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Atone · 21 July 2022, 12:33 PM

I recently purchased a little mountain house and have been going back and forth A LOT. It’s impossible not to be covered in dirt at all times coming and going. My off road truck has been dialed in for such escapades but I’m feeling like I want a city car that stays clean, is fast-ish and easy on maintenance (prob rules out BMW). Def want a coupe and would love a convertible but not an option with Lexus (I think). Was looking at a Lexus RC F or possibly m440i. Any thoughts or input from the car contingency? Looking to keep $ around $50k, low miles and as new as my budget allows for - ideally 2020 or newer

TNT009 · 21 July 2022, 12:56 PM

Lexus... Its about convenience for me... The dealership is close to me and the restaurant has very good food! Best customer service!.. Good Luck!

swils8610 · 21 July 2022, 12:59 PM

Long term reliability with minimal maintenance Lexus all day long.

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Atone · 21 July 2022, 01:12 PM

Thanks for the comments. That’s how I was leaning

SDGT3 · 21 July 2022, 01:44 PM

IF you plan to keep the vehicle past the factory or CPO warranty period, Lexus is the way to go IMO.

Atone · 21 July 2022, 02:00 PM

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Originally Posted by SDGT3

IF you plan to keep the vehicle past the factory or CPO warranty period, Lexus is the way to go IMO.

I do and thank you for the input !!!

Zartan · 21 July 2022, 03:27 PM

My M2 is a lot of fun. Most Lexus are a bit boring but have very few issues. Just traded in a gx460 for a macan s. With 30k miles now on the beemer and we only buy gas, oil and tires. The only Lexus close to it is almost twice as much, the lc 500 but beautiful.
BMW for fun

woodsworth · 21 July 2022, 03:47 PM

Not a fan of BMWs. Lexus in this case.

95% · 21 July 2022, 03:50 PM

If it's a coupe you want then you gotta go BMW, are the masters of the coupe. The M44i you mentioned, I've always believed is a future classic.

BNA/LION · 21 July 2022, 03:59 PM

I know what you are dealing with and we ended up going MacanS. When it come to road trips comfort on freeway and drirt roads I'd go with BMW of the two.

George58 · 21 July 2022, 08:07 PM

Lexus all the way. Bmw stealership all the time.

Atone · 21 July 2022, 09:14 PM

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Originally Posted by Zartan

My M2 is a lot of fun. Most Lexus are a bit boring but have very few issues. Just traded in a gx460 for a macan s. With 30k miles now on the beemer and we only buy gas, oil and tires. The only Lexus close to it is almost twice as much, the lc 500 but beautiful.
BMW for fun

I was looking at the rc350f.

Trailboss516 · 21 July 2022, 09:43 PM

Choosing with your brain: Lexus
Choosing with your heart: BMW

m j b · 21 July 2022, 09:48 PM

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Originally Posted by Trailboss516

Choosing with your brain: Lexus
Choosing with your heart: BMW

Well said. I'm a long-time BMW fan, but I do recognize the sometimes expensive maintenance costs out of warranty, and see that appeal of the Toyota... er, Lexus.

But if you enjoy driving and want something fun, then it needs to be Bavarian.

HHIslander · 21 July 2022, 10:00 PM

For your budget and needs, Lexus. BMWs are a great drive but I’d only get one when new with a lease/warranty. With your budget, you’re going to be pushing the end or middle of the warranty period and you will run into problems. A 4 series might be close to your budget but not sure.

If a lease is an option, go BMW. As someone mentioned, the M4 convertible is sweet.

Trailboss516 · 21 July 2022, 10:01 PM

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Originally Posted by m j b

But if you enjoy driving and want something fun, then it needs to be Bavarian.

I mashed the pedal of the GX460 on a test drive and nothing happened. The X5, for what it is, is an awesome truck fast enough for 99% of the people who own one.
Maintenance cost? Pssh, I'm on a Rolex forum, this ain't the place for rational purchases either.

Atone · 21 July 2022, 10:03 PM

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Originally Posted by HHIslander

For your budget and needs, Lexus. BMWs are a great drive but I’d only get one when new with a lease/warranty. With your budget, you’re going to be pushing the end or middle of the warranty period and you will run into problems. A 4 series might be close to your budget but not sure.

If a lease is an option, go BMW. As someone mentioned, the M4 convertible is sweet.

