"iSureWilll" (isurewilll)
12/03/2015 at 17:19 • Filed to: None
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"iSureWilll" (isurewilll)
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Family member of mine is looking at a new AWD IS300. Roughly $40k. What are some other options for a brand new car in the $40k range in this category? Not interested in a used vehicle. What would you choose and why?
My citroen won't start
> iSureWilll
12/03/2015 at 17:23 |
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2015 C300, I love the Lexus but the Merc is a better car, believe me.
asindhidude
> iSureWilll
12/03/2015 at 17:24 |
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S3
Azrek
> iSureWilll
12/03/2015 at 17:24 |
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Caddy ATS is in that range. It is a slick car.
Sam
> iSureWilll
12/03/2015 at 17:24 |
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What if our suggestion is the Lexus? Also, that’s Tom Wood Lexus, isn’t it?
EL_ULY
> iSureWilll
12/03/2015 at 17:24 |
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Does this family member plan on owning this car for a long time?
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asindhidude
> asindhidude
12/03/2015 at 17:24 |
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Because fast, AWD, more fun that Lexus, and I love that interior. Get it in yellow.
Jordan and the Slowrunner, Boomer Intensifies
> iSureWilll
12/03/2015 at 17:27 |
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Tacoma TRD Offroad in blue.
jkm7680
> iSureWilll
12/03/2015 at 17:29 |
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S4. Because awesome.
For Sweden
> iSureWilll
12/03/2015 at 17:29 |
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A 485 horsepower Dodge Charger Scat Pack starts right at $40k. You can pick up a more pedestrian 370 horsepower R/T for considerably less.
djmt1
> iSureWilll
12/03/2015 at 17:31 |
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Jag XE
Partly because supporting local community but mostly because British Racing Green.
Supreme Chancellor and Glorious Leader SaveTheIntegras
> iSureWilll
12/03/2015 at 17:35 |
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the IS...cause i love the looks, Lexus build quality, and Lexus reliability
Textured Soy Protein
> iSureWilll
12/03/2015 at 17:37 |
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For an awd nice commuter car I’d probably pick the Acura TLX SH-AWD over the IS300 AWD. I’ve just never been a Lexus fan and the current styling bugs me.
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iSureWilll
> Sam
12/03/2015 at 17:41 |
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Haha it may just be. Not sure which dealer they went to. Most likely the Greenwood location.
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iSureWilll
> EL_ULY
12/03/2015 at 17:41 |
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Most likely yes.
TractorPillow
> iSureWilll
12/03/2015 at 17:42 |
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A Mazda 6 and an awesome European vacation.
ADabOfOppo; Gone Plaid (Instructables Can Be Confusable)
> My citroen won't start
12/03/2015 at 17:42 |
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Only if leased, or still under warranty.
I’d take the Lexus over a Merc past their warranty without hesitation.
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Sam
> iSureWilll
12/03/2015 at 17:45 |
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You should go up there with them. If anything, you can go to Tom Wood Jaguar in the same complex. They have many, many F-Types. And Lexus has many, many RC-Fs.
Are you in Indy? Because we could meet up sometime.
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EL_ULY
> iSureWilll
12/03/2015 at 17:46 |
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I’d get the Lexus then :]
Future next gen S2000 owner
> iSureWilll
12/03/2015 at 17:46 |
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ATS is in that range. It is the one I would go with. Also A4 would be right there as well.
AM3R shamefully returns
> djmt1
12/03/2015 at 17:51 |
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Holy hell that looks great.. If I can get one exactly like that with 3 pedals consider me sold.
JQJ213- Now With An Extra Cylinder!
> iSureWilll
12/03/2015 at 17:52 |
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Volvo S60. I’m biased but it think it looks miles ahead of the Lexus.
T5, T5 AWD, or even T6 AWD all fall around that price. And you’ll get the best seats ever.
Moves-Like-Senna
> iSureWilll
12/03/2015 at 17:52 |
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Cadillac ATS should be within the range with similar reliability.
Chan - Mid-engine with cabin fever
> For Sweden
12/03/2015 at 17:58 |
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I like this idea.
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iSureWilll
> Sam
12/03/2015 at 17:59 |
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Used to be in Indy. I live in Jersey now but grew up in the area. I appreciate the offer though!
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djmt1
> AM3R shamefully returns
12/03/2015 at 18:00 |
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Diesel only for the manuals until the new petrol engines are out which won’t be for a while.
HammerheadFistpunch
> djmt1
12/03/2015 at 18:06 |
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Making a 3 series competitor without a 3rd pedal cause the new engines aren’t ready? Ingenium!
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HammerheadFistpunch
> iSureWilll
12/03/2015 at 18:14 |
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Truth is, if they are shopping for an AWD IS, their mind is made up. They want a Lexus and they want AWD and they don’t want an RX...this is a game of which Lexus isn’t the things they don’t want and can also afford.
E92M3
> iSureWilll
12/03/2015 at 18:22 |
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http://www.roadandtrack.com/new-cars/road-…
I would get a 335i myself. If they get the F-Sport maybe they could still be considered family.
Rico
> Textured Soy Protein
12/03/2015 at 18:22 |
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TLX is probably roomier too, IS is really more of a compact sedan.
DarkCreamyBeer
> iSureWilll
12/03/2015 at 18:26 |
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Shopping the same segment this spring, I bought an A4. I don't regret it.
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Sam
> iSureWilll
12/03/2015 at 18:34 |
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If you're ever back in town, you know how to contact me. It involves a spotlight and a large stencil shaped like an eggplant. Or just contact me here.
sm70- why not Duesenberg?
> iSureWilll
12/03/2015 at 18:42 |
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My grandmorther was in the market for a similar car. She wound up with a Cadillac ATS Performance, which I’d say is worth a look. I’d also take a look at the Infiniti Q50 and an Audi A3.
Smallbear wants a modern Syclone, local Maple Leafs spammer
> iSureWilll
12/03/2015 at 18:43 |
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Duramax Colorado.
Now for your situation, Scat Pack Charger. Or, if you have a extra 5k, SS even though it’s down on power.
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iSureWilll
> Sam
12/03/2015 at 18:51 |
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I think I'll go with the eggplant shaped spotlight aimed at the Chase building downtown.
Nymphicus Hollandicus
> iSureWilll
12/03/2015 at 19:18 |
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The IS is a very good car, and there are several alternatives to this car. The german 3, Acura TLX, Infiniti Q50, Cadillac ATS, Lincoln MKZ, Volvo S60 and so on, can’t go wrong with any of these.
IF it was my money, I would probably get a BMW 3-series or Cadillac ATS since they’re excellent performers. I’ve heard the new Audi A4 is fantastic so I could consider that.