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  • VW Passat - 23,045

    4 2.23%

  • Chrysler 300 - 23,153

    1 0.56%

  • Nissan Maxima - 24,613

    16 8.94%

  • Mazda MazdaSpeed6 - 25,745

    24 13.41%

  • Saab 9-3 - 26,109

    4 2.23%

  • Volvo S40 - 26,767

    4 2.23%

  • Cadillac CTS - 27,827

    15 8.38%

  • Acura TSX - 28,090

    28 15.64%

  • Audi A4 - 28,143

    27 15.08%

  • Mercedes C230 - 28,950

    7 3.91%

  • Infiniti G35 - 31,630

    65 36.31%

  • Chrysler 300C - 32,243

    8 4.47%

  • Acura TL - 32,495

    32 17.88%

  • Lexus IS250 - 32,746

    38 21.23%

  • BMW 328i - 33,095

    33 18.44%

  • other... (post up)

    17 9.50%
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Thread: got 35k to buy a car...?

  1. 02-27-2007, 01:55 PM #1
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    Default got 35k to buy a car...? (sedan)

    i need some car options for a friend of mine she has 35k she wants something classy/sporty; she was looking at an IS350... post up suggestions NEW or very LIGHTLY used 05-07 models only! SEDANS ONLY!!!

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    below is 2007 list w/ stats start w/ BASE model many of the makes below of different motor, tranny, int/ext, choices available but i only listed BASE model....
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    07 STI Limited
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    Quote Originally Posted by admin
    i need some car options for a friend of mine she has 35k she wants something classy/sporty; she was looking at an IS350... post up suggestions NEW or very LIGHTLY used 05-07 models only!
    IS350 FTW.....of course I am a little biased.....
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    evo9, 350z, or g35
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    I agree. STi is nice and quick. She can't go wrong with the IS350. They're pretty quick, maint. is affordable, ride is nice and quiet and comfortable.

    For a little more change, she could pick up a used 98-00 Viper.
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    G35 or the IS350....
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    Quote Originally Posted by admin
    i need some car options for a friend of mine she has 35k she wants something classy/sporty; she was looking at an IS350... post up suggestions NEW or very LIGHTLY used 05-07 models only!

    350z period, if she test drives it she'll love it ;x
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    Um, one of the requirements is classy....

    Evo = no
    STI = no
    350z = no
    G35 = Yes
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    04 z06.
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    Quote Originally Posted by richw131
    Um, one of the requirements is classy....

    Evo = no
    STI = no
    350z = no
    G35 = Yes

    Have you even seen the STI Limited? Its not your regular STI.
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    Cadillac CTS-V 04-05 for 35K or < with under 30k miles
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    1st gen IS300

    you can get a 2001 M5 for under 35
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    Quote Originally Posted by Mr. Nemesis
    Have you even seen the STI Limited? Its not your regular STI.
    Yes, I have seen it. My answer still = no.
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    g35 and CTS good choices... STI isn't a classy car
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    Quote Originally Posted by The Yousef
    G35 or the IS350....
    For once, I agree with our bomb-strapped friend here.
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    Damn, Im starting to see that Lexus drivers have a "hollier" than thou attitude , as much as the BMW drivers.
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    I will sell mine for 35k
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    but they dont come in covered trailers!!!
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    Quote Originally Posted by Wal-Mart
    but they dont come in covered trailers!!!

    no covered trailer= not luxury.
















    lol
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    Quote Originally Posted by Mr. Nemesis
    Damn, Im starting to see that Lexus drivers have a "hollier" than thou attitude , as much as the BMW drivers.
    WTF! Lexus is the best car on the planet and there is nothing that even comes close to the performance, quality, etc, etc, etc......





    Um, no. We are not that bad. I even said that I was a little biased....LOL
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    Quote Originally Posted by Mr. Nemesis
    no covered trailer= not luxury.



    lol
    I remember that shit!
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    Quote Originally Posted by richw131
    WTF! Lexus is the best car on the planet and there is nothing that even comes close to the performance, quality, etc, etc, etc......





