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Old 01-14-2008, 02:16 PM
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No sooner does the new 911 (or SUV or DD sedan or whatever) hit the driveway and I'm thinking about the next new car. It's who I am. I'm a car guy. It's what I do (not literally). I can't help it. Nor, does it sound like, can many of you on this forum.
I've got a brand new 2007 Cab4S with 900 miles bundled up in my garage for the winter, and I'm lusting after pictures of GT3RS'. Or an R8. Or a Mercedes CDI Blutech. Or anything with wheels! I'm an addict!
I've had five Porsches, each better than the other. I guess when I reach the zenith of the brand, I'll be dreaming of something else. But since they keep raising the bar, like with the new GT2, I have a feeling that day will never come.
Drive the living crap out of your car before dreaming of another one. I think you'll be convinced it's the only brand to dream about.
Old 01-14-2008, 04:39 PM
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My next car would problaby be a used Gallardo.
Old 01-14-2008, 05:23 PM
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My heart was broken at the Audi dealer this weekend. The salesman told me the R8, which might have become the 'other woman' and forestalled my upcoming marriage to a 997, had a 3-year waitlist. The only one they had seen so far had gotten offers for $30k over sticker.
Old 01-14-2008, 05:27 PM
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Re: R8 ... I was just in the dealer here in Vancouver (Capilano Audi) and they have an R8 sitting on the floor -- probably available to buy if you are serious.
Old 01-14-2008, 05:38 PM
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Originally Posted by Lblackman
Re: R8 ... I was just in the dealer here in Vancouver (Capilano Audi) and they have an R8 sitting on the floor -- probably available to buy if you are serious.
Thanks -- but I can't afford it using these weak American dollars.
Old 01-14-2008, 05:56 PM
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997 GT3.

Or, maybe a 1983-86 SC in really immaculate condition.

Or perhaps a ground up restored 914-6.
Old 01-14-2008, 05:59 PM
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The next GT3,RS
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Originally Posted by roberga
The next GT3,RS
+1 on the GT3RS
Old 01-14-2008, 06:38 PM
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I was thinking the other day about what car i would get if i won the lottery, and i came to the conclusion that it would be my C2S cab. I would not want all the attention that goes with a ferrari or Lambo, plus its a car you can drive every day and feel comfortable.
like another poster i do have a Chevy Avalanche which is great for trips to loews and the beach w/ the dogs. i guess i may upgrade that if i won the lottery.
Old 01-14-2008, 06:58 PM
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I know I'm gonna catch some heat for this....but maybe a GTR when it is offered in stick...
Old 01-14-2008, 07:25 PM
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Originally Posted by adfsouth
I know I'm gonna catch some heat for this....but maybe a GTR when it is offered in stick...
I have had many Nissan products. The only problem for with the GTR is I think it is ugly.

Besides the engine is on the wrong end of the car.
Old 01-14-2008, 07:44 PM
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I've wanted a 911 since I was a kid, so it's a dream come true.

But, I've also always dreamed of Ferrari and Lamborghini.

If I have the money to comfortably buy a new F430 (or the next gen, or the gen after that ) then that would be the next step. It would be in coupe form and it would be Ferrari red. That is the ONLY car I would ever drive in red. ~$220K and worth every penny if you can comfortably afford it, IMO.

The next step after that would be a Lamborghini...Murcielago (not the baby Lambo...even though I love it). Again, I'd have to be able to comfortably write a check for it.

Considering the attention you get with these cars...I'd still have a 911 as a often-driven sports car...with the Ferrari or Lambo reserved for night driving, or other less-noticable times/places.
Old 01-14-2008, 08:08 PM
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When is the next dream ride? U already have a dream car
But I know what you mean.
Old 01-14-2008, 08:29 PM
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Hi,
Yes a GT-3. I tell everyone I'm leaning how to miss the curbs
because the GT-3 is another 3/4" lower.
Paul
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This is probably a repost of a link, but I am too lazy to search. Here is a good way to figure out what your next dream car might be: http://www.dfwdriveyourdream.com/


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