Audi or Lexus

anewlife · 06-05-2005, 08:44 PM

I am looking into getting a used Lexus IS300 or an Audi A4 Quattro. I am a little suspect of Audi's quality and cost of repair...the Lexus is a toyota, low cost, great reliability...

So any good bad experiences out there with either car (US versions)

Lon · 06-05-2005, 09:04 PM

Go Lexus--------------superb car and driving experience.

valerie · 06-05-2005, 09:34 PM

I vote Lexus, too!! Think you'd regret the Audi.

Check out Consumer's Reports, maybe!

john8pies · 06-06-2005, 09:06 AM

I can`t afford either! If I could, I would recommend the Lexus, for looks, reliability and driveability. The Audi probably better for comfort, only

pink princess · 06-06-2005, 09:16 AM

the audi has more 'status' to it.....

RedSoxFan · 06-06-2005, 09:19 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by anewlife

I am looking into getting a used Lexus IS300 or an Audi A4 Quattro. I am a little suspect of Audi's quality and cost of repair...the Lexus is a toyota, low cost, great reliability...

So any good bad experiences out there with either car (US versions)

The Lexus IS300 has a little more appeal and thats what I would go for. Although, if you, on average get a lot of snow during the winter, you WILL wish you got the Audi A4. Trust me, i've driven the IS300 in snow, if there is more than 3 inches on the ground, you won't make it to work. I was going to get the IS300 but went with the ES300 just because of that reason.

CARLA · 06-07-2005, 06:11 PM

GO LEXUS .. IT HAS A RIDE LIKE NO OTHER CAR, EXCEPT FOR MAYBE CADILLAC.. YOU WILL ENJOY IT TOTALLY..

My sister has a old Lexus LS400 1992 that car has had no mechincal problems what so ever, and had a cloud like ride. Of course it is now my Nieces car as she loves its.

If I could afford a LEXUS it would be the car I would buy hands down.

TW2005 · 06-07-2005, 08:07 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by RedSoxFan

The Lexus IS300 has a little more appeal and thats what I would go for. Although, if you, on average get a lot of snow during the winter, you WILL wish you got the Audi A4. Trust me, i've driven the IS300 in snow, if there is more than 3 inches on the ground, you won't make it to work. I was going to get the IS300 but went with the ES300 just because of that reason.

RSF is right about the snow. It has very poor driveability in the snow. My friend that lives in Boston has an IS300 and when it snows there in the winter, he has to bum a ride to and from work.

anewlife · 06-11-2005, 07:45 PM

Hi all

I bought the Lexus IS300 - I liked the styling better and one look at Audi's quality and repair record made the decision easy. It is quick, but not porsche fast, handles fantastic and has all the bells and whistles. I love it. It can run with most anything but is quiet as a church mouse, which is nice for long runs.

Thanks all for the input.

P.S. BTW it is charcoal grey with black leather interior.

nvalleyvee · 06-11-2005, 08:09 PM

I drive a 10 year old Toyota T-100 I bought to haul a horse. I guess it's a matter of need. I needed a truck to haul my daughter's horse to competition. I sold my BMW to do it.

FIDO

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anewlife Member Join Date: May 2005 Location: Virginia Posts: 96	Audi or Lexus I am looking into getting a used Lexus IS300 or an Audi A4 Quattro. I am a little suspect of Audi's quality and cost of repair...the Lexus is a toyota, low cost, great reliability... So any good bad experiences out there with either car (US versions)
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pink princess Senior Member Join Date: Apr 2005 Location: London Posts: 1,114	Re: Audi or Lexus the audi has more 'status' to it..... __________________ life is what you make it my boyfriend just proposed to me (05/05/05) and im blissfully happy!! im engaged!! i have a fiance!! um..... well thats a bit out of date! im married now! and married life is the best thing in the entire world! with my husband by side my life is complete
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06-07-2005, 06:11 PM	#7 (permalink)
CARLA ALOHA..!! Supporting Member Join Date: Nov 2004 Location: San Diego, California (Native born and raised) Posts: 8,402	Re: Audi or Lexus GO LEXUS .. IT HAS A RIDE LIKE NO OTHER CAR, EXCEPT FOR MAYBE CADILLAC.. YOU WILL ENJOY IT TOTALLY.. My sister has a old Lexus LS400 1992 that car has had no mechincal problems what so ever, and had a cloud like ride. Of course it is now my Nieces car as she loves its. If I could afford a LEXUS it would be the car I would buy hands down. __________________ ALOHA!! MOTTO TO LIVE BY: "Life should NOT be a journey to the grave with the intention of arriving safely in an attractive and well preserved body, but rather to skid in sideways, chocolate in one hand, martini in the other, body thoroughly used up, totally worn out and screaming. WOO HOO!!, what a ride!!!"
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06-11-2005, 07:45 PM	#9 (permalink)
anewlife Member Join Date: May 2005 Location: Virginia Posts: 96	Re: Audi or Lexus Hi all I bought the Lexus IS300 - I liked the styling better and one look at Audi's quality and repair record made the decision easy. It is quick, but not porsche fast, handles fantastic and has all the bells and whistles. I love it. It can run with most anything but is quiet as a church mouse, which is nice for long runs. Thanks all for the input. P.S. BTW it is charcoal grey with black leather interior.
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06-11-2005, 08:09 PM	#10 (permalink)
nvalleyvee Not just a sheeple Supporting Member Join Date: Apr 2005 Location: NM Posts: 5,145	Re: Audi or Lexus I drive a 10 year old Toyota T-100 I bought to haul a horse. I guess it's a matter of need. I needed a truck to haul my daughter's horse to competition. I sold my BMW to do it. FIDO __________________ The growth of knowledge depends entirely on disagreement..........Karl R. Popper
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