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Sedans Acura TL New Acura TL vs Used Lexus GS
19 messages, Last post on Feb 22, 2009 at 7:01 AM
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i am thinking of buying a new 07 Acura TL but keep getting tempted by the idea that the best deal is to buy a slightly used car rather than a brand new car as the car depreciates as soon as you drive off the showroom. Therefore, I like to ask you for that what would you pick and WHY? - 07 Acura TL or a slightly used (less than 20,000 miles, 06 Lexus GS)? |
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Replying to: dmeetri (Apr 19, 2007 6:33 am) What do you want in your car, and which do you like better?
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Replying to: scottm123 (Apr 19, 2007 7:01 am) To summarize, you are getting a bigger car for your money if you get a GS for around 35,000, where as in TL you are getting a car which is worth its price (no doubt) but still it’s a smaller car than the GS. |
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I'm actually weighing the exact same choice, but I might try to weight it out for the next gen TSX or A4. But if I had to choose now, I'd go with the used GS. You'll probably have to sacrifice the nav and bluetooth for the same price. Otherwise, the all wheel drive and nicer interior make the GS300 the better car IMO. Great size, speed and road feel. In the past 6 months I've driven almost everything out there in the ELLPS and if I had to choose today I'd go with the A4, but only because of the fuel economy. Otherwise, the used GS can't be beat.
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Replying to: snakesndafield (Apr 19, 2007 8:37 am) |
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Replying to: snakesndafield (Apr 19, 2007 8:37 am) although i will be buying next month, i am always hesitant to go for a test drive, thinking that they would start running my credit, which in turn will bring my credit score down for the actual purchase.... Snakendafield - How do you approach the dealer when going for a test drive ????
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Replying to: dmeetri (Apr 19, 2007 8:57 am) (I know... 2 completely different cars, but the IS was for me while the MDX was for the wife) Both dealerships asked for nothing more than a copy of my license, no credit check was done. This Spring, I've driven the IS again, the Acura TL, and the Infiniti G35.... and again, all dealers asked for nothing more than a copy of my license. Credit checks were only done once I decided on which was best for me and I was ready to purchase. Send an email into the dealership where you wish to test the car. They will set an appointment up for you. I personally think this is the best approach, and they set time aside for you, and you're not waiting in a corner like when you just walk in some Saturday afternoon. My first visit to Lexus was unannounced on a Sunday afternoon and I waited 45 minutes for some under-educated schmuck of a salesman. Only after I went home and emailed the Internet Sales Manager was I offered a test drive, and an apology. I sent an email into my Infiniti dealer and they made an appointment for me.... and I had 2 hours with the salesman, and a 45 minute test drive. (and no credit check was performed) I was very clear up front that I was only testing and that other models were also being considered. They knew I was not buying that day, and still treated me to a fantastic test drive and a wonderful visit to their dealership. Don't be shy. You're the customer and test drives are just part of the car research/purchase process.
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Replying to: dmeetri (Apr 19, 2007 8:57 am) |
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Replying to: scottm123 (Apr 20, 2007 7:31 am)
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Replying to: dmeetri (Apr 20, 2007 12:50 pm)
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