Only problem is finding one! There are no leases on them bc no one has one.

enjoythemusic · 21 July 2022, 10:05 PM

Lexus, though i'd ALSO suggest a Subaru if you really have lots of hardpack / dirt and uneven surfaces... and want durability too. Subaru. Lived in a mountaintop home with 1/2-mile hardpack driveway that had 700 feet of overall elevation from bottom to top... Subaru.

HHIslander · 21 July 2022, 10:11 PM

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Originally Posted by Atone

Only problem is finding one! There are no leases on them bc no one has one.

See if you can hire someone at the leasehackr forum to find one for you, I did that years ago for a m550. They have threads there and at bimmerfest that can help you out.

https://www.bimmerfest.com/threads/b...lease.1370367/

Lexus dealers have LC 500s in stock, maybe they will lease. I’d take a lc500 over an m4 all day long.

Atone · 21 July 2022, 10:16 PM

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Originally Posted by enjoythemusic

Lexus, though i'd ALSO suggest a Subaru if you really have lots of hardpack / dirt and uneven surfaces... and want durability too. Subaru. Lived in a mountaintop home with 1/2-mile hardpack driveway that had 700 feet of overall elevation from bottom to top... Subaru.

I have my 4runner for the mountain stuff. Just looking for something to drive when in LA

DLRIDES · 21 July 2022, 10:23 PM

Lexus

When you hear people say, “xxxxx” is a great car, just don’t own one without a warranty.”, that’s a sign, a bad sign !

Atone · 21 July 2022, 10:33 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by HHIslander

See if you can hire someone at the leasehackr forum to find one for you, I did that years ago for a m550. They have threads there and at bimmerfest that can help you out.

https://www.bimmerfest.com/threads/b...lease.1370367/

Lexus dealers have LC 500s in stock, maybe they will lease. I’d take a lc500 over an m4 all day long.

Oh man. That LC500 is swweeeeeeeeet!

mathewdale · 21 July 2022, 10:55 PM

I pick BMW all day any day.

HHIslander · 21 July 2022, 11:00 PM

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Originally Posted by Atone

Oh man. That LC500 is swweeeeeeeeet!

Wait til you drive one!

That would be my #1 choice. Santa is getting me a white convertible with red interior for Christmas, so I’m biased.

Atone · 21 July 2022, 11:06 PM

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Originally Posted by HHIslander

Wait til you drive one!

That would be my #1 choice. Santa is getting me a white convertible with red interior for Christmas, so I’m biased.

Man. I wish you hadn’t mentioned that car. And it comes in convertible. Damnit.

wrxdev · 21 July 2022, 11:23 PM

BMW. Their B58 inline six, is an engine designed by the gods.

-RolexMan- · 21 July 2022, 11:31 PM

Lexus all day long.....

enjoythemusic · 21 July 2022, 11:32 PM

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Originally Posted by Atone

I have my 4runner for the mountain stuff. Just looking for something to drive when in LA

Ahhh, i misread, my bad.

Lexus.

Rockrolex · 21 July 2022, 11:56 PM

I have an RC300 and love it. it's got great acceleration and is a comfortable drive. i only put in gas every couple of weeks. I never have service issues with it and I've had it for 2+ years. We've had only Lexus since 1990, including all of the 400 series, an LC430 (Which I had for 15 years and only had regular service done on it) an IS250C (because they had stopped making droptops) an ES350, an ES250 (a slimmed down version of the 350) and the RC300. Our next one will likely be an RX350 (or whatever the next model is).

Wcdhtwn · 22 July 2022, 12:05 AM

BMW you buy with your heart. Lexus you buy with your brain. I've heard good things about the Acura TLX with the 355-HP 3.0L TURBO V6 (Type S), great performance and handling along with Honda/Acura (near Lexus) quality.

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DLRIDES 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Jan 2017 Real Name: Don Location: NC/WY Watch: Me Posts: 4,676	Lexus When you hear people say, “xxxxx” is a great car, just don’t own one without a warranty.”, that’s a sign, a bad sign ! __________________ *Purchasing your first non HOA home on a 3 acre lot DOES NOT equate to owning a “farm”.*

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Rockrolex TRF Moderator & 2024 SubLV41 Patron Join Date: May 2005 Real Name: God Location: Washington, D.C. Watch: What do you think? Posts: 37,970	I have an RC300 and love it. it's got great acceleration and is a comfortable drive. i only put in gas every couple of weeks. I never have service issues with it and I've had it for 2+ years. We've had only Lexus since 1990, including all of the 400 series, an LC430 (Which I had for 15 years and only had regular service done on it) an IS250C (because they had stopped making droptops) an ES350, an ES250 (a slimmed down version of the 350) and the RC300. Our next one will likely be an RX350 (or whatever the next model is). __________________ Despite the high cost of living, it's still very popular. *Tosser Cabinet Member* Official Member: 'Perpetual 30' Vegas International GTG 2016 Official Member "WIS-CON" Las Vegas International GTG 2017 Official Member "WIS-CON" Las Vegas International GTG 2018 Official Member "WIS-CON" Las Vegas International GTG 2019 Last edited by Rockrolex; 22 July 2022 at 07:10 AM..

