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Re: The new HS250H introduced [tagman] by dewey
Jan 14, 2009 (3:21 pm)
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Replying to: tagman (Jan 14, 2009 11:09 am)

That leaves the Jag and the 135i. That's a very tough choice.
 
Assuming the following conditions existed with regards to my BMW 335i:
 
I lived in warm California
I did not get traffic tickets
My car was not a piece of junk in terms of reliability
 
I would not consider buying a Prius this year if the the three above conditions applied to my situation. I would keep my BMW for years if that was the case.
 
Now my question to you is why are you considering selling your BMW 135i for a Prius?
 
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Re: The new HS250H introduced [dewey] by circlew
Jan 14, 2009 (3:57 pm)
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Replying to: dewey (Jan 14, 2009 3:21 pm)

I'll consider buying your 135i, Tag, if you are serious! I assumed it was the Porsche that would go but never the Bimmer
 
Dewey, I really wish they could sort out all of the issues with your 335. It is really a great car.
 
BTW, has anyone ever heard there is a very, very little known way you can complain to BMW and you can get a new car if you have a trouble-plagued car? The story I heard from a CEO was they allocate cars for direct replacement of their lemons.
 
I would hope you could go that route first, if you should so desire.
 
Regards,
OW
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I'm guessing by rockshocka1
Jan 14, 2009 (6:50 pm)
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a lot of urban dwellers here for the scale to tilt so heavily, lately to hybrids. I can appreciate the latest in tech (& also dread until it's refined), but it seems like the fun factor of driving has been kilt, especially for Dewey. I can only speak for my area, but there are plenty of roads less traveled to enjoy. I'll join the hybrid bandwagon when it's eventually forced down my throat (though deisel suits my driving more), but until then, I'm going to combat our global cooling that's happening.
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Re: The new HS250H introduced [dewey] by tagman
Jan 14, 2009 (11:42 pm)
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Replying to: dewey (Jan 14, 2009 3:21 pm)

I am struggling to get my priorities straight. The Jag meets a number of criteria. It is under full factory warranty and maintenance for yet another year. It has an extended service agreement up to 7 Yrs./84,000 miles. In other words, it is covered until December of 2012, or almost 4 more years! It has had virtually no issues at all, and gets amazing gas mileage. It seats 5 comfortably, and seats 4 even better, because it is the long-wheelbase Vanden Plas model. It has all the essential technology, such as Bluetooth, voice-command, NAV, and rear seat entertainment. It has all the expected luxury items, and is supremely comfortable. The family fits in it just fine, and can get in and out with ease. The trunk is large enough for a visit to Costco, or major luggage. It's gorgeous, drives like a dream, and is a wonderful vehicle to use to take another couple out to dinner and/or a show. It also is great for a long trip.
 
The BMW 135i convertible, OTOH, is strictly loads of fun. There is almost no practical side to it at all, and I have been in a mindset of different priorities lately. I can't seem to justify its existence beyond the fact that it's a total blast to drive.
 
Beyond all that, the wife is a wildcard that I must reckon with. I have no idea what she wants to do at this point.
 
Your question is a very good one though. Once the Porsche and truck are gone, perhaps I should simply keep the Jag and the BMW. Afterall, that's not exactly a terrible combination.
 
In addition to all that, it's quite possible that I've lost my mind.
 
TM
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Jag R8 Fighter by circlew
Jan 15, 2009 (4:49 am)
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01/14/2009, 2:00 PM
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Jaguar readying mid-engine Audi R8-rival

Jaguar may have just unveiled its updated XKR at the 2009 North American International Auto Show in Detroit, but the XK range won’t be the only performance two-door in Jaguar’s lineup for long. According to a new report, Jaguar is readying a mid-engine sports car to take on Audi’s R8.
 
Auto Express claims that it has the inside scoop on a new mid-engine Jag, set to debut in just over a year. The new model will take on Audi’s R8 and will beat the company’s F-Type to production. The F-Type will do battle in a lower segment, taking on the likes of Porsche’s Boxster.
 
Reportedly dubbed the XE, the new car will appear in concept form at the 2010 Geneva Motor Show. The XE will likely use Jaguar’s new 5.0L supercharged V8 mid-ship, marking the brand’s first mid-engine car since the XJ220 launched in 1991.
 
Design-wise, the XE is expected to take Jaguar’s new design language even farther, erasing virtually all ties with the current XJ.

Regards,
OW
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Re: Jag R8 Fighter [circlew] by m4d_cow
Jan 15, 2009 (7:13 am)
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Replying to: circlew (Jan 15, 2009 4:49 am)

Competition competition competition!!!! Jag's planning big, but my real concern is does it have what it takes to develop it? (read: money). Plus the only experience it has in designing supercars is when it created the XJ220, a total failure imo.
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by m4d_cow
Jan 15, 2009 (7:15 am)
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Just curious, am I the only one here with barely anything to do at work?
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Re: The new HS250H introduced [tagman] by dewey
Jan 15, 2009 (8:18 am)
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Replying to: tagman (Jan 14, 2009 11:42 pm)

In addition to all that, it's quite possible that I've lost my mind.

 
Dont worry I lost mine years ago and I still cant find it.
 
If I had a rational mind I would have bought a far larger vehicle that would be suitable for my family needs. But what do I do instead: I buy cars that are much smaller than the cars that I drove when I was a single lad and despite that I yearn for even smaller cars as my kids are getting taller.
 
If I was sensible I would pick a RX450 with its AWD for snow,its extra space and fuel efficiency.
 
Unfortunately that will not be the case since I am still searching for my mind.
 
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Re: I'm guessing [rockshocka1] by dewey
Jan 15, 2009 (8:26 am)
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Replying to: rockshocka1 (Jan 14, 2009 6:50 pm)

The fun factor?
 
I seeked the fun factor with my BMW 335i and as a result I've developed a perpetual frown on my face.
 
I can assure you that after driving a Prius for a few years I will be back in this forum with a vengeance boasting about exciting German performance cars that I wish to buy. But right now I just want dependable boredom served with high technology features (the Prius)
 

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