I need your valuable opinion- Auto Related

[serious weapon_IHB]

To all the motorheads, I need your input.



I want to lease a new car. It needs to be a 4 dr saloon. Here are the contenders in no particular order or preference. G35/37, IS 250/350 and Evo X MR. I've previously owned a G35 coupe but sold it for starting my business back in the day. I like the styling of the IS but I hate the fact that it's an "Entry Level" Lexus. I also like the styling of the new Lancer Evo but I'm not too familiar with Mitsu's build quality.



If there are any other "Cool" sedans that didn't make my list, please add your suggestions... Sorry Graph, Bimmers aren't allowed in my household unless it has an M moniker.

 

[biscuitninja_IHB]

An Audi S4 or even A4 or A3. There is also the volvo S60. Have you ever though about a Ford Fusion v6?



I went with my Genesis because of quality of materials (just look under th car to see what i'm talking about... (FORGED aluminum suspension pieces!, air curtians under most of the car, etc.), great price, lots of options and great warrenty. Don't get me wrong, it should be called the USS Genesis, its a BIG car.



As for the decisions, I'd probably get the IS250/350 (but you REALLY want the IS-F or the Audi RS-4). The IS250 and the A3/4 are probably better cost wise, plus when gas goes WAY back up it will be much less painful at the pump.



I like Evolutions, but they are horrible for reliability, will cost you a fortune in maintence, repairs and depreciation. Look at the interiors and tell me what you think. Don't get me wrong, I DO like them. But i'm a little old for boy racer aspirations.



good luck

-bix

 

[serious weapon_IHB]

Ninjie... I used to be the biggest Bavarian car advocate, but as of late, the offerings are... *Yawn. M3, ISF, S4's are way too much for my budget, remember, I'm still in the market for a house.



I just got back from lunch and my friend's lady has a IS350, I have two bruises from getting in and out of the car. One on my head and the other on my knee.



As for the Genesis, I don't think I'm there yet. I'm proud that my country men can put out a car to erase the "Econobox" stigma but I'm not there yet.



If I can find a M5 station wagen that would be a different story.



I canceled my appointment at Newport Lexus. I'm waiting to hear back from Anaheim and South Coast Mitsu.