OT: not everyone wants a 997!

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03-09-2009, 05:02 PM

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Don't think there is a better combo car than the M3. The M5/M6 seem to me too big to give what your friend wants. For a little softer option I'd look at the Lexus IS-F.

Agreed, the M3 is the best.

I think his friend is looking for more luxury, an Audi S5 might fit the bill or Jag XkR or Mercedes SL.

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03-09-2009, 05:39 PM

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Sounds like he's the perfect BMW squid. I'm with the rest of the gang here. M3, or possibly even a nice CPO M5.

(note to self, stop day dreaming of a bmw you idiot!

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03-10-2009, 12:23 AM

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Beautiful looking car, I agree, but was it a disappointment coming from a 997?

I drove three different variations (coupe (automatic), convertible and "sport" model ( 6 speed) back to back. Stunning cars to look at and you will get a lot of attention. Not as much fun to drive. Great to cruise in. When I finished driving the last one I couldn't wait to get back to my 911 to go home.

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03-10-2009, 06:51 AM

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I biased, but M6. I've driven the new M3 and it is a fantastic car, but if your friend wants power, GT ride and room for 2 in the back, M6. BMW is giving away these cars right now and that includes M driving school which is a blast! I, however, miss the Porsche drive and sounds, and am coming back as soon as I can get rid of my M6.

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03-27-2009, 11:10 PM

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What car did your friend end up buying?

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03-27-2009, 11:43 PM

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M3 has a pretty supple ride, but also leans a bit in corners. Still handles great though.

Not the one I drove on the 19s. I'd say it was at least as stiff as the 997.2 C4S we had.

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03-28-2009, 08:43 AM

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Tire howl on interstates in the 997 can become unbearable I would agree but it depends upon tread depth of the rear tires. I changed my tires last summer and there was a remarkable difference between howl pre and post tire change. It got quieter. I also switched from PS2s to Bridgestones which seem more compliant, less jarring, and quieter over bumps and expansion joints.

I agree, after having Michelins on my C4S and now Bridgestones on the TT, the ride is significantly quieter but they are new and Michelins got noisier as the mileage increased.

I would tell your friend to drive the Audi S5, I would have bought one as my DD last summer but refused to pay 5k over sticker. I imagine paying over MSRP is over for now though...The only other sports car I would consider would be the Corvette or Audi R8. Just my .02

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04-01-2009, 11:58 PM

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Audi S5 is in the frame, but there's a 3-4 month delivery wait. The Shaguar may get a second look.

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04-02-2009, 01:43 PM

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3-4 months?

I can get him into an S5 much sooner.

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04-02-2009, 02:34 PM

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He's found one - cancelled order: Stick + Black + Tuscan Brown + Loaded.

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04-02-2009, 04:14 PM

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He's found one - cancelled order: Stick + Black + Tuscan Brown + Loaded.

Good deal, they're out there.

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04-27-2009, 07:30 PM

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So what car did your friend end up getting?

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04-27-2009, 10:00 PM

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S5 + stick + Black + Tuscan Brown + loaded. Actually I very nice car to drive if you can live without the sharp responses of a 911.

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04-27-2009, 11:28 PM

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I love the way the s5 looks but it only puts out 350 horses out of a V8. Dont you guys think that it is underpowered compared to M3 V8. Don't even get me started about the AMG v8.
So do we have to wait for the RS5? I don't understand why they could not have given it more oomph.