    Um, no. We are not that bad. I even said that I was a little biased....LOL
    um i think scion is close.
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    Quote Originally Posted by Leadfoot_mf
    um i think scion is close.
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    yeah, Scions seem to run in packs...they must be special. Anyone noticed that before?
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    New vote: Scion xB.

    No seriously, the IS350 is probably the best choice.

    As far as Lexus owners having a 'holier than thou' attitude... Drive a Lexus, price how much it costs to maintain vs it's competitors, check the customer service and roadside assisstance.

    At Nalley Lexus Smyrna near my house where my wife takes her Lexus, it's nothing but red carpet treatment. They brew Starbucks in house, give you food while you wait for an oil change or any other express service, give you a loaner at a moment's notice, open the doors for you, etc. They treat you like royalty and the customer service is superb. They follow up with a call to make sure everyone there was helpful, nice and friendly and to make sure you're completely satisfied.

    You can't go wrong with a Lexus.
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    Quote Originally Posted by iloveboost
    New vote: Scion xB.

    No seriously, the IS350 is probably the best choice.

    As far as Lexus owners having a 'holier than thou' attitude... Drive a Lexus, price how much it costs to maintain vs it's competitors, check the customer service and roadside assisstance.

    At Nalley Lexus Smyrna near my house where my wife takes her Lexus, it's nothing but red carpet treatment. They brew Starbucks in house, give you food while you wait for an oil change or any other express service, give you a loaner at a moment's notice, open the doors for you, etc. They treat you like royalty and the customer service is superb. They follow up with a call to make sure everyone there was helpful, nice and friendly and to make sure you're completely satisfied.

    You can't go wrong with a Lexus.
    Very well said.......





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    06 GTO...she can pick one up for less than 30k new. I know many people don't like the exterior styling, but the interior is top notch(not just for a pontiac either, but any car). It's kinda heavy at around 3750, but you cant argue with the LS2. Plus, with the extra cash she saved on the purchase she could mod the hell out of it.
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    If it is for who i think..

    Plenty of options... Lexus.. Vette... Bmw.. Audi.. benz.. unlimited options....
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    I vote for G35 and IS350. Of course I'm biased since I got them (G35 and IS250 Instead)

    But if she want to buy them new and fully loaded, they'll be more than 40K. They'd be out of the budget.

    May be a base model G35C is okay.

    For the IS: Definitely get the Audio and Nav package. They're all worth it. She'll regret it just like we did

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    Wait for the Audi a5, although various reports are saying msrp will be like pretty high 30s .

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    i posted up a list of cars on page 1 and added the poll... overall i never thought i would say this but i think the MazdaSpeed6 is probably the best for the money 2.3t AWD 6sp 274hp w/ bose system + 6 disc = 25,745

    don't get me wrong the IS350 is hot but if you buy that there would be no room for upgrades consider it is base 33k (approx)
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    Quote Originally Posted by Specvee
    06 GTO...she can pick one up for less than 30k new. I know many people don't like the exterior styling, but the interior is top notch(not just for a pontiac either, but any car). It's kinda heavy at around 3750, but you cant argue with the LS2. Plus, with the extra cash she saved on the purchase she could mod the hell out of it.
    They're looking for a sedan...haha, otherwise, I would've suggested the same thing.

    I love that car...I'm working towards one.
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    Sti or the iS350
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    Quote Originally Posted by admin
    i posted up a list of cars on page 1 and added the poll... overall i never thought i would say this but i think the MazdaSpeed6 is probably the best for the money 2.3t AWD 6sp 274hp w/ bose system + 6 disc = 25,745

    don't get me wrong the IS350 is hot but if you buy that there would be no room for upgrades consider it is base 33k (approx)
    She could get the IS350 used. There are some floating around for $35k.

    The Mazdaspeed6 looks good on paper, but drive one. I was extremely disappointed. The thing drives loke a POS.
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    Acura TL Type-S FTMFW!!

    Little more money, but WELL worth it
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    If it were me, Mazdaspeed 6 hands down. But that new IS350 is nice too.

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    i like the CTS,id get a V8..but still a very nice car
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