GS330 or E320 or M35?
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Originally Posted by 95SiR
although i do agree that the TL is awesome for the price and overall package... the TL doesnt have the same prestige as the other 3 cars 
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Originally Posted by redgoober4life
The M35 carries little prestige. Theres a reason nobody buys Q45's.
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I'd be stuck between the E class and the GS at first. But I'd probably take the GS because from what I've observed with all my uncles buying new MBs, they were more of a headache then a pleasure.
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From: los josengeles
ok...its a no go on the E350..... payments on it for a lease is through the roof.... at about friggin $800/mth :crazyr:
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On looks... it's a dead heat between the Lexus GS (350?) and the M35.
I slightly favor the GS; it's more dynamic and agressive.
The M35 looks a little, erm.. :hsdunno:
It really comes down to a test flogging.
I'd evaluate the following, in order of importance:
* Obedient transmission
Since both are manumatics, I want absolute control over upshifts and downshifts. If both cars are equally inept, I'd walk away and find an E39.
* Steering feel/ linearity / grip:
If the steering on the GS is as numb as a Camry, it's a no-go in my book.
* Ride comfort vs "sportiness".
The car ought to waft along when the pace is relaxed, yet not fall to pieces when you want to have some backroad fun.
* Interior design & craftsmanship / durabilty.
The chassis, steering and motor may be great, but the interior counts at this price range. Going in I'd favor the Lexus, but it's close.
I slightly favor the GS; it's more dynamic and agressive.
The M35 looks a little, erm.. :hsdunno:
It really comes down to a test flogging.
I'd evaluate the following, in order of importance:
* Obedient transmission
Since both are manumatics, I want absolute control over upshifts and downshifts. If both cars are equally inept, I'd walk away and find an E39.
* Steering feel/ linearity / grip:
If the steering on the GS is as numb as a Camry, it's a no-go in my book.
* Ride comfort vs "sportiness".
The car ought to waft along when the pace is relaxed, yet not fall to pieces when you want to have some backroad fun.
* Interior design & craftsmanship / durabilty.
The chassis, steering and motor may be great, but the interior counts at this price range. Going in I'd favor the Lexus, but it's close.
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Originally Posted by MrFatbooty
Didn't you just throw money at your Audi in the form of some mods not too long ago?