LEXUS has rocked my world!

[Mr. Mercedes]

Well whatever happens, I eagerly await the time when I get full Australian specifications for the S-class and Lexus to compare the cars technology for technology, feature for feature etc., and of course test drive them side by side.

 

[bbp1aya]

I think that when it comes down to it, people buy the German's over Lexus purely for the name.

Agreed.

While I have tremendous for German engineering, it's also quite obvious that the German branding (or anything European) carries alot more prestige than the Asian equivalent. Sad consequence is that the Japanese brands often get under-appreciated in comparison.

Actually, I noticed that goes for European anything, not just cars.

 

[Nicks]

i'm okay with paying more, only not to sit in such a horrible interior
everything looks like it's been taken from casio calculators

 

[Cashmere]

holy thread revival batman

 

[Mr. Mercedes]

LOL. Someone please destroy this thread or shoot me for writing such utter tripe! lol.

I despise all 3 Lexus vehicles that are part of the extended families garage. Long term ownership really is the only way to truly judge a vehicle. Not showroom/sticker price appeal.

Ahh the naivety of youth.

 

[mentir]

I move to table this discussion and revisit in 2015.

 

[cawimmer430]

Just say this was an April Fools Joke!

 

[adeel2010]

It's prestige, heritage, and brand name people pay for in a Mercedes, BMW, or Audi. That is why they can charge so much and people will pay. Also, I don't care at all about the price of optional features if the overall design is as ugly as Lexus makes it. That's where the Germans win it all.

 

[Beemer B773ER]

What changed Mr. Mercedes ?

 

[Gullwing]

Mr Mercedes, I am sorry to inform you that with this unfortunate "mistake" from your past we must take away your current name and you will be given the new name of "Mr Overpriced Toyota".
We expect you to make all changes as soon as possible!

It is possible for you to correct this mistake, but it will take time and work.

 

[cawimmer430]

Mr Mercedes, I am sorry to inform you that with this unfortunate "mistake" from your past we must take away your current name and you will be given the new name of "Mr Overpriced Toyota".
We expect you to make all changes as soon as possible!

It is possible for you to correct this mistake, but it will take time and work.

That cracked me up!

 

[Human]

Snake, Mercedes are pig stubborn when it comes to discounts on purchase prices, especialy for S-class's or anything in limited numbers. And if they feel they can continue so blatantly overpricing their cars, when you can get the SAME features standard on a car that drives nearly as well, is arguably better built and has dramatically improving styling, they have got another thing comming. I think here in OZ lexus is more and more being viewed as a true luxury brand in its own right and a real alternative to the Germans. Also, their service is beyond reproach.

Just out of interest I looked up some pricing options on the S-class:
Keyless go: 3300
Distronic Cruise: 6500
Premium sound system: 2800
Heated and ventilated (not airconditioned) seats: 3250

All this is standard on the 80G lexus Is and 117G lexus GS.

I know the S-class is a much bigger car etc. but the numbers still dont add up.

And when your car is positively stuffed with such luxury items, who cares if the handling is now only slightly inferior and ride quality a tiny bit less silky. You wouldn't even notice.

The new LS460 has a very very strong chance of giving the S-class the fright of its life in all facets: style, ride, handling, build and technology. The ingredients are all there.

GREAT! Post - hope Audi AG, Daimler AG and BMW AG take notice