$45 - $50K

zetaxi165 · 06-26-2008, 11:59 PM

Hi Guys,

A quick question:

My brother is in the market for a new car. He doesn't want a BMW. He doesn't want a performance car. He wants something that is a bit more sedate and luxurious. I have directed him to the VW Touareg and an A6 3.0.

Any other suggestions? What would you get if you needed a sedate luxurious car in this price range?

darkphantom · 06-27-2008, 12:00 AM

more sedate = not a corvette? LOL

hmm...the GS350 really nice and quick too!

Acura RL = fully loaded w/ adaptive cruise, very fun car Super Handling - All wheel drive!

does he want a sedan or a coupe?

galahad05 · 06-27-2008, 12:05 AM

Used Volkswagen Phaeton.

Gig103 · 06-27-2008, 12:09 AM

I'd recommend against the Touareg because it seems like my neighbor's is always in the shop.

Is he looking for power? Either a new Acura TL (depending on how the 09 looks), a Nissan Altima V6, or a Lexus ES would all fall into that price range, including nice gadgets and power.

If 'sedate' means 'not a v6' there's the regular Altima, or the new A4 2.0T coming in 09 as well. I am coming off a lease of an A4 and with a manual transmission, the VW/Audi 2.0T engine is peppy because it's turbocharged, even though it tops out at 200hp. It can be chipped too (with some other adjustments, like a new diverter valve).

In all seriousness, did your brother try a non-sport-package BMW? People here might rip me apart for it, but it wouldn't be as harsh a ride. I went with the -xi, and it's somewhere in the middle from my experience.

PaulBailey@ltbmw · 06-27-2008, 12:12 AM

Mercedes-Benz E350
Mercedes-Benz CLK350
Mercedes-Benz C63
Audi A6
Audi S4
Lexus ES350
Lexus GS350
Infiniti M35
Acura TL type S
Acura RL
Cadillac CTS
Cadillac CTS-V
Cadillac STS
Volvo S80
Jaguar S-Type
Jaguar XF
Saab 9-5
Lincoln MKS
Dodge Charger

yazz · 06-27-2008, 12:13 AM

+1 es350 ^

darkphantom · 06-27-2008, 12:28 AM

GS350>ES350

why is the charger on that list!?? ICK

and the C63 is NOT a 50k car

galahad05 · 06-27-2008, 12:31 AM

To be fair, it is a $50k-ish car...

What, the A6 is under $50k?

EDIT: Out of the list from xPB above, I'd put the Infiniti M35 on the real real short list.

wj4 · 06-27-2008, 12:35 AM

No question, an IS350 with the ML audio system and F sport exhaust if he wants more growl.

typeszh · 06-27-2008, 12:41 AM

ES GS or E Class

NaTuReB0Y · 06-27-2008, 12:43 AM

any of the SRT8 is a beast..........

blue-e92 · 06-27-2008, 01:03 AM

Sedate is subjective.

But by definition, I think Audi's are calm, composed, & serine. It shows you're successful without screaming "IM RICH BIAAATCH"

In fact, if I weren't so partial & loyal to the name, I'd be in an A4 for the next few years.

If I were you, a BMW driver, I'd help skew his decision more to the .....BMW side?

ps. 6 months ago, my brother too was in search of a car for his wife. He ended up w/ a 08 white e90. Had it not been for me, he would've Benzed it up.

AndrewAZ · 06-27-2008, 02:16 AM

C350..

ChaneRZ · 06-27-2008, 02:26 AM

i'd get myself a tl-s.

335icopeman · 06-27-2008, 04:25 AM

umm 1985 mondial lol

asdflkijd · 06-27-2008, 04:35 AM

TL-Type S
TL
IS350
IS250
IS250 AWD
A4
S4
A5
S5
G35S
G35
G37
C350
C350 Sport
Legacy
Legacy GT
Legacy GT - Spec B
CTS
CTS-V

nidget · 06-27-2008, 06:49 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by zetaxi165

He wants something that is a bit more sedate and luxurious.

Jaguar or Mercedes.

