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Re: IS 250: BMW 328 [jtla]
by cdnpinhead
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Feb 23, 2007 (5:22 am)
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Replying to: jtla (Feb 22, 2007 7:45 pm)
If I'm not mistaken, the IS 250 is the one that does offer the manual. That said, I'm not sure how long it would take to actually get one, given how most dealerships spec their cars.
Not offering the manual on the 350 is what convinces many that, as usual, Lexus is more interested in the L than the P.
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- #1459 of 1527
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Re: IS 250: BMW 328 [jtla]
by from_fl
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Feb 23, 2007 (7:09 am)
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Replying to: jtla (Feb 22, 2007 7:45 pm)
Hope you say the same thing about your 328 after 5 years..
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Re: IS 250: BMW 328 [cdnpinhead]
by jtla
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Feb 23, 2007 (7:56 am)
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Replying to: cdnpinhead (Feb 23, 2007 5:22 am)
You are right. I stand corrected. When I priced IS250 in carsdirect.com, there was only one style available -- automatic. It appears that, once chosen this only style, you can unselect the automatic transmission in configuration page.
http://www.carsdirect.com/build/style?make=LE&modelid=599&zipcode=90064&trim_gro- ups=rear-wheeldrive,
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- #1461 of 1527
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Re: IS 250: BMW 328 [from_fl]
by jtla
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Feb 23, 2007 (8:04 am)
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Replying to: from_fl (Feb 23, 2007 7:09 am)
If you are referring to the joy of driving the 3-series, I am sure I will still feel the same 5 years from now. If you are referring to maintenance, my lease term is 3 years so it will all be covered.
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Re: 2006 BMW 3-series vs. 2006 Lexus IS [carmonkey]
by kdshapiro
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Feb 23, 2007 (8:22 am)
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Replying to: carmonkey (Feb 22, 2007 8:16 pm)
There was an interesting post by spiritinthesky regarding non-professional driving of the 350, 335i and G35, in one of the forums. You might want to search for that post, his take....the IS comes in last in terms of performance. So before you start bragging about how fast the IS 350 is, there are two cars that are faster.
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Re: IS 250: BMW 328 [jtla]
by jerry k
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Feb 23, 2007 (12:48 pm)
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Replying to: jtla (Feb 23, 2007 12:16 am)
Thank you for the kind message - no disrespect for either you or me or our cars - that's why at different points in one's life you appreciate different things. Music is a good example and various other things. Also, you're right: I did pay cash for my car - which listed at $37,800 - I figure the same comparably equipped 328 would have cost me $41,000 (and I paid $32,000 for mine). As far as residual value: I have never leased but I was swayed by Kipplingers Magazine which stated that an IS 250 would be worth 43% after five years while a 328 would be worth 42%!
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Re: IS 250: BMW 328 [jerry k]
by jtla
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Feb 23, 2007 (1:45 pm)
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Replying to: jerry k (Feb 23, 2007 12:48 pm)
So, MSRP to MSRP, the price difference between IS250 and 328i is in the $4k to 5k range, as Shipo estimated. At $5,800 off sticker, you got a fantastic deal for the IS250. One can get similar discount on 3-series when doing ED, plus the saving of car rental in Europe trip. At the end, car purchase is a very personal decision. Everyone will pick what best suits his/her particular needs and/or preference.
Here is another set of figures for your reference. For 36 mo/15k miles lease program, BMW 328i has a money factor of .00155 ((3.72%) and a residual of 61%, whereas Lexus IS250 has a money factor of .00255 (6.12%) and residual at 57%. This is why BMW is a better value when leasing for 2-3 years.
Leasing for terms longer than 3 years would not make financial sense in most cases, because the money factor jumps (sometimes double) and the residual drops like a rock. I would purchase the car if I plan to keep it for 3+ years. But then, that is another analysis.
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Re: IS 250: BMW 328 [jtla]
by jerry k
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Feb 23, 2007 (2:21 pm)
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Replying to: jtla (Feb 23, 2007 1:45 pm)
Bottom Line is that we're both happy with our deals! I paid cash for IS 250 because I sold my 2004 CLK 320 to a neighbor of mine who gave me $40,000 for it. That gave me enough left over to put about $5,000 towards the SUV my wife wants to get - in that respect one of the cars we are considering is the BMW X3 - also the Lexus RX 350 - so you see I still believe in BMW.
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Re: IF ONLY THE IS350 COULD [dave330i]
by grylexis300
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May 04, 2007 (1:56 am)
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Replying to: dave330i (Feb 27, 2006 2:57 pm)
there are folks who will rationalize how the 3 series is superior until the end of time but the facts will remain the same. the lexus will definitely keep you out of the repair shop much less than a bmw 3, it will blow you away with the best air conditioner you will ever find in any car, it will blow you away with its kick a$& stereo system on your drive to work."
Just what I always wanted in my sport sedan. A kicka$$ stereo & A/C. They've always been #1 & 2 on my list. I guess this explains why the Lexus crowd can't understand BMW folks.
FYI, I don't drive a 330i anymore. Pat deleted my post regarding that.
funny how i mentioned in this same post that the IS350 must be nearly the ultimate driving machine since it can absolutely dust any 330i and nearly every bmw ever made. funny how i mentioned that hands down it has a vastly superior interior and price tag and only the air con and stereo statement gets cracked on.
that's disappointing and desperate at the same time.
i would also get rid of my old 330i too when i came to the realization that it costs nearly 45K and is a huge rip-off.
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Re: IF ONLY THE IS350 COULD [grylexis300]
by circlew
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May 04, 2007 (2:52 am)
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Replying to: grylexis300 (May 04, 2007 1:56 am)
I think you need to experience the 330 before you blow steam about your Lexus.
It's about the drive which leads you to the ultimate conclusion.
Regards,
OW
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