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Re: Bimmer 325 vs. Lexus IS300 (archive)
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Posted by Colin on May 29, 2001 at 09:51:11:

In Reply to: Bimmer 325 vs. Lexus IS300 posted by Tye on May 27, 2001 at 13:35:09:


Hey I am about to buy a new car and I am looking between Bimmer's and Lexus'...Does anyone have some information to hlep me make this decision?
Thanks!

The BMW is available with a manual transmission, which is a must in this type of car. If you are buying an automatic, just buy a Pontiac Grand Prix and save your money. The BMW will have better resale value if kept in good condition, and its styling will age much better than the trendy-but-already-tired Lexus. I'm sure the Lexus, being made by Toyota, is of impeccable quality, but so is the BMW. The styling of the Lexus looks boring to me. I can't tell it from any other Japanese small sedan. The BMW, on the other hand, could be mistaken for no other car; it has an identity all its own. The Lexus has clear taillight lenses that look way too childish and cheezy for such an expensive car; the BMW does not bow to tacky trendiness. It's look is classic, but modern. Drive both cars and see which one you like best, but be sure to drive the BMW with the 5-speed manual.
Colin


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