Life after RX8
 

The time has come to consider trading in RX8 for something else. I need a 4-door car that wife can drive (which means auto), but it has to be a worthy replacement. The budget is about $30K, new or used.

Basically I'm looking for a car with a spirit, with a soul, so to speak. So I'd like to hear from folks who have switched to something else and are not disappointed.

Thx!

S2 autos with 6speed, lol

I say you get an IS350.

i dad has a 350z and i love to take it off his hands every now and then lol

:uhh: .....

You might enjoy an Infiniti G35/G37 sedan, they're actually a good amount of fun and probably the best value in the rear wheel drive class of nicer cars. You should be able to pick up a fairly new one for around that price. The equivalent BMW (335i/335 S drive) is overpriced and only slightly better IMHO. You could almost get a new Mercedes c300 for that price but while they're okay, not much soul. Honestly a decked out mazda 3 wouldn't be bad, and for that matter a mazda 6 is reasonably fun to drive also. If it's not too small, the acura TSX is actually quite a nice little car. Not a ton of power in the 4 cylinder model, but I was quite impressed when I drove it, especially for a front wheel drive car.

for new cars, forget the Infiniti G35/37, BMW 1 or 3 series, Mercedes C, or Lexus IS... all out of your price range, as those all go for over $30K -easily- with tax, license, and options... for under $30K new cars... maybe the mazda speed3, subaru wrx, audi a3, civic si...

for used cars, german cars have more soul- esp the bmw's 135i and 335i. but, you -will- pay for it with expensive repairs and constant visits to the dealer/ repair shop. so, unless you're willing to deal with that, stick with japanese models...

happy shopping...

Mazda6 S GT.

you can get one for less than 26K.

BMW 335d

Diesel Twin Turbo Inline 6 motor with a range of almost 600 miles to the tank.

Already makes ridiculous amount of torque: 425 lbs / ft of torque!

Although the 265 hp isn't as much as the 335i, that car hauls ass and is the most perfect family grocery getter with an edge.

I'd buy one.....since they're also giving a lot of credits and tax credits for the vehicle.

Acura TL Type S. Very sporty but very roomy for a family. If not maybe the TSX as mentioned.

He said AUTO (speed3 and civic si are out)

since your already used to not getting the best gas mileage with the 8 i say go old school and get a '68-'73 olds cutlass 442. real fun to drive and fast as hell (used to have one and made the mistake of selling it)

d'oh! good catch...

like I said S2 Rx-8 autos

The new WRX's I heard were coming out in an automatic. Dont knoe exactly if that's true or not but if it does then I'd say go with that. I test drove a few and I was thrilled with how amazing this car was. Looks great and has alot of power. Also, the TL type S is a great car. You said used and you can find a great used TL type s with low miles only a few years old for roughly 24-27 thousand

Also, An Audi S4 comes in Auto ... I had one before my 8 and I miss that car greatly. It was an amazing car with AWD. Great power, luxurious interior, very roomy, and looks amazing

Evo X MR

i say get a used 335 really good car and the used price

How is a 335i "only slightly better" compared to a G sedan?

My opinion would be to get a used 2006 Audi A4 in black with mileage in the teens for around 20-25k. 200hp and tq... chip it and get 280tq and 250hp... Plus its AWD.

Its a very nice car. Drives nice, rides nice, looks nice, and pretty good gas mileage. Its everything you would want.



Or just grab a S2 Rx8 AT.

Some of you think the auto RX8 is a "worthy replacement":confused:

^^^Yup

Thanks! And what about ze bigger, more expensive onez? Like A6, CLS class and stuff?

2005 0r 2006 BMW 5 series you might find for 30k or just under

As already mentioned a certified pre-owned 335i would seem ideal.

Audi S4 Avant