Help me select a 3rd toy car

gonzo · 09-14-2011, 04:10 PM

It is on the high side but I'm sure the owner is proud of it and all.

45k even...good deal if all checked out.

yakev724 · 09-14-2011, 04:18 PM

My new top-vote goes to the 355. Right around your price, supposedly excellent to drive, and would put a bigger smile on my face than possibly any other <$60k car.

gonzo · 09-14-2011, 04:30 PM

..and another thing.

His pop has probably served his time working hard and dealing with rug rats etc.
Picking a Ferrari key out of the dish, opening the garage door, sitting down, turning the key and bringing the horse to life..
Priceless and special.
No offence but I don't think I would get that rush from a kit cobra. That's just me though.

Sy546 · 09-14-2011, 04:37 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by UltimateBMW

Ariel Atom.

Sy546 · 09-14-2011, 04:39 PM

don't bother with the 355. A few friend have had it and it was a horrible car to own. With the amount you'll spend on maintenance (if you drive even a decent amount of miles) you can just go get the 360. Save a little more and get the 360 if you really want a F car

Cerezo · 09-14-2011, 05:10 PM

Testarossa

gonzo · 09-14-2011, 05:11 PM

Just a grain of perception here is that he could buy whatever without needing to save.
It's more in line with a set fiscal budget I would think.

ianbiz · 09-14-2011, 05:46 PM

Lotus Exige?

Red Bread · 09-14-2011, 06:08 PM

Hold out for a Mac F1. Mr Bean can probably help.

fourtailpipes · 09-14-2011, 06:41 PM

993 CS. rare, not too old, looks epic, FACTORY WIDEBODY, sounds awesome, and can be had in the 50k range. a true connoisseur's car... looks like a normal 993 to a layman, but enthusiasts will recognize it immediately!

...and lets not forget about the sound the doors make! oh god!

BillLee · 09-14-2011, 07:28 PM

lotus or mini cooper?

ACZakka325i · 09-14-2011, 10:58 PM

Sorry, dad isn't driving 335 on days off from his 750i, lol.

An old Ferrari would be a little too much attention. Granted we want something cool and appreciated by most, but we don't want to be screaming.

Exige is awesome, but too hardcore. I suggested one only because I want one.

I think the 993 is the way. I did however find a cool 1960's Lotus 7, detomaso mangusta, Benz 190sl, jag xk-e vert and a couple others from the 60's. Maybe that will give you all an idea of where I'm going with this. Porsche 356 would be ideal but a clean and restored example are more than we want to spend.

ACZakka325i · 09-14-2011, 11:01 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by S.hasan546

don't bother with the 355. A few friend have had it and it was a horrible car to own. With the amount you'll spend on maintenance (if you drive even a decent amount of miles) you can just go get the 360. Save a little more and get the 360 if you really want a F car

It's not about saving at this point in life, but more about what an appropriate anount of money would be to spend on this type of car. Like I said, we were going to get on the list for the new 911, but all it will bring is speeding tickets.

swaite · 09-14-2011, 11:56 PM

Without question; Aston Martin V8 Vantage. New or old. Old preferred.

cmark8 · 09-15-2011, 12:51 AM

A 2002-later NSX? They are something special and it's around 50k right now.

freshwhite335 · 09-15-2011, 03:32 AM

I love the Pagoda 280SL's, only thing is it may be a bit girly in the U.S.

I loved my SLK55, and I got that for $35k, plenty of character and pretty bulletproof. Hell you could even get an SL55 at $50k, but with the air suspension and supercharger it is a bit more prone to high maintenance costs.

Coming from someone with a classic toy car, they are great in theory but the cost far surpasses the benefit. Espcially in CT. You won't drive it in the winter, with no A/C it will be too hot in the summer, so you'll probably drive it for 3 months out of the year.
The only reason we still have our classic, a 1978 Corvette, is because my dad got it brand new when he turned 18 and my parents are high school sweethearts and my mom was with him when he picked it up. Otherwise that thing would be gone and the garage space freed for one of the other 5 cars.

gonzo · 09-15-2011, 06:19 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by ACZakka325i

Sorry, dad isn't driving 335 on days off from his 750i, lol.

An old Ferrari would be a little too much attention. Granted we want something cool and appreciated by most, but we don't want to be screaming.

Exige is awesome, but too hardcore. I suggested one only because I want one.

I think the 993 is the way. I did however find a cool 1960's Lotus 7, detomaso mangusta, Benz 190sl, jag xk-e vert and a couple others from the 60's. Maybe that will give you all an idea of where I'm going with this. Porsche 356 would be ideal but a clean and restored example are more than we want to spend.

