Infiniti G35X, Audi A4 or BMW Xi

[Mckenzie]

My Grandpa is moving to Canmore and his olds Aurora is too big to fit in the garage along side their jeep. He wants something a bit on the luxury side with AWD (they live on the side of a mountain) that is small and reliable. I think $40k would be tops for him as far as price goes. He also does not mind a slightly used one with lower kms on it.

What do you guys think?

I am leaning towards the G35X for reliability, power, and size.

Edit:

What is the smallest trim of BMW that comes with AWD?

[three.eighteen.]

325xi

[C4S]

Does your Grand pa really need 260 hp ?

I think both G35X and 325Xi will be over $40k, an Audi 1.8 will fit $40K mark, however .. it is an Audi .... may not really fit the "reliability" area, and it is a Turbo engine ...

Best is, if you can find a 1 or 2 yr old 325Xi, 191 HP is enough for most case. And it is always "safe" to get a 3 series.

:)

[rc2002]

What about a 4Matic Benz? Those are luxury (and 4WD?) right?

[max_boost]

Looks like grandpa has to buy a used one cause I don't think you can get any of the above cars for $40K out the door unless he wants a brand new Subaru :D

[Mckenzie]

Yeah thats why I am saying used because he does not want to spend that kinda dough. I am trying to get him away from the A4 because of the turboed engine.

And he defenitaly does not need 260hp....not even a consideration. But, if the right deal comes along I am sure he would take it.

As for the Benz, I am sure those are a bit more cash than the BMW or G35.....not really sure but I will check it out. Also, I guess he is a bit scared away from Mercedez being high up on the list of problem vehicles. :dunno:

Thanks guys....keep em comin. :)

[three.eighteen.]

if you dont want your grandpa driving a 260hp car, i would say stay away from the g35x as well

[xrayvsn]

There is the Audi A4 Quattro 2.8, which has the V6 and in the neighborhood of 190hp.

A used G35x may be harder to find because it is so new.

Has he considered some of the "mini" SUVs? Like a 4wd Toyota RAV4. I know it's no Audi or BMW, but he could probably get one new, and Toyota is the pinnacle of quality and reliability. Or perhaps a loaded Honda CRV. These are more car than sport-ute, and are probably smaller than his Olds Aurora.

[CKY]

wait for the 2005 subaru legacy coming out in jun (i think) if he doesn't mind japanese cars :thumbsup:

[Kor]

The Audi is a great choice for an older person in my opinion, and you don't have to get the turbo.

[C4S]

Originally posted by CKY
wait for the 2005 subaru legacy coming out in jun (i think) if he doesn't mind japanese cars :thumbsup:

Yes ! that is a very good choice too ! but I did look at the price / spec for the 2005 Legacy GT limited, Still $45K plus ! however, if your grand pa doesn't need the Limited edition, ( I dont know the diff ) he can still get a GT for just over $40K .. :)

[That.Guy.S30]

Originally posted by CKY
wait for the 2005 subaru legacy coming out in jun (i think) if he doesn't mind japanese cars :thumbsup:

i agree with him. with the trubo'd legacy being priced the same as the wrx i think itll give the rest of the competition a run for its money

[That.Guy.S30]

Originally posted by C4S


Yes ! that is a very good choice too ! but I did look at the price / spec for the 2005 Legacy GT limited, Still $45K plus ! however, if your grand pa doesn't need the Limited edition, ( I dont know the diff ) he can still get a GT for just over $40K .. :)

prices for the legacy:
Base: 28 000$
GT sedan: 36 500$
GT wagon: 37 500$
Limited: +4300$
Auto : +1500$

limited is for all the bells and whistles like leather, sunroof, and all that crap

[Mckenzie]

What about size wize for the Subbie fellas?

I am thinking (without looking at the actual specs) that the bimmer is the smallest followed by the A4. I have not really seen to many of the legacys yet so I am not sure about those.

[That.Guy.S30]

size wise i think its about the size of a bmw (legnth). inside it should be able to accomadate a fairly large individual with ease and comfort.

[cujo_cjc]

get the audi..i think they look the best out of all of em :)

[90240br]

go for the g35...best value, my dads got one and really enjoys it. its likely more reliable than the others, tons of standard extras and is rippin fast (if he likes that sort of thing)

br

[CKY]

Originally posted by Thi_Thi Subs


prices for the legacy:
Base: 28 000$
GT sedan: 36 500$
GT wagon: 37 500$
Limited: +4300$
Auto : +1500$

limited is for all the bells and whistles like leather, sunroof, and all that crap

thi thi, are those the official prices for the legacy, or just rumors?

[That.Guy.S30]

offical prices from halifax. the prices are also pretty close to what i got from what i got in calgary on wednesday from the dealership which is also offical. i am just wondering why my dealership is chargin a few hundred more than the listed prices.

[T5_X]

The 2005 Volvo S40 T5 AWD will be under 40 grand. It arrives in dealerships this summer.

[ZorroAMG]

The A4 actually has quite a wide track and may not give much more room than his aurora in the garage....

[benyl]

haha, wagons are getting popular again...

V50 or GT limited... I be looking seriously when the incentives start.