http://www.luxist.com/2008/10/21/lux-tip-drive-a-luxury-car-for-less/ Luxist Comments for Lux Tip: Drive a Luxury Car for Less http://www.luxist.com/media/feedlogo.gif http://www.luxist.com en-us Copyright 2009 Weblogs, Inc. The contents of this feed are available for non-commercial use only. Blogsmith http://www.blogsmith.com/http://www.luxist.com/2008/10/21/lux-tip-drive-a-luxury-car-for-less/http://www.luxist.com/2008/10/21/lux-tip-drive-a-luxury-car-for-less/Oct 21st 2008 4:55PMhttp://www.luxist.com/2008/10/21/lux-tip-drive-a-luxury-car-for-less/http://www.luxist.com/2008/10/21/lux-tip-drive-a-luxury-car-for-less/Oct 21st 2008 5:05PMhttp://www.luxist.com/2008/10/21/lux-tip-drive-a-luxury-car-for-less/http://www.luxist.com/2008/10/21/lux-tip-drive-a-luxury-car-for-less/]]>Oct 21st 2008 5:11PMhttp://www.luxist.com/2008/10/21/lux-tip-drive-a-luxury-car-for-less/http://www.luxist.com/2008/10/21/lux-tip-drive-a-luxury-car-for-less/
Buy them pre-owned or lease for the lowest monthly payment.]]>Oct 21st 2008 5:25PMhttp://www.luxist.com/2008/10/21/lux-tip-drive-a-luxury-car-for-less/http://www.luxist.com/2008/10/21/lux-tip-drive-a-luxury-car-for-less/
A low-end BMW doesn't say anything much about you, but any car bought it to appear "lux" for less reveals a level of brand-obsession that says quite a lot.]]>Oct 21st 2008 6:28PMhttp://www.luxist.com/2008/10/21/lux-tip-drive-a-luxury-car-for-less/http://www.luxist.com/2008/10/21/lux-tip-drive-a-luxury-car-for-less/
Its NOT about the brand, its about the comfort, luxury, power and style. I've got so use to my newish Jag that when I drive a honda/ford/vauxhall/etc I get extremely dizzy (almost puke) due to the lack of comfort and driving smoothness. I bought my jag for $55k, and I'd pay more or less that same amount if it came without the badge.]]>Oct 21st 2008 7:09PMhttp://www.luxist.com/2008/10/21/lux-tip-drive-a-luxury-car-for-less/http://www.luxist.com/2008/10/21/lux-tip-drive-a-luxury-car-for-less/
The fact that someone buys a low-end BMW does not say anything much about them. He may have bought it simply because he liked it and not care about it as a "status" symbol. However, if that person bought the car because he wanted to impress people by driving a "luxury brand" he couldn't couldn't really afford, he's a poseur. If that person bought the car because he had a lot of money and wanted to make sure everyone knew it, he's a poseur of a different kind.

Deliberately conspicuous consumption of mass-market "luxury brands" is tacky and middle-class whether you're a hockey mom or a Russian billionaire. ]]>Oct 21st 2008 11:24PMhttp://www.luxist.com/2008/10/21/lux-tip-drive-a-luxury-car-for-less/http://www.luxist.com/2008/10/21/lux-tip-drive-a-luxury-car-for-less/
He makes a valid point (along with a few others who have posted). Even a relatively low-end BMW or Benz is considerably nicer than the best Civic. However, I do also agree that if the only reason you're buying it is for the badge, you need your head examined.