A red and tan Ferrari is not in any way subtle.
Love the 993. Probably the best looking and overall 911 ever IMO.
A clean and respected example, if you can find it, will cost you.
Those rascals have held value for sure.
993 C4S or TT...

Post what he get's.

stickypaws · 09-15-2011, 06:19 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by ACZakka325i

I think the 993 is the way.

If you're serious about a 993 (C2, C2S, C4S) pm me. I know everything there is to know about buying them, current pricing, where to buy them, and what it's like to live with them. All their good points and all their faults.

No b.s., I'm just a longtime owner of these cars. Free (and realistic) advice.

gonzo · 09-15-2011, 06:22 AM

^ I'm up drinking coffee...you are still up probably sipping Scotch out there.

stickypaws · 09-15-2011, 06:27 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by gonzo

^ I'm up drinking coffee...you are still up probably sipping Scotch out there.

Yeah, and the bottle is empty now so I'm going to sleep. G'nite.

BMW269 · 09-15-2011, 10:07 AM

The upcoming Toyota FT-86, rebirth of the Corolla AE-86? Said to be the production car with the lowest center of gravity. That is what I personaly plan to get.

BTM · 09-15-2011, 11:20 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by ACZakka325i

Can someone tell me what the most well built Cobra Kit car mfr is? I'd like to look into those. Factory 5 seems good. I wonder if they will build it for us.

Factory Five seems to be the most popular. I've seen a few in person that have looked quite good as well. They legally aren't allowed to sell a completed car, but there is a link on their site to contact them about approved builders

http://www.factoryfive.com/compcars.html

09-14-2011, 04:10 PM	#23
gonzo Lieutenant General 10318 Rep 14,445 Posts Drives: as many as possible Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: TeXXXas iTrader: (0)	It is on the high side but I'm sure the owner is proud of it and all. 45k even...good deal if all checked out. __________________ Crazy Diamond
	Appreciate 0 Quote

09-14-2011, 04:18 PM	#24
yakev724 Brigadier General 244 Rep 3,563 Posts Drives: 15 S3 Join Date: Jul 2010 Location: NYC iTrader: (49)	My new top-vote goes to the 355. Right around your price, supposedly excellent to drive, and would put a bigger smile on my face than possibly any other <$60k car.
	Appreciate 0 Quote

09-14-2011, 04:30 PM	#25
gonzo Lieutenant General 10318 Rep 14,445 Posts Drives: as many as possible Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: TeXXXas iTrader: (0)	..and another thing. His pop has probably served his time working hard and dealing with rug rats etc. Picking a Ferrari key out of the dish, opening the garage door, sitting down, turning the key and bringing the horse to life.. Priceless and special. No offence but I don't think I would get that rush from a kit cobra. That's just me though. __________________ Crazy Diamond
	Appreciate 0 Quote

09-14-2011, 04:39 PM	#27
Sy546 Captain 47 Rep 703 Posts Drives: Too Many Cars Join Date: Aug 2010 Location: Long Island iTrader: (0) Garage List 1998 BMW M3 [0.00] 2007 Honda S2000 [0.00] 2006 BMW M3 [0.00] 2023 Porsche 718 Sp ... [0.00] 2012 BMW M3 [0.00] 2023 BMW X7 M60 [0.00]	don't bother with the 355. A few friend have had it and it was a horrible car to own. With the amount you'll spend on maintenance (if you drive even a decent amount of miles) you can just go get the 360. Save a little more and get the 360 if you really want a F car
	Appreciate 0 Quote

09-14-2011, 05:10 PM	#28
Cerezo Second Lieutenant 6 Rep 254 Posts Drives: 08 TL Type-S Join Date: Jun 2006 Location: Seattle iTrader: (0)	Testarossa
	Appreciate 0 Quote

09-14-2011, 05:11 PM	#29
gonzo Lieutenant General 10318 Rep 14,445 Posts Drives: as many as possible Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: TeXXXas iTrader: (0)	Just a grain of perception here is that he could buy whatever without needing to save. It's more in line with a set fiscal budget I would think. __________________ Crazy Diamond
	Appreciate 0 Quote

09-14-2011, 05:46 PM	#30
ianbiz Back in a BMW 205 Rep 5,208 Posts Drives: 2015 335i Msport Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: Dallas, TX iTrader: (8)	Lotus Exige? __________________ Ian
	Appreciate 0 Quote

