Monday, October 19, 2015

2008 Lexus IS350 or 2008 BMW 335i?


So I currently have a 04 Accord Coupe V6 that I just finish paying off, it has 105k miles on it and my title is coming in the mail in a few weeks. So for months I've been comparing these two models. I've driven the IS350 but never really drove the 335i. I want a four door car, want something reliable, want something that I can have fun with when I'm by myself, I want something that looks somewhat sporty as well. I want something quick, at least a v6 when I need that extra power or when I want to play around on the track. I'm basically looking for a family car when necessary, and a sports car when I want to have fun. I do want to get into modding it in the future. Here are the facts about these cars that I know.

Lexus:

1. Reliable
2. Has a better interior
3. Looks more modern
4. More room in the back seat
5. Cost more used (Holds value better)
6. Cheaper to maintain
7. Naturally aspirated (don't have to worry about replacing turbos)
8. Better Navigation sytem

BMW:

1. Comes in AWD (something to think about for all types of weather)
2. Faster
3. Can be tuned to produce more power
4. More expensive to maintain
5. Better driver experience (from what I see and hear)
Added (1). I just can't decide. I've seen the 335i's for around 11-13k with around 80k miles on it, I've seen the Lexus for around 12-15k with 80k miles on it. I just cant decide what to get. I want the BMW because it is more of a performance car, and I want the IS350 because I'm scared of the Maintenance of the BMW lol

I will be using the money I get from my Honda as a down payment on one of these cars.

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