I said I have doubts on it's handling... meaning this car will need to prove itself to me when I drive it, not that I have made a decision on how it handles.

I will freely admit I am not a new adopter of technologies, especially with the miles I put on a car. I can't afford to be wrong.

I was not looking at the 3800 as an engine I am impressed with. I was using it as another example of an engine that is touted beyond its worth. Exempting variable valve timing and four valves per cylinder is not realistic for judgement. The marketplace abounds with them, and I believe an engine not having 4 valves per cylinder is behind the times.

I see no reason to buy this car over an Acura TL, especially with the $3000 price premium.


Brad "Diva": 2004 Mazda 6s 5-door, Volcanic Red Rex: 1988 Mazda RX-7 Vert, Harbor Blue.