What would you buy for...

cooticooti16 · 06-28-2015, 02:37 PM

... the best smiles per miles ratio?

So I have been looking for my a 3rd car. And my choices have been categorized by price range (we already have a RAV4 for house duties and an RX350 for family use).

$0-15K E93 convertible
$15-20K E85/6 3.0si or ///M
$20-25K 987 Boxster
$25-30K CLK 63 or CLS 63
$30-40K 997 911s
$40K up Quattroporte / Vantage

I am not too worried about reliability or mileage for my toy car because I have 2 Toyotas which are incredibly reliable and cheap to maintain. Also I like wrenching and modding and I jut want a fun car...

What's your list look like?

R.

Vanne · 06-28-2015, 08:39 PM

Z4mc :-D

cooticooti16 · 06-28-2015, 08:47 PM

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Originally Posted by Vanne

Z4mc :-D

LOL amen!

R.

Vanne · 06-28-2015, 09:20 PM

that said, my buddy has a V8 Vantage, I've driven it quite a few times, and it sounds nice, drives ok too.

Cayman S is missing from your list, if i was looking for another 2 seat go cart, if i couldn't get a z4mc, id be looking at the cayman. Cheers, and good luck with your hunt.

wasupdu · 06-28-2015, 09:34 PM

I'd really like to add a p car to the lineup, but I just picked up a '13 CLS63 AMG. Been looking myself, but my '05 Z4 is worth next to nothing in comparison ('05 w/ 75k miles). I won't be able to find anything unless I shell $30k+ into something else.

cooticooti16 · 06-28-2015, 10:05 PM

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Originally Posted by Vanne

that said, my buddy has a V8 Vantage, I've driven it quite a few times, and it sounds nice, drives ok too.

Cayman S is missing from your list, if i was looking for another 2 seat go cart, if i couldn't get a z4mc, id be looking at the cayman. Cheers, and good luck with your hunt.

Cayman S would be on my list but I'm favoring convertibles at this point and price range.

I really can't believe that these cars are so hard to find during this time of the year.

R.

pokeybritches · 06-29-2015, 04:52 AM

You need more than $15-20k for a nice M.

Vanne · 06-29-2015, 06:14 AM

what Josh said, more like 30+ for a /nice/ one..

don't even wanna think about how much I've spent...

cooticooti16 · 06-29-2015, 06:58 AM

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Originally Posted by pokeybritches

You need more than $15-20k for a nice M.

Oh I definitely agree. But I don't mind finding one that needs a little TLC.

It's like finding a girl who's a 6, but cleans up to a 9 with a little work.

R.

yousefnjr · 06-29-2015, 11:03 AM

Good M roadies pop up quite often below $25k, for whatever reason they aren't as beloved as the coupes. Good thing for us that don't mind unlimited headroom

Mine was $23,900 with 36k miles, from a dealer. Fantastic value for money with these cars.

jdoublehcubed · 06-29-2015, 12:49 PM

911s (mid 80s version, don't know the chassis number for that generation)

Redacre · 06-30-2015, 12:33 AM

Have a 86 Carrera 3.2 and the Z4M, both convertibles and I think the 911 is probably better in the smile per mile department... no one ever asks about the Z4M at the gas station lol. I have enough verts, a four door with a turbo is next on my list

Vanne · 06-30-2015, 07:24 AM

lol its complete opposite here, in a sea of 911's and caymans, its an extremely uncommon sight to see a z4m here.. extremely.. needless to say, lots of people ask and gawk..

AmmarYasirA · 07-13-2015, 06:23 AM

The CLS63 in my garage never fails to make me laugh at the power every time I get on it. Although I will say that the M feels more "special"

Different strokes for different folks I guess. Test drive them all to get a feel for it.

Vanne · 07-13-2015, 07:17 PM

the Maseratti is also very nice,and sounds soo sweet when you step on its tail. resale value is in the gutter though,

Twixboy · 07-13-2015, 08:13 PM

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Originally Posted by Vanne

the Maseratti is also very nice,and sounds soo sweet when you step on its tail. resale value is in the gutter though,

That's why you buy it used, and at $40k it would be very used indeed.

