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Re: But I want it all! [topspin628]
by circlew
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Sep 07, 2007 (3:57 am)
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Replying to: topspin628 (Sep 06, 2007 6:59 pm)
650i for you, IMO. I would suggest the convertible for added style.
Regards,
OW
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- #9424 of 10007
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Re: But I want it all! [circlew]
by topspin628
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Sep 07, 2007 (5:03 am)
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Replying to: circlew (Sep 07, 2007 3:57 am)
I'm curious on the 650 vert as to the viability with the top up. Since I live in the NE, I would estimate that at least 70% of the time I would not be dropping the top. Is it dark inside without a moonroof? Hard to see out of the back window to back up? It's is a striking car.
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- #9425 of 10007
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Re: But I want it all! [topspin628]
by alexanderk
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Sep 07, 2007 (5:21 am)
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Replying to: topspin628 (Sep 06, 2007 6:59 pm)
For a second I had thought that it was my own message topspin. I went through exact same thoughts just little over a month ago. Finished lease on Lexus LS430, looked into BMW 550, 535, 750 and even 650. MB S550 and CLS 550, lEXUS LS 460 and end up getting this Jaguar XJ8 on 24 month lease. Very happy with it. And I am also in L.A. so I understand your "local" trends.
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- #9426 of 10007
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Re: But I want it all! [topspin628]
by circlew
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Sep 07, 2007 (5:32 am)
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Replying to: topspin628 (Sep 07, 2007 5:03 am)
I have never been in a vert but for me, I'g get the M6 as my lottery car.
Regards,
OW
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Re: But I want it all! [topspin628]
by ny2nj
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Sep 07, 2007 (6:02 am)
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Replying to: topspin628 (Sep 06, 2007 6:59 pm)
You guys understand; If you didn't you wouldn't be here at Edmunds. I admit it, I am a Car-aholic! Within 6 mos of my 3 year leases, I find myself wandering by car dealerships "just looking". Then about one year in, I actually go in and start taking test drives... It's horrible-but fun:)
It's good to know I'm not alone  .
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- #9428 of 10007
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Re: But I want it all! [alexanderk]
by topspin628
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Sep 07, 2007 (6:21 am)
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Replying to: alexanderk (Sep 07, 2007 5:21 am)
Wow! Scary coincidence. I even had the CLS in my mix too but I wasn't comfortable getting in and out and I felt a bit closed in.
Anyway, I would love to hear your comparo on the XJ8 to the LS. Did you get the L or regular wheelbase? Vanden Plas? How much was the lease? I was a bit concerned that the seats weren't as comfortable as the Germans. I find the LS seats to be just OK, not great.
Any review on the Jag and your viewpoint that lead you to go with it over the others that "we" were considering would be appreciated. (my wife thinks it's a bit stuffy, but I don't agree. I see it as stately and elegant and it stands out in the sea of MB's and BMW's)
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- #9429 of 10007
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Re: But I want it all! [ny2nj]
by topspin628
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Sep 07, 2007 (6:25 am)
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Replying to: ny2nj (Sep 07, 2007 6:02 am)
Maybe we can get "sponsors". You know,guys you can call when you feel like your getting weak and may be ready to walk into a dealer 
Or maybe the FDA will approve a drug for it. If "restless leg syndrome" is a disease, than what do we have, Car Fixation Dis-Order? "Doc, I think it all started when I first saw my dad sneak into the garage to sit in his car.....I was only 2 but it had a traumatic effect on me!
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Re: But I want it all! [topspin628]
by jobie
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Sep 07, 2007 (8:00 am)
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Replying to: topspin628 (Sep 06, 2007 6:59 pm)
I drove the 550i and 535xi - I went with 535xi optioned out almost identical to yours...mine is plat gray, natural brown interior with antracite headliner; 18" wheels too - great combo. I admit the 550i SP looks great, but somewhat too flashy for me (and I'd be afraid of scraping those 19" wheels). xi for the northeast won't hurt (I'm in upstate NY), even thought RWD with snows would suffice.(I'm in upstate NY). It's only been a few weeks for me, but I can't wait to drive this thing every chance I get - of course I drove an LR3 for 2.5 years after 6 years of BMW's...I certainly have the SUV bug out of my system.
I'm not a Jag guy, but I've always heard the xj8 was a great driver and value, especially these days, and I like what they did with the '08. Good luck.
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Re: But I want it all! [jobie]
by markcincinnati
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Sep 07, 2007 (10:29 am)
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Replying to: jobie (Sep 07, 2007 8:00 am)
What are the lease numbers for such a 5x?
I'm at that "itch stage" and although I have yet to drive the new CTS, I am still "drawn" to the Audi A6 and the BMW 5 (and I have driven the Bimmer with the 300HP engine and it is soooo sweeet.)
Jus' wandering, or wondering, if you get my drift. 
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- #9432 of 10007
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Re: But I want it all! [markcincinnati]
by topspin628
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Sep 07, 2007 (1:58 pm)
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Replying to: markcincinnati (Sep 07, 2007 10:29 am)
For the 535xi loaded up, I was quoted just below 900 per month with tax in payment, 0 down and 15K per year. They have a very good rate now and an extra incentive if you are a current BMW driver.
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