What is likely your next car... - Page 3

Jrboulder · 11-21-2011, 04:13 PM

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Originally Posted by Tervuren

Too many variables in my life to really know.

944's are like potato chips though, unless you hit a really bad one, you likely won't just stop at one.(I'm at 2 1/2")

Very very true.

I guess you could say I've had 4. I went out 911 shopping and came back with an S2 cab this summer.

But I'm in the market for a 912E at the moment. I like them a lot more than 911's. If I'm going to pay 15k+ to rebuild an engine it better be for an airplane...

Jackson

masraum · 11-21-2011, 04:15 PM

I don't have any plans at this point. I'm currently driving a Mazdaspeed Miata. It's a lot of fun. I'm hoping that when the time comes to replace it that I'd ready to buy another Porsche. I have no idea what Porsche though. I've thought about everything from SWB cars to 993 and Boxsters. I guess I'll have to figure that out when the time comes.

artplumber · 11-21-2011, 04:34 PM

Lotus 7? As long as the roll bar is high enough 4 me to track it....

Paul K · Paul K's Garage

I'm on my 3rd new (to me) vehicle this year, so it'll be a while.

Pretty happy with the current fleet, but I would consider a LR Defender or Wrangler Rubicon next.

sc_rufctr · 11-21-2011, 05:25 PM

Probably a BMW 3 series... Preferably with a 6 cylinder engine.

If you knew my complete car history that would be a big surprise. I've mostly had VW.
I'd go VW again but I've heard nothing but bad things about their newer car reliability. Maybe it's just internet gossip but I can't help but feel things have slipped in the VW group.

I've considered a 996 but the engine, brake line and other issues are just unacceptable.

944Larry · 944Larry's Garage

With the economy booming I'm leaning towards an Opel GT.

sc_rufctr · 11-21-2011, 05:28 PM

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Originally Posted by mike monde

964 Coupe tiptronic

I looked at one locally recently.

Great car for everyday and it would suit my life style (now) but I'm concerned about the age and mileage.

Macroni · Macroni's Garage

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Originally Posted by porsche356a

Actually, can anyone confirm a new e63 coupe?

My MB guy says yes, others say no...

Yep picture in this month's motor trend

Jim Bremner · 11-21-2011, 05:44 PM

If a wheel chair could fit into a E-type coupe I'm toying with one to rebuild.

Hmm I wonder just how much a turbo would help one?

s_morrison57 · 11-21-2011, 05:53 PM

A buddy just bought a Cayman S in Aug. with the PDK and plans to keep it for 3-4 years before getting a 911, I'd love to get that Cayman if the price is right at the time.
Finn

MarKoBrow · 11-21-2011, 05:54 PM

I am in the market for a 1997 Aston Martin DB7 Volante

motion · 11-21-2011, 06:22 PM

Just picked up a 2012 MBZ C250. I'd like a 360 Spider with 3 pedals, too. 993 is staying put.

Stutzdriver · Stutzdriver's Garage

Fun car: 1984/85 911, coupe, targa or cab, we haven't decided

DD for me: 2008/09 Audi TT coupe 2.0T (that will be Stasis modified)

DD for wifey: ANOTHER Subaru outback (her 9th Subaru, who says people don't like change?)

onewhippedpuppy · 11-21-2011, 09:13 PM

I just bought a 2003 911 C2.

996 #3 for me, those that don't like the water pumpers are missing out on fantastic cars.

sc_rufctr · 11-21-2011, 09:28 PM

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Originally Posted by onewhippedpuppy

I just bought a 2003 911 C2.

996 #3 for me, those that don't like the water pumpers are missing out on fantastic cars.

Soooo.... how reliable are they?

I would love one but my head says stay away.

Schumi · 11-21-2011, 09:50 PM

My current 6-9 month plan involves one of the following:

Lotus Elise Supercharged
Ferrari 348
996 Turbo

notfarnow · 11-21-2011, 09:54 PM

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Originally Posted by jwasbury

Asking price is nuts, but this looks like it could be a real sleeper:
2006 Mercedes E500

yikes, crazy money! I've seen a few decent stock cars for 15-18k. Don't know if I'd buy one in the US though, looks like it would be a PITA to get it spec'd for canada, and only the dealership is allowed to do the work (lights, dash display, etc) and they won't say what the cost would be. Haven't seen any e500 4matic wagins for sale in Canada at all. Just as well, I don't want to distract myself from getting a 964

notfarnow · 11-21-2011, 09:58 PM

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Originally Posted by Schumi

My current 6-9 month plan involves one of the following:

Lotus Elise Supercharged
Ferrari 348
996 Turbo

considering 355's at all? I think they are the best looking Ferrari since the 308, and prices seem to be halfway decent (as far as ferraris go).

Schumi · 11-21-2011, 10:02 PM

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Originally Posted by notfarnow

considering 355's at all? I think they are the best looking Ferrari since the 308, and prices seem to be halfway decent (as far as ferraris go).

The price difference between 355's and 348's isn't justifiable to me right now, as the good 355's are still up near 60K and there are good 348's (while rarer) around $38-40K. Plus I love the Testarossa styling of the 348. While I do agree the 355 is the greatest looker of the bunch.

I would actually be loving the pickup a Testarossa, but they are too big for my garage and I wouldn't want to pay the maintenance.

Dottore · 11-21-2011, 10:10 PM

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Originally Posted by Schumi

My current 6-9 month plan involves one of the following:

Lotus Elise Supercharged
Ferrari 348
996 Turbo

Stay away frm the 348. They're a dog.