Need your help , buying a DD,and 1 yr. to retirement

[Crowbob]

Seems like a 964 garage queen and MB E320 AWD would work.

[szyzygy]

Why are you getting rid of your 964?

[vahena]

Again, thanks to everyone who has replied.I am still looking and researching all the models recommended.
Thus I thought I found the one, 2006 Lexus RX or ES330, 30 mpg, FWD,nice lines and stylish interior.Upon further research , I found that Lexus and toy, have some transmission problems that they have not addressed, the shifting bangs into gear when driven a slower speeds etc.
So I am back at researching more cars, and it seems they all have their problems.
VW seem to be a money pit, I am very frustrated.
I am now looking at MB SUV, but it may look to much like a soccer moms car, it has to have the look, if you know what I mean.

To answer a few questions asked, my 964 is a garage queen and very nice all around , but as I get older things change. I don't drive the car the way one would think a Porsche should be driven, when I do drive her, Iam in no hurry because I am just enjoying the ride and feel of the car. When I get her home , I have to detail the car and put her away. seems like its getting to be to much trouble.
As for the MB I love the car all around , but its time to get rid of it, that is why the Lexus seem to fill the bill.
OH, I forgot to tell everyone the color has to be silver, all my cars are silver.

Anyway back to the search, this is getting to be a PITA. I will post a pic of the Porsche because we fellows are so visual.
Again thanks to everyone who has replied. Please keep the replies coming.

[vahena]

Hey Guys, thanks for all the replies. it really helped me out.
I checked out everything that was suggested and a lot more, but finally decided on a out of the box choice for me but , I think it will work.
Its a 2007 Saturn aura XR V-6, silver with Black leather interior. 20 city 29 highway, back seats fold down for carrying longer items and more cargo, all opts, pics attached for viewing .
Thanks again, you guys came through for me, thank you

[vahena]

sorry guys, I forgot to mention the price, out the door, $11995 less $3400 for trade in MB.Plus tax and tranfers of reg. I am happy with the results. i feel the dealer was fair and honest, it was a good experiance.
Again thanks

[kaisen]

The Aura XR is a fantastic choice, but won't be popular here. For one, it's a GM, and second, it's a Saturn.

However, I've had three clients buy them (XRs) including a very good client that also has a 997TT and 335is in his garage. All three have been very satisfied.

It's basically a loaded Malibu LT with sexier skin.

The only thing I'd suggest you "watch" is the timing chain slack. They tend to stretch over time and get a little loud. The tensioner should take it up, but eventually it can't react fast enough or extend far enough. The fix is to update to the new-style chain and tensioner. Not terribly expensive, but not cheap (although it will look very cheap compared to anything on a Benz). Of course, GM covers the engine and transmission to 100K miles although the 5 years may be ending soon.

Good choice for the money!