Does a fun daily driver take away from your 911?
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So after test driving many cars (M235i xdrive, GTI, WRX, Wrangler Unlimited, S3, Mini Cooper S and Clubman) I decided on the Mini Cooper Clubman S All4. It's not the fastest or the most comfortable or the most practical. But it was the most fun that met my basic needs.
The Clubman S I bought is fully loaded with cool stuff like heads-up display, all wheel drive, 6-speed manual, John Cooper Works package (not the engine ). It really is a nice ride and a blast to drive. Fairly quick but corners very well with almost no body roll. Kids absolutely love it as well with features like the disco mood lighting and the hood stripes. Plus it has the barn doors in the back.
I know it's not everyones cup of tea, but they are pretty unique little cars. As a frame of reference, it's about the same dimensions as a 4-door Golf.
The Clubman S I bought is fully loaded with cool stuff like heads-up display, all wheel drive, 6-speed manual, John Cooper Works package (not the engine ). It really is a nice ride and a blast to drive. Fairly quick but corners very well with almost no body roll. Kids absolutely love it as well with features like the disco mood lighting and the hood stripes. Plus it has the barn doors in the back.
I know it's not everyones cup of tea, but they are pretty unique little cars. As a frame of reference, it's about the same dimensions as a 4-door Golf.
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#52
"Does a fun daily driver take away from your 911?"
Interesting question. My experience is that my expectations are re-aligned by having an exciting DD. I'm a lifetime motorcycle enthusiast (since I was 5 at least). When possible, my choice for commuting is two wheeled. All the bikes I currently have, as well as most of my past bikes outperform my S in nearly every measure.
When I jump in the 911, I don't think OMG this really fast. I appreciate it for what it is, specifically a great experience. But since you've made me think about it, I think it does take away a little. I'm not complaining, and I wouldn't change a thing, but I think I would be even more enthused jumping into the p-car if my daily grind was in a 10 year old Accord.
Interesting question. My experience is that my expectations are re-aligned by having an exciting DD. I'm a lifetime motorcycle enthusiast (since I was 5 at least). When possible, my choice for commuting is two wheeled. All the bikes I currently have, as well as most of my past bikes outperform my S in nearly every measure.
When I jump in the 911, I don't think OMG this really fast. I appreciate it for what it is, specifically a great experience. But since you've made me think about it, I think it does take away a little. I'm not complaining, and I wouldn't change a thing, but I think I would be even more enthused jumping into the p-car if my daily grind was in a 10 year old Accord.
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#54
Purchased this 2003 Chevy Silverado 2500 H.D. diesel 8 years ago and has been a great DD. Besides regular maintenance installed a cracked fuel filter bracket (approx. $ 120) and thats it. T
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#56
So after test driving many cars (M235i xdrive, GTI, WRX, Wrangler Unlimited, S3, Mini Cooper S and Clubman) I decided on the Mini Cooper Clubman S All4. It's not the fastest or the most comfortable or the most practical. But it was the most fun that met my basic needs.
The Clubman S I bought is fully loaded with cool stuff like heads-up display, all wheel drive, 6-speed manual, John Cooper Works package (not the engine ). It really is a nice ride and a blast to drive. Fairly quick but corners very well with almost no body roll. Kids absolutely love it as well with features like the disco mood lighting and the hood stripes. Plus it has the barn doors in the back.
I know it's not everyones cup of tea, but they are pretty unique little cars. As a frame of reference, it's about the same dimensions as a 4-door Golf.
The Clubman S I bought is fully loaded with cool stuff like heads-up display, all wheel drive, 6-speed manual, John Cooper Works package (not the engine ). It really is a nice ride and a blast to drive. Fairly quick but corners very well with almost no body roll. Kids absolutely love it as well with features like the disco mood lighting and the hood stripes. Plus it has the barn doors in the back.
I know it's not everyones cup of tea, but they are pretty unique little cars. As a frame of reference, it's about the same dimensions as a 4-door Golf.
#58
my 911 is my DD, SUV, Ikea hauler (tall things fit through the sunroof), bike carrier (bike rack attachment)
If I had a 4S, it would be my snowmobile too.
These are the best all around DD True Sports car money can buy IMO.
If I had a 4S, it would be my snowmobile too.
These are the best all around DD True Sports car money can buy IMO.
#59
I'll toss in my $.02 now. Yeah my daily driver does impact my 911 experience. My winter car is a 1995 Audi S6 closing in on 200K miles. My spring, summer and fall car is a 2000 Boxster S. Now the Boxster can fit golf clubs in its trunk - not the 911. The Boxster can go shopping and not have to park far away from the crowds. I could go on and on but the point is that the Boxster is the do everything car and the 911 only comes out on special occasions or weekends. Although now that I think about it, I'll drive it tonight to get a bottle of Scotch.
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