what would you get new/used for 100k?

[krnnerdboy]

This is in the z4 general section because I respect your opinions over the rest of the bimmer sub forums

So if you had up to 120k to spend for a weekend garage queen, what would you get?

here are some of my choices

f430
ford GT
Gallardo spyder
porsche gt2/3
r8 v10 or twin turbo v8

My favorite would be the GT so far

[johanness]

Yep. For a weekend warrior, the Ford GT. I'm not a Ford fan, but no one could argue with that decision. If you were driving it a lot more, my choice would be gt2.
F430 is done, the Gallardo Spyder I'd pass on b/c i'd opt for the Murcialago (man's car), Audi (numb).

[arggg45]

Originally Posted by krnnerdboy

This is in the z4 general section because I respect your opinions over the rest of the bimmer sub forums

So if you had up to 120k to spend for a weekend garage queen, what would you get?

here are some of my choices

f430
ford GT
Gallardo spyder
porsche gt2/3
r8 v10 or twin turbo v8

My favorite would be the GT so far

GT3RS
Viper ACR
Caterham R500
Radical/ADR (Track Toys)

[Daemonblitz]

From your list my top choices would be Porsche or an F430, however every time Ferrari brings out a new model it feels as if the previous one dies off, not that it isn't an amazing car.

[krnnerdboy]

Hmm viper acr would save a lot of coin on initial purchase and maintenance. I like it!

Originally Posted by arggg45

GT3RS
Viper ACR
Caterham R500
Radical/ADR (Track Toys)

[arggg45]

Originally Posted by krnnerdboy

Hmm viper acr would save a lot of coin on initial purchase and maintenance. I like it!

They definitely leave enough room in the budget for triples and hoosiers

[Endless619]

$120k would be my down payment on a Ferrari 458 Italia. I want class and one of the the best looking cars out there. I could give a shit about how fast it goes at this point. Done and done.

There is a local Lamborghini Murci going for $115k here so I would go for that and wheels.

[beta]

Ariel Atom 500 (it's 160k). If it's a weekend car I'd get the fastest thing on the road, and this beats pretty much everything out there, perfect track car.

[AnalogDan]

I'd get 3 Ariel Atoms, 1 for me, 2 for friends. That would be much more fun than any single car for 120k.

[krnnerdboy]

Originally Posted by AnalogDan

I'd get 3 Ariel Atoms, 1 for me, 2 for friends. That would be much more fun than any single car for 120k.

Haha. Good point. But I'd rather get some BMW 1000rr's and really have some fun

[krnnerdboy]

I guess it's about whatever brings you joy. And getting off on the track after wrestling a beast into submission and after many near death experiences would bring a pretty big smile on my face

But I see your point and I had no idea the murcielagos were that affordable. But unfortunately I wouldn't be able to afford the $30k maintenance at 30k miles and everything in between. And my wife would kill me if I put 120k down to have a 3k dollar payment. I would lease a 458 though. Last time my buddy leased a 430 he put 25k down and 1700 a month. Then I would feel obligated to drive the shit out of it.

Originally Posted by EndlessZ4M

$120k would be my down payment on a Ferrari 458 Italia. I want class and one of the the best looking cars out there. I could give a shit about how fast it goes at this point. Done and done.

There is a local Lamborghini Murci going for $115k here so I would go for that and wheels.

[wrose]

I'd keep my Z4M coupe, upgrade to the ESS VT2, upgrade the suspension ,upgrade to BBK , upgrade track tires and wheels
and spend the remainder on visiting as many tracks as possible
- with this set-up the exotics will be very surprised at what is leaving them behind

[santov]

Z06 Carbon and CBR1000 RR and I'll prob have a little cash left over for lots of tires.

[bhoch]

Originally Posted by santov

Z06 Carbon and CBR1000 RR and I'll prob have a little cash left over for lots of tires.

Excellent choices!

[beta]

Originally Posted by AnalogDan

I'd get 3 Ariel Atoms, 1 for me, 2 for friends. That would be much more fun than any single car for 120k.

I might have to change my vote. So far this is my favorite idea

[txz4]

gt3rs. not sure if that's in the price point but i intend to buy one. If you just wanted a panty dropper i would go with the GT. Thats in the class of super exotic compared to others even though they might be better preforming, plus im sure the maintenance
would be a drop in the bucket compared to some of the other choices.

[arggg45]

I'm amending my list to include a Lotus 2-11.

