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Re: Mercedes, McLaren SLS [tagman]
Written by: lexusguy on Jan 15, 2007 1:04:45 PM
And speaking of IS, the new high-powered IS that will be forthcoming will further prove my long-standing argument that Lexus has BMW in it's crosshairs. The #1 comparison that will be made with that new IS will be with the new M3. I think the IS-F looks awful, like they sent it to DUB magazine and said "go nuts guys, we really want this to be in Fast and Furious 3". ... Read More
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So what does the Millionaire Next Door Drive?
Written by: dewey on Dec 18, 2006 5:35:17 PM
HELCS are associated with affluence? Think again. "The Millionaire Next Door" has been written ten years ago and here is an update about which car brand is Numero Uno among millionaires. They don't drive away wealth. The No. 1 make of car owned by millionaires in 1996 was Ford. Today, it's Toyota, according to Stanley's new study. Luxury brands do not top the list, and many millionaires, 37 percent in 1996, ... Read More
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Re: LG [lexusguy]
Written by: brightness04 on Nov 6, 2006 10:46:47 AM
Look at the cars indeed. Both interiors are quite spartan (btw, is that even the RAV4 limited?). Before the most recent refresh, the X3 exterior, with that black bumper, looked even lower class than the RAV4. IMHO, RAV4 and CRV started the class back in 1996-7, called compact SUV's. BMW just decided to join the game with X3 in the last couple years. The original X3 was about as stripped bare ... Read More
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Re: Car mags... [designman]
Written by: merc1 on Nov 1, 2006 9:41:36 PM
If you want to see cars get old quick wait until the next round of BMWs come out which will bid good riddance to this current fleet. True, especially if BMW does something radical to "fix" idrive in the press' eyes. They'll harp endlessly (as they do now) about how terrible idrive was. If BMW smoothes out their new look and makes the next 7-Series (the next major redesign) a looker ... Read More
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Re: The Inside Line article re: Audi [tagman]
Written by: merc1 on Jun 12, 2006 10:32:16 PM
Yeah just read it. A quote from the article: So, Audi's problem in this market is not product, it's not design, it's not manufacturing, and it's definitely not engineering, technology deployment or product development. The only thing left to blame is sales and marketing. Bingo! Audi, Audi where do I start. The biggest problem of which is touched upon in that article is that Audi wasn't allowed to be itself. I've ... Read More
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Re: Have a look... [dewey]
Written by: lexusguy on Oct 23, 2005 7:39:39 AM
"I did not say BMWs are equivalent to the reliablity of a Lexus! I said BMW reliability is not as notorious as you are presenting it!" Yes, you did. Dewey: "my 2003 530SP has been as faultless as any Lexus could hope to be, not to mention more enjoyable to drive!" "Your doubts about CR data does not extend to Lexus models but only to BMW models! Interesting, dont you think??" ... Read More
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How Many 1996 750il's Manufacured?
Written by: thomsonc on Jul 18, 2004 10:06:51 AM
I am close to purchasing a 1996 750il and I was curious to know if anyone knew where I might find figures on the number of 750's and 740's produced each year by BMW. I had heard from someone an incredably low number on 750's produced for that year but it seemed too low in my opinion. Also, does anyone know the difference between the 750il for 1995 & 1996? Thanks. ... Read More
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Lexus and BMW
Written by: merc1 on Jul 13, 2004 11:34:30 PM
Can a Mercedes "fanatic" say something here? For the record I like Mercedes, Audi and BMW in that order. BMW used to be my #2 car. I'm reading this debate and it is even more pointless than the Lexus vs. Mercedes debate. Why you ask? Because BMWs aren't about what Lexus are about and vice versa. A BMW person mentions sturdiness, which I define as solidity and the way the car ... Read More
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Re: designman [merc1 #5619]
Written by: brightness04 on Jul 1, 2004 10:56:04 PM
The person who didn't want a S320 had the option of buying a S420, S500 or S600. I can't believe what you just stated. By this samd ridiculous logic, tell me what engine option did an RL buyer have in 1996 or now? Nothing. Zip. Same old 225hp V6 is the sole RL engine choice. RL buyers had no choice. Period. The price difference between S320 and S600 is more than ... Read More
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Re: [merc1 #5566]
Written by: brightness04 on Jun 29, 2004 9:31:54 PM
I can't imagine that anyone thinks they are getting a S-Class or 7-Series level car when buying an RL. Some buyers are clueless about cars, but I don't think any are that clueless. BTW, we don't get SWB S-Classes here and the RL and 745i, give me a break. You'd have had your break if you had noticed the past tense in my previous post. The RL was designed for 1996 ... Read More
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maxhonda99
Written by: merc1 on May 2, 2004 10:25:11 PM
It was during the introduction of the car, long cleared up by now. Nothing major. syswei, If I had millions and millions of dollars and had every European car I could ever want I'd at least consider a SC430. I still find it to be the most "interesting" Lexus. I was a fan of the previous SC400/300 believe it or not. It was a very good design for a Japanese car. ... Read More
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ljflx
Written by: merc1 on Apr 14, 2004 10:06:03 PM
Sorry, but Newsweek and Time mean nothing to me automotive, business or otherwise. There are others like Automotive News or Wards that I'd rather get the business (more accurate) information from. It is so easy to make claims like Acura and Infiniti are "damaging" BMW without backing it up with anything factual when you're a NON automotive magazine. What did they base this statement on? There is a little thing called ... Read More
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no title
Written by: sv7887 on Mar 9, 2004 11:31:17 AM
Hi All, I hope this isn't the beginning of another Lexus vs MB debate..The BMW statistic doesn't surprise me. The 1996 LS was alot less complicated than the current 7 series. Obviously the more complicated the system the more issues that can arise with it. From my own personal experience, my 92 LS has had fewer issues than my LS430. Of course the cars differ greatly in complexity. Anyone want to ... Read More
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syswei
Written by: ljflx on Mar 9, 2004 8:16:54 AM
A 1996 LS 400 is more problem free than a 2003 BMW 7-series. That is incredible but at the same time doesn't surpise me. The 1996 car also had plenty of advanced technology on it. It just shows you how well made Lexus cars are, particularly the LS. By the way CR is a BMW fan and in the past has said the 5-series is the best car they've ever driven. ... Read More
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footie
Written by: merc1 on Dec 20, 2002 10:07:26 PM
If Mercedes isn't THE technology leader, then they certainly are among the top 2. The other being BMW. Electronics, such as CD changers are hardly "technology" as most people understand the word. It's the brand culture that keeps/kept Mercedes/Porsche and other German makes from installing these things, not that they couldn't. I know you realize that. Lexus doesn't make it's own stereos, neither does Acura. In short if Mercedes felt that ... Read More
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1487
Written by: merc1 on Nov 4, 2002 10:29:22 PM
You've somehow let the others confuse you. Where did I use "ownership experience" in any of MY posts? Though since you bring up the concept, why don't you take a look at the SL500 board and see what the owners have to say. Are you saying that every SL has to go back to the dealer and that all MB dealers are arrogant? If that is the case all of Cadillac's ... Read More
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no title
Written by: magnetophone on Oct 29, 2002 12:02:41 AM
The only cars I see young people driving that are considered luxury are the BMW 3-series, the Mercedes C, and the IS300. I've never seen a young person driving a brand new Cadillac. Maybe in other regions things are different, but Cadillacs are not prevalent here, and those that are are base Devilles driven by older folks. Again, all this song and dance about what Cadillac is about to bring out ... Read More