09-14-2011, 06:08 PM	#31
Red Bread Major General 4458 Rep 9,160 Posts Drives: Smog machines Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: Austin, TX iTrader: (0)	Hold out for a Mac F1. Mr Bean can probably help.
	Appreciate 0 Quote

09-14-2011, 06:41 PM	#32
fourtailpipes Major 111 Rep 1,338 Posts Drives: the ladies crazy Join Date: Dec 2008 Location: , Location, Location! iTrader: (0)	993 CS. rare, not too old, looks epic, FACTORY WIDEBODY, sounds awesome, and can be had in the 50k range. a true connoisseur's car... looks like a normal 993 to a layman, but enthusiasts will recognize it immediately! ...and lets not forget about the sound the doors make! oh god! Last edited by fourtailpipes; 09-14-2011 at 06:49 PM..
	Appreciate 0 Quote

09-14-2011, 07:28 PM	#33
BillLee Major General 706 Rep 5,382 Posts Drives: E92 M3 Join Date: Oct 2007 Location: HTX iTrader: (21) Garage List 09 E92 M3 [9.00]	lotus or mini cooper? __________________ Follow me on instagram: billy.by
	Appreciate 0 Quote

09-14-2011, 10:58 PM	#34
ACZakka325i Colonel 283 Rep 2,008 Posts Drives: 2 stroke Join Date: Jul 2005 Location: CT iTrader: (2)	Sorry, dad isn't driving 335 on days off from his 750i, lol. An old Ferrari would be a little too much attention. Granted we want something cool and appreciated by most, but we don't want to be screaming. Exige is awesome, but too hardcore. I suggested one only because I want one. I think the 993 is the way. I did however find a cool 1960's Lotus 7, detomaso mangusta, Benz 190sl, jag xk-e vert and a couple others from the 60's. Maybe that will give you all an idea of where I'm going with this. Porsche 356 would be ideal but a clean and restored example are more than we want to spend.
	Appreciate 0 Quote

09-14-2011, 11:56 PM	#36
swaite High School Dropout 17 Rep 323 Posts Drives: 2008 135i Join Date: Oct 2010 Location: PNW iTrader: (0)	Without question; Aston Martin V8 Vantage. New or old. Old preferred. __________________
	Appreciate 0 Quote

09-15-2011, 12:51 AM	#37
cmark8 M52, M62TU, S50US, S54, S65 76 Rep 569 Posts Drives: E90 M3 6MT, E36 Touring MT Join Date: Jun 2010 Location: +5511 iTrader: (11)	A 2002-later NSX? They are something special and it's around 50k right now. __________________ 1995 E36 M3 USA / 2002 E46 M3 SMG / 2008 E90 M3 6MT 1996 E36 328i Touring 5MT / 1998 E36 323Ti M Sport 5MT 2002 E39 540i Protection
	Appreciate 0 Quote

09-15-2011, 03:32 AM	#38
freshwhite335 Colonel 154 Rep 2,882 Posts Drives: 991/RR Sport AB Join Date: Aug 2008 Location: 904 FL iTrader: (6) Garage List 2011 BMW 135i [0.00]	I love the Pagoda 280SL's, only thing is it may be a bit girly in the U.S. I loved my SLK55, and I got that for $35k, plenty of character and pretty bulletproof. Hell you could even get an SL55 at $50k, but with the air suspension and supercharger it is a bit more prone to high maintenance costs. Coming from someone with a classic toy car, they are great in theory but the cost far surpasses the benefit. Espcially in CT. You won't drive it in the winter, with no A/C it will be too hot in the summer, so you'll probably drive it for 3 months out of the year. The only reason we still have our classic, a 1978 Corvette, is because my dad got it brand new when he turned 18 and my parents are high school sweethearts and my mom was with him when he picked it up. Otherwise that thing would be gone and the garage space freed for one of the other 5 cars. __________________ 2014 Range Rover Sport Autobiography 2012.5 991 C2S 1978 Corvette
	Appreciate 0 Quote

09-15-2011, 06:22 AM	#41
gonzo Lieutenant General 10318 Rep 14,445 Posts Drives: as many as possible Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: TeXXXas iTrader: (0)	^ I'm up drinking coffee...you are still up probably sipping Scotch out there. __________________ Crazy Diamond
	Appreciate 0 Quote

09-15-2011, 10:07 AM	#43
BMW269 Brigadier General 445 Rep 3,888 Posts Drives: BMW Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: Germany iTrader: (0)	The upcoming Toyota FT-86, rebirth of the Corolla AE-86? Said to be the production car with the lowest center of gravity. That is what I personaly plan to get.
	Appreciate 0 Quote