Car Shopping

[WormGod]

I am in the same boat. Been window shopping for about 6 months now and am finding that everything is the SAME. I am a big fan of the WRX for it's decent fuel economy and performance, but damn do I hate the new body style. Going shopping this weekend to see if I can find a previous year since I like the older body style better. I might even look into the STi since my funds totally allow mr to spend a bit more.

Were I not able to maintain 2 vehicles, I would consider selling my '01 Ebony, but I am in a position where I can hold onto her. The day I get the second car, the VX is going in the garage where she will await transfer to the shop where she can get overhauled. The blower is itching to get installed as well as a few other little treats.

Good luck with your search.

[Chopper]

I too have the itch, have for some time. Was feelin' German,but a S2000 would make for a great track day partner. Leaning that way strongly.You have to spend 100g more to get a better handling machine. Someone talk me out of it....Transio? You've been sporting one for some time now. Shove me over the edge.

[volume311]

I doubt he'll recommend an S2000, he's rockin an Elise. Grab one!

[VehiGAZ]

Although it sounds like it might be in the wrong vein from this thread (you're only discussing serious sports cars), the wife and I have been ecstatic with the Audi A3 we picked up late last year. It's really good looking, a hoot to drive, and has a phenomenal interior. It zips through and around highway traffic better than my Prelude SH did (and that's saying something!). Just my 2 cents...

[Chopper]

Before the Elise, a S2000 was parked in its place for quite a while, I think. The Audi is certainly a fine car, but it would never do for what I want... anyone shopping for a commuter, in that price realm, could do worse for sure. Check the Legacy GT Spec B ...for sure do not miss the new GTI. Two more get to work machines that define fun to drive.Got a GTI in the shop now- pretty special car.

[mbeach]

I always heard that the S2000 had handling problems. I never saw many at the track or autocrosses either. I've never driven one, so I dunno.
I wish that I were a foot shorter. My winter project would be a supercharged Miata.

I've been eyeballing a Cosmos Black '98 M3 coupe lately. It deserves some turbo-charged lovin'.

Still keeping the remaining VX though. I've driven it in some sketchy areas, and I never once got the feeling that it would strand me.

[WormGod]

Yep, think the big day will be this Saturday. Got a good lump of $$ I can play with so I am ready to roll. May have to end up ordering an STI since few dealers even carry them on the lot around here. There is one on the floor at a dealer here but I dont want that color. Too many blues out there. Thinking maybe white or the charcoal grey.

Gonna start hunting for a dealer who will install the S/C in the VX too. Blow the dust off of that box and get this damned thing done finally.

Ah, and trailers.... need to find something that will work well with the VX and can drag a waverunner on its back.

Yes my friends, it is time to spend money. So nice being single and out of debt.... only to get yourself back into debt without a woman hollaring down your back.