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05-18-2007, 06:04 AM
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Re: Lexus IS 350 or BMW 335i/xi
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[ QUOTE ] The 335 will most likely blow the doors off whatever you are driving. So not all 3 series are jokes. I just don't see any way I'm ever paying 50K for the 335 when the g35 is right up there in all categories for like 12K less. OH, and the 50K price tag didn't even inlcude navigation... [/ QUOTE ] 335 0-60: ~4.8 - 5.0 sec G35 0-60: ~5.2 - 5.5 sec IS350 0-60: ~5.5sec *** note: I just realized that 2007 model G35's have considerably more power than 2006 & earlier. The 2006's and back do between 6.0 and 6.5s 0-60, so it's actually a lot closer. [/ QUOTE ] It's faster now. The new 2008 G37 adds more power. Bigger Picture Here http://www.edmunds.com/insideline/do...ticleId=120061 
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#35
05-18-2007, 11:39 AM
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Re: Lexus IS 350 or BMW 335i/xi
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I will soon be buying a new sport sedan. My initial choice was the Lexus IS 350 because I liked the 306 HP and 4.09 gear which makes the car go fast. I also really like the exterior style. However, I live in Minnesota and even though the past 5+ winters have been mild, I am cautious about buying a rear wheel drive car. The BMW 335i comes in All Wheel Drive (xi) in addition to Rear Wheel. I test drove a 335i yesterday and was impressed with its acceleration, particularly when shifting the automatic transmission. The IS 350 includes paddle shifters as does the 335i (xi does not). So, can I get some opinions on IS 350 vs 335i(xi)? Also, should I get AWD which basically limits my choice to the BMW? [/ QUOTE ] I have a 2007 BMW 335i Coupe (premium pkg, winter pkg, sport pkg, and active steering). It is an awesome car. But your question really has nothing to do with which car is "better", as they are both great cars. It comes down to your personal needs and taste: 1. If this will be your only vehicle, then a non-Xi 335 most likely won't work for you. Driving in the snow in a RWD car with snow tires is bad enough, with all-season or summer tires (sport package) it's impossible. 2. The two cars are just different. The Lexus is less sexy, more practical, more reliable etc. The BMW is all-out hot, slick, fast, maybe not as practical. Just depends on what you personally want. Having said that, I would seriously consider the G37. In my opinion it's almost as sexy as the BMW, while being significantly more practical. If you have any other questions about the 335 specifically, shoot me a PM. -bigbootch
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#37
05-18-2007, 12:15 PM
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Re: Lexus IS 350 or BMW 335i/xi
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Disregard the advice in this thread, because it's probably all [censored]. My very first car was a BMW, and it was horrible. I ran it into a ditch going 45mph, totaled it and was ecstatic to get it replaced. Seriously Bimmer's are some of the most over-rated cars on the planet, and they aren't luxurious and don't excel at anything. They are basically a generic car that have a good name just because they are imports. If you go to Germany, EVERYONE has a BMW. If you want to get a luxury car, get a [censored] Benz. Fwiw, I've driven 7 series Bimmers, 911 Turbo Porsche, and 3 of my sisters drive Lexxus SUV's (2 are in the shop getting repaired atm). The new Lexus definitely have some cool new interior features, but we've had some pretty bad experiences with our three as far as reliability. Oh, and the 3 series BMW's are a joke. Might as well get a Ford Taurus [/ QUOTE ] Coupled with this: http://forumserver.twoplustwo.com/showfl...;gonew=1#UNREAD So you have a ton of experience driving BMWs that your Mommy and Daddy bought for you?
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05-18-2007, 04:45 PM
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Re: Lexus IS 350 or BMW 335i/xi
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[ QUOTE ] Disregard the advice in this thread, because it's probably all [censored]. My very first car was a BMW, and it was horrible. I ran it into a ditch going 45mph, totaled it and was ecstatic to get it replaced. Seriously Bimmer's are some of the most over-rated cars on the planet, and they aren't luxurious and don't excel at anything. They are basically a generic car that have a good name just because they are imports. If you go to Germany, EVERYONE has a BMW. If you want to get a luxury car, get a [censored] Benz. Fwiw, I've driven 7 series Bimmers, 911 Turbo Porsche, and 3 of my sisters drive Lexxus SUV's (2 are in the shop getting repaired atm). The new Lexus definitely have some cool new interior features, but we've had some pretty bad experiences with our three as far as reliability. Oh, and the 3 series BMW's are a joke. Might as well get a Ford Taurus [/ QUOTE ] Coupled with this: http://forumserver.twoplustwo.com/showfl...;gonew=1#UNREAD So you have a ton of experience driving BMWs that your Mommy and Daddy bought for you? [/ QUOTE ] How does it matter how I got it? A BMW is a BMW, and I'll admit it wasn't a 2006. The 3 series back then were absolute jokes, and had lawnmower engines. Thing pulled like a 14 second 0-60, it was horrible. FWIW, the BMW was a Z3.
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