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HELP DECIDE: 2007 IS 350 or 2011 IS 350 -- both with 49k miles

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Old 01-14-14, 11:48 AM
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Originally Posted by P128sniper
Guys if money is not an issue he would be driving a Ferrari. If money is not an issue he wouldn't even be asking he would just go for 2011 or better yet 2014. In my opinion save urself some money and go for 2007 as long as it's been maintained. Good luck
We mentioned "money issue" because most people have a budget when purchasing car and it is a big jump to go from $20k to $26k. Btw, dont event think of the 2014 because the cost would be double. Cost to own is not only the purchase price but also include tax and insurance, etc... Again, it makes more sense to go with the 2006
Old 01-14-14, 12:30 PM
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Thanks for the input guys. Though I can afford either car, I don't want to shell out extra cash unless it's worthwhile.

From everyone's responses, and considering there are only cosmetic differences in year models, I'll likely go for the 2007 and simply trade up to the new body style when they depreciate a bit more.

Thanks for everyone's input.
Old 01-14-14, 12:39 PM
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2011 of course, exterior slightly different, HDD navi compare to dvd base navi, support ad2p which allows you to stream music from your phone, 06~09 doesn't support ad2p so only voicecalls for bluetooth.
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Personally, I'd go with the '07 AND talk them down under $20k.
Old 01-14-14, 01:07 PM
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Good pick with the 2007. Invest the different wisely then you will have a nice chunk of money for down payment when it time to move up to the 3IS.
The upgrades in Navi and bluetooth streaming are not worth the extra. I have Navi and still use my phone for directions. Get a cable and connect your device via Aux for audio
Old 01-14-14, 04:26 PM
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buy 2011 2011
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