Where do we go from CLS..(i.e. the next CLS killer) ????
05-13-2002, 11:49 PM
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Where do we go from CLS..(i.e. the next CLS killer) ????
Okay, CLS is the greatest bargain of mid-lux 2-door crusiers..
Where do we go from here... What is the next CLS killer...
Let us say $40k is the target price, 4-doors are also to be considered (acutally perfered)...
My options so far are:
Next 2004 S4.
Next 2004 TL-S
to be looked at:
New Volvos R editions... 300+HP AWD!
New Saabs if ever gets to M performance level
"Dream car":
2004 Audi RS6 :
Where do we go from here... What is the next CLS killer...
Let us say $40k is the target price, 4-doors are also to be considered (acutally perfered)...
My options so far are:
Next 2004 S4.
Next 2004 TL-S
to be looked at:
New Volvos R editions... 300+HP AWD!
New Saabs if ever gets to M performance level
"Dream car":
2004 Audi RS6 :
05-14-2002, 12:26 AM
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In line with CL pricing.....loaded obviously more, the G35 coupe with the 6spd, 18's, Brembos is going to be a smoking hot car- as we all know since its been discussed here alot.
New S4 sounds interesting, the S60R as well. Like the new 9-3 also.
Based on whats coming out, I would pass on the M3 for now.
New S4 sounds interesting, the S60R as well. Like the new 9-3 also.
Based on whats coming out, I would pass on the M3 for now.
05-14-2002, 10:13 AM
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Originally posted by WiLd~CL~TYPS-@SS
330ci
or get a wrx wagon..mod the hell out of it..
330ci
or get a wrx wagon..mod the hell out of it..
Ummm.......we can beat the 330ci in almost all areas as it is now....
05-14-2002, 10:29 AM
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Originally posted by Collective27
Ummm.......we can beat the 330ci in almost all areas as it is now....
Ummm.......we can beat the 330ci in almost all areas as it is now....
and a 330ci is much more quite ..less wind noises..
05-14-2002, 10:41 AM
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Dunno it'll be a while before i buy something new. Who knows what will be out on the market circa 2005 
Hopefully something fuel efficient and reliable 
I will probably end up buying a car just for the track. Of course i'll mod my daily driver but i don't think i'll spend the money on modding the daily driver later like i do with my CLS.
Hopefully something fuel efficient and reliable I will probably end up buying a car just for the track. Of course i'll mod my daily driver but i don't think i'll spend the money on modding the daily driver later like i do with my CLS.
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05-14-2002, 10:50 AM
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Originally posted by WiLd~CL~TYPS-@SS
we cant beat their handling ..that's for sure..
and a 330ci is much more quite ..less wind noises..
we cant beat their handling ..that's for sure..
and a 330ci is much more quite ..less wind noises..
05-14-2002, 12:04 PM
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I fear the '04 S4 is going to be well over $40k ... Hell a loaded 3.0 Quattro is $38k.
The Volvos will be over $40k too.
In the $35-40k segment I think that the 350Z and G35 Coupe will more than hold their own until Honda shows up with either a uber-Accord coupe or a new CL-S.
Also Dodge comes out with the Charger in '04 ... RWD V8. Ford's Mustang on the new chassis should be out in '04 as an '05.
The Volvos will be over $40k too.
In the $35-40k segment I think that the 350Z and G35 Coupe will more than hold their own until Honda shows up with either a uber-Accord coupe or a new CL-S.
Also Dodge comes out with the Charger in '04 ... RWD V8. Ford's Mustang on the new chassis should be out in '04 as an '05.
05-14-2002, 12:37 PM
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I usually have a daily commuter (the TL) and a weeekend toy (the Porsche), so finding a balance is not much of a concern for me. We plan on replacing the TL sometime next year, although I'm tempted to wait until the 2004 TL debuts.
I'm not a fan of Audi/Volkswagen...too many problems. We had a '01 Audi Allroad 2.7T Quattro for seven months, it was horrible. Three alternators, overheating, abnormal oil consumption, odd odors in the cabin (NOT oil), etc. Worst car we've ever owned...and I pity the sucker who bought it. Otherwise, an S4 would be a consideration.
One car that nobody has made mention of here is the next Nissan Maxima, which I am trying to keep close tabs on. If the Accord has enough "balls", I may consider that as well. Time will tell. Whatever it is, I want a manual transmission next...I've been hesitant to modify the TL heavily because it's an automatic...it's just not right.
I'm not a fan of Audi/Volkswagen...too many problems. We had a '01 Audi Allroad 2.7T Quattro for seven months, it was horrible. Three alternators, overheating, abnormal oil consumption, odd odors in the cabin (NOT oil), etc. Worst car we've ever owned...and I pity the sucker who bought it. Otherwise, an S4 would be a consideration.
One car that nobody has made mention of here is the next Nissan Maxima, which I am trying to keep close tabs on. If the Accord has enough "balls", I may consider that as well. Time will tell. Whatever it is, I want a manual transmission next...I've been hesitant to modify the TL heavily because it's an automatic...it's just not right.
05-14-2002, 04:16 PM
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Originally posted by Cee eL eS
w/ a good driver, 330 in stick can hang or beat the 5AT cl-s, the 6spd is a different matter tho...
w/ a good driver, 330 in stick can hang or beat the 5AT cl-s, the 6spd is a different matter tho...
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Back it up: where's the DB Rating on the 330ci
CL-S is Darn Quite inside
CL-S is Darn Quite inside
Originally posted by WiLd~CL~TYPS-@SS
we cant beat their handling ..that's for sure..
and a 330ci is much more quite ..less wind noises..
we cant beat their handling ..that's for sure..
and a 330ci is much more quite ..less wind noises..
05-14-2002, 10:03 PM
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Originally posted by bnavarro
390 Hp supercharged mustang SVT 2004. i know what everone is gonna say, but i still like the car. only 35-40 g's.
390 Hp supercharged mustang SVT 2004. i know what everone is gonna say, but i still like the car. only 35-40 g's.
05-14-2002, 10:07 PM
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I'd take a new Pontiac GTO. Yeah it's a GM, but...LS1 V-8 with at least 300hp, rwd, 6 spd.
I'd take a new Pontiac GTO. Yeah it's a GM, but...LS1 V-8 with at least 300hp, rwd, 6 spd.
That is an intriguing possibility BUT I fear I'll be wishing I was
driving a G35 coupe next year! :sqnteek:
05-14-2002, 10:30 PM
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I'll wait and see what Acura does with the CL-S. Even if they drop it, they'll have to replace it with something sporty with an edge. Maybe they will just keep the TL -S sedan and really move that up a notch.
05-15-2002, 07:01 AM
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Originally posted by caddy
Back it up: where's the DB Rating on the 330ci
CL-S is Darn Quite inside
Back it up: where's the DB Rating on the 330ci
CL-S is Darn Quite inside
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