What other cars were you considering before choosing the ISx50?
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I only seriously considered the G35x. I wanted AWD. I didn't look at the A4 because I would have had to get the 2.0T, and I didn't want a 4cyl engine. The BMW was going to be significantly more if it was comparably equiped, so I didn't bother with that either.
Based on styling and quality, I went with the 250
Based on styling and quality, I went with the 250
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Thanks for all your responses so far. I am currently coming from an Audi A4 and I really didn't want to go with a newer model. The Audi has been amazing though. 125K miles and no really major problems besides just your normal maintenance.
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G35 Sedan / Too much low grade materials, kinda ugly.
G37 Coupe / Just couldn't do a coupe, sexy as hell though.
Audi A3 Speedline / Test drove it, rode like a brick, a bit TOO small.
Audi A4 / Nice, but kinda' gay, really.
Audi A5 / Would have bought it if they were available, only S5 was avail.
Ended up with the IS350, Don't regret it one bit.
G37 Coupe / Just couldn't do a coupe, sexy as hell though.
Audi A3 Speedline / Test drove it, rode like a brick, a bit TOO small.
Audi A4 / Nice, but kinda' gay, really.
Audi A5 / Would have bought it if they were available, only S5 was avail.
Ended up with the IS350, Don't regret it one bit.
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I was looking into G35 coupe, SC430, 3rd gen GS300, and (oddly enough) Scion tC.
As much as I wanted a coupe, none really had a good balance of sport, luxury, and price. For sedans, I was still cold to the newly redesigned GS, and the power upgrade of the IS350 sounded much more appealling...
As much as I wanted a coupe, none really had a good balance of sport, luxury, and price. For sedans, I was still cold to the newly redesigned GS, and the power upgrade of the IS350 sounded much more appealling...
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That is amazing...if you've had such a good experience, why not stick with Audi? Just curious.
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i like all three
i like the IS350, hence why i got one, but i think it's a little small especially when your driving people around. i'm 5'8-5'9 and most of my friends are around that height as well.. and i'd tell you...... getting in and out and positioning and repositioning my seat... can get annoying.
i like the gs350 because of size and how much room it has inside and for 45 it is a good price if it's loaded.
i like the 335 too but the only thing is they're 50g's fully loaded... i think it's a bit expensive but they look great. i'm starting to like bimmers more and more especially the newer models... they looks so nice and aggressive
if i could do it all over again... i would get a "used" 07 335.
but the cars i was looking at before buying the IS were 335, 04 Lexus LS, 04 g35
i like the IS350, hence why i got one, but i think it's a little small especially when your driving people around. i'm 5'8-5'9 and most of my friends are around that height as well.. and i'd tell you...... getting in and out and positioning and repositioning my seat... can get annoying.
i like the gs350 because of size and how much room it has inside and for 45 it is a good price if it's loaded.
i like the 335 too but the only thing is they're 50g's fully loaded... i think it's a bit expensive but they look great. i'm starting to like bimmers more and more especially the newer models... they looks so nice and aggressive
if i could do it all over again... i would get a "used" 07 335.
but the cars i was looking at before buying the IS were 335, 04 Lexus LS, 04 g35
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For me, it's my favorite car and most enjoyable car to drive I've ever owned. Other than maybe wanting some extra HP once in a while (in any car-who doesn't?), I have no complaints!!!
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can you wait? if so, wait for the A5, test drive it.... TT would be nice too.
I was going to suggest MB C-class with AMG package, but i see that you are looking more at the driving experience side.... oh well...
I did look at the 3-series when i was shopping for my IS, the new E90/92 interior is so boring, no surprise at all
I was going to suggest MB C-class with AMG package, but i see that you are looking more at the driving experience side.... oh well...
I did look at the 3-series when i was shopping for my IS, the new E90/92 interior is so boring, no surprise at all
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Well, for many of us, it isn't sport vs luxury argument, it is purely a reliability issue. My BMW was a train wreck after a mere 18 months of ownership; it needed more servicing than a New York Governor.
Moving to Lexus was a purely reliability decision. Fortunately, luxury came with the package as well. All things considered, it was a good decision, and one that I would make again in a heartbeat. Until a reliable, truly sporty and luxurious car comes along wearing an ///M, /S or /RS badge, I'm happy with my IS.....but 'it ain't perfect', as they say.
(I left out the F badge because, having driven it, it just isn't $20k better than mine......sorry. Maybe the 3IS-F will be better)
Moving to Lexus was a purely reliability decision. Fortunately, luxury came with the package as well. All things considered, it was a good decision, and one that I would make again in a heartbeat. Until a reliable, truly sporty and luxurious car comes along wearing an ///M, /S or /RS badge, I'm happy with my IS.....but 'it ain't perfect', as they say.
(I left out the F badge because, having driven it, it just isn't $20k better than mine......sorry. Maybe the 3IS-F will be better)
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C Class here..but with 40K I can only get C300 instead of top of the line C350.. but with Lexus I can get IS350 with nav and other nice options. C300 had markups and dealers not willing to knock off much from MSRP. Options are expensive (+1000k for auto, not good!!)
So, enough said, IS350 is my choice.
So, enough said, IS350 is my choice.