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10-27-09, 12:49 PM
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Lexus Test Driver
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Originally Posted by bad co
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I would have to agree 100%.
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10-27-09, 11:51 AM
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If you like the 5-Series, why not go British and go with a Jaguar XF (Supercharged?).
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Last edited by PhilipMSPT; 10-27-09 at 11:55 AM.
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10-27-09, 12:09 PM
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Lexus Champion
Join Date: Apr 2007
Location: CA
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Originally Posted by PhilipMSPT
If you like the 5-Series, why not go British and go with a Jaguar XF (Supercharged?).

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+1 ! The new Jags are nice, but reliability is still unknown at this point. That's why I asked if it was a purchase or lease
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10-27-09, 12:04 PM
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Lead Lap
Join Date: Jan 2004
Location: Ohio
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IS F
do it.
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10-27-09, 12:13 PM
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I stare at Goats
2007 Lexus GS My Garage
Join Date: Feb 2001
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I think the IS-F is a logical next step. The 2010 model adds some different tidbits and a LSD! I've driven it on the track and its a complete beast and reviewers agree. Please ignore the ridiculous comments about it.
The XF is another good choice but its even bigger than the 550. Remember the next 5 series will debut in 2011 if you care about owning the newest thing around.
G37 sport sedan and the new M series is coming as well.
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10-27-09, 12:18 PM
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Lexus Test Driver
Join Date: Apr 2007
Location: Cat litter box
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Originally Posted by Technique
I want a 4 door
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Would you not mind having one extra door?
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with power and good looks.
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2010 Mazdaspeed 3!!
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What's new and exciting that will be avail in December?
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It's available already, Mazdaspeed 3!
You like manual? This is the car for you! I'm loving mine, and it's not expensive, $22.3k OTD.
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10-27-09, 12:55 PM
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Lexus Fanatic
Join Date: Jul 2004
Location: NYC
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Quote:
Originally Posted by meowCat
Would you not mind having one extra door?
2010 Mazdaspeed 3!!
It's available already, Mazdaspeed 3!
You like manual? This is the car for you! I'm loving mine, and it's not expensive, $22.3k OTD.
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The Mazda 3 is a small car. The OP is looking for something a bit bigger than the 3 & IS-F to accomodate a small child. Oh, and the ride.. We don't want the OP to be accused of shaken baby syndrome now.. No ones word is golden here including mine.. The OP will have to get off the keyboard & test drive each of these cars..
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10-27-09, 01:19 PM
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Lexus Test Driver
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The new S4 they have out is another idea. It has an excellent manual tranny but uhm, if you want an automatic, it doesn't have DSG (at least I don't think), it has the old Tiptronic.
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10-28-09, 01:10 AM
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Lexus Test Driver
2004 Honda Accord My Garage
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Quote:
Originally Posted by FisforFast
The new S4 they have out is another idea. It has an excellent manual tranny but uhm, if you want an automatic, it doesn't have DSG (at least I don't think), it has the old Tiptronic.

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S4 has a 7-Speed DSG.
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10-27-09, 01:34 PM
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I stare at Goats
2007 Lexus GS My Garage
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S4 is a good suggestion. 185 inches long, so between an IS/GS. 330hp, manual is avail. Starts at 45k but gets pricey fast.
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10-27-09, 07:45 PM
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Quote:
Originally Posted by Allen K
I might have missed a post, but are you buying or leasing your next car?
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Have not decided, I'm open to either option...
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Originally Posted by 1SICKLEX
I think the IS-F is a logical next step. The 2010 model adds some different tidbits and a LSD! I've driven it on the track and its a complete beast and reviewers agree. Please ignore the ridiculous comments about it.
The XF is another good choice but its even bigger than the 550. Remember the next 5 series will debut in 2011 if you care about owning the newest thing around.
G37 sport sedan and the new M series is coming as well.
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Is the new 5 series debuting next year as a 2011 model or it will debut sometime in the year 2011?
I think I'm leaning away from the IS-F simply because I want something different than my current IS350...
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Originally Posted by bad co
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Yes, I love Mercedes... I will add the C63 to the list... Good call...
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10-27-09, 08:16 PM
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Lexus Champion
Join Date: Jun 2008
Location: Alberta
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Quote:
Originally Posted by Technique
Is the new 5 series debuting next year as a 2011 model or it will debut sometime in the year 2011?
I think I'm leaning away from the IS-F simply because I want something different than my current IS350...
Yes, I love Mercedes... I will add the C63 to the list... Good call... 
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The '10 5 series have already landed (test driving one Thu  ) so I would assume that the new gen '11's will be out in actual year 2010.
I may be mistaken, but I thought you were looking for something bigger than your IS. As much as I love my F and the C63, they are both smallish cars.
I would suggest the E series, 5 series or CTS-V. You didn't state a price range, but the next gen M5 is rumored to be a total beast. If Lexus ever gets around to making a GS F that will certainly get a long hard look as well.
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10-27-09, 09:35 PM
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I stare at Goats
2007 Lexus GS My Garage
Join Date: Feb 2001
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Quote:
Originally Posted by Technique
Have not decided, I'm open to either option...
Is the new 5 series debuting next year as a 2011 model or it will debut sometime in the year 2011?
I think I'm leaning away from the IS-F simply because I want something different than my current IS350...
Yes, I love Mercedes... I will add the C63 to the list... Good call... 
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2010 models are here.....we should get to see the new 2011 model debut soon
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10-27-09, 07:48 PM
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Lexus Test Driver
Join Date: Aug 2009
Location: Québec
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Uhm, perhaps you should test-drive the IS-F. I guarantee that you will find it much different from your IS350. I would personally stray away from BMW, regardless of if you're leasing or not. They're a headache.
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10-27-09, 11:24 PM
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Lexus Test Driver
Join Date: Aug 2007
Location: TX
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BMW 5 Series FTW! Some memebers think its ugly???? That car is sexy!! Unless you are talking about the Gran Turismo. I saw one the other day and that thing is ugly.
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