Which car to compliment the sharks?
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I would buy a big truck or a highly efficient car like a Toyoya Prius...(or both) why buy anything that competes with a 928 for your fun driving time... Get something that contrasts and complements instead.
I drive my Prius and try to get max miles per gallon - it forces me to drive totally differently but its kind of fun. It also offsets the guzzling slightly.
I also have a big SUV out of need for hauling - my other guzzler. Its a 4X4 so it also provides a different driving experience from time to time.
The both feel totally different to the 928 and I like it that way...
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I drive my Prius and try to get max miles per gallon - it forces me to drive totally differently but its kind of fun. It also offsets the guzzling slightly.
I also have a big SUV out of need for hauling - my other guzzler. Its a 4X4 so it also provides a different driving experience from time to time.
The both feel totally different to the 928 and I like it that way...
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Think of it this way, everyone you pass has to look at it
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There are over 230 Boxsters on Auto Trader for under $15k right now, even some S models.
Judging by your taste in color, this is right up your alley
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Lexus 430 SC; I don't know anything about them, other than it looks nice. It never seems to come up here so I assume the performance crowd has dissed it, maybe for good cause, but the interior workmanship is nice.
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I looked at the Volvo's very closely and almost pulled the trigger on a V70R wagon not to long ago. After spending about two months on the Volvo forum I changed my mind. Complaints of early suspension wear, problems with the all wheel drive and a host of other issues scared me considering the age of the vehicle. I didn't want a DD which would become a project car, I wanted something reliable which was fun and wouldn't take my attention away from the shark. I ended up buying a Mazdaspeed3 for practicality, fun factor and sleeper look. Some great deals on 09's too.
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OK, so I will offer a totally different direction............I mean I love modern cars as much as the next guy, but why go the Vintage Route:
DeTomsso Pantera (might be pushing the price range, but maybe a steal out there for $20-30k)
Austin Healey 3000
Triumph TR6
Lotus Elise (yeah I know newer car, but I think pretty cool)
DeTomsso Pantera (might be pushing the price range, but maybe a steal out there for $20-30k)
Austin Healey 3000
Triumph TR6
Lotus Elise (yeah I know newer car, but I think pretty cool)
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I have a 95 Mercedes SL 600 - great car for the weekends. You can pick up one with low miles in the $17,000 range. Beautiful construction, great driver and 400 HP. You will never do better for the price - my sticker shows $126,450 list price in 1995.
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Lotus Elise would definitely be on my short list of "if I was single" cars. Prices have dropped fast in the past few months.
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ah ha ha ha, a prius as a mid-life crisis mobile. Though it is an odd question as you already have a 928.
Get the Hot Rod, or Sports Car you always wanted but couldn't have as a teen. That will bring back that satisfied grin.
Get the Hot Rod, or Sports Car you always wanted but couldn't have as a teen. That will bring back that satisfied grin.
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Thanks for the ideas folks. Now I'm confused but thinking. Added several new cars to the list including a mid 90's V8 Lotus Esprit. Need to drive a Boxter.
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I put about 1k miles on a Boxter. My first impression was not so great (absolutely no torque) but once I got past that I really enjoyed it but it still needs some juice
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