New member, future sports car owner

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Wonder how many M3 owners will be trading for M4???
 
smack said:
The bigger question is how many non BMW owners will purchase the new M3/M4?

I think even Andrew Wilson will make the switch.... ROFL buddy!
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I'd love to have an M4!
 
smack said:
The bigger question is how many non BMW owners will purchase the new M3/M4?

I think even Andrew Wilson will make the switch.... ROFL buddy!
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I will go for the XKRS first! I like flames and growly V8s!
 
Oh wow thanks for all the replies! I Can see people here are a bit sensitive about the term "sports car". My budget can fluctuate by about 50-100K depending on what my wife says :p. Been looking at used cars, definitely not buying new. Hopefully something that's a good investment.

I've sort of narrowd it to a battle between a 2008 Porsche 911 Carerra 4s and a 2006 McLaren SLR.

Thoughts?
 
Jamie42 said:
Oh wow thanks for all the replies! I Can see people here are a bit sensitive about the term "sports car". My budget can fluctuate by about 50-100K depending on what my wife says :p. Been looking at used cars, definitely not buying new. Hopefully something that's a good investment.

I've sort of narrowd it to a battle between a 2008 Porsche 911 Carerra 4s and a 2006 McLaren SLR.

Thoughts?
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Non turbo Porsche? Lol

SLR no brainier IMO.
 
quote=Andr3wilson;1032088]Non turbo Porsche? Lol

SLR no brainier IMO.[/quote]

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Of those two there is only 1 option :props:
 
Jamie42 said:
Oh wow thanks for all the replies! I Can see people here are a bit sensitive about the term "sports car". My budget can fluctuate by about 50-100K depending on what my wife says :p. Been looking at used cars, definitely not buying new. Hopefully something that's a good investment.

I've sort of narrowd it to a battle between a 2008 Porsche 911 Carerra 4s and a 2006 McLaren SLR.

Thoughts?
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I'm very confused on your choices of cars and price range. The Mercedes will be $150k for an 06' or you can get a brand new 14'
911 turbo for the same price. Cars are not good investments if you plan to drive them.

Just for reference the Porsche you say your looking at is $50k vs the $150k for the Mercedes.

I'm just curious, why spend that kind of money on a car out of warranty? For the same money as the Mercedes you get a brand new 911 turbo with a full warranty
 
valleyrider said:
I'm very confused on your choices of cars and price range. The Mercedes will be $150k for an 06' or you can get a brand new 14'
911 turbo for the same price. Cars are not good investments if you plan to drive them.

Just for reference the Porsche you say your looking at is $50k vs the $150k for the Mercedes.

I'm just curious, why spend that kind of money on a car out of warranty? For the same money as the Mercedes you get a brand new 911 turbo with a full warranty
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I'm dealing with two potential budgets, so with the lower budget I'd get the Porsche and some house renos...Otherwise it's the McLaren...dealing with the wife, who's sort of the "budgeteer" around here. I'm till wondering about the depreciation on the McLaren...That's something I'd like to know in general before making a big purchase.
 
valleyrider said:
From another post where you mentioned you are looking at a used Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren, if you are going to be spending that kind of money why not look at a new McLaren 12C? It is much more technology for the money and is quite comfortable to be in, though I have not been in the Mercedes you are looking at.

Or might I suggest a Spyker if you are looking for something a bit different and relatively unknown
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A new 12C would be above my budget...Spyker is an awesome looking car but doesn't do it for me personally.

I was looking at this one...2006 Used Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren SLR McLaren 2dr Cpe 5.5L at Fort Lauderdale Collection South Serving Ft LAUDERDALE, FL, IID 11577451

thoughts? Thanks for the tips everyone
 
Jamie42 said:
I'm dealing with two potential budgets, so with the lower budget I'd get the Porsche and some house renos...Otherwise it's the McLaren...dealing with the wife, who's sort of the "budgeteer" around here. I'm till wondering about the depreciation on the McLaren...That's something I'd like to know in general before making a big purchase.
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It won't depreciate as bad as a Ferrari will if that's what you're wondering. When I look for a car I go with whatever moves me. Test drive the cars, sit in them, get a feeling for them and go with the car that speaks to you the most. Don't worry about numbers or ratings or which one someone tells you is best, go out and feel them for yourself.

I'm sure not so deep down you know exactly what car you would rather have so go out and test drive them and go with your heart. Just make sure you get a good deal on the car and you feel good about it, nothing like regretting a purchase or regretting not getting the one you really want.

Also decide what the car means to you, is it a status thing, is it a weekend toy, is it just for fun? I like to enjoy my cars and look for the one that will bring the biggest smile to my face when I drive it. For some people a car is simply transportation, to others it's a part of you almost, and to others it's a collectible asset.

All in all I say go with your heart and don't look back or you'll continue to look back and live in the what could've been.
 
Lambo Gallardo is bulletproof and would be a good DD as well
 
With a Porsche you get a Porsche. With a Lambo you get a Lambo. With the SLR you get a McClaren AND a Mercedes, with the sum total being greater than its individual parts. Although I own a Mercedes M class, I have not driven the SLR but from what I've seen on shows such as "Top Gear" and from what I have read, the choice is clear. Throw in the level of exclusivity and it is a no brainer between the two. But I agree with another poster that you must follow your heart above all since practicality and money are not major issues for you - and seldom are at this level of car buying.
 
jpegs13 said:
Lambo Gallardo is bulletproof and would be a good DD as well
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I really have to disagree. Bulletproof? Nope. Wait until the clutch goes. Also they are extremely hard on you.

My vote goes for a Bentley Brooklands or Arrnage. Those are hardcore style cars.
 
valleyrider said:
It won't depreciate as bad as a Ferrari will if that's what you're wondering. When I look for a car I go with whatever moves me. Test drive the cars, sit in them, get a feeling for them and go with the car that speaks to you the most. Don't worry about numbers or ratings or which one someone tells you is best, go out and feel them for yourself.

I'm sure not so deep down you know exactly what car you would rather have so go out and test drive them and go with your heart. Just make sure you get a good deal on the car and you feel good about it, nothing like regretting a purchase or regretting not getting the one you really want.

Also decide what the car means to you, is it a status thing, is it a weekend toy, is it just for fun? I like to enjoy my cars and look for the one that will bring the biggest smile to my face when I drive it. For some people a car is simply transportation, to others it's a part of you almost, and to others it's a collectible asset.

All in all I say go with your heart and don't look back or you'll continue to look back and live in the what could've been.
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Thanks for the advice, man. I've wanted the McLaren for years, ever since they came out. I definitely would not regret that purchase.

That being said I always make sure I spend money wisely, and any purchase to me is an investment...I figured depreciation after this many years would be at a plateau but was wondering if anyone had any experience.

Best,

Jamie
 
Jamie42 said:
Thanks for the advice, man. I've wanted the McLaren for years, ever since they came out. I definitely would not regret that purchase.

That being said I always make sure I spend money wisely, and any purchase to me is an investment...I figured depreciation after this many years would be at a plateau but was wondering if anyone had any experience.

Best,

Jamie
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If you want opinions from owners past and present check out 6speedonline.com they can give you advice on just about any car over there.
 
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