looking for a new car

[Amalan]

my father wants me to help him pick out a car for him to drive daily to work since his current car broke down (mazda 6) anyway his price range is under 45k new or used (preferably certified pre-owned) that gets decent mpg (around 25mpg hwy) so what would you guys suggest? one thing is that he hates audis so no audis.

i found a few that are possible contenders

Caddilac CTS (http://www.autotrader.com/fyc/vdp.jsp?ct=u&car_id=249941918&dealer_id=342816&car_year=2008&model=CTS&num_records=25&systime=&make2=&highlightFirstMakeModel=&start_year=2008&keywordsfyc=&keywordsfyc=&keywordsrep=&keywordsrep=&engine=&certified=&body_code=0&fuel=&awsp=false&search_type=both&distance=100&marketZipError=false&search_lang=en&showZipError=n&make=CAD&keywords_display=&color=&page_location=findacar%3A%3Aispsearchform&min_price=&drive=&default_sort=priceDESC&seller_type=b&max_mileage=&style_flag=1&sort_type=priceDESC&address=45242&advanced=&end_year=2009&doors=&transmission=&max_price=40000&cardist=97)


Lexus GS350
(http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/Cars-Trucks___2007-GS350-AWD-NAV-B-UP-HTD-COLD-SEATS-100K-WARNTY_W0QQitemZ110288036080QQddnZCarsQ20Q26Q20Tru cksQQddiZ2282QQcmdZViewItem?hash=item110288036080&_trkparms=39%3A1|65%3A7|240%3A1318&_trksid=p4506.c0.m245)



2009 Acura TL SH-AWD (comes out in november) (http://www.leftlanenews.com/acura-tl.html)

Infiniti M45 (http://www.kingsautomall.com/used-inventory/vehicle-details.htm?vehicleId=e18236f54046381e017588d52dac 89a4&useHistory=true)


bmw 335i coupe (preferably like to find a convertible but its hard to find one in the price range close) (http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/Cars-Trucks___2008-BMW-335I-COUPE-NAV-SPORT-PADDLES-HEAT-STS-PREM-SND_W0QQitemZ310079076603QQddnZCarsQ20Q26Q20Trucks QQddiZ2282QQcmdZViewItem?hash=item310079076603&_trkparms=39%3A1|65%3A7|240%3A1308&_trksid=p4506.c0.m245)

im not sure what other cars are out there that would be decent so if you guys know of any please share. and of those above that ive listed, which do you guys think would be the best (dont be biased toward the bmw though this is a bmw forum)

[hockeynut]

You could get a very nice Honda Accord hybrid or Toyota Camry hybrid, get the mileage you want with lots of money left over. If the target is to spend $45k then what other features does he want? Luxury? Sports? 4 door? 2 door?

[Amalan]

You could get a very nice Honda Accord hybrid or Toyota Camry hybrid, get the mileage you want with lots of money left over. If the target is to spend $45k then what other features does he want? Luxury? Sports? 4 door? 2 door?

mainly luxury and name. at least 4 seats is the requirement.

[Z4luvr]

He could get a CPO 530i pretty cheap these days. If he gets lucky, he might find a 1 year old 535i that would be in his price range as long as its not too loaded. Older people don't usually want to be cramped in a 3-series, so I would not recommend the 335 even if it's a vert. Either the 530i or the 535i get 25 MPG highway.

[chivas]

m45 all the way!

[Amalan]

i showed him that caddilac and i think hes leaning toward either the caddy or the m45 i dunno do you guys have any other suggestions for cars?

[BiggieJ]

i showed him that caddilac and i think hes leaning toward either the caddy or the m45 i dunno do you guys have any other suggestions for cars?

the CTS is def a looker and with the GM employee pricing extended till the 30th its a solid deal for the car. BUT the CTS have been having some steering wheel vibration issues so be sure to test drive the car first. its usually between 55-70 mph when theres a noticible shake. and currently there is no known fix for this. its either you have it or you dont (and in a few cases it happened after 1000 miles or so) so good luck if you go that route.

the M45 is another nice car but theres a new M due out next year, so the resale value will def. take a hit. theres some awesome deals on the g35 sedans bcus the g37 sedan is due out next month and the dealers are trying to get rid of the 08s.

IMHO the acura 09 TL is a TERRIBLE design.

Lexus is a good choice for a daily. boring drive but reliable and awesome dealers if you have troubles.

and of course you cant go wrong with a eruo delivery 335 :D well good luck!