MGS4

Toyota Sienna XLE AWD

I heard it has Lexus quality

2Lexus430s

Yukon

lexguynj

Lot's of nice features, practical, low key, it has everything, except that it's still a Mini-Van (and I will hold off ever getting a Mini-Van as long as possible!)

lexguynj

Hmmmm a Volvo with that much power, AWD and loaded for UNDER $40K? I'll have to check this one out. This is most interesting. Thanks for the tip.

lexguynj

The Yukon maybe too much truck for me, but just curious, how much does a Denali cost these days (since I see you own one and you seem to be enjoying it)? Thanks!

lexguynj

OK, based on all these great suggestions, the preferred list as of today is (in order of preference):

1. Toyota Highlander Limited (2004)
2. Toyota 4Runner Limited (2004)
3. Volvo XC90 SUV (2004)

I still can't decide!

Thanks again for all your help!

2Lexus430s

I got this for my g/f to drive around. I traded in a H2 for it.

The asking price was $51,000.00

I traded pretty much even.

rdollie

The Volvo XC90 is a nice vehicle but if short-term resale is a consideration I would hold off until this time next year when the high-output Yamaha-designed V8 debuts for Volvo (XC90 and S80.) If you plan to keep this vehicle for several years then it won't matter if you get a XC90 now.

Again, I highly recommend the S60R as it fits your requirements and according to Car and Driver I think it's the only thing suggested so far that has more grip in the corners than an Audi S4 or BMW M3 (I've been waiting for the debut of the V8 Lexus IS but I've just about given up and after trying the rest I'm down to M3 SMG or S60R 6-speed). Take a look:

http://www.r-series.org/

Or comb the forums here: http://www.swedespeed.com

Of course if you're not in a hurry I highly recommend Volvo's Overseas Delivery program. With exceptions for brand new models you generally pay FACTORY invoice (same as the dealer) for the vehicle and MSRP for options. You'll save thousands and get a free mini-vacation to boot (airfare for two, first night hotel, shipping, insurance, etc. are all included for free.)

I own a T6 I bought this way but after 4 years I'm ready for a change. I really thought the next GS or possibly IS would do it for me but I just can't wait that long. I'm in a bind as most of the cars I would consider are due for a change in the next year or so (M3 going to a V8, C32 going to a V8, Lexus GS being replaced, Audi A6 being replaced, new 5 series too ugly and expensive for what you get, etc.)

Oh well...

-rollie
rdollie@att.net

XenonES3

As someone else already mentioned: Honda Pilot.

Very "low-key", reliable, and car-like.

If you do get over the "minivan image", then definately look at the Toyota Sienna. I'm 17, but still have so much fun driving it