View Poll Results: I need a car - which one ?
2001 Porsche 996
13
27.66%
2008 VW EOS
4
8.51%
2003 BMW M3
24
51.06%
2001 Porsche Boxter
7
14.89%
Multiple Choice Poll. Voters: 47. You may not vote on this poll
I need a (convertible) car - NOW into the real world
08-17-2011, 03:44 AM
#1
I need a (convertible) car - NOW into the real world
Adrian's car search:
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OK fellow Rennlisters,
I have shoirt listed my previous list and had a look at some real world prices,
by RWP I mean checking out some cars on AT
I've disregarded the Boxster as it is only a 2 seater,
and from the poll the M3 is looking like the hot contender.
ok, here is a list (not in order) details at end of thread
2005 BMW M3 convertibe $25k 93km
2002 Porsche 911 C4 Cab $27k
2008 BMW 1 series convertible $26k 51km
2008 VW EOS $21k 68km
other than the EOS which is soming in under budget, real world prices looking not so good amd millage especailly with the M3 going over.
feel free to poke holes in my idea
Have not had a chance to check insurance so thats a big call as well as MPG
ta !
<edited>
OK fellow Rennlisters,
I have shoirt listed my previous list and had a look at some real world prices,
by RWP I mean checking out some cars on AT
I've disregarded the Boxster as it is only a 2 seater,
and from the poll the M3 is looking like the hot contender.
ok, here is a list (not in order) details at end of thread
2005 BMW M3 convertibe $25k 93km
2002 Porsche 911 C4 Cab $27k
2008 BMW 1 series convertible $26k 51km
2008 VW EOS $21k 68km
other than the EOS which is soming in under budget, real world prices looking not so good amd millage especailly with the M3 going over.
feel free to poke holes in my idea
Have not had a chance to check insurance so thats a big call as well as MPG
ta !
Last edited by adrian_jaye; 08-28-2011 at 03:16 PM.
08-17-2011, 03:50 AM
#2
2001 Porsche 996 (911) Tip 3.6cc
320bhp
"The Porsche 996 is the internal designation for the Porsche 911 model manufactured and sold between 1998 and 2005.
"Engine failure, First, it’s important to point out that it is the early 3.4-litre engines, made from 1998 to 2000, that are most susceptible to major failure. The later 3.6-litre engine is pretty much-problem free."
PROS: Porsche nuff said,
CONS: gas consumption, insurance, (is it a 2 seater? if so then that might be a problem)
"The Porsche 996 is the internal designation for the Porsche 911 model manufactured and sold between 1998 and 2005.
"Engine failure, First, it’s important to point out that it is the early 3.4-litre engines, made from 1998 to 2000, that are most susceptible to major failure. The later 3.6-litre engine is pretty much-problem free."
PROS: Porsche nuff said,
CONS: gas consumption, insurance, (is it a 2 seater? if so then that might be a problem)
Last edited by adrian_jaye; 07-31-2013 at 02:25 PM.
08-17-2011, 03:52 AM
#3
2008 VW EOS convertible
200BHP
"It employs a unique five-panel roof that transforms the coupe's hardtop into an open-air convertible in just 25 seconds. It includes a surprisingly large sunroof and heated glass rear window"
PROS, 4 Seat, hard top convertible, gas mileage
CONS, looks ? not too sporty
"It employs a unique five-panel roof that transforms the coupe's hardtop into an open-air convertible in just 25 seconds. It includes a surprisingly large sunroof and heated glass rear window"
PROS, 4 Seat, hard top convertible, gas mileage
CONS, looks ? not too sporty
Last edited by adrian_jaye; 07-31-2013 at 02:25 PM.
08-17-2011, 10:32 AM
#7
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Go with the M3. Brilliant car.
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08-17-2011, 01:26 PM
#9
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sorry to start this but you should possibly consider a newer BMW 1 series. Newer should mean less will break, 4 reasonable seats, drives really well especially if you can swing a 135...some like the looks some don't. Won't put you to sleep like the eos will.
08-17-2011, 01:28 PM
#11
Thanks Guy's,
so far its
M3
996
EOS
and in last The Boxster
Not really what I expected...
so, as regards to forums, garages, maintenance, what is the BM like?
being in the Porsche fold for so long, is like jumping into a different ocean
Thanks
Adrian,
so far its
M3
996
EOS
and in last The Boxster
Not really what I expected...
so, as regards to forums, garages, maintenance, what is the BM like?
being in the Porsche fold for so long, is like jumping into a different ocean
Thanks
Adrian,
08-17-2011, 01:30 PM
#12
NO, no, not at all,
thanks for the input,
The other decision, is putting $20k into a "used" car, here it seems everything has to be new, new house, new cars etc and that is how my wife kinda thinks too.
I agree with the less break and at least with a w'tee
cheer
thanks for the input,
The other decision, is putting $20k into a "used" car, here it seems everything has to be new, new house, new cars etc
and that is how my wife kinda thinks too.I agree with the less break and at least with a w'tee
cheer
08-17-2011, 01:31 PM
#13
Rennlist Member
Why not get a 5-dr GTi? Brilliant car. I'm sure you could get a nice used one for $22K.