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Which of these two is for me?
11-01-2006, 12:09 AM
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Dear members
I am facing a choice dilemma here in the UK between two (Dream cars). I know this is a BMW enthusiasts forum and therefore there will be some biased opinions, but I hope you vote objectively.
Both cars are at the same price.
Car 1: BMW 530i M Sport Automatic
Model year 2005 (258 ) with 12,000 miles
Comes with modest options:
Leather
Media pack (Sat Nav professional, Bluetooth, CD Changer & Voice recognition).
Car 2: Lexus GS430
Brand New 2006 model
As you all now the car comes loaded with
Adaptive cruise control, Adaptive suspension, active steering, Mark Levinson sound system, heated & cooled seats which are fully electric with memory, electric rear blinds, easy close boot, electric folding mirrors, electric sun roof, Xenon & adaptive headlights, reversing camera, electric steering wheel...etc.
The BMW has in its favour the Space & handling & fuel consumption
The Lexus has the Refinement, comfort, Kit, reliability & straight line performance (HP)
In the UK it also has the better dealer service & better warranty in addition to the fact the car is Brand new.
The Lexu
I am in two minds ? please help
I am facing a choice dilemma here in the UK between two (Dream cars). I know this is a BMW enthusiasts forum and therefore there will be some biased opinions, but I hope you vote objectively.
Both cars are at the same price.
Car 1: BMW 530i M Sport Automatic
Model year 2005 (258 ) with 12,000 miles
Comes with modest options:
Leather
Media pack (Sat Nav professional, Bluetooth, CD Changer & Voice recognition).
Car 2: Lexus GS430
Brand New 2006 model
As you all now the car comes loaded with
Adaptive cruise control, Adaptive suspension, active steering, Mark Levinson sound system, heated & cooled seats which are fully electric with memory, electric rear blinds, easy close boot, electric folding mirrors, electric sun roof, Xenon & adaptive headlights, reversing camera, electric steering wheel...etc.
The BMW has in its favour the Space & handling & fuel consumption
The Lexus has the Refinement, comfort, Kit, reliability & straight line performance (HP)
In the UK it also has the better dealer service & better warranty in addition to the fact the car is Brand new.
The Lexu
I am in two minds ? please help
11-01-2006, 12:24 AM
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My Ride: 530 2006
msport package, steptronic, pdc, mystik blue, grey dakota leather, sunroof, Bi-Xenon, heated rear seats, Hi-FI system, velour carpets
I would go for the BMW, no doubt about it. It has got better handling and it's a better looking car in my opinion.
If I would buy a Lexus I would go for their hybrid version, the GS450H
If I would buy a Lexus I would go for their hybrid version, the GS450H
11-01-2006, 12:54 AM
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Originally Posted by Rizbel' post='351083' date='Nov 1 2006, 04:38 AM
Lexus is still a Toyota 
. BMW is a BMW 
. BMW is a BMW 
errrr I beg to differ
11-01-2006, 05:31 AM
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I really depends on your personality - if you just want quiet, reliable transportation - the Lexus is for you. If you enjoy driving, the BMW is the clear choice and I really do not think you will miss all the options on the Lexus.
I test drove a GS after I tested a 5-series and I could not wait until the test drive was over - the GS was such a boring vehicle!
I test drove a GS after I tested a 5-series and I could not wait until the test drive was over - the GS was such a boring vehicle!
11-01-2006, 05:35 AM
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Model Year: 2018
Just from looking at your post, it seems that you're leaning toward the Lexus. It's also evident that you place a strong emphasis on the gadgets, etc. that the Lexus has.
Since you didn't get into much description of the driving characteristics of the cars (other than the straight-line acceleration of the Lexus), it looks as if you're someone who might not truly appreciate the BMW's superior mechanical design or overall driving experience.
Get the Lexus...
Since you didn't get into much description of the driving characteristics of the cars (other than the straight-line acceleration of the Lexus), it looks as if you're someone who might not truly appreciate the BMW's superior mechanical design or overall driving experience.
Get the Lexus...
11-01-2006, 06:16 AM
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Originally Posted by tomwid' post='351140' date='Nov 1 2006, 06:44 AM
Kind of a silly question to ask on a 5 series board, no? 
Get the Lexus.
11-01-2006, 07:01 AM
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Originally Posted by Lanzaman' post='351088' date='Nov 1 2006, 05:54 AM
Does that mean that Mercedes is a Chrysler, Jaguar is a Ford and Audi is a Skoda
errrr I beg to differ
errrr I beg to differ
I have to agree, you get more reliabililty from the Lexus, but you have to want a BMW to get one. In the end a Lexus is a flashy toyota. Also I this that Chrysler and Ford and Skoda are considered distrubutors not really considered the same company. Where as Lexus and Toyota are really the same company, but they call it a lexus so that can charge luxury tax. i.e. Lexus IS300 == Toyota Altezza