initial impression of 16 rx f sport
11-12-15 | 04:00 PM
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I use to be a fan of BMWs and Audi but have since moved to Lexus because of reliability. Non of the BMWs and Audis I own in the past, and I owned 5 models between the two, can not last more than 40,000 miles without major problems. It got so old going to the dealer and treated like dirt from the service manager telling me I dont know how to drive my car therefore they break? That I should drive it gently and I should be easy on the throttle. I mean seriously? I should drive like a grandma in my high performance BMW/Audi?
Then I went over to Lexus and never looked back. When I switched from German cars to a Japanese one, I did it because of reliabily not styling. When I switched over to Lexus all of their cars were Bland and Boring but very smooth and comfortable. I am sooooooo glad that Lexus has finally stepped up and create cars with personality and style. Ever since the 4GS, the fire in my heart for Lexus has never burned brighter! And as a bonus Lexus service managers treats me like i am there most valuable customer.
Then I went over to Lexus and never looked back. When I switched from German cars to a Japanese one, I did it because of reliabily not styling. When I switched over to Lexus all of their cars were Bland and Boring but very smooth and comfortable. I am sooooooo glad that Lexus has finally stepped up and create cars with personality and style. Ever since the 4GS, the fire in my heart for Lexus has never burned brighter! And as a bonus Lexus service managers treats me like i am there most valuable customer.
But boy do I miss that sweet straight-6, the tight steering, and timeless looks. What a brilliant machine.
Last edited by BrownPride; 11-12-15 at 04:07 PM.
11-12-15 | 05:13 PM
#47
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very well said, there is alot about bmw that is unique and special.
same as lexus very special but as i am living the today with a bmw over my lexus, i realize the tech is so much better than lexus and the motors are really for an enthusiast to enjoy
the new b58 inline six is even better than the one you had they keep improving
same as lexus very special but as i am living the today with a bmw over my lexus, i realize the tech is so much better than lexus and the motors are really for an enthusiast to enjoy
the new b58 inline six is even better than the one you had they keep improving
11-12-15 | 05:16 PM
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First Look Today. Finally
Well, after looking at pictures for six months, I finally got to see two of them today.
Because I'm over 50 I was afraid I would hate it, at least the grill, no, no, no. I found it exceptionally attractive. The interior is more luxurious than the previous gen and the tech has improved tremendously. The lux model with the 20 in wheels is very well proportioned.
I give it an a+ for looks.
Need to see how it handles though. There seems to be mixed reviews on that.
Because I'm over 50 I was afraid I would hate it, at least the grill, no, no, no. I found it exceptionally attractive. The interior is more luxurious than the previous gen and the tech has improved tremendously. The lux model with the 20 in wheels is very well proportioned.
I give it an a+ for looks.
Need to see how it handles though. There seems to be mixed reviews on that.
11-12-15 | 06:40 PM
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I actually had two Grand Cherokees, a 2011 and a 2014. The 2011 had a lot of small glitches, had terrible brake corrosion at 20k miles, lots of little electrical issues, switches that quit working, sometimes multiple times (window switches, lock buttons, the HVAC control panel) had a window leak at the rear hatch...stuff like that. I loved that Jeep so much though, after an exhaustive search for a vehicle to replace it I bought another one, a 2014 Overland which was much higher optioned and figured I'd roll the dice again. I only had that a year before we had twins and we traded it on the Sedona minivan but it was 100% problem free. The 2011 had already had like 15 warranty repairs by the time it was a year old.
I also posted on the Jeep forums. It seems to be hit or miss, you either have a good one or a problematic one. Its a great vehicle though, I miss it. The problem free one that is LOL
I also posted on the Jeep forums. It seems to be hit or miss, you either have a good one or a problematic one. Its a great vehicle though, I miss it. The problem free one that is LOL
Did you have a Grand Cherokee ? It's a shame isn't it, that Jeep has so many problems...I really wanted a Grand Cherokee a while back, and I think they are very good looking SUV's, but here again if you read reviews about the Jeeps, they aren't good. So once again my decision became Lexus.
11-13-15 | 10:29 AM
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11-14-15 | 06:07 PM
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Buy a late build versus early build is like taking medicine that can save your life. One pill is early batch while another one is late batch but only one of those two works, so......which one should I pick. LoL. And how should I know if my Jeep is early batch or late batch will the dealer tell me? Sorry just Ranting...nothing personal.
11-15-15 | 07:29 AM
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And how should I know if my Jeep is early batch or late batch will the dealer tell me? Sorry just Ranting...nothing personal.
My 2014 was built in April.
11-15-15 | 09:57 AM
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Wife and I test drove the F-sport model yesterday. We really like it but found the F-sport seats to be a bit snugged or tight fitting. I have broad shoulders so I can see that being a problem. However my petite asian wife complains about the seat as well. The base model seats feel normal. For the price the F-Sports seems to be the better deal/package but the seats are just the deal breaker for me. Anyone else feel the same way?
11-15-15 | 04:24 PM
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Wife and I test drove the F-sport model yesterday. We really like it but found the F-sport seats to be a bit snugged or tight fitting. I have broad shoulders so I can see that being a problem. However my petite asian wife complains about the seat as well. The base model seats feel normal. For the price the F-Sports seems to be the better deal/package but the seats are just the deal breaker for me. Anyone else feel the same way?
I can't wait to see the vehicle in person. 20" wheels? Sounds good.
11-17-15 | 05:19 PM
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I drove a nx and rx last week. I am single, no kids, 49. I have a 2 year old accord thats killing my back and want something easier to get in and out of. The nx was horrible on performance. My buddy was with me and he was like did you floor it lol. We both have muscle cars and I didnt mind the size of the nx but I dont see how you could pass anyone with it. I sat in the f sport . I am 5-10, 170 and that seat is too tight. I also think there will be some wear issues with sliding over the edge of the bolster to get out. I liked the rest of the F sport. It was black with red interior.
I drove a regular RX and liked it but they are getting in some weird options. I am sure the salesman said the only navigation vehicles they have are on 2 hybrids. From what I understand the mid grade stereo is in with navigation. I also dont think any had the panoramic roof either. All but the F sport had the 18 inch wheels also.
The F sport seats were a deal breaker for me
I drove a regular RX and liked it but they are getting in some weird options. I am sure the salesman said the only navigation vehicles they have are on 2 hybrids. From what I understand the mid grade stereo is in with navigation. I also dont think any had the panoramic roof either. All but the F sport had the 18 inch wheels also.
The F sport seats were a deal breaker for me
11-17-15 | 06:09 PM
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I drove a nx and rx last week. I am single, no kids, 49. I have a 2 year old accord thats killing my back and want something easier to get in and out of. The nx was horrible on performance. My buddy was with me and he was like did you floor it lol. We both have muscle cars and I didnt mind the size of the nx but I dont see how you could pass anyone with it. I sat in the f sport . I am 5-10, 170 and that seat is too tight. I also think there will be some wear issues with sliding over the edge of the bolster to get out. I liked the rest of the F sport. It was black with red interior.
I drove a regular RX and liked it but they are getting in some weird options. I am sure the salesman said the only navigation vehicles they have are on 2 hybrids. From what I understand the mid grade stereo is in with navigation. I also dont think any had the panoramic roof either. All but the F sport had the 18 inch wheels also.
The F sport seats were a deal breaker for me
I drove a regular RX and liked it but they are getting in some weird options. I am sure the salesman said the only navigation vehicles they have are on 2 hybrids. From what I understand the mid grade stereo is in with navigation. I also dont think any had the panoramic roof either. All but the F sport had the 18 inch wheels also.
The F sport seats were a deal breaker for me