What is the hypothetical intended use for the car, track, mountain blasts, cruising with a date? That is really the most important question that we all seem to have ignored.

[krnnerdboy]

Originally Posted by arggg45

I'm amending my list to include a Lotus 2-11.

What is the hypothetical intended use for the car, track, mountain blasts, cruising with a date? That is really the most important question that we all seem to have ignored.

LOL, I'm married w/ 2 kids and my wife refuses to ride even in my z4...so honestly, a car to parade around in through my quarter/midlife crisis to show my worth to all who notice not to mention, car idolatry

but that aside, track and canyon runs...I'll always have a decent daily for the wife/family...


It's all for fun until my deal goes through on my investment within the next year, hopefully for my 30th birthday present

[Endless619]

Originally Posted by krnnerdboy

I guess it's about whatever brings you joy. And getting off on the track after wrestling a beast into submission and after many near death experiences would bring a pretty big smile on my face

But I see your point and I had no idea the murcielagos were that affordable. But unfortunately I wouldn't be able to afford the $30k maintenance at 30k miles and everything in between. And my wife would kill me if I put 120k down to have a 3k dollar payment. I would lease a 458 though. Last time my buddy leased a 430 he put 25k down and 1700 a month. Then I would feel obligated to drive the shit out of it.

There you go. I am in my 30's now and speed is not my priority anymore. I have so many other things I look at in a car now aside from straight speed. Yup $20k+ down and like $1500 a month. lol Yeah I just was applying for the Murci but its like $1300 a month with a bunch down. I can't justify spending over $500 a month now. lol I know I am cheap but don't want to obligate anything more.

Is it me or does this Lambo Murci interior look cheap?
Here is one of the Lambos I was talking about.

http://seattle.craigslist.org/est/ctd/2504549094.html

[arggg45]

Originally Posted by krnnerdboy

LOL, I'm married w/ 2 kids and my wife refuses to ride even in my z4...so honestly, a car to parade around in through my quarter/midlife crisis to show my worth to all who notice not to mention, car idolatry

but that aside, track and canyon runs...I'll always have a decent daily for the wife/family...


It's all for fun until my deal goes through on my investment within the next year, hopefully for my 30th birthday present

depending on how old your kids are, you could get a fleet of racing karts, and get your kids hooked and then spend the remaining 100k (after costs to race them for the next 5 years) on any of the cars in my list.

[krnnerdboy]

Originally Posted by arggg45

depending on how old your kids are, you could get a fleet of racing karts, and get your kids hooked and then spend the remaining 100k (after costs to race them for the next 5 years) on any of the cars in my list.

ROFL, I love the way you think. It was actually my goal to have a tomboy for a daughter and have her on a dirtbike by the age of 3, but judging btw she cherishes her nail polish on her feet and holds still only for a pedicure at the age of 1.5, it seems like water under the bridge. But you do bring a good point of whether it's the motorsport that I love or the shiny new beast in the garage that I treasure. Perhaps I'll need to rethink this one, especially b/c I don't feel that the z4m is lacking yet.

After I started tracking, I told myself that I wouldn't buy another weekend car unless I had some track time in it, whether it be in the drivers or passenger seat. I guess I'll start looking there if anywhere, and maybe signup on the make a wish foundation to get a free ride

Originally Posted by EndlessZ4M

There you go. I am in my 30's now and speed is not my priority anymore. I have so many other things I look at in a car now aside from straight speed. Yup $20k+ down and like $1500 a month. lol Yeah I just was applying for the Murci but its like $1300 a month with a bunch down. I can't justify spending over $500 a month now. lol I know I am cheap but don't want to obligate anything more.

Is it me or does this Lambo Murci interior look cheap?
Here is one of the Lambos I was talking about.

holy crap, that interior looks identical to an 87 acura legend that I once had LOl And how fitting to this thread...it was b/c of an identical murcielago in that crazy pearl yellow that I got this crazy idea to buy an exotic.

how do you like your nsx BTW? Post your pics up, that's always a classic

[arggg45]

Originally Posted by krnnerdboy

ROFL, I love the way you think. It was actually my goal to have a tomboy for a daughter and have her on a dirtbike by the age of 3, but judging btw she cherishes her nail polish on her feet and holds still only for a pedicure at the age of 1.5, it seems like water under the bridge.

Sir, i hope you are not doomed to years of ballet recitals...