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Replying to: sfcharlie (Jun 22, 2006 11:01 am) I looked at the Audi A6 - it came in second on my list as well. I do not have any regrets or remorse in picking the M. I didn't like the MMI interface, its CD accessibility or its reliability record, but that doesn't mean there weren't things about the Audi that I miss (e.g., electronic emergency brake)... As far as adapting my driving habits - yes, I had to think about it for a few weeks, especially since the M's throttle was a lot more responsive than on my previous car. Initially it was almost a personal challenge to see if I could voluntarily do it. After that, it more or less became a habit and I felt a sense of accomplishment that I could actually sustain it. That doesn't mean that I don't stomp the pedal every so often just to remember what its like! 
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Replying to: sfcharlie (Jun 22, 2006 11:01 am) $400/yr difference in gas on a $40k+ car would cause buyer's remorse? I drive an M45 Sport, have averaged a little over 17mpg through 10,000 miles, and wouldn't even dream of having an A6 for the $300 max it will cost me. |
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Replying to: bw45sport (Jun 23, 2006 10:52 am) Why so down on the A6?
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Replying to: sfcharlie (Jun 23, 2006 5:50 pm) I really didn't mean to sound harsh regarding the A6. It's a wonderful car and one that would make anybody shopping in this segment, other than zealot BMW owners, very happy. My only concern with the A6, which is a concern to me with all German makes right now, is reliability. I'm 2 for 2 with lousy BMW products and have been suffering through the worst automobile ordeal imaginable with a 2003 MB SL500. While Audi has made tremendous strides in improvement as it relates to reliability, mid to long term reliability still suffers when compared to Infiniti/Lexus. Reliability is not my only consideration when choosing cars but it has moved up the list with my recent experiences. While I agree that Infiniti's entire lineup would be better served by cars that were more fuel-efficient I merely wanted to point out that the financial side of the equation is often overstated. BTW, I hope someday we will all be so blessed to appreciate the driving dynamics that only BMW can provide.
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Replying to: bw45sport (Jun 23, 2006 10:52 am) |
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Replying to: bw45sport (Jun 23, 2006 11:45 pm) |
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| I am averaging 20.4 MPG (last three fill-ups)in a mix of 60% freeway and 40% suface streets (suburban) in my M35. Have about 2,000 miles on the car. Using Premium so far. "Reasonably aggressive" driving style. | |
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I don't understand all the traffic complaining about gas mileage. When you buy a luxury, semi-sports car, mileage should be the farthest thing from your mind. If you want gas mileage, buy a vehicle that lists that as a selling point. I will be getting my 2007 M35x in late July and I won't be caring one bit about gas mileage... and we pay a lot more for gas in Canada than you do in USA (just finished spending almost 5 years of my life living in USA).
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Replying to: altared (Jun 24, 2006 2:06 pm)
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Replying to: zidecar (Jun 23, 2006 10:49 am) keep a lid on using the wonderful VQ series engines from Nissan/Infiniti for what they're really made for. I know it's hard for me. I have a 2002 Maxima SE and I love to punch it and I love the little growl-note of the exhaust. It's like turning away from that sweet tempting dessert! My lease will be ending soon, so I'm keeping the M35 in my radar, among some others.
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