The HACK · 07-13-2015, 10:19 PM

Lotus.

StickMon · 07-15-2015, 12:19 AM

^WHS
I came within a gnat's eyelash of buying a Lotus before I bought the ///M, but I was afraid I would have to spend too much time working on it.
If I only knew then ...

That reminds me. I need to get those RTABs on order.

The HACK · 07-15-2015, 10:30 AM

Wow. So I looked into it just a little bit. Used Lotus Exige 240S are in the 60-80K range.

Nevermind.

angelr · 07-17-2015, 03:15 PM

I am seriously considering another coupe. I'm wearing this one out dailying it...

Regarding the mention above of the m roadster not getting much attention. I get tons of looks and questions in my coupe. I've noticed folks taking pics or filming from other cars on occasion.

NickyC · 07-17-2015, 05:11 PM

Who said the ///M Roadster doesn't get attention? I get thumbs up, "nice car", people wanting to talk to me all the time. Oh, he's in San Francisco. Never mind, lol.

I think the Z4M Roadster is one of the best values available right now. Not to mention it's a BLAST to drive.

GomboRombo · 07-17-2015, 05:35 PM

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Originally Posted by NickyC

Who said the ///M Roadster doesn't get attention? I get thumbs up, "nice car", people wanting to talk to me all the time. Oh, he's in San Francisco. Never mind, lol.

I think the Z4M Roadster is one of the best values available right now. Not to mention it's a BLAST to drive.