TSM330i · 06-27-2008, 08:10 AM

Jaguar XF has a base price of $50K, but worth a look. VERY sexy car for sure.

If he wants something more sedate then yes, any of the Lexus' listed above. The ES is very similar to the Camry with a more luxurious wrapper.

The new A4 will be very nice too. It looks similar to the A5. Get it with the V6 engine and it'll be in the price range.

The Cadillac CTS is really sharp now. The interior is fantastic. You can get it in AWD if need be also.

GreenThree · 06-27-2008, 08:28 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by zetaxi165

Hi Guys,

A quick question:

My brother is in the market for a new car. He doesn't want a BMW. He doesn't want a performance car. He wants something that is a bit more sedate and luxurious. I have directed him to the VW Touareg and an A6 3.0.

Any other suggestions? What would you get if you needed a sedate luxurious car in this price range?

Audi A6 3.2. There is no 3.0 (unless you are talking about older models.) Thats what I would recommend. Very luxurious. Not fast, but I would not call it slow either. The B8 A4's should be pretty nice too. They will be here this fall.

Staszek · 06-27-2008, 11:58 AM

As soon as you said sedate and luxuries the first thought that came into my mind was the es350. Your bro doesn't sound like a car guy and that is the perfect car for a non car guy that wants something nice. Fits right in his price range very nice interior SUPER quiet and a nice ride to boot. Great reliability and dealer network as well. Good luck!

zetaxi165 · 06-29-2008, 03:58 AM

Wow, that is some list up here. Most of them never came to mind.

Brother is a bit of a car guy but his other half has laid the law down - no more fast cars. And she hates the way BMWs look.

So he doesn't know what to buy. He was looking at an e90 before but now is struggling to settle on which one to buy.

And GreenThree You are right. There is no 3.0 A6. I mixed it up with the 3.2 non-quattro. Which is pretty cheap out here - only $51K

I don't think the ES is an option - it is just a tarted up Camry.

