My wife and I are seriously considering buying a bright red '03 FX35 at a local Chevy dealer. It appears to be in great condition with low miles and asking price of $35k.
We've also been interested in the Touareg. Found a used '04 V8 model loaded-out with options for just under $40k. This is very tempting considering it sold for $58k+! Also going to checkout a new V6 version '04 for $35k and killer financing from the VW dealer.
We're not concerned with the off-road capability - just traction on-road. We'll drive to Tahoe on occasion but that's about it. So, the VW's 4wd system is overkill in that respect.
The drive and performance of the FX35 seems as good or better than the VW. The fuel economy is reported to be better with the Infinity. Is this true?
I'm a long-time Porsche owner so red is good for me/us. Still, I've owned only German cars for the last 16-years so this is a major change. Before that I had a '84 and '86 Nissan 300ZX and was very pleased.
The wifes not real crazy about the interior color (carmel/tan) but really likes the exterior color, drive and performance.
Are there any specific items I should check or look-for with the FX35?
Also, this one that we're zeroing-in on doesn't have the navigation system. How much is this to add later?
Lastly, $35k for an '03 with under 20k-miles - is that a fair price?
Any advice or friendly comments would be appreciated.
Thanks,
Zane
We've also been interested in the Touareg. Found a used '04 V8 model loaded-out with options for just under $40k. This is very tempting considering it sold for $58k+! Also going to checkout a new V6 version '04 for $35k and killer financing from the VW dealer.
We're not concerned with the off-road capability - just traction on-road. We'll drive to Tahoe on occasion but that's about it. So, the VW's 4wd system is overkill in that respect.
The drive and performance of the FX35 seems as good or better than the VW. The fuel economy is reported to be better with the Infinity. Is this true?
I'm a long-time Porsche owner so red is good for me/us. Still, I've owned only German cars for the last 16-years so this is a major change. Before that I had a '84 and '86 Nissan 300ZX and was very pleased.
The wifes not real crazy about the interior color (carmel/tan) but really likes the exterior color, drive and performance.
Are there any specific items I should check or look-for with the FX35?
Also, this one that we're zeroing-in on doesn't have the navigation system. How much is this to add later?
Lastly, $35k for an '03 with under 20k-miles - is that a fair price?
Any advice or friendly comments would be appreciated.
Thanks,
Zane