21 July 2022, 12:33 PM	#1
Atone "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2015 Real Name: Jesse Location: Los Angeles Watch: TinTin! Posts: 2,704	Would you Lexus or BMW? I recently purchased a little mountain house and have been going back and forth A LOT. It’s impossible not to be covered in dirt at all times coming and going. My off road truck has been dialed in for such escapades but I’m feeling like I want a city car that stays clean, is fast-ish and easy on maintenance (prob rules out BMW). Def want a coupe and would love a convertible but not an option with Lexus (I think). Was looking at a Lexus RC F or possibly m440i. Any thoughts or input from the car contingency? Looking to keep $ around $50k, low miles and as new as my budget allows for - ideally 2020 or newer __________________ 2 Factor Authentication Enabled

21 July 2022, 12:56 PM	#2
TNT009 "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2019 Location: San Diego Posts: 3,533	Lexus... Its about convenience for me... The dealership is close to me and the restaurant has very good food! Best customer service!.. Good Luck!

21 July 2022, 12:59 PM	#3
swils8610 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Sep 2012 Real Name: shannon Location: usa Posts: 9,211	Long term reliability with minimal maintenance Lexus all day long. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Pro

21 July 2022, 01:44 PM	#5
SDGT3 "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2019 Real Name: Phillip Location: Right here Watch: SD43 Daytona Blusy Posts: 2,125	IF you plan to keep the vehicle past the factory or CPO warranty period, Lexus is the way to go IMO.

21 July 2022, 03:27 PM	#7
Zartan "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2022 Real Name: Casey Location: El Norte Watch: Speedy Posts: 104	My M2 is a lot of fun. Most Lexus are a bit boring but have very few issues. Just traded in a gx460 for a macan s. With 30k miles now on the beemer and we only buy gas, oil and tires. The only Lexus close to it is almost twice as much, the lc 500 but beautiful. BMW for fun

21 July 2022, 03:47 PM	#8
woodsworth "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2012 Location: 100 Acre Wood Posts: 959	Not a fan of BMWs. Lexus in this case.

21 July 2022, 03:50 PM	#9
95% "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2018 Location: Oregon Posts: 15	If it's a coupe you want then you gotta go BMW, are the masters of the coupe. The M44i you mentioned, I've always believed is a future classic.

21 July 2022, 08:07 PM	#11
George58 "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2021 Location: Home Watch: Patek Aquanaut Posts: 837	Lexus all the way. Bmw stealership all the time.

21 July 2022, 09:43 PM	#13
Trailboss516 "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2017 Location: In denial Watch: It's complicated Posts: 1,620	Choosing with your brain: Lexus Choosing with your heart: BMW

21 July 2022, 10:00 PM	#15
HHIslander "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2020 Real Name: Henry Location: USA Posts: 4,288	For your budget and needs, Lexus. BMWs are a great drive but I’d only get one when new with a lease/warranty. With your budget, you’re going to be pushing the end or middle of the warranty period and you will run into problems. A 4 series might be close to your budget but not sure. If a lease is an option, go BMW. As someone mentioned, the M4 convertible is sweet.

21 July 2022, 10:55 PM	#23
mathewdale Banned Join Date: Jan 2021 Real Name: Mathew Location: USA Watch: HULK Posts: 173	I pick BMW all day any day.

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wrxdev "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2020 Real Name: VSK Location: USA Watch: Rolex, Omega Posts: 159	BMW. Their B58 inline six, is an engine designed by the gods.

21 July 2022, 11:31 PM	#27
-RolexMan- "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2012 Real Name: Johnny Location: EastCoast Watch: GMT 2C Posts: 136	Lexus all day long.....

22 July 2022, 12:05 AM	#30
Wcdhtwn "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2015 Location: Houston Watch: SkyD, SD43, GMT2 Posts: 5,061	BMW you buy with your heart. Lexus you buy with your brain. I've heard good things about the Acura TLX with the 355-HP 3.0L TURBO V6 (Type S), great performance and handling along with Honda/Acura (near Lexus) quality.

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