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Mercedez

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GroverDill said:



CTS-V's are cheap now. buy one!
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These are cheap?
Why not get the V-6 CTS model that will get better gas mileage and won't have those big tires? It might even be a softer comfortable ride since it won't have all of those sport suspension options.
 

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I've driven both a CTS with the V6/5-speed and the CTS-V. No contest there, the V is worth it!!!
 

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fiveohlxhatch said:
No one is going to suggest the '06 up Civic?

GF and I got an '06 Si Coupe for her DD and love it. Been great for reliability and quicker than she needs. It does suffer a "notchy" 3rd when cold but hasn't gotten any worse, I believe they have an improved synchro on '09 up 6 spd cars.

I'd buy the car again hands down.

Also had an '07 Ford Fusion AWD as a company vehicle for a couple of months and loved it. Thought the car was one of the best sedans Ford has made in a long time. It was solid, quick and impressive on gas for a V6.
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I LOOOOOOOOVE my Fusion. It pulls great for a 4 banger, and gets 33ish mpg on the highway. Consumer Reports just rated it as the most reliable car in its class, too.
 

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Mercedez said:
These are cheap?
Why not get the V-6 CTS model that will get better gas mileage and won't have those big tires? It might even be a softer comfortable ride since it won't have all of those sport suspension options.
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Why??


Who cares if gas goes to $6/gallon...i would still take a V over a V6 caddy anyday.
 

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Mustang5L5 said:
Who cares if gas goes to $6/gallon...i would still take a V over a V6 caddy anyday.
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agreed
 

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GroverDill said:
agreed
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Why not?
To make it easier which one has a softer ride?
 

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Mercedez said:
Why not?
To make it easier which one has a softer ride?
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We drive Mustangs.....any car would have a softer ride that any of us would gladly enjoy
 

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Mercedez said:
These are cheap?
Why not get the V-6 CTS model that will get better gas mileage and won't have those big tires? It might even be a softer comfortable ride since it won't have all of those sport suspension options.
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Mustang5L5 said:
We drive Mustangs.....any car would have a softer ride that any of us would gladly enjoy
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Haha, no kidding. If you're looking for a soft ride with a small motor and downgraded suspension components I think you're in the wrong place.
 

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Haha, no kidding. If you're looking for a soft ride with a small motor and downgraded suspension components I think you're in the wrong place.
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But of course
 
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I have a an 04 WRX wagon and I really like it. As long as you drive it as you would a daily driver and not beat on it, they are great. It handles pretty good, decent acceleration, carries enough stuff and I get 28mpg if I am easy on it.
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A Mazada Miata is a cute car to commute in.
 

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A buddy of mine has an older miata and it is a fun car to drive but we are thinking something with four doors. Thats why the xb looks like the front runner for the DD now. another friend has a Element, im going to look his over before we do anything.
 

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Mercedez said:
A Mazada Miata is a cute car to commute in.
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True, mabey he can get his nails done and wear a matching dress
And sure, the Miata makes perfect sense as a DD cause its so spacious and rides so smooth. AND you can fit most of your briefcase in the trunk

Do you work for Mazda or something?


And the base CTS just dosent look right IMO. The wheel wells and sides are too large for the tiny wheels they have.

A CTS-V on the other hand I would gladly drive
I have a 97 Mark VIII as my DD and if ya gotta spend so much time in a car as I do then it makes sense to have something comfertable and quiet in exchange for a couple MPG
 

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GroverDill said:
agreed
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I'll be very interested to see what the new CTS-V will go for in a few years. Now that its available with an automatic that thing will make a killer DD. The new regular CTS is pretty damn sweet too, and imo is actually better looking than the '09 V.
 

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I'll be very interested to see what the new CTS-V will go for in a few years. Now that its available with an automatic that thing will make a killer DD. The new regular CTS is pretty damn sweet too, and imo is actually better looking than the '09 V.
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Yes automatic with a Corvette engine in it with a supercharger.
Do you think the V-6 model will have a more comfortable ride on long trips and beat up roads than a CTS-V?
 

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Sure the non V will have:

Softer suspension
Weaker brakes
Less power (250+ HP less)
Better fuel economy
No Recaro option seats

It would make a fine DD but a rather expensive one with little fun factor.
 

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GroverDill said:
Sure the non V will have:

Softer suspension
Weaker brakes
Less power (250+ HP less)
Better fuel economy
No Recaro option seats

It would make a fine DD but a rather expensive one with little fun factor.
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It goes back to sacrificing luxury for performance. Can't have everything. At least for a daily driver the V-6 will get better mileage and a softer ride over those bumpy roads.
 

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At least for a daily driver the V-6 will get better mileage and a softer ride over those bumpy roads.
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Not necessarily.

My previous daily driver was a V8 Mustang GT

My new daily driver is a 3.5L V6 Infiniti.


My commute is strictly highway, and after 3 weeks, i can say I got BETTER fuel economy in my V8 Mustang on the highway. Cruising at 75-80MPH was at ~1900RPM, in the G35, it's ~3000 RPM! Plus i need to run premium in the G35 while i ran 87 octane in the Mustang. I'm getting around 23-23 with the G35 and i routinely got 25-26 with the Mustang all highway with 87 octane.

So i went from V8 to V6 and it's costing me more to drive


Not like a give a damn, the G35 is much more confortable to drive
 

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My commute is under 4 miles so the V was the only choice for me.
 
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damn you and your 4 mile commute... I have an 80 mile round trip from Daly City to Fremont... with bridge toll. I really can't complain though... I have a stable job...
Kevin
 
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