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Originally Posted by JR_NYC
So the '08 doesn't have a spare? I hate run flat tires.
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Yes, 2008 BMW 535Xis DO have a spare tire. It's a mini donut type spare, but it is a spare.
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Sounds like I need to look into the Mercedes E350 4Matic. Not interested in the CTS - my ex-girlfriend had a Cadillac SRX and it was creaking & groaning after 3 years had some chronic flywheel problem that left us stranded late at night in the Bronx. It'll be a while before I consider a GM. I guess the Infinitis should be on the list but I consider the quality of Nissan below the Germans. And Nissan doesn't seem to have the reliability of Toyota/Honda.
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Then also consider the Lexus GS All Wheel Drive
A nice 2008 GS350 AWD runs pretty close $$$ to a similar 535Xi
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Originally Posted by JR_NYC
The Benz isn't known for its sportiness. I'm assuming the 5 series is more fun to drive than the E350. Mercedes seems to want to insulate the driver from the road. So the question is whether I'm willing to accept really bad ergonomics in exchange for better power and handling. I need to test drive the E-class. With an NA engine I wouldn't have to worry about a turbo going out and all the complex crap associated with that. Might be willing to own it past the warranty expiration.
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I think you're assuming a lot. Go drive a non-sport-pkg 535XI with a non-sport-pkg E350-4M and I don't think you'd tell much of a difference in handling or braking or 'feel'..... yes the 535 will have more power. The Sport package on a E350-4M had more content than the 535XI's Sport package in 2008.