If you didn't get a 04 TL? What car would you be looking at?
03-15-2004, 08:50 PM
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If you didn't get a 04 TL? What car would you be looking at?
If you didn't get a 04 TL? What car would you be looking at getting? Thanks opinions greatly appreciated.
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03-16-2004, 09:21 AM
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Nissan Maxima (and pray every day that it did not break down and curse the three year warranty) or the Accord, and check my driving soul at the door.
No Infiniti dealers in town, so the G35 was out. Hated the the Lexus ES (a car for my father, not me), and the IS was too small, the car seat did not fit.
Mazda6 was not too bad either.
No Infiniti dealers in town, so the G35 was out. Hated the the Lexus ES (a car for my father, not me), and the IS was too small, the car seat did not fit.
Mazda6 was not too bad either.
03-16-2004, 09:21 AM
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I'm looking at the TL as well as the RX-8. I know they are two complete different cars, but I have always liked the RX-7s and I love the way the 8 drives. I guess it'll come down to practicality and comfort versus the feel of a great sports car. 
03-16-2004, 10:15 AM
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I would have kept my 2002 TL-P and just put Comptech headers and exhaust on it to go along with the Comptech springs it already had.
Or I would have looked at a 330xi.
Or I would have looked at a 330xi.
03-16-2004, 01:45 PM
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The CTS, especially now that it is up to 255 from 220.
The S60 was in the running till I had one as my loaner today, it's small.
The Accord Coupe was next in line.
Don't like the fronts of the G's so they were out.
Complain about gas prices now ?? Afford gas for most bmw's where mileage is their last concern. Performance first.
Might have started to look at an A6.
The S60 was in the running till I had one as my loaner today, it's small.
The Accord Coupe was next in line.
Don't like the fronts of the G's so they were out.
Complain about gas prices now ?? Afford gas for most bmw's where mileage is their last concern. Performance first.
Might have started to look at an A6.
03-16-2004, 05:05 PM
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I looked at:
G35 sedan
Nissan Maxima
Volvo S60
Nissan Murano
Lincoln LS
Jaguar X-type
Cadillac CTS
but when it came down to it.....Tl beats them all!
G35 sedan
Nissan Maxima
Volvo S60
Nissan Murano
Lincoln LS
Jaguar X-type
Cadillac CTS
but when it came down to it.....Tl beats them all!
03-16-2004, 05:35 PM
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There is no other car. But, if I had to pick...I loved the TSX but thought it was too slow. I'd take a serious look at the 2005 Subaru Legacy GT.
2.5L Turbocharged DOHC 4 cylinder
250hp@6000RPM, 250Torque@3600RPM
Reinforced 5spd manual tranmission
Optional 5spd automatic Sportshift VTD all wheel drive
4wheel ventilated disc brakes with ABS
Outside mirrors with integrated turn signals
17" 5spoke alloy wheels
Front and front side airbags
Front and rear side curtain airbags
Sport design heated front seats
6disc CD player
2.5L Turbocharged DOHC 4 cylinder
250hp@6000RPM, 250Torque@3600RPM
Reinforced 5spd manual tranmission
Optional 5spd automatic Sportshift VTD all wheel drive
4wheel ventilated disc brakes with ABS
Outside mirrors with integrated turn signals
17" 5spoke alloy wheels
Front and front side airbags
Front and rear side curtain airbags
Sport design heated front seats
6disc CD player
03-16-2004, 06:02 PM
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2004 Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution w/Vishnu Tuning Stage 1 Signature upgrade
or
2004 Acura TSX 6MT w/Navi (followed by sending it to Vortech Superchargers offering it for R&D)
or
2004 BMW M3 Convertible
or
2004 Acura TSX 6MT w/Navi (followed by sending it to Vortech Superchargers offering it for R&D)
or
2004 BMW M3 Convertible
03-16-2004, 06:18 PM
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Considered:
G35x AWD Sedan
G35 Coupe
'05 Legacy Sedan (until my current Outback started falling apart on me)
Should be picking up a TL 5AT non-Navi tonight or Thursday.
G35x AWD Sedan
G35 Coupe
'05 Legacy Sedan (until my current Outback started falling apart on me)
Should be picking up a TL 5AT non-Navi tonight or Thursday.
03-16-2004, 06:28 PM
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Test drove 325i, G35s, ES330, and S60R. Had on list but didn't drive Lincoln LS, Mercury Marauder, and Chrysler 300c. Almost bought the Volvo but couldn't agree on price. Didn't get to drive the others because TL dealer gave me an offer I couldn't refuse. In the end, the TL was the best value and as a 2k TL owner, I knew I wouldn't regret getting another. Have had mine for about 10 days now (WDP/parch/AT/nonav) and don't!
03-16-2004, 08:10 PM
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I test drove numerous models, it eventually came down to either the TL or a G35C. I've only recently learned of Nissan's plans to update the G's interior for 05. Done right, that could turn an already terrific car for the money into an unbelievable value.
