I need another car to supplement S2000
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335xi
I find it interesting that people often compare the M3 with the S4. A much better comparison would be the 335xi with the S4, the M3 is closer to the RS4.
S4 gives you 333hp @ $47k, while the 335xi gives you 300hp @ $43k. M3 is 414hp @ $56k and rumors say 470hp from the new RS4. So they don't exactly line up, but for $35k I would have a few year old 335xi.
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I know there is more to these cars than the two numbers I listed, but it gives a rough idea.
I find it interesting that people often compare the M3 with the S4. A much better comparison would be the 335xi with the S4, the M3 is closer to the RS4.
S4 gives you 333hp @ $47k, while the 335xi gives you 300hp @ $43k. M3 is 414hp @ $56k and rumors say 470hp from the new RS4. So they don't exactly line up, but for $35k I would have a few year old 335xi.
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I know there is more to these cars than the two numbers I listed, but it gives a rough idea.
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Originally Posted by eld4au6,Feb 15 2011, 04:07 PM
Pass on the evo for a DD.
Watch any review on the evo and sti, they all say pick the sti for a dd and the evo for a track day.
Subaru is also safer and more reliable/long lasting.
I love my STi and its been very reliable. Plenty of people have 150k+ miles on sti's with no unscheduled maintenance.
Watch any review on the evo and sti, they all say pick the sti for a dd and the evo for a track day.
Subaru is also safer and more reliable/long lasting.
I love my STi and its been very reliable. Plenty of people have 150k+ miles on sti's with no unscheduled maintenance.
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Originally Posted by pjkwong,Feb 15 2011, 07:10 PM
i'd say IS350 which you can probably get new or new Mustang GT
maybe evo if you want people to think u are the younger crowd
or sell the s2k and move up to the gt-r
maybe evo if you want people to think u are the younger crowd
or sell the s2k and move up to the gt-r
IS350 would probably be worth a test drive at least.
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Originally Posted by s.hasan546,Feb 15 2011, 09:48 PM
#8.... It's what i did. Save some money. I could afforded to buy a car substantially more expensive. I have my s2000, H3, and i just leased a GTI for my daily. I was looking at 911s, maseratis; etc. I decided to get the GTI as a nice daily, have $$$ to boost the S again, and invest in some real estate.
I also might want to get a house sometime in the next 4-5 years which would be hard with a high car payment. But at the same time, I drive every day, so I want something to be fun.
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A5. When it comes down to dd audi is one of the best.
In audi world I would look into getting 3rd party warranty. I think fidelity through dealership is pretty good. If u can go a lil higher on price there is a red rs4 with less than 5000 miles in Portland Oregon. Check out Portland craigslist if u can't find it pm me.
In audi world I would look into getting 3rd party warranty. I think fidelity through dealership is pretty good. If u can go a lil higher on price there is a red rs4 with less than 5000 miles in Portland Oregon. Check out Portland craigslist if u can't find it pm me.
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Take a look at a WRX if it's going to be your daily-- just a tad more reasonable than an STI, and insurance is like 1/5th the cost. Very helpful if you need to deal with snow, but still want a car that is going to be fun.
I'd also look at like a 335 or 135i. Close enough to an M, but just makes more sense for a daily.
I'd also look at like a 335 or 135i. Close enough to an M, but just makes more sense for a daily.
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Originally Posted by don2007,Feb 15 2011, 11:49 PM
335xi
I find it interesting that people often compare the M3 with the S4. A much better comparison would be the 335xi with the S4, the M3 is closer to the RS4.
S4 gives you 333hp @ $47k, while the 335xi gives you 300hp @ $43k. M3 is 414hp @ $56k and rumors say 470hp from the new RS4. So they don't exactly line up, but for $35k I would have a few year old 335xi.
*edit
I know there is more to these cars than the two numbers I listed, but it gives a rough idea.
I find it interesting that people often compare the M3 with the S4. A much better comparison would be the 335xi with the S4, the M3 is closer to the RS4.
S4 gives you 333hp @ $47k, while the 335xi gives you 300hp @ $43k. M3 is 414hp @ $56k and rumors say 470hp from the new RS4. So they don't exactly line up, but for $35k I would have a few year old 335xi.
*edit
I know there is more to these cars than the two numbers I listed, but it gives a rough idea.
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Originally Posted by secondhandloser,Feb 16 2011, 07:27 AM
Take a look at a WRX if it's going to be your daily-- just a tad more reasonable than an STI, and insurance is like 1/5th the cost. Very helpful if you need to deal with snow, but still want a car that is going to be fun.
a lot of the cars you've listed are pretty pricy and/or flashy. maybe it's just me, but a daily should fly under the radar a bit and be relatively cheap to maintain/insure, and offer some utility.
if you plan on getting a house in a few years, perhaps you should steer away from a 40-45k type payment and reduce your debt as much as possible. just food for thought!
