Hello from Dayton, OH
Posted: Wed Jul 30, 2014 2:50 am
Greetings. I am a new member of the Kizashi Club. I've been following this forum for about a year but just registered today. I am a retired Fed (55 yrs old), a former Marine, and own a Red 2011 Kizashi SLS w/AWD, Nav, and approx. 33k miles on the odometer. I also own 2 BMWs (325ic & X3). I traveled to NY to buy my Kizashi and with the exception of paint issues, poor tread wear on the stock Dunlops, & peeling on my rims....I have few regrets with the car or my purchase.
I know many folks probably think I'm crazy owning BMWs and a Suzuki. However, I think the Kizzy is comparable in its handling and steering feel. The BMWs I own have hydraulic pwr steering and the Kizzy has electric pwr steering but it's the best handling/"feeling" electric pwr steering I've driven. Yes, better feel (especial on-center) than the new BMWs with electric pwr steering. Additionally, you can't buy a vehicle with as many options and AWD at a price under $30-35K.
I'll close for now but will say, I really enjoy everyone's comments and the topics on this forum. I am a car buff having owned 36 vehicles in my 39 yrs of driving. I don't offer any 'expert' opinions but look forward to interacting with the other members and providing my humble opinions and a few comments on the issues presented.
Thanks for taking time to read this & hope to write several posts within the next few days. Take care & Semper Fi !
I know many folks probably think I'm crazy owning BMWs and a Suzuki. However, I think the Kizzy is comparable in its handling and steering feel. The BMWs I own have hydraulic pwr steering and the Kizzy has electric pwr steering but it's the best handling/"feeling" electric pwr steering I've driven. Yes, better feel (especial on-center) than the new BMWs with electric pwr steering. Additionally, you can't buy a vehicle with as many options and AWD at a price under $30-35K.
I'll close for now but will say, I really enjoy everyone's comments and the topics on this forum. I am a car buff having owned 36 vehicles in my 39 yrs of driving. I don't offer any 'expert' opinions but look forward to interacting with the other members and providing my humble opinions and a few comments on the issues presented.
Thanks for taking time to read this & hope to write several posts within the next few days. Take care & Semper Fi !