Test drove a bunch of "fun" cars

!Xoible · 01-23-2009, 12:48 PM

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Originally Posted by NewSong

What's wrong with the M3? Seriously, I am considering that as one of my replacement cars...

nothing wrong with it... just dont want to have to worry about that big of a payment in case i get shit canned

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Originally Posted by STUNT-MAN-HANS

+1 or the 135 coupe thats what i have nice car fast as the old m3 handles just as well too.but the z4m is the car

yah i'll definitely see the Z4M. i've driven it before, i love it for sure

NewSong · 01-23-2009, 12:49 PM

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Originally Posted by ///Mantis

nothing wrong with it... just dont want to have to worry about that big of a payment in case i get shit canned

Oh wow, do you think you may get laid off? Why do you think this?

Also if you think you're getting laid off, why don't you get something really cheap like a used camry?

STUNT-MAN-HANS · 01-23-2009, 12:49 PM

get the subaru sti do not buy a mitsu as they are shit...

gshb · 01-23-2009, 12:50 PM

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Originally Posted by NewSong

Oh wow, do you think you may get laid off? Why do you think this?

Also if you think you're getting laid off, why don't you get something really cheap like a used camry?

yah +1. im talking dirt cheap that when things get better you can still keep as a beater.

!Xoible · 01-23-2009, 12:52 PM

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Originally Posted by NewSong

Oh wow, do you think you may get laid off? Why do you think this?

Also if you think you're getting laid off, why don't you get something really cheap like a used camry?

it's very likely that i'll get laid off come end of february. i think 3-4 weeks sounds very likely. i dont want to get stuck with a fucking camry. i can still survive with a 400's payment. if i get laid off i'll get another job within a week to 3 months. i dont want to be stuck with a camry

NewSong · 01-23-2009, 12:53 PM

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Originally Posted by gshb

yah +1. im talking dirt cheap that when things get better you can still keep as a beater.

Yeah I wouldn't be in the market for a $40,000-$50,000 car if I knew I was expecting to get laid off. I'd go $15,000 MAX.

NewSong · 01-23-2009, 12:54 PM

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Originally Posted by ///Mantis

it's very likely that i'll get laid off come end of february. i think 3-4 weeks sounds very likely. i dont want to get stuck with a fucking camry. i can still survive with a 400's payment. if i get laid off i'll get another job within a week to 3 months. i dont want to be stuck with a camry

Well I won't tell you how to run your life, but how do you know you will get a job guaranteed in 1-12 weeks? This economy is pretty shit and I've known some people who have been out of work since last August.

Do you work in a tech field? Sorry if this is too nosey.

!Xoible · 01-23-2009, 12:57 PM

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Originally Posted by NewSong

Yeah I wouldn't be in the market for a $40,000-$50,000 car if I knew I was expecting to get laid off. I'd go $15,000 MAX.

no im looking more into 30's. i was offered the brand new S2000 for 20's. same for the MCS

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Originally Posted by NewSong

Well I won't tell you how to run your life, but how do you know you will get a job guaranteed in 1-12 weeks? This economy is pretty shit and I've known some people who have been out of work since last August.

Do you work in a tech field? Sorry if this is too nosey.

It's called networking.
yes, im an IT consultant

NewSong · 01-23-2009, 12:59 PM

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Originally Posted by ///Mantis

no im looking more into 30's. i was offered the brand new S2000 for 20's. same for the MCS

It's called networking.
yes, im an IT consultant

Okay man. Good luck.

Have you looked at the RalliArt from Mitsubishi? My friend got one the other week and I thought it would be crap, but it's a fun car to throw around.

Crimson92 · 01-23-2009, 12:59 PM

nabil get the M coupe/roadster. you can find a few new 07s and 08s

color combos are limitted but trust me it is beyond awesome

!Xoible · 01-23-2009, 01:01 PM

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Originally Posted by Crimson92

nabil get the M coupe/roadster. you can find a few new 07s and 08s

color combos are limitted but trust me it is beyond awesome

yah i know... u know me, i love ur car

Year's_End · 01-23-2009, 02:09 PM

this is the first thread ive ever seen that has mantis posting actual sentences worth reading.

Perpetrator · 01-23-2009, 02:18 PM

How about an E46 M3? I had one previously and it was a blast to drive. If you like your current M3, then the E46 drive is basically the same except a smaller and more nimble feel.

I'm in the same boat as you. I'll be getting laid off soon, so I'm shopping replacements for my E90 M3 as well. Anyone in Socal wanting to buy, PM me.

!Xoible · 01-23-2009, 03:00 PM

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Originally Posted by Bimmer Loyalist

this is the first thread ive ever seen that has mantis posting actual sentences worth reading.

sorry about that

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Originally Posted by Perpetrator

How about an E46 M3? I had one previously and it was a blast to drive. If you like your current M3, then the E46 drive is basically the same except a smaller and more nimble feel.

