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Old 02-17-2013, 06:41 PM
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What other car beside TL would you buy?

Other than the TL what other car would you buy and why? BMW 3/5 series, G35/37, Audi A4/A6, or other. Why would or would not you buy another brand?
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Lexus IS350 or G35 sedan is an alternative.
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Sold my TL last summer and bought an 11 STi. I still lurk the forum though. I like this place haha.

Bought it for a little more power and better handling. I like my twisties.
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I want a new 5.0. If I didn't drive so much for work id probably have one by now. There isn't too much out there that has what the 3G has...decent power, styling, reliability, comfort, and MPGssss.

i think i'll be keeping it for a while
Old 02-17-2013, 07:29 PM
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Besides my 08 TL Type S off the top of my head I would consider these vehicles:
-2012+ Lexus GS350 F Sport
-2012+ Acura TL SH-AWD Advance
-2014 Jeep Grand Cherokee Overland
-C6 Z06 Corvette

I know they are all very different vehicles, but those are a few that interest me.
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Not much. I prefer manuals, but sadly there aren't many cars even offered with them anymore. I think there's only half a dozen cars out now that you can even get with a V6, manual and 4 doors.

If Acura made a TSX wagon with a V6 and a 6 speed, I would be all over that.
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335/ g37 / sti
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Sorry dude, I don't think the guys or the jet come with the Zonda :ghey:
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I wouldn't mind a V6 Accord, or a Honda Element.
I am factoring in what I can actually afford........
Would actually love a Buick Lacrosse, to get random. (over 50 alert!!)

It's pretty amazing: I can't think of any car the size of ours, with the power and handling, that gets these MPG's. I've gotten 29+mpg's my last 2 tanks. Combined city/hwy

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Probably a B8 S4 or the new 2014 M3 sedan.
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g8 gxp... or the new chevy ss when it comes out!
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Or a 4G TL SH AWD.
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I drove a 08 G35x and a 07 328i back to back yesterday. The 328i only had 36000 miles and I have been looking at the 3-series off and on for a few months. I really liked both cars and the BMW was a blast to drive and so well balanced. The damn car just works well. When I got into the G35 I thought much more bang for the buck. It was really nice and it drove and handled very well but overall not as balanced as the 328. But one place where it shines is the motor. My god it has some horsepower and torque. The 328 almost feels like a 70's car inside in comparison as the G35 is luxurious and well equipped. Only bitch is the MPG's. That is where I like the TL and FWD is nice in inclement weather. That was the main reason I bought the TL and its smoooooth and quiet. Overall just a nice functional car with great reliability.
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Another Evo or an S4 again.
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When I was shopping for a daily driver, I strongly considered a TSX in addition to the TL. Given that both the TSX and TL were selling for the same price in my area, I got the TL. It's just more car than the TSX. I had also looked at an A3.

My other car is a 2007 S2000
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guys, the op is asking what car would you BUY, not what you wish you had.
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Originally Posted by sleeper22
Other than the TL what other car would you buy...
I have TWO TLs...
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I would want IS350, but no MT. So no way
I would want G37, but no, everyone has it. That car has no class anymore
I would want 335, but naaah would need money to mod it and play with it + I am not Asian
All Asian Students drive that in Boston

E43 M3, hell yeah... if not, 330i zhp
B5 S4, oh yeah

Edit: Ohh that's because of my budget for now.

I love
B7 RS4 or B8 S4

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Old 02-18-2013, 12:33 AM
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Something I could actually afford: New C7 Stingray OR the BMW S1000RR

Something I could want forever: Lexus LFA
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If only this sexy beast was available in the States....

http://s1067.beta.photobucket.com/us...fdb76.mp4.html
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Henna Red E30 M3 with low miles in great condition. I'm surprised no one mentioned the E30 yet.
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Something I can actually afford, Buick Regal GS 6 speed.
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Originally Posted by DaeHanMeenGuk
Henna Red E30 M3 with low miles in great condition. I'm surprised no one mentioned the E30 yet.
Who wouldn't want that but not as a DD after a TL.
I would feel bad for that car being a daily
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Originally Posted by ff4930
guys, the op is asking what car would you BUY, not what you wish you had.
wow, buzz kill.
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Would love to have this:

Almost bought one of these:
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The few I would consider getting rid of the TL for:
FR-S 6MT, Whiteout paint
370z 6MT, Sport Package, Pearl White paint, Persimmon (orange) Leather
ATS 2.0T 6MT Performance Package, Cold Weather Package, Opulent Blue Metallic paint, Black Leather

Or in a world where I made more money,
09+ CTS-V Wagon 6MT, Recaro seats, Luggage rack, Black wheels, Black Raven paint, Black leather.
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Originally Posted by ff4930
guys, the op is asking what car would you BUY, not what you wish you had.
o rly?

"Other than the TL what other car would you buy and why? BMW 3/5 series, G35/37, Audi A4/A6, or other. Why would or would not you buy another brand?"

I don't want any of those. I want an Aventador.
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Volvo S60 Type R, it's badass but I heard volvo's latest cars are shit and fall apart, if that's true than I'd get a 2014 Mazda 6 Diesel.
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