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      07-07-2007, 07:00 PM   #106
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Originally Posted by Revlis View Post
Because BMW builds them using far superior components, they are built to last, and are engineered for drivers, not for masses looking for transportation. yes the BMW is a mass produced vehicle, but a well engineered and thought out vehicle.

Besides, if BMW through more stuff at the 3 series as standard many folks that are stretching to afford the more simply equipped BMWs would be kept away.

I'd say go drive one, then come back and tell us if the 08 Altima is an equivalent driving experience for far less money.
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Took a quick test drive of a Passat Wagon which is a contender for the fiancee's next car. This particular example was a well loaded one for ~$39k. I wasn't impressed. Steering way too light, brakes grabby, engine raspy (V6), and felt too unsettled. Bottom line, the car may have had more amenities, but it felt tangibly inferior to the 328iT that we had test driven a month ago.
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