I'm having a major dilemma!! Used Gs400 or 2003 TLS?
04-17-2002, 08:46 PM
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Get a certified GS400. I think a 99 with 35K miles for $27K is a very good deal, esp. if it's certified...a steal.
Drive the car, it'll "move" you! As a 540i SP owner, I was very impressed with the GS430's handling. IMO, def. a myth about GS4's being floaty. They are IMO as capable as a 540i in terms of handling.
When you get sick of the GS4, you can always go for a 540i
Sorry 1SickLex, had to get that one in there.
Drive the car, it'll "move" you! As a 540i SP owner, I was very impressed with the GS430's handling. IMO, def. a myth about GS4's being floaty. They are IMO as capable as a 540i in terms of handling.
When you get sick of the GS4, you can always go for a 540i
Sorry 1SickLex, had to get that one in there.
04-18-2002, 11:18 AM
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Originally posted by hemants
"Uhh don't most people borrow money from their bank when they buy a car? "
The G35 is the Z car engine detuned by 20hp
"Uhh don't most people borrow money from their bank when they buy a car? "
The G35 is the Z car engine detuned by 20hp
04-18-2002, 11:47 AM
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"No kids yet"
In that case I'd use the opportunity to enjoy a more nimble automobile.
eg. Drive an IS300 and a GS400 back to back and you'll see that they are quite different in how they feel.
The GS is about as sporty as a car of that size can be but it's still a boat.
In that case I'd use the opportunity to enjoy a more nimble automobile.
eg. Drive an IS300 and a GS400 back to back and you'll see that they are quite different in how they feel.
The GS is about as sporty as a car of that size can be but it's still a boat.
04-18-2002, 01:58 PM
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g35 HAS 260HP, 350 FAIRLADY has 280hp, G35coupe 275 I believe.
Yes the IS is a simple joy to drive, I love getting one as a loaner or for a test drive.
But I can take my car on a power lunch at work with 4/5 people and you can't do that in the IS to tough. And the trunk is pretty large to me in the 400, when I go outta town, this helps.
LOL!
Yes the IS is a simple joy to drive, I love getting one as a loaner or for a test drive.
But I can take my car on a power lunch at work with 4/5 people and you can't do that in the IS to tough. And the trunk is pretty large to me in the 400, when I go outta town, this helps.
When you get sick of the GS4, you can always go for a 540i
04-18-2002, 03:55 PM
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Originally posted by Mr. Bo Jangles
True, I guess you have a point but that's what my 401k is for. I guess I'm not too concerned about retirement right now since I'm only 26.
I'm starting to get confused now on what I should do. Hold on to my car which has 120,000 miles on it or get something with lower miles or go for the brand new car (TLS/G35).
Right now I'm making 50g's a year right now so I think I would be able to afford about a $30,000 car. Rent is only $700/month and my only other bills are paying off a $6,000 debt.
True, I guess you have a point but that's what my 401k is for. I guess I'm not too concerned about retirement right now since I'm only 26.
I'm starting to get confused now on what I should do. Hold on to my car which has 120,000 miles on it or get something with lower miles or go for the brand new car (TLS/G35).
Right now I'm making 50g's a year right now so I think I would be able to afford about a $30,000 car. Rent is only $700/month and my only other bills are paying off a $6,000 debt.
get something more practical. Just my suggestion if you want a
nice house before 30. If you're not concerned with a house down
payment, or possible marriage costs then go for it. But, 40 bucks
in debt is a big depreciating hole. Figure you make $1200 dollar
a month payments on that debt you'll be at zero cash value at
age 29 or so. Don't want to be a hater... just some scary stuff to
think over.
04-18-2002, 04:02 PM
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Originally posted by Closer
So you're looking at a $40,000 dollar debt at age 26. I would say,
get something more practical. Just my suggestion if you want a
nice house before 30. If you're not concerned with a house down
payment, or possible marriage costs then go for it. But, 40 bucks
in debt is a big depreciating hole. Figure you make $1200 dollar
a month payments on that debt you'll be at zero cash value at
age 29 or so. Don't want to be a hater... just some scary stuff to
think over.
So you're looking at a $40,000 dollar debt at age 26. I would say,
get something more practical. Just my suggestion if you want a
nice house before 30. If you're not concerned with a house down
payment, or possible marriage costs then go for it. But, 40 bucks
in debt is a big depreciating hole. Figure you make $1200 dollar
a month payments on that debt you'll be at zero cash value at
age 29 or so. Don't want to be a hater... just some scary stuff to
think over.
04-18-2002, 11:10 PM
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Originally posted by hemants
The GS is about as sporty as a car of that size can be but it's still a boat.
The GS is about as sporty as a car of that size can be but it's still a boat.
04-19-2002, 07:22 AM
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Originally posted by thejavagod
The GS definitely has a "fast car" image. The problem with the TLS is that I've heard too many people say its an "old man's" car
The GS definitely has a "fast car" image. The problem with the TLS is that I've heard too many people say its an "old man's" car
04-19-2002, 12:09 PM
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Originally posted by jinu117
I don't think he gave us how much income he makes... Maybe your financial situation is such. He might be making 6 digits easily. Who knows. (Personally, with such low interest rate now a day, the remainder of money saved from financing could be used in investment given good credit rates now)
I don't think he gave us how much income he makes... Maybe your financial situation is such. He might be making 6 digits easily. Who knows. (Personally, with such low interest rate now a day, the remainder of money saved from financing could be used in investment given good credit rates now)
debt he's in. I'd be a jerk if I wasn't being honest in my advice.
But, all good.
04-19-2002, 01:31 PM
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Originally posted by Closer
Read again... he told us how much he makes and how much in
debt he's in. I'd be a jerk if I wasn't being honest in my advice.
But, all good.
Read again... he told us how much he makes and how much in
debt he's in. I'd be a jerk if I wasn't being honest in my advice.
But, all good.
If Mr. Bo is making 50k before tax... I gotta agree that $30k+ car is going to be a life style changing purchase. Since he seems to be single (take home about 34k or so), insurance + car payments would most likely be in $800 a month range. The debt ratio will be in 25% range or higher. Most of people I've known at that range can't afford other things in life too freely. (granted the person is saving)
Now, if he is making 50k after tax... totally different story. I myself only makes about 60k after tax and have no problem paying 2 car bills (01 accord & 03 G35). Still saving decent amount of money on side.
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