06-28-2015, 02:37 PM	#1
cooticooti16 Private First Class 44 Rep 168 Posts Drives: Lexus Join Date: Apr 2015 Location: Central NJ iTrader: (0)	... the best smiles per miles ratio? So I have been looking for my a 3rd car. And my choices have been categorized by price range (we already have a RAV4 for house duties and an RX350 for family use). $0-15K E93 convertible $15-20K E85/6 3.0si or ///M $20-25K 987 Boxster $25-30K CLK 63 or CLS 63 $30-40K 997 911s $40K up Quattroporte / Vantage I am not too worried about reliability or mileage for my toy car because I have 2 Toyotas which are incredibly reliable and cheap to maintain. Also I like wrenching and modding and I jut want a fun car... What's your list look like? R.
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Vanne Down Under!! 1621 Rep 4,294 Posts Drives: 2007 Z4MC Join Date: Mar 2013 Location: Dubai iTrader: (4)	that said, my buddy has a V8 Vantage, I've driven it quite a few times, and it sounds nice, drives ok too. Cayman S is missing from your list, if i was looking for another 2 seat go cart, if i couldn't get a z4mc, id be looking at the cayman. Cheers, and good luck with your hunt. __________________ 2007 EuroSpec Z4///MC - Building/Developing Z4 GT3 Powered by
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wasupdu Lieutenant 25 Rep 413 Posts Drives: Z4 3.0, CLS63 AMG Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: Milwaukee, WI iTrader: (0) Garage List 2013 Mercedes CLS63 ... [0.00] 2005 BMW Z4 [0.00]	I'd really like to add a p car to the lineup, but I just picked up a '13 CLS63 AMG. Been looking myself, but my '05 Z4 is worth next to nothing in comparison ('05 w/ 75k miles). I won't be able to find anything unless I shell $30k+ into something else. __________________ 2005 BMW Z4 Roadster 3.0 - Black Sapphire with Red Extended Leather / NAV / Premium & Sport Pkgs / 19" wheels / M steering wheel / Xenon 2013 Mercedes CLS63 AMG
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06-29-2015, 04:52 AM	#7
pokeybritches Colonel 479 Rep 2,782 Posts Drives: ESS/G-Power Z4M, VF Z4, 996tt Join Date: Sep 2009 Location: Los Angeles iTrader: (12) Garage List 2006 BMW Z4M [10.00] 2006 BMW Z4M [8.50] 2003 BMW Z4 3.0i [9.00]	You need more than $15-20k for a nice M. __________________ VF Engineering Z4 3.0i, ESS Z4M, G-Power Z4M, 996 Turbo
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06-29-2015, 06:14 AM	#8
Vanne Down Under!! 1621 Rep 4,294 Posts Drives: 2007 Z4MC Join Date: Mar 2013 Location: Dubai iTrader: (4)	what Josh said, more like 30+ for a /nice/ one.. don't even wanna think about how much I've spent... __________________ 2007 EuroSpec Z4///MC - Building/Developing Z4 GT3 Powered by
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yousefnjr salty cowboys fan 6158 Rep 3,406 Posts Drives: ‘06 Z4MR, ‘20 X7, ‘22 M4x Join Date: Dec 2012 Location: Bay Area, CA iTrader: (2)	Good M roadies pop up quite often below $25k, for whatever reason they aren't as beloved as the coupes. Good thing for us that don't mind unlimited headroom Mine was $23,900 with 36k miles, from a dealer. Fantastic value for money with these cars.
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jdoublehcubed Mechanical Engineer 96 Rep 1,025 Posts Drives: 2006 Z4MR, Imola Red Join Date: Jul 2012 Location: Anaheim, CA iTrader: (1)	911s (mid 80s version, don't know the chassis number for that generation)
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Vanne Down Under!! 1621 Rep 4,294 Posts Drives: 2007 Z4MC Join Date: Mar 2013 Location: Dubai iTrader: (4)	lol its complete opposite here, in a sea of 911's and caymans, its an extremely uncommon sight to see a z4m here.. extremely.. needless to say, lots of people ask and gawk.. __________________ 2007 EuroSpec Z4///MC - Building/Developing Z4 GT3 Powered by
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AmmarYasirA Ammar 73 Rep 406 Posts Drives: a lot Join Date: Sep 2013 Location: Atlanta iTrader: (0)	The CLS63 in my garage never fails to make me laugh at the power every time I get on it. Although I will say that the M feels more "special" Different strokes for different folks I guess. Test drive them all to get a feel for it. __________________ E85 ///M Roadster -SapphireBlack/Imola - Garage Queen 2018 F150 Platinum - Black/Black - Leveled on 34's - DD
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Vanne Down Under!! 1621 Rep 4,294 Posts Drives: 2007 Z4MC Join Date: Mar 2013 Location: Dubai iTrader: (4)	the Maseratti is also very nice,and sounds soo sweet when you step on its tail. resale value is in the gutter though, __________________ 2007 EuroSpec Z4///MC - Building/Developing Z4 GT3 Powered by
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StickMon My other car is on Mars 636 Rep 3,124 Posts Drives: 2006 MR Join Date: Feb 2011 Location: Lo-Cal iTrader: (1)	^WHS I came within a gnat's eyelash of buying a Lotus before I bought the ///M, but I was afraid I would have to spend too much time working on it. If I only knew then ... That reminds me. I need to get those RTABs on order. __________________ Warning: May contain traces of nuts.
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angelr Lieutenant 188 Rep 515 Posts Drives: 07 aw/ir m coupe, 2013 S4 Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: Cedarpines park, Ca iTrader: (1)	I am seriously considering another coupe. I'm wearing this one out dailying it... Regarding the mention above of the m roadster not getting much attention. I get tons of looks and questions in my coupe. I've noticed folks taking pics or filming from other cars on occasion.
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07-17-2015, 05:11 PM	#21
NickyC Lieutenant General 17480 Rep 10,662 Posts Drives: M4 CS. Former G82, x2 F82, F80 Join Date: Nov 2010 Location: Jacked out of my mind iTrader: (23)	Who said the ///M Roadster doesn't get attention? I get thumbs up, "nice car", people wanting to talk to me all the time. Oh, he's in San Francisco. Never mind, lol. I think the Z4M Roadster is one of the best values available right now. Not to mention it's a BLAST to drive.
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