Introductory Luxury Cars

[velvett]

For 2004 & newer...from the BMW website.

BMW Full Maintenance. A whole different kind of fulfillment.

Maintenance is one of many hidden costs to consider when you’re looking at a car’s sticker price. For most cars, that is. Fortunately, BMW offers one of the most comprehensive maintenance programs in its class. Not that service is needed often, only every 15,000 miles or so. Just about anything your BMW might need replaced or serviced—brake pads, wiper blades, oil change, checkup—is fully covered for 4 years or 50,000 miles, whichever comes first.* Which will save you money and simplify your operating instructions considerably: Fill with gas. Point to horizon. Go.

Maintenance costs for 4 years/50,000 miles, whichever comes first:*


• Brake Pads: $0
• Brake Rotors: $0
• Engine Belts: $0
• Oil Changes: $0
• Wiper Blades: $0
• Inspections: $0

*Full Maintenance covers all factory-recommended maintenance on all MY 2004 vehicles and newer vehicles, as determined by the Service Level Indicator, for 4 years or 50,000 miles, whichever comes first. Exclusions from coverage: gasoline, gasoline additives, windshield washer additives, tires, wheels, wheel alignment, tire balancing and rotation. All work must be performed by an authorized BMW center. See the Service and Warranty Information booklet for more details and exclusions.

I still think the Lexus IS300 is the worst of them all - at least if you want your car to have some balls...but that's just me.

That's true of the previous body styles as well. Mine's serviced every 12-15k and I do some oil changes inbetween. Before I bought my car it was a lease and through the lease I did not pay for any service and I had a loaner car provided if I needed it.

 

[Childish///AMG]

I just found this board, I usually only post on the Weightlifting section. I guess you could say that I live the luxury lifestyle for my demographic (college student at a non-Ivy League or West Coast counterparts). Anyways, my question is whether you guys would recommend a 3 series BMW or a Lexus IS300. I am going to be buying a certified pre-owned 2000-2001, and have narrowed my choices to these two. I am leaning towards the IS300 because it has a better repair record. I can afford the payments and repairs for both, but since I am not a millionaire, extra money can always be spent on other conspiciously consumed items. Anyone have experiences with either?

I am strictly a "MB" person But check out DTMPower and Bimmerforums and your questions could be answered there. Also check out the Lexus forums

 

[tiger88]

well besides the looks and status...the IS300 is so boring to drive (even in a manual) just doesnt do it for me in terms of prefromance.... sis has one and its such a drag ...blah mobile...seems like the 30,000 entry luxo market cars are that way... the c230 isnt quick at all ...jag x type is slow as well and same with the 3 series (need to get a 330ci but thats 38k +) buy a used bmw 530I 2002ish (previous generation)

 

[MattTheSkywalker]

I have 3 Lexus-es, the 06 GS300, the 03 SC430 and 01 RX300.

I have never had a problem with any of them, and they are all fun to drive. A friend of mine has a 325-series BMW...might as well get a Corolla. However, another friend has a 330ci, and that thing is a blast.

I am a Lexus guy, but that 330 is fun. I never really considered the IS; too small.

If I were your age, I would save the cash. I am 29 now, and take my word for it, you'll still want cool cars when you;re older too...plus there is less tress when you know can afford them without a lot of headaches.

Just my 2 cents,

 

[93rps13]

If got the money get a MB E55 that is one sexy piece of machinery.....

 

[tiger88]

well the is250 and is350 2006 are here so the is300 is old hat

 

[Steroid Guru]

If your buying used then go Lexus. The IS is a nice and reliable car. It is a bit on the slow side but you can make it faster like I did to mine. Its still faster then the BMW 325 and costs like 10g's less.

 

[19psi]

i work at a lexus and bmw dealer and i can say lexus all the way.

 

[bloodinbloodout]

just bought a 2002 acura 3.5 RL fully loaded navvy, leather, bose, 6 disc changer. At 22 years old I get more than a couple of stares and its backed by the dealer. Why buy an intro level beamer when you can have the pinnacle of class.

 

[indyswife]

For 2004 & newer...from the BMW website.

BMW Full Maintenance. A whole different kind of fulfillment.

Maintenance is one of many hidden costs to consider when you’re looking at a car’s sticker price. For most cars, that is. Fortunately, BMW offers one of the most comprehensive maintenance programs in its class. Not that service is needed often, only every 15,000 miles or so. Just about anything your BMW might need replaced or serviced—brake pads, wiper blades, oil change, checkup—is fully covered for 4 years or 50,000 miles, whichever comes first.* Which will save you money and simplify your operating instructions considerably: Fill with gas. Point to horizon. Go.

Maintenance costs for 4 years/50,000 miles, whichever comes first:*


• Brake Pads: $0
• Brake Rotors: $0
• Engine Belts: $0
• Oil Changes: $0
• Wiper Blades: $0
• Inspections: $0

*Full Maintenance covers all factory-recommended maintenance on all MY 2004 vehicles and newer vehicles, as determined by the Service Level Indicator, for 4 years or 50,000 miles, whichever comes first. Exclusions from coverage: gasoline, gasoline additives, windshield washer additives, tires, wheels, wheel alignment, tire balancing and rotation. All work must be performed by an authorized BMW center. See the Service and Warranty Information booklet for more details and exclusions.

I still think the Lexus IS300 is the worst of them all - at least if you want your car to have some balls...but that's just me.

This right here says it all. BMW has the best maintenance of anyone out there. Once a year oil change and anything in between is covered. When you add up all the service and oil changes in other cars it all comes out to equal what you would pay for a BMW. We have had 6 in 5 years and I keep thinking I am going to try something new and I keep going back to the BMW just different models. Right now I have the X5 4.8 and I love it, we may buy -it out after the lease is up or I will be getting an all-wheel 5 or used 7. Just make sure you have warranty or extended warranty.