It all depends on what "luxe" means to you, and I wouldn't take that advice from a bunch of low-income blog-authors who can't even spell the word properly despite being paid to write this nonsense.]]>Oct 22nd 2008 5:12AMhttp://www.luxist.com/2008/10/21/lux-tip-drive-a-luxury-car-for-less/http://www.luxist.com/2008/10/21/lux-tip-drive-a-luxury-car-for-less/
Even a basic European luxury car tends to drive better (sportier) than a larded up more basic model/brand. However, if precise handling and lots of feedback from the steering and suspension, are less important than a sunroof, leather power seats with memory, navigation system, megawatt stereo, and playing with bells and whistles, then by all means buy something more mundane but better equipped. There is no shame in knowing what you like and sticking to your guns, status or not.]]>Oct 22nd 2008 12:36AMhttp://www.luxist.com/2008/10/21/lux-tip-drive-a-luxury-car-for-less/http://www.luxist.com/2008/10/21/lux-tip-drive-a-luxury-car-for-less/Oct 22nd 2008 12:00PMhttp://www.luxist.com/2008/10/21/lux-tip-drive-a-luxury-car-for-less/http://www.luxist.com/2008/10/21/lux-tip-drive-a-luxury-car-for-less/Oct 22nd 2008 9:20PMhttp://www.luxist.com/2008/10/21/lux-tip-drive-a-luxury-car-for-less/http://www.luxist.com/2008/10/21/lux-tip-drive-a-luxury-car-for-less/Oct 22nd 2008 10:50PMhttp://www.luxist.com/2008/10/21/lux-tip-drive-a-luxury-car-for-less/http://www.luxist.com/2008/10/21/lux-tip-drive-a-luxury-car-for-less/If you ever try one - you will see the difference that's why we hang on to them and they retail higher even when pre-owned. ]]>Oct 23rd 2008 4:31PMhttp://www.luxist.com/2008/10/21/lux-tip-drive-a-luxury-car-for-less/http://www.luxist.com/2008/10/21/lux-tip-drive-a-luxury-car-for-less/
I agree with Bill in that the beamers felt rough, drove rough. BMW's are good vehicles, but have you noticed they are everywhere, very attainable, run of the mill ordinary car. Teenagers and young adults everywhere have them and yet you act like driving your c class, your something special for having this car. Its obvious you drive your car for the logo, playing the part of the 'poseur' badly...
Your vehicle retails used (depending on the year) a 2004 BMW 325 CI, with minimal mileage for $27k. Generally between $24K up to $37k for a 2006.. in US prices. ]]>Oct 27th 2008 12:33PMhttp://www.luxist.com/2008/10/21/lux-tip-drive-a-luxury-car-for-less/http://www.luxist.com/2008/10/21/lux-tip-drive-a-luxury-car-for-less/
However, after test driving the to the lower-end Mercedes, again in the $75K-100K range, and comparing them to the Beamers, the Mercedes came out well ahead in terms of fit and finish. Not to mention that the Mercedes sales consultant was nowhere near as *snotty* as the BMW one. ;)]]>Oct 25th 2008 5:19PMhttp://www.luxist.com/2008/10/21/lux-tip-drive-a-luxury-car-for-less/http://www.luxist.com/2008/10/21/lux-tip-drive-a-luxury-car-for-less/
Since a "Poser" (hip-hop) word used as a slur - usually lets everyone know the price of something - your using it in an incorrect way. Yes, there is a difference between the nouveau riche and old money - we don't spend every dime we have and we pay cash instead of financing and buying over our head. We save and worked hard to get where we are. We have owned several Prevost's (large RV's) and retired early. Don't be so quick to judge others by what they drive or have - my husband drive a Royce and we have other vehicles. I just love to drive the car because it's fun not because of the logo.]]>Oct 27th 2008 4:14PMhttp://www.luxist.com/2008/10/21/lux-tip-drive-a-luxury-car-for-less/http://www.luxist.com/2008/10/21/lux-tip-drive-a-luxury-car-for-less/ One line out of my whole comment, wouldn't be considered 'judgement' you're just offended, that old saying; the truth hurts?
The Term 'Poseur' is not (hip hop) its origin dates back to the 1800's and the definition is; a person who attempts to impress others by assuming or affecting a manner, degree of elegance, sentiment, etc., other than his or her true one. I meant it exactly this way therefore not incorrect in definition or the statement.
As far as the price of my truck I did pay that much, I get my vehicles fully loaded with extras, with regards to what I need and look for in a vehicle.. Not to mention we have a higher cost of living here in Alberta,Canada.
By the way, most people work hard for their money!

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It's about what makes YOU happy...that's it!]]>Dec 3rd 2008 10:51PM