UDATED! Found an E-36 M3 conv for such a deal...I simply could not resist.

Hello all,

Here it is again, one of those threads about a daily driver...


Quick summary, I returned my 07 BMW 335 cpe leased almost a year ago and haven't replaced it yet. I use my MY04 AP2 for short trips and my wife's Lexus RX 300 for the long hauls and work. (it gets 18 mpg and that's starting to get to me).



A few parameters:

-Budget of $15-$25K tops.

- Must have good gas mileage. Mid to high 20's. Anything over 30 would be a huge plus.

-Must be comfortable. I work in Real Estate and I drive a lot.

-Must be reliable. See above...

-Must have a little cache to it. Cannot show up and have clients look down on me. First impressions are everything

-No older than '99 (unless something is worth mentioning).

-Manual would be preferable but I'll consider AT.





Except that, I'm pretty much open minded. It can be a coupe, sedan, hatch-back, an SUV, a pick-up truck. It can be Japanese, European, diesel engine, ANYTHING!!!

Just to quick start the fun, I have been considering an 06-08 Acura TL type-S, Honda Accord cpe for examples.

Your suggestions will be greatly appreciated!

Cheers all,

22B

 

04-08 acura tl! right in ur price range, I can get up to 32 mpg on road trips, 25~26 combined, very comfortable and would be a great daily!

 

2010 Subaru Legacy 2.5GT would be just under $25K at this point. Don't know if that has enough cache for you. But it has a nice turbo, AWD and 6 speed manual. Gas Mileage is 18/25

 

you can get a very nice 07 Acura TL with that budget. Great looks, awesome reliability, 6spd available and decent gas mileage. A G35 sedan would be another option as well.

 

I'm in the same boat and decided a new Fit would be the best thing for me. I'm gonna wait a few months though before pulling the trigger because the dealers around my area are asking ridiculous prices for them and are still blaming it on the tsunami.

 

07-08 TL Type S would be great but they are hard to find.

 

^used type S are rare, type S + 6MT are MORE rare.. definitely a sweet luxury tho.

I know someone selling a 07 type S, black 6MT with a good amount of mods (no rice.. just common stuff, rims, lower, int sound system stuff, exhaust) for kbb price! lmk

 

Get an 04-06 TL 6 speed, the Type S isn't worth the extra money.

On my way home from Laughlin, NV with 3 other passengers, luggage, and the A/C cranked @ 80 MPH I averaged 30-31 MPG the whole trip home over 320 miles.

 

TL or TSX. Another option, which seems borderline blasphemous on this forum, would be an IS300. I owned one, and I want another one. They're buttery smooth in every way. steering, shifting, radio dials...... everything is great, and I never had a single problem with mine. Some of them came with 5 speeds and LSD, so you can have fun with it to when you want.

 

Much appreciated all!

Acura TL seems to be my choice right now, leaning towards the Type-s just for looks

Surprised nobody came up with a Mercedes diesel yet or something in that range...

Once again, thanks all for contributing