forget the Porsche. This is what I would call a Secretariat.. This car makes all BMWs seem like mules. It plays with the big boys in the Nurburgring. Also, Ferrari license this suspension from GM. Not to mention, it’s American :-)[/quote]
AN, AN, AN…a recent commentary from Edmunds:
“The BMW 3 Series is the company’s top seller in the United States and a favorite in the marketplace for good reason: It’s a well-built, premium compact vehicle endowed with world-class fit and finish, ample power, and a comfortable ride and handling trade-off that is unmatched by most cars at any price. No matter what model you choose, our editors generally agree that you’ll be able to go about your weekday routine without feeling that you’ve sacrificed ride comfort for the sake of weekend thrills.”
And…
What Edmunds Says
Even entering its fifth year of production, the BMW 3 Series remains the best entry-level luxury sedan you can buy.
Pros
Unmatched ride/handling balance, smooth and powerful engines, upscale cabin, four body styles, 335d’s amazing torque and fuel economy.
Wow…
TG and Company: For just over 30k, consider a late model 7 Series. An overbuilt, over-engineered supreme vehicle, just check Carmax.
Think about it: a late model, low mileage BMW 7 Series for around (and sometimes less) than 30k. These are 100k cars new!
A fricken Accord or Camry can run 30k.
Edmunds on the 7 Series:
Since its introduction for the 1978 model year, the BMW 7 Series luxury sedan has remained true to its original character. It’s the BMW flagship, and this full-size, rear-wheel-drive sedan has always represented the pinnacle of technology and luxury accoutrements in the German automaker’s lineup. As such, it’s an obvious choice for wealthy car buyers seeking a spacious and elegant sedan with a high level of curbside prestige.
There’s a fair amount of competition even in this elite vehicle class, but the 7 Series sedan’s athletic handling dynamics have long set it apart, starting with the early 733s and carrying through to the five present-day 7 Series models. While other manufacturers have been content to build high-end sedans with soft, serene rides, BMW engineers its 7s to engage their drivers on an emotional level. There are a few recent contenders that have gone after this emotional engagement, but the BMW 7 Series remains a prime luxury sedan for people who like to drive.