Big Windy · 06-29-2008, 04:25 AM

Lexus IS-350

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zetaxi165 Second Lieutenant Drives: '07 e92 335, TiAg Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: Dubai, UAE Posts: 296 iTrader: (0)	$45 - $50K - What would you get? Hi Guys, A quick question: My brother is in the market for a new car. He doesn't want a BMW. He doesn't want a performance car. He wants something that is a bit more sedate and luxurious. I have directed him to the VW Touareg and an A6 3.0. Any other suggestions? What would you get if you needed a sedate luxurious car in this price range?
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Gig103 Major Drives: 2013 Fiat 500 Abarth Join Date: Aug 2007 Location: Gilbert, AZ Posts: 1,281 iTrader: (1)	I'd recommend against the Touareg because it seems like my neighbor's is always in the shop. Is he looking for power? Either a new Acura TL (depending on how the 09 looks), a Nissan Altima V6, or a Lexus ES would all fall into that price range, including nice gadgets and power. If 'sedate' means 'not a v6' there's the regular Altima, or the new A4 2.0T coming in 09 as well. I am coming off a lease of an A4 and with a manual transmission, the VW/Audi 2.0T engine is peppy because it's turbocharged, even though it tops out at 200hp. It can be chipped too (with some other adjustments, like a new diverter valve). In all seriousness, did your brother try a non-sport-package BMW? People here might rip me apart for it, but it wouldn't be as harsh a ride. I went with the -xi, and it's somewhere in the middle from my experience. __________________ SOLD: 335xi sedan 6MT, Premium, Cold Weather, iDrive, CA, iPod Black Sapphire Metallic, Black Leather, Aluminum Trim European Delivery: April 28 - May 7, 2008 Performance Center Redelivery: July 11, 2008
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galahad05 Colonel Drives: 335i Sedan Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: Long Island NY Posts: 2,299 iTrader: (0)	To be fair, it is a $50k-ish car... What, the A6 is under $50k? EDIT: Out of the list from xPB above, I'd put the Infiniti M35 on the real real short list. __________________ To an imperial city, nothing is inconsistent which is expedient. --Thucydides, 420 BC
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darkphantom Banned Drives: E93 335i Join Date: Aug 2007 Location: The place for Bimmers Posts: 5,949 iTrader: (4)	more sedate = not a corvette? LOL hmm...the GS350 really nice and quick too! Acura RL = fully loaded w/ adaptive cruise, very fun car Super Handling - All wheel drive! does he want a sedan or a coupe?
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yazz Lieutenant Drives: '06 330i Join Date: May 2008 Location: LA Posts: 500 iTrader: (0)	+1 es350 ^
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darkphantom Banned Drives: E93 335i Join Date: Aug 2007 Location: The place for Bimmers Posts: 5,949 iTrader: (4)	GS350>ES350 why is the charger on that list!?? ICK and the C63 is NOT a 50k car
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wj4 Major General Drives: E90 manual 335i Join Date: Nov 2006 Location: Burbank, CA Posts: 7,723 iTrader: (8)	No question, an IS350 with the ML audio system and F sport exhaust if he wants more growl.
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blue-e92 Private Drives: MB E92 Join Date: Apr 2008 Location: Vietnam Posts: 98 iTrader: (0)	Sedate is subjective. But by definition, I think Audi's are calm, composed, & serine. It shows you're successful without screaming "IM RICH BIAAATCH" In fact, if I weren't so partial & loyal to the name, I'd be in an A4 for the next few years. If I were you, a BMW driver, I'd help skew his decision more to the .....BMW side? ps. 6 months ago, my brother too was in search of a car for his wife. He ended up w/ a 08 white e90. Had it not been for me, he would've Benzed it up.
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AndrewAZ Major Drives: 335i Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: CA Posts: 1,244 iTrader: (0)	C350..
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TSM330i 2006 330i, TSM, Black, manual, sport Drives: E90 330i, E86 Z4 3.0si Join Date: Nov 2005 Location: Chester Springs, PA Posts: 2,844 iTrader: (2)	Jaguar XF has a base price of $50K, but worth a look. VERY sexy car for sure. If he wants something more sedate then yes, any of the Lexus' listed above. The ES is very similar to the Camry with a more luxurious wrapper. The new A4 will be very nice too. It looks similar to the A5. Get it with the V6 engine and it'll be in the price range. The Cadillac CTS is really sharp now. The interior is fantastic. You can get it in AWD if need be also. __________________ 2006 330i, TSM, Black, Sport, JIC Cross Coil-Overs, UUC Sways, 18" Advan RS, Mich PSS 255/265, BMW Electric Steering Wheel, Rogue shifter, M-Tech front, CF emblems, Dinan TB, Intake, exhaust, strut bar, Stoptech BBK, LSD, M3 susp., LUX 5, CF Hood and CSL, Sparco Seats, AA tune, CF Roof
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Staszek Schumacher Drives: E38 740i, E93 M3 Join Date: Jul 2005 Location: Chicago, IL Posts: 1,160 iTrader: (0)	As soon as you said sedate and luxuries the first thought that came into my mind was the es350. Your bro doesn't sound like a car guy and that is the perfect car for a non car guy that wants something nice. Fits right in his price range very nice interior SUPER quiet and a nice ride to boot. Great reliability and dealer network as well. Good luck! __________________ Euro Delivery Thread///M3 -6MT E30 M3 Sold, E36 Sold, E46 Sold, E90 Sold
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06-29-2008, 03:58 AM	#21
zetaxi165 Second Lieutenant Drives: '07 e92 335, TiAg Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: Dubai, UAE Posts: 296 iTrader: (0)	Wow, that is some list up here. Most of them never came to mind. Brother is a bit of a car guy but his other half has laid the law down - no more fast cars. And she hates the way BMWs look. So he doesn't know what to buy. He was looking at an e90 before but now is struggling to settle on which one to buy. And GreenThree You are right. There is no 3.0 A6. I mixed it up with the 3.2 non-quattro. Which is pretty cheap out here - only $51K I don't think the ES is an option - it is just a tarted up Camry.
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