328lbs. of weight in the Lexus.   He'll get to 60 about a half tick before you will (6.6 vs. 7.1). On the other hand, he drives a Buick regal thats currently worth about pocket change, and you drive an LS400, so I'd feel pretty good about that If you're that concerned about beating him, trade for a GS400, and you will. Replies to this message: maxhonda99 (May 02, 2005 4:04 pm)
#1961 of 10006 Re: lpc05 [lexusguy] by maxhonda99 May 02, 2005 (4:04 pm)
Replying to: lexusguy (May 02, 2005 10:24 am) Lexusguy,   How do you know which LS400 he has??? He could have a 1990-1994 or a 1995 to 1997 model. In which case the Regal supercharged would dust it in every which way possible.

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