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08-11-2021, 09:58 PM | #1 |
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What To Buy (or lease?) Next? - $35-45k-ish range
Another one of "these" threads, I'm sure.
I'm coming from a '12 A5. It's been fun and reliable enough, but definitely got the itch to look for something new. Top of my list is an M340i or S5 (sportback). While both are "in budget" (or could be), they're both at the higher-end certainly and I think it'll be the more mature decision to look a tier or so lower, and more budget-friendly. Outside of those two models, I'm not really being pulled in one particular direction. Since I'm not set, I'm open to leasing, as well (if that matters in this instance). So, I then ask: Where would you start looking? I, like many of you I'm sure, have transitioned to almost full-time work-from-home (going into the office once a week; maybe two or three times/month at most). 1) All to say, work commute isn't a notable factor, but my fiancé and I do tend to take a monthly ride a few hours out of state to visit her folks. Daily drive is important, still. 2) That, and I'm in the northeast, so being on the road in the winter comes into play at times. 3) Budget is probably around $40k, or so, but have some room to play here for the right car. 4) Sedan or bigger; no more coupes for me. Other models I've either looked at/driven and considered, recently or previously: S4 CLA35 AMG (likely a the "top end" of the next tier, price-wise, that I'd be looking at) 3 Series (330i?) Grand Cherokee Look forward to discussion! |
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Porsche Macan S/GTS/Turbo... I have one, it feels like my old B8 S4, but amazing build quality. I can't believe how quiet this car is on the highway.
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08-11-2021, 11:09 PM | #3 |
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So you are looking for used cars? M340i, S5, S4s new will all be more like 55-60K, at least.
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Been looking at leases for M340i's and even those are getting up to 6-7's (easily). So probably out on that too, unfortunately. |
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Genesis G70 3.3T or Kia Stinger 3.3T
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08-12-2021, 10:19 AM | #9 |
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I'm looking at the sports sedan category as well but not the top shelf M/RS/AMG categories as I want something more daily driver friendly.
The M340i is without a doubt the superior performance vehicle but I'm focusing more on comfort and refinement as opposed to track times. Also I just got out of a F80 comp so want a change of scenery. The C43 looks cool but after test drives I'm not a fan of the interior and also the ride quality was unnecessarily stiff. I've narrowed down my choices to the IS500 and S4/S5 sportback. |
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A new Honda Accord is honestly a better car other than the lack of AWD. The Acura is overpriced and not really a standout in anyway.
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I think the Type S is a heavy car for this segment. The curb weight is along 4,200-4,300lbs. That's around 300lbs heavier than competitors like the M340i/S4/C43. At that weight might as well be classified as an executive sedan. The weight shows in its underwhelming quarter mile times.
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TLX length is 194.6 BMW 5 series is 195.8 BMW 3 series is 185.7 No doubt the TLX is no lite-weight. But it seems like a nice car for a weekend getaway and the appearance seems modern and classy. Though no spare tire. FROM TLX forum. https://www.tlxforums.com/threads/is...021-tlx.44647/ Last edited by overcoil; 08-12-2021 at 05:34 PM.. |
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What's wrong with a low mileage CPO 530i or 540i for 35-40k?
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I'd get the lowest mileage, cleanest, cheapest 340i you can find. Upgrade the suspension (eventually), add a catless downpipe and flash tune.
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$40k budget is tough. If you were at $45-50k I'd say there are a lot more options. CPO M340, S5, new 330 M sport, new Giulia would all be contenders.
There is the Genesis G70 too but I find it to be so uninteresting. The interior design could be straight out of any Asian car; the G70 just lacks "character" in my opinion. The car is fine objectively but I can't imagine spending that type of money on such a MEH car.
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S4/S5 are nice choices. IS500 will have the novelty of the V8 but I find its interior so cheap and handling so disappointing. That car has a massive delay between steering inputs and the car actually doing anything. Most reviews on the IS350 are ho-hum for a reason.
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If you liked your previous A5 and like the S5 sportback then maybe check out the A5 sportback. Compared to your prior A5 it will likely feel sportier (if you pick the more powerful 4 cylinder turbo and your prior A5 wasn't a manual). Plus it will be much more budget friendly.
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