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That link Merc1 posted is Pathetic, it's especially pathetic as all of those Lexus fans are outrageously biased. It makes the brand and fans like me look bad

What do people act like this, why can't people be open to all sorts of brands!?

I've met very few honest Lexus fans. You're one of the few good ones I know. You're unbiased, open-minded and have an appreciation for all cars. You're top on my list.

Most Lexus fanboys (again, a big difference between fans and fanboys) think that Lexus is a real global player because they're the best-selling luxury brand in the US. They're delusional in that sense. When you tell them that BMW or Benz has more prestige, they counter with BS answers and the standard "...but the Lexus is more reliable..." argument.

I hate to say this, but this is one reason why a lot of people on other car forums don't like Lexus - because of their fanboys. This also applies to fanboys of German cars, naturally.

well said wimmer, unfurtunetly brand iamge isn't something that u can measure like reliability. It is all matter of taste and the way u see things.

Thanks Christian


That's true, i can't think of anything i hate more then fanboy's. I just wish more Lexus fans were like me

All I can say is (and I read the entire thread) is that "in my opinion" C&D got it exactly right for a change. The S550 on top and the LS460 on the bottom. I am biased and cannot be any other way when it comes to this S550.

As far as the small difference in grade scores, most people will not even read or remember them, all they will remember is that C&D rated the S550 the best and the others below it. And I bet the MB's marketing team will help the public remember that point.

However, the group here is aware of all the factors and the discussion has been one I enjoyed...agreeing with some and not agreeing with others. But having not driven or owned any of the other cars (except for a '86 XJ6 VP) all I can do is exude the virtues of the winner.

Good discussion guys...

Bingo. Have you kept up with that board today, fireworks! It seems to be down now so I'm not sure whats going on.

M

I don't go to forums that piss me off anymore. Waste of time and enerny.

In fact, this is the only car related forum I still go to, so you guys should feel extra special now j/k

Sounds right to me. The F01/2 will reclaim the number one spot, in two years.

Thanks.

Brand image is also created through innovation, success in motorsports, classic cars (hence the longer a brand has been around, the more brand image is has [generally]) and appeal.

Lexus might appeal to Americans, but the rest of the world finds them unappealing since they're not adapted for different markets and because they've got no history. Prestige is very important when buying a luxury car and this is something that the German and British brands have.

Checking it out now...




EDIT: Wow, what a bunch of FANBOYS!

Check out this idiot from Autospies...

No, they were describing a Lexus. MB lost the luxury title when they became complacent, hence Lexus is the benchmark now. It bodes well for MB chase Lexus, which will make both cars better.

I forgot to mention that they said the S had excess torque, probably due to it out displacing the others by atleast a litre.

There's a reason I can't stand these morons.