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May 08, 2017, 01:47 PM
golddot
Advice needed on high end car purchase please
Hello, I am looking at buying a NICE used/CPO car to travel in soon (next 60 days). I have not had a nice car since i graduated boot camp in 1989 LOL (it was a 1989 LX 5.0 mustang BTW)..I am looking for a car that has name recognition, reliablility and is comfortable for long (6 hours or more) trips.
I have it narrowed to CPO Lexus IS 250/350, a CPO BMW 3 or 5 series and lastly a new or like new Charger RT

I live in the sticks so it is impossible for me to run to a service center to fix or repair my cars. Reliability is key and quality built is important. Any suggestions or things/models to stay away from???


thanks, shawn
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May 08, 2017, 01:51 PM
cmr076
What's your budget? there are a LOT of cars that fall in the bmw 3 and 5 series range. Of the ones listed, the Lexus will probably be the easiest on you for maintenance.


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May 08, 2017, 01:53 PM
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Lexus will be the most reliable hands down. The 250 is under powered.


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May 08, 2017, 01:54 PM
OKCGene
Lexus. When you need a repair, it's common to find a Toyota or Lexus mechanic. However it wont be in the shop much and maintenance is a breeze.

BMW out of warranty will eat your pocketbook.
May 08, 2017, 01:55 PM
calugo
Lexis for longevity and reliability. BMW is nice but expensive to maintain.
May 08, 2017, 01:55 PM
Aeteocles
Of the 3, I'd pick the 5 series simply based on the vehicle class. A mid size sedan will be more comfortable than a smaller car, all else equal. The longer wheel base will smooth out the road, and the wider stance and heavier weight will give the vehicle more stability.
May 08, 2017, 01:57 PM
Shaql
Sport sedans, or coupes for that matter, are not 6-hour-drive vehicles.

Why don't you look at a Nissan Maxima, Toyota Camry, Honda Accord, or a Infiniti G37 or something along those lines.




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May 08, 2017, 01:57 PM
h2oys
If you end up with a "certified" used BMW it will come with a 7-year 100k mileage warranty.
May 08, 2017, 01:57 PM
JALLEN
I have driven IS250/350 models as courtesy cars while my other Lexus's were in for scheduled maintenance. I would not judge them as comfortable in any sense of the term.

I have had a number of ES300/350s over the years, and found them reliable and comfortable.

I have owned two LS430's. These are the best cars, comfortable, reliable, safe, powerful and safe. I have a 2004 now with 170,000 miles.

I also have a 2009 RX350. This too has been very satisfactory, good power, astonishing mileage, great handling.



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May 08, 2017, 01:59 PM
smlsig
Lexus for ease of maintenance and reliability.
M5 for the absolute fun of it.


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May 08, 2017, 02:03 PM
chellim1
quote:
Originally posted by Shaql:
Sport sedans, or coupes for that matter, are not 6-hour-drive vehicles.

Why don't you look at a Nissan Maxima, Toyota Camry, Honda Accord, or a Infiniti G37 or something along those lines.


The 5 series BMW would be a comfortable ride.... but I agree on the above for maintenance, it would be expensive.

You mention the Honda Accord but not the higher line Acura models. I've had good luck with my Acuras.


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May 08, 2017, 02:26 PM
DonDraper
Go drive an Audi A6. If you like the 3 series BMW - you should at least go drive VW GTI Autobahn or Golf "R"


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May 08, 2017, 02:38 PM
golddot
forgot to add, my budget is 30K


thanks, shawn
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May 08, 2017, 02:42 PM
golddot
i was guessing the Lexus would be reliable, I am not an Acura fella and i REALLY like the LOOKS of the 250/350. I am not worried about power or speed, or even economy so much as I am reliability and comfort.


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May 08, 2017, 02:43 PM
golddot
I have a toyota dealer w/n 45 mins..BMW or Audi closest is over 3 hrs away..


thanks, shawn
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May 08, 2017, 02:43 PM
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I lease every 3 years. No worry about repairs, I'm never out of warranty.


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May 08, 2017, 02:44 PM
golddot
quote:
Originally posted by JALLEN:
I have driven IS250/350 models as courtesy cars while my other Lexus's were in for scheduled maintenance. I would not judge them as comfortable in any sense of the term.

I have had a number of ES300/350s over the years, and found them reliable and comfortable.

I have owned two LS430's. These are the best cars, comfortable, reliable, safe, powerful and safe. I have a 2004 now with 170,000 miles.

I also have a 2009 RX350. This too has been very satisfactory, good power, astonishing mileage, great handling.




Jallen, do you mean to say those 250/350's were not comfortable?


thanks, shawn
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May 08, 2017, 02:44 PM
PD
quote:
Originally posted by DonDraper:
Go drive an Audi A6. If you like the 3 series BMW - you should at least go drive VW GTI Autobahn or Golf "R"


I think Shawn said reliability is an important factor. Wink
May 08, 2017, 02:50 PM
skyline009
Lexus IS250 under power, IS 350 heavily understeer, if you perfer this boring car then get the ES 350 , atleast reliable and comfortable.
May 08, 2017, 02:53 PM
jimmy123x
quote:
Originally posted by Shaql:
Sport sedans, or coupes for that matter, are not 6-hour-drive vehicles.

Why don't you look at a Nissan Maxima, Toyota Camry, Honda Accord, or a Infiniti G37 or something along those lines.


I agree.....an IS or 3 series will NOT be comfortable for a 6 hour drive. I'd look towards a GS lexus. I'd rule out BMW just because of the repairs and cost of ownership.

The challenger is something totally different.....