Two Lexus, One Lexus, No Lexus
02-28-06, 08:08 PM
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Two Lexus, One Lexus, No Lexus
Well guys, as of tomorrow, we will not have a Toyota product in our family. First time in.... 16 years!
My wife traded in her RX300 tonight for a MDX (the XC90 at $5K more just didn't cut it) and my GS430 goes back tomorrow (off lease).
Unfortunately, I think Lexus has some serious holes in their lineup that need to be filled - ASAP (Are you listening Lexus?). No three rows of seats in a car based SUV and no sports package on the GS ruled out another Lexus for either of us. My wife is REALLY upset about losing her RX - she LOVED that car. The need to carry a third child comes up almost weekly with carpooling and whatnot and the RX will only hold two car seats max.
Anyway, the MDX is a really nice car. It does not ride like the Lexus and does not feel as solid (to me the RX330 does not feel as solid as the RX300 either). I have to say that the NAV system on the MDX is unbelievable - puts my BMW to shame and easily one ups my GS.
Anyway, I've promised Mike (aka 1SICK) that I will stay around to keep you guys honest. So don't think you are getting rid of me. I like this place too much.
My wife traded in her RX300 tonight for a MDX (the XC90 at $5K more just didn't cut it) and my GS430 goes back tomorrow (off lease).
Unfortunately, I think Lexus has some serious holes in their lineup that need to be filled - ASAP (Are you listening Lexus?). No three rows of seats in a car based SUV and no sports package on the GS ruled out another Lexus for either of us. My wife is REALLY upset about losing her RX - she LOVED that car. The need to carry a third child comes up almost weekly with carpooling and whatnot and the RX will only hold two car seats max.
Anyway, the MDX is a really nice car. It does not ride like the Lexus and does not feel as solid (to me the RX330 does not feel as solid as the RX300 either). I have to say that the NAV system on the MDX is unbelievable - puts my BMW to shame and easily one ups my GS.
Anyway, I've promised Mike (aka 1SICK) that I will stay around to keep you guys honest. So don't think you are getting rid of me. I like this place too much.
02-28-06, 08:21 PM
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Originally Posted by doug_999
I will stay around to keep you guys honest. So don't think you are getting rid of me. I like this place too much.
Its funny, pretty soon this place is going to be overun with BMW owners!! lol
02-28-06, 11:04 PM
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Congrats Doug on the MDX - that model has aged VERY gracefully and still looks great. A friend here has one and I really like it.
03-01-06, 01:02 AM
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Originally Posted by D2-AUTOSPORT
Its funny, pretty soon this place is going to be overun with BMW owners!! lol
03-01-06, 02:24 AM
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Its funny, pretty soon this place is going to be overun with BMW owners!! lol
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03-01-06, 05:55 AM
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Congragulations. Since you are an engineer, I guess you know the break-in rules. One thing, though, is different for Honda / Acura cars. Don't do a 1000-mile oil change like most other cars to get the shavings out. Honda uses break-in oil at the factory they want left in for 3000 miles. Otherwise the break-in is the same.
And, of course, as always...SCRATCH-OUT to keep the paint like new.
http://www.kitwax.com/html/kitProducts.htm
And, of course, as always...SCRATCH-OUT to keep the paint like new.
http://www.kitwax.com/html/kitProducts.htm
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I betcha' in the next couple of years when Lexus will unveil more new options on the existing models and new models to come, that everybody will be switchin back to Lexus again. It's only a matter of time....either way congrats to Doug and his wife on their new rides!
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Originally Posted by doug_999
Well guys, as of tomorrow, we will not have a Toyota product in our family. First time in.... 16 years!
My wife traded in her RX300 tonight for a MDX
Unfortunately, I think Lexus has some serious holes in their lineup that need to be filled - ASAP (Are you listening Lexus?). No three rows of seats in a car based SUV and no sports package on the GS ruled out another Lexus for either of us. My wife is REALLY upset about losing her RX - she LOVED that car. The need to carry a third child comes up almost weekly with carpooling and whatnot and the RX will only hold two car seats max.
My wife traded in her RX300 tonight for a MDX
Unfortunately, I think Lexus has some serious holes in their lineup that need to be filled - ASAP (Are you listening Lexus?). No three rows of seats in a car based SUV and no sports package on the GS ruled out another Lexus for either of us. My wife is REALLY upset about losing her RX - she LOVED that car. The need to carry a third child comes up almost weekly with carpooling and whatnot and the RX will only hold two car seats max.
GS - I hear ya. I wish Lexus/Toyota would come out with a true sports sedan.
03-01-06, 09:28 AM
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Originally Posted by Bercasio
I betcha' in the next couple of years when Lexus will unveil more new options on the existing models and new models to come, that everybody will be switchin back to Lexus again. It's only a matter of time....either way congrats to Doug and his wife on their new rides!
Its funny you say that, i was looking at the LS460L last week and wondering if with the reported increased power, higer base price, and increased feature content (not to mention the much larger overall size) if any BMW / BENZ / AUDI guys would be jumping ship to Lexus.
I think the only deterrent would be PERCEIVED image / status stuff (note the word PERCEIVED!!)
I thnk the LS460L is going to take Lexus in a new direction.
03-01-06, 09:34 AM
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Originally Posted by replica
MDX - shoulda bought a loaded AWD Sienna (almost Lexus-like), or will she be doing some offroading in addition to the kid-hauling?
GS - I hear ya. I wish Lexus/Toyota would come out with a true sports sedan.
GS - I hear ya. I wish Lexus/Toyota would come out with a true sports sedan.
03-01-06, 09:49 AM
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That is fuuny. I'm not sure what it is, but it could be because many were once BMW owners that moved to Lexus. I know I traded my BMW for the Lexus, but soon might go back as well or at least own both. Anyway, good luck with the new cars Doug_999
