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Old 01-25-2005, 11:58 AM   #1 (permalink)
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Should I just buy a touring and save $20k?

I can get one brand new for $24k, a black one, throw some 22s on it, tint the windows, and it will still look tight, i heard the 250hp is pretty fast plus it will be better on gas. I am worried the srt8 will depreciate really fast.
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Old 01-25-2005, 12:01 PM   #2 (permalink)
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I had thought about getting the V6 model but those 2 tailpies that stick out from behind the rear bumper is so menacing, I had to get the V8
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Old 01-25-2005, 12:02 PM   #3 (permalink)
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And regret the fact you didn't buy the C the entire time you own the car? Sounds fun don't it!

I bought an Audi A4 instead of the Audi S4 and regretted my decision the entire time I owned the car. I was envious every time I saw an S4. I see Tourings all the time. The owners look over, and when I look back, they look away. Its got to be frustrating...

If you can afford it. Go 300c and never look back.
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Old 01-25-2005, 12:02 PM   #4 (permalink)
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I can get one brand new for $24k, a black one, throw some 22s on it, tint the windows, and it will still look tight, i heard the 250hp is pretty fast plus it will be better on gas. I am worried the srt8 will depreciate really fast.
Hang on here a minute!!!! You are choosing between a Touring and an SRT-8???? I can see between a T and a C, or even a C and SRT, but your options are wildly different. If you are worried about gas prices, you really have no business entertaining the idea of a 6.1l hemi.

If performance (and a killer engine) doesn't matter to you since you think 250hp will be enough, why do you even have this debate, a T it is.

BTW: Just about EVERYTHING depreciates really fast.

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Old 01-25-2005, 12:31 PM   #5 (permalink)
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If it's worth doing, it's worth doing right. Get the C!
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Old 01-25-2005, 12:33 PM   #6 (permalink)
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I beg to differ Joe, they all fall like a ton of bricks especially BMW. Just look at a 3-5yr 7 series, true the 3 does much better. I remember the MB dealer telling me on the one hand how well the 300E holds it's value and in the very next breath telling me what a great deal I was getting saving more than 45% over new. Lexus does a bit better but it is amazing how reasonable used LS 400s are. Back on topic, this is insane, a T vs an SRT8??, that's more than a $20K gap, very odd, why not go another $20K and look at the S class and LS400 and STSV. Btw, the C will depreciate like most American and European cars, perhaps a little better for the C because of the Hemi. Funny a 10 yr old 7series is the same as a 3 series despite having a sticker double that of the 3. Historically more expensive cars depreciate faster, remember the ZR1, how about an early 90s Silver Spur/Spirit for under $30K. This is why I am waiting 5-6 yrs to get an 05/6 Carrera4 or ZO6. Not so for the C cause it cost me $35K not $75K and I plan to keep it for 6yrs. You can always do a 3yr lease and not worry about depreciation, also, there is no place for discussion about MPG with an SRT8, it already has a $1700 gas guzzler tax.

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1) All cars depreciate.
2) Cars that appreciate, do over a period of time or are 'true' customs
3) If you're worried about gas.... neither the 8 or C maybe up your alley.
4) If $$$ is a worry then the L is for you
5) IMO I'd rather have another 6-cyliner car, the 300 speaks HEMI
6) Both the 8 and C will be classics in due time.

As has been stated you will regret not getting the srt8 or C.

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Old 01-25-2005, 01:47 PM   #8 (permalink)
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Get the Touring!!

......then you can be yet another car to see my rear bumper (only for a brief moment).
I can see being torn between the C & the SRT-8 but the Touring? Perhaps you can head over to Avis and test drive a Touring for $35/day with unlimited mileage.
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I believe that's based mostly on a reputation for reliability. Now Chrysler can achieve the same status within 5 years if they made a commitment to building reliable American products. But economics would dictate that a used car selling for the same as the lot vehicle would mean the lot doesn't get the business. Catch 22...
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I can get one brand new for $24k, a black one, throw some 22s on it, tint the windows, and it will still look tight, i heard the 250hp is pretty fast plus it will be better on gas. I am worried the srt8 will depreciate really fast.
Ummm..you're joking right? 250hp in a 4000lb car = fast? Hardly! Cars are not investments. You shouldn't buy a car and think you're going to make money on it. You should buy the car that makes you smile and you enjoy driving day to day.
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