Life after RX8
02-09-2010, 01:58 PM
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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!
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!
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02-09-2010, 05:17 PM
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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.
02-09-2010, 06:21 PM
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幹他媽!
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...
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...
02-09-2010, 06:38 PM
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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 *** 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.
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 *** 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.
02-09-2010, 07:02 PM
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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...
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...
02-09-2010, 07:15 PM
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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)
02-09-2010, 07:22 PM
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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
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
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02-09-2010, 09:00 PM
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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.
02-09-2010, 09:11 PM
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"I wanna go fast!"
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.
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.
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