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In Reply to: What would you have bought if not X? posted by Sam on March 28, 2002 at 17:03:29:
Volvo S60 T5: Don't like the interior (very boring, uninviting). Great acceleration, but not so great handling. Biggest downside, boston coach uses s80's. This looks exactly like one unless you closely inspect. It's kinda like driving a town car. you look like a car service. also no navigation system
SAAB 9-3 Viggen: I still love this car. Slightly uncomfortable driving position, torque steer, no navigation system, poor (6 speaker) stereo options. Finally, being replaced shortly.
SAAB 9-5 Aero: Same as the 9-3 except the driving position is much better, and it isn't being replaced. Downside -- to big.
MB C32: I was tempted. Really tempted. 18K above X (for the one I wanted), and no manual transmission.
X was best overall choice, though can't wait to trade in for X-Type R when my lease expires.