I'm in the same boat as you. I'll be getting laid off soon, so I'm shopping replacements for my E90 M3 as well. Anyone in Socal wanting to buy, PM me.

no point in getting the same car. i want to get something different

good luck man, u should get something lined up before u get laid off bruh

Jet335i · 01-23-2009, 04:00 PM

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Originally Posted by STUNT-MAN-HANS

get the subaru sti do not buy a mitsu as they are shit...

actually my evo was problem free the entire 60K miles I had it...even after all the mods i put on. I wouldn't hesitate to get another evo, though don't count on the warranty if you mod it but coming from e90post, that shouldn't a problem.

I'm sure you could pick up a used evo 9 in great condition for low 20's.

!Xoible · 01-23-2009, 05:10 PM

i'd love an Evo. problem is it's either 5MT, or no MT for MR. that sucks.

ejazbmw · 01-23-2009, 06:40 PM

i don't even have a m3 and i thought the G37 was slow lol if you like handling and toque the G isn't for you man.

Ryan80 · 01-23-2009, 07:15 PM

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Originally Posted by ///Mantis

So i am looking into replacing my M3 with 1 or more small little fun car. here's what's on my list:
1. Mini cooper S
2. Honda S2000
3. BMW 135
4. Nissan 370Z
5. Infiniti G37 - maybe
6. Z4M
7. Evo X
8. STi
9. GTI

The criteria for the car is quick enough to fight traffic, small, and 6MT (which the G37 isnt really)

So i test drove the following:

Mini Cooper S
I was really amazed by the interior, how the LCD pops inside the gauge, the shifter was nice, everything about it was very funny looking in a good way. i guess "cool" looking. I took the car and wanted to push it. the car had like 172 hp and the guy told me it's tunable to 251 hp. I took it thru curves and what not, steering was good, had a german feel to it and all. I was like already sold when i was driving it, till i take one sharp right turn and pushed it. then it just burst my bubble, smacked me in the face and said "FRONT WHEEL DRIVE"

I can possibly live with it for the looks, but it definitely will not satisfy my car fetish. if i get it today i know i'll still be looking for another one or a replacement

then i went by the honda dealer and asked for S2000
I was very impressed with the game-console-ish dashboard. it was awesome. and what's even more amazing the 8000 redline

the guy takes me on a single street back and forth with no curves. the car has no power or torque even at really high RPM. so i was wondering what the fuck is he thinking? if i am selling this i'd probably take the customer thru twisties!
I can live with the car, it's not bad, but there's just not power. if he leases me one in the low 300's i'd pick it up. that's the bottom line. but i didnt walk away with a smile like i did out of the Mini dealer

Across from that honda dealer is Crevier BMW. I walk in and ask for a 135 manual. I am given a vert. it only had sports package, 6MT, CA, and heated front seats. i was like perfect, but no way i'd buy a jet black.
We drive off, and im already liking the clutch feel and the small shifter. top is down and off i push the thing.

I have taken the car to a 100 and taken a turn that has a 25 mph speed limit. The car is very well balanced, and very torquey (how the fuck do u spell torquey??). the guy takes me from one route for test driving to another. more twisties, more speed and im having a fucking blast

the car has so much control. it's awesome! and inside of that thing, i'd definitely forget how ugly it is. but i sure would miss the

i get in my M3.

bottom line: fuck this economy.

my next is 370Z and the G37 again. what else do you guys recommend?

i want a payment in 400's or less for a lease, 6MT, fun, little, nimble, maybe a vert... but it looks like im going to need a rear wheel drive

Please If you are not buying one. don't f*** around. This is why I do not pick the car up from the lot. I always order one. (putting up milieage for no reason to a new car)

///Mandy · 01-23-2009, 08:48 PM

Nooo! Don't get rid of the ///M!

But if you insist on getting something within reason for payments, I'd suggest the EVOX:

Wingless

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In my opinion, it'll give you what you're looking for with the looks to beat an STi.

EDIT: I realized that I just showed you pics of all modded EVOX's. BAD! You're supposed to be budgeting your $$. lol

rotaz · 01-23-2009, 08:59 PM

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Originally Posted by ///Mandy

Nooo! Don't get rid of the ///M!

But if you insist on getting something within reason for payments, I'd suggest the EVOX:

Wingless

:

In my opinion, it'll give you what you're looking for with the looks to beat an STi.

EDIT: I realized that I just showed you pics of all modded EVOX's. BAD! You're supposed to be budgeting your $$. lol

Haha...I think I've seen that RR Evo in my community before...super clean wingless!

///Mandy · 01-23-2009, 09:01 PM

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Originally Posted by rotaz

Haha...I think I've seen that RR Evo in my community before...super clean wingless!

Hehe really?

That's such a clean EVOX.
IMO, wingless FTW.

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