what would you choose
01-31-2005, 08:19 AM
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Out of that bunch, the TSX hands down!!!
01-31-2005, 08:44 AM
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Originally Posted by CGTSX2004
TSX, without a doubt. I don't like the Boxster and the Mini is too small. The BMW and the Audi are both overpriced after options.
Just looking at the choices, the TSX has decent performance, sharp looks, good handling, great amenities and build quality that the others cant even come close to all for well under $30G.
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01-31-2005, 10:59 AM
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Tsx
Edit: Because it is a well rounded package. Decent room, decently powerful engine, nice manual tranny available, ass kicking guages, plenty of aftermarket, and very reliable.
BMW 325i: leaves you wanting more I guess.
A4: not bad, but I've "heard" that they have electrical problems
Mini: too damn small. another one of those trendy "fad" cars to some
Boxster: too small again (I'm 6'3"). many have the attitude that its not a "real" Porsche.
Edit: Because it is a well rounded package. Decent room, decently powerful engine, nice manual tranny available, ass kicking guages, plenty of aftermarket, and very reliable.
BMW 325i: leaves you wanting more I guess.
A4: not bad, but I've "heard" that they have electrical problems
Mini: too damn small. another one of those trendy "fad" cars to some
Boxster: too small again (I'm 6'3"). many have the attitude that its not a "real" Porsche.
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01-31-2005, 02:33 PM
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out of that list i'd take the A4.
mostly because i could use AWD.
mostly because i could use AWD.
01-31-2005, 02:42 PM
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if you have the money to buy in and upkeep a BMW, along with some guts to hope it functions well, the BMW 325i is great. ONLY problem is, the new one comes out soon.
Otherwise, buy a TSX. If you want a 325i sport package but don't have the money, get a TSX A-Spec (overpriced, IMO).
Otherwise, buy a TSX. If you want a 325i sport package but don't have the money, get a TSX A-Spec (overpriced, IMO).
01-31-2005, 02:50 PM
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1) 2005 BMW 325i - not reliable, much more $$$
2) 2005 Audi A4 - poor service, looses value fast
3) 2005 Acura TSX - best of the bunch, good value & reliability
4) 2005 Mini Cooper S - very small, but fun
5) 1999 Porsche Boxster - doesn't compare, in a class of its own, very small
2) 2005 Audi A4 - poor service, looses value fast
3) 2005 Acura TSX - best of the bunch, good value & reliability
4) 2005 Mini Cooper S - very small, but fun
5) 1999 Porsche Boxster - doesn't compare, in a class of its own, very small
to all of the above. If I was to get a good deal, however, my first pick would be the A4 and then the TSX.
01-31-2005, 03:17 PM
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Why does everyone say the Mini is so small, its not. There is plenty of room inside, and you can haul a fair amount of stuff, just plan on losing the rear seat. Plus they are insanely fun to drive. It handles like a go-kart.
And your list is a little mixed. The Mini S and Boxster are out of place in the list. It also depends on your needs. The Boxster is not practical, the BMW won't be as good in the snow as the others, the Audis are expensive to maintain, and the the TSX is good all around. So is the Mini, but its slightly smaller.
And your list is a little mixed. The Mini S and Boxster are out of place in the list. It also depends on your needs. The Boxster is not practical, the BMW won't be as good in the snow as the others, the Audis are expensive to maintain, and the the TSX is good all around. So is the Mini, but its slightly smaller.
01-31-2005, 03:36 PM
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TSX
It's still the best value in it's class. The LGT is a nice option if you prefer something a little faster and don't mind losing a little reliability in the process.
It's still the best value in it's class. The LGT is a nice option if you prefer something a little faster and don't mind losing a little reliability in the process.
01-31-2005, 04:48 PM
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Originally Posted by DownUnder
Originally Posted by ShopTalker
none of the above
01-31-2005, 04:53 PM
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You are on an Acura board so it's fairly obvious that everyone is going to go for the Acura. I'd personally go for the '05 A4, especially if it's the new body style. If the new Audis have that ugly black bumper strip under the taillight, however, go to a body shop and get it painted. If it's the current body style you could probably get a sweet deal on it too.
01-31-2005, 05:02 PM
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Originally Posted by Dan Martin
What do you guys have against the TSX? Everyone is entitled to an opinion, I'm just curious...
01-31-2005, 06:05 PM
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Originally Posted by Dan Martin
What do you guys have against the TSX? Everyone is entitled to an opinion, I'm just curious...
Put a V6 in it, and it might be another story...
01-31-2005, 06:32 PM
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Originally Posted by GreenMonster
Put a V6 in it, and it might be another story...
and RWD would be nice also. IMO the TSX is the best looking Acura sedan, I'll give it that.
01-31-2005, 09:08 PM
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Originally Posted by ianS
TSX for sure. I have both a BMW (loaded E46 328i) and a TSX in my garage, so I won't be bias.
