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What is this discussion about? Lexus GS 430, Acura RL, BMW 5 Series, Volvo S80, Audi A6, Infiniti M35, Infiniti M45, Mercedes-Benz E-Class, Cadillac STS, Sedan

#9714 of 10007 Re: help! [cdnpinhead] A4 [markcincinnati] [blckislandguy] by lexusguy Feb 15, 2009 (4:51 pm)
Replying to: blckislandguy (Feb 15, 2009 12:02 pm) Does Audi pay for the 100,000 mile service on a CPO vehicle? If Audi wouldn't pay this service under the CPO plan, why buy a CPO Audi?   Audi doesn't pay for any scheduled maintenance for a CPO vehicle. They only cover warranty repairs. Anything considered a "wear" item will not be covered. This is the same across the board. If you expect BMW to pay for your services at 100K, you're dreaming. If an Audi is still under Audicare when its purchased, that will be in effect until the normal warranty is up.   The last gen C5 A6 was an expensive car to maintain. Sure it's a lot nicer to drive than a Camry, but that's the downside. An E or 5 of similar vintage is likely to be just as pricey to keep running.   If you use the top grade synthetic oil, you can go buy when the computer says its time to come in for a change. If you use the normal stuff, you have to come in every 10.
#9715 of 10007 Lux Comparision by sean35 Feb 16, 2009 (1:21 pm)
I LOVE the Mercedes E-class. Bought an '06 E350 and its the best. The Audi A6 is okay, but it should really be rear-wheel drive. I love the daytime running lights on the A6, that really looks cool. The BMW 535i is nice, but ridiculous insurance rates. I'm not a huge Acura RL fan, they're overpriced and really nothing special. I don't care for Volvos so the S80 is just whatever. I REALLY hate Cadillacs, so the STS just sucks. Lexus GS is a pretty nice car, and not a bad price, and same goes for the Infiniti. I would have to say the Mercedes is worth the money, though. Please respond, I'd love to hear everyone's opinions. Replies to this message: houdini1 (Feb 16, 2009 1:42 pm) sean35 (Feb 19, 2009 3:16 pm) houdini1 (Feb 19, 2009 3:33 pm) lexusguy (Feb 16, 2009 2:04 pm) sean35 (Feb 20, 2009 12:49 pm) lexusguy (Feb 20, 2009 2:07 pm)
#9716 of 10007 Re: Lux Comparision [sean35] by houdini1 Feb 16, 2009 (1:42 pm)
Replying to: sean35 (Feb 16, 2009 1:21 pm) Hi Sean. You look like a fairly new member so welcome aboard. The E is a nice car but of the ones you mentioned I would take the GS. I feel the GS, however is overpriced, but a nice car.   I own an 06 LS so that is my pick of the litter. You can buy a great 06 CPO LS for much less than a new GS. A no brainer in my book.   I have owned a couple of Mercedes and the two I owned were pretty good cars so I am sure you will enjoy your E Class. Replies to this message: sean35 (Feb 19, 2009 3:16 pm) houdini1 (Feb 19, 2009 3:33 pm)
#9717 of 10007 Re: Lux Comparision [sean35] by lexusguy Feb 16, 2009 (2:04 pm)
Replying to: sean35 (Feb 16, 2009 1:21 pm) The Audi A6 is okay, but it should really be rear-wheel drive.   Then it wouldn't be an Audi. Aside from class leading interiors, Quattro (the real torsen full-time system, not the Haldex slip-induced setup used in the VW platform mates) is what makes Audis what they are. The next generation A6 due in 2011 I believe should be superb. I'm a big fan of the Infiniti M, and I think the next one which will show about the same time as the A6 will also be brilliant.   I can't get past the styling of the 5 series, and I've never been a fan of the RL or the STS. The S80, like the last one, only makes sense as a used car. Residual values of big Volvos always crater, and they can be found at a year old for $30K. The quality of the GS when it was introduced was shockingly poor, though it seems to have gotten better for '08. When the M is so much more fun to drive, better looking, and much more comfortable though, I still see no reason to buy a GS.   I would be too nervous about M-B's lousy quality control from '00-'06 to buy anything from those years. The number of lemon law buyback SLs I've seen in particular from that period are just incredible. Aside from that, I just find the E to be a bit bland, though compared to the abomination that is the brand new E, the old one looks gorgeous. Replies to this message: sean35 (Feb 20, 2009 12:49 pm) lexusguy (Feb 20, 2009 2:07 pm)
#9718 of 10007 Re: Lux Comparision [houdini1] by sean35 Feb 19, 2009 (3:16 pm)
Replying to: houdini1 (Feb 16, 2009 1:42 pm) I have always loved the Lexus LS since it became the 430. It is amazing how much cheaper a certified pre owned car is than a brand new car. The E-class is half the price as an 06 or 07. How do you like your LS? They are just full of features. Lexus does make some pretty amazing cars. I had an RX330, and it was great, but was wrecked in an accident. We had a toyota avalon and now the mercedes. While I was recently at the Lexus dealer for my dad's Passat W8, I sat in an LS460L and it is an amazing car!   Nice to hear from you, you seem very intelligent, not someone who just adds stupid, thoughtless comments. Replies to this message: houdini1 (Feb 19, 2009 3:33 pm)
#9719 of 10007 Re: Lux Comparision [sean35] by houdini1 Feb 19, 2009 (3:33 pm)
Replying to: sean35 (Feb 19, 2009 3:16 pm) Sean, all dealers are DESPERATE to sell cars right now, so if you are in the market there are some great deals to be had.   A late model LS, IMO, is the best car and buy on the planet right now. I bought my '06 last Nov for $34,500., 29,000 miles and it has been fantastic. Best car I have owned and I have owned a lot of cars.   A Lexus Certified Used Car comes with basically a new car warranty (3 years or 100,000 miles) not just the power train but bumper to bumper so you don't risk anything there.   Cash is king right now (if you happen to have any ) so you can really get a good deal. Check one out and make a ridiculous offer and you might be surprised.
#9720 of 10007 Speakers by mako5 Feb 19, 2009 (4:15 pm)
Have a base 2008 m35 and I need a new speaker . Door speaker, 6 speaker system Does anyone know where I car buy speakers ? Replies to this message: tonycd (Feb 19, 2009 9:48 pm)
#9721 of 10007 Re: Speakers [mako5] by tonycd Feb 19, 2009 (9:48 pm)
Replying to: mako5 (Feb 19, 2009 4:15 pm) Crutchfield.com. Or your local car stereo shop (not the installers at the local outlet of the national electronics chains; they're generally bozos).   Unfortunately for you, the Infiniti M stereo is a non-standard setup. Ask the Crutchfield reps for advice on what'll work; they're generally pretty smart that way.
#9722 of 10007 speakers by mako5 Feb 20, 2009 (11:02 am)
Called Crutchfield and they said they did not have enough information on a 2008 yet to recommend speakers but Thanks.
#9723 of 10007 Re: Lux Comparision [lexusguy] by sean35 Feb 20, 2009 (12:49 pm)
Replying to: lexusguy (Feb 16, 2009 2:04 pm) I see what you're saying and i agree but i meant for the non-quattro A6 (that would be a 2009 A6 3.2) By the way, have you seen the new A6 3.0T?? I think thats a pretty nice car Replies to this message: lexusguy (Feb 20, 2009 2:07 pm)

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