Date: Mon, 25 Sep 2000 15:33:47 -0700 From: "bob" <rjmaurinopsamimenet.com> Subject: Re: Has anyone considered an IS300 instead of a new 9-3SE?
Liam & Nicole Sheehan wrote in message <8qo5nj$frp$1nopsamnews.rcn.net>... >I thought the same way you guys did until I drove one. Formula 1 shifting >on steering wheel, 17" wheels and tires standard, 215 HP, 6 disc changer, >ALL standard no cost options and its cheaper than a 9-3 SE. > >I love SAABs and will probably keep mine for a commuter car but never >dreamed I would be interested in a Lexus until I sat in it and test drove. > >Drive one then get back to me. And the 6-CD changer is in the dash. This is about $1,100 retail just for the CD changer. The only problems that I have with the car are (1) rear wheel drive, (2) it can be $35k (34,680 MSRP) with leather, moon roof, heated seats, etc., and (3) it just looks japanese. I will be buying a new car w/i 6 months (approx.), and I'm going to compare and drive the Viggen (which is 38k on paper but can be had for 35k or even less), the IS 300, a Volvo (S60?), an Audi (A4?), and a Mercedes. The Lexus is definitely a worthwhile consideration.