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Old 04-27-10, 07:08 AM
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Wow very nice! I love the color combo.

If I may ask, how much $$ did it set you back?

How do you feel the overall quality rates vs the 430? I've only sat in one 460 and it seemed less well put-together than the 430, though it could have been this one example.
Old 04-27-10, 11:25 AM
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Wow, huge congrats on the new 460

that is about the only excuse I'll accept for getting a 460
Old 04-27-10, 11:26 AM
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damn Tee!! way to step up!....that will be my next car!
Old 04-28-10, 06:10 AM
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Originally Posted by LRoy430ul
Congrats on the new ride Tee, it looks great!
Thx!

Originally Posted by thinkin
Wow very nice! I love the color combo.

If I may ask, how much $$ did it set you back?

How do you feel the overall quality rates vs the 430? I've only sat in one 460 and it seemed less well put-together than the 430, though it could have been this one example.
Thx, I saved 8K vs buying in GA and the 460 is put together very well! I posted some of my thoughts between the 430 & 460 on page 3.

Originally Posted by GS3Tek
Wow, huge congrats on the new 460

that is about the only excuse I'll accept for getting a 460
LOL! I thought it was a decent excuse, thx buddy!

Originally Posted by junjdm
damn Tee!! way to step up!....that will be my next car!
Thx Jun!

Man that is scary just thinking about what you will do to it!
Old 04-28-10, 03:25 PM
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Originally Posted by Tee
So far I have notice

-Power! The 460 pwr is instant and is intoxicating, def causes a side effect of heavy foot itis.

-The growl of the V8 with a low rumble from the exhaust when standing behind the car. 460 is quiet until you squeeze on the gas, she comes alive with a roar!
Would you mind elaborating a bit on the power difference and how the 460's engine feels? The engine specs have excited me since it was released but I'd love to hear a bit more from a new, happy owner. Romantic as possible please

And how are you liking the 8-speed? What speed would you say it shifts to 6,7,8 at? How does the sport shifting feel with that many gears? Do the shifts come quite quickly?

Thanks for you insight. I think I might be one of many who has caught 460 curiosity fever recently due to this thread
Old 06-11-10, 11:58 AM
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NICE! Can't wait to see what you do to it.
Old 06-11-10, 12:40 PM
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How did i miss this lol nice jump frm the 430 bro, how u like it?? I know u got sutn planned
Old 06-11-10, 12:54 PM
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congrats on the 460!
Old 06-11-10, 08:47 PM
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KayGee NICE! Can't wait to see what you do to it.

ViPCeo How did i miss this lol nice jump frm the 430 bro, how u like it?? I know u got sutn planned

jadu congrats on the 460!
Thx all, def have the plans in play but in slo-mo so I'm trying to be patient. Far as how I like it, I'm loving it although it did take some getting use too. I was so use to how the 430 drove b/c the 430 & 460 are two different animals. Once you realize that, you reboot and start over processing the 460 strengths and weaknesses.

I like....
-Instant engine response
-Body style
-Tech,
-Feel of the road
-HWY cruising,
-Powerful braking,
-Aux port
-Hi-Rez 7' NAV screen,
-LED lighting
-Sound of the engine
-Cooled seats
-Quiet turn signal

I don't like..
-Front Seats (Back is too narrow,430 is wider)
-Projectors are meh (430's wider & better light output)
-Leather material vs (430's was softer)
-Missing Vol set button
-Coin tray (no seperation slots)

More likes than dislikes, all and all very happy with the 460 move.
Old 06-13-10, 03:15 PM
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Very nice car! Any I think the guys at Park Place are honest and fair... trying to buy a Toyota from them now.. for my wife... Lexus is too small.
Old 06-13-10, 07:28 PM
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Thx!

I have high praise for PP Lexus (Plano, TX) they really took care of me, I can't speak for their Toyota dealership but if they level of srv is consistant across the board, then you are in good shape. Good luck!
Old 06-24-10, 09:29 PM
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Great job Tee... sad to see you move to the 460 boards! Don't be a stranger.
Old 06-29-10, 06:53 PM
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Thx Keith, I post here more than the 460 board.
Old 06-29-10, 11:03 PM
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Appreciate your comments between the 430 and 460. I'm getting to that stage of a replacement so these comparisons are
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