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Sell ZHP, Buy S2000?

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Old May 4, 2006 | 03:59 PM
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I've got a 2003 BMW 330i w/ Performance Package (ZHP). I test drove an S2000 the other day, and I loved it. The ZHP is such a sweet ride, though. Would I be crazy to trade it for an S2000?

Anybody have a lot of experience driving both cars?
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Old May 4, 2006 | 04:03 PM
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Asked of this crowd? No, you wouldn't be crazy to trade it for an S2k.

Asked of a Bimmer crowd... probably
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Old May 4, 2006 | 04:04 PM
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Yes.
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Old May 4, 2006 | 04:05 PM
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Which handles better?

Base your decision on that
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Old May 4, 2006 | 04:26 PM
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Which looks like sex on wheels ?
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Old May 4, 2006 | 04:30 PM
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What do you want, torque or a convertible?
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Old May 4, 2006 | 04:49 PM
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Here are the pluses and minuses I'm thinking about:

Pro for S2000: new car, new warranty, convertible, unique look, unique driving experience... definite wow factor

Pro for ZHP: a very desirable car that will be paid for in 2 years, much better daily driver

Con for the S2000: car payment for 3 additional years, maybe not the best daily driver / only car (however, I am single)

Con for ZHP: used car, I want someting new, out of warranty in approximately 3000 miles
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Old May 4, 2006 | 04:54 PM
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Originally Posted by bulldog04,May 4 2006, 04:49 PM
Here are the pluses and minuses I'm thinking about:

Pro for S2000: new car, new warranty, convertible, unique look, unique driving experience... definite wow factor

Pro for ZHP: a very desirable car that will be paid for in 2 years, much better daily driver

Con for the S2000: car payment for 3 additional years, maybe not the best daily driver / only car (however, I am single)

Con for ZHP: used car, I want someting new, out of warranty in approximately 3000 miles
it might not be the best daily driver but i been driving that thing everyday since i brough it.

i have a second car but the S is so addictive..needless to say the beater been sitting for a while
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Old May 4, 2006 | 04:55 PM
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get the new e92!
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Old May 4, 2006 | 04:57 PM
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Originally Posted by geoff2005,May 4 2006, 04:55 PM
get the new e92!
I can't afford it (new E92). Another factor is that my next car is going to need to be in the 30K range based on my current financial situation. No other 30K car offers the distinction and the wow factor that the S2000 does.
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