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Reflections · 08-02-2011, 10:52 PM

So my dads due for an upgrade with a car after nearly 13 years strong with a CRV. Keep in mind, he keeps his cars running for a long time! His previous car was kept for 14 years!

Hes in a phase where he wants a nice car, adequate power, and generally good reliability. So looking in on the following:

BMW 328i Coupe (2007+)
Lexus IS350 (250 seems pretty slow and its only a little more for the bigger engine)
Audi A4 (2006-2008, as the newest model is still quite pricey)

Whats your take on this? Reliability wise, in a BMW what is there to look out for and are there good mechanics (stealerships are annoying). We will be test driving all in a few days, with me in the passenger seat.

08-02-2011, 10:52 PM	#1
Reflections 1st Gear Newbie Join Date: Jul 2011 Location: Brampton Posts: 7 Car: CRV	Car Shopping and Reliability So my dads due for an upgrade with a car after nearly 13 years strong with a CRV. Keep in mind, he keeps his cars running for a long time! His previous car was kept for 14 years! Hes in a phase where he wants a nice car, adequate power, and generally good reliability. So looking in on the following: BMW 328i Coupe (2007+) Lexus IS350 (250 seems pretty slow and its only a little more for the bigger engine) Audi A4 (2006-2008, as the newest model is still quite pricey) Whats your take on this? Reliability wise, in a BMW what is there to look out for and are there good mechanics (stealerships are annoying). We will be test driving all in a few days, with me in the passenger seat.