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Who Makes The Best Luxury/Sports Car For Summer Under $60k?

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Who Makes The Best Luxury/Sports Car For Summer Under $60k?

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Teknik - 5/26/2008 2:38:37 PMView My AgentSpace

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Good question!

Ask EL34, he has almost all of the $60k matchbox cars in his toy collection.

Hopefully, his mom taught him how to share!

Anything BMW and Infiniti below $60k will do just fine.

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AgentOrange - 5/26/2008 2:53:28 PMView My AgentSpace

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^^^^ROFL^^^^
Spot on!!!

Agent001 - 5/26/2008 3:09:32 PMView My AgentSpace

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Teknik.

Don't be a Sally.

Pick the ONE model you'd recommend.

001

Agent001 - 5/26/2008 3:16:57 PMView My AgentSpace

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And you guys BETTER give me good answers or you'll have to have a talk with my new GoodFella's buddy Paul Sorvino! ;)



001

Teknik - 5/26/2008 3:35:31 PMView My AgentSpace

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Don't be silly?

Agent001, here is your answer:

2008 Mercedes-Benz C63 AMG

Base Price - $54,625
Multimedia Package - $2,950
Metallic Paint - $710
TeleAid - $650

TOTAL - $58,935

Agent001 - 5/26/2008 3:53:33 PMView My AgentSpace

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That's a GOOD choice!

001

Teknik - 5/26/2008 3:58:05 PMView My AgentSpace

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Agent001,

I'd rather see Mira Sorvino!

Happy now?

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Agent001 - 5/26/2008 4:02:02 PMView My AgentSpace

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Agent001 - 5/26/2008 4:02:42 PMView My AgentSpace

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This is how the url should look

http://teknik.myautospies.com/users/275/Sample-Gallery/C63AMG.jpg

simmonsdp - 5/26/2008 5:25:16 PM

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Damn I love that C63.........

EL34 - 5/26/2008 6:01:02 PM

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AutoPunks shouldn't mess aroung with Agent001 because he has friends in high places that will jack you up.

BTW, the C-Klasse would be a smashing selection based on the requirements.

:-\

Agent001 - 5/26/2008 8:31:32 PMView My AgentSpace

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EL34 is right...

Always remember boys and girls that my name and a lot of my friends names end in a vowels ;)

001

komododave - 5/26/2008 3:52:30 PM

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Are you serious? If it was even true that Lexus made the best sport/luxury anything, how would you even pick the IS250 over the IS350? For Sixty grand, you can have little more imagination.

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Caraficionado - 5/27/2008 12:43:05 PM

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You are right on the Mazda

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ChicaneShooter - 5/28/2008 3:34:07 AM

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the IS250 has the best slalom times. per my screenname, that IS a feature that rates highly.

the is250 also came in 2nd in its class in the next to last Nurburgring race. beating out a whole slew of bmw m cars.



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AgentOrange - 5/26/2008 2:54:57 PMView My AgentSpace

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I'd get the 135i Cabrio and put the remaining $15K into a 401K if I were you...

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LexSucks - 5/26/2008 3:07:28 PM

Show Comment -24 Boost

Best Luxury Car? Any Lexus
Best Sports Car? That same Lexus

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Agent001 - 5/26/2008 3:10:53 PMView My AgentSpace

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I want to know the MODEL you'd pick...not just a wimpy statement like ANY Lexus.

Man up!

001

komododave - 5/26/2008 3:53:58 PM

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He can't mention one because there isn't one. Luxury they do well, but combine the sport in it and Lexus chokes. The IS-F is a stumble in the right direction though

Agent00J - 5/26/2008 3:10:27 PMView My AgentSpace

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How about a 135i with the Sport Package and Red Leather in Sparkling Graphite Metallic and use the change to get a new Harley Davidson FXCWC Rocker C???

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S4cabriofoxone - 5/26/2008 3:18:15 PMView My AgentSpace

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135i, S5, Cayman, Boxster, etc... The usual suspects.

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Agent001 - 5/26/2008 3:20:26 PMView My AgentSpace

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S4,

Which ONE is your pick?

Can this be so hard?

Not looking for your 5 best, want ONE vehicle choice you will stake your reputation on...

001

S4cabriofoxone - 5/26/2008 3:39:34 PMView My AgentSpace

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I guess the S5 is more of an all-seasons car, so that's out.

Boxster is overdone.

Between Cayman and 135i... I would have to say 135i, because it's faster, and you can take a few friends.

Agent001 - 5/26/2008 3:54:21 PMView My AgentSpace

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Another GOOD choice...

001

_43LE - 5/26/2008 3:35:28 PM

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Key phrase: Luxury/sports for the Summer

The 3 series convertible. Best all-rounder.

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AMiodynski - 5/26/2008 3:36:56 PM

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IS-F for me thank you !!

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S4cabriofoxone - 5/26/2008 3:39:57 PMView My AgentSpace

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You can't have it loaded for under $60K.

chilipalmer - 5/27/2008 12:25:45 AMView My AgentSpace

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I may only be speaking for the western U.S. but the least expensive IS-F you can get is $61,495. MSRP

Chaser - 5/29/2008 6:29:00 PM

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Make that two of us!

enthusiastx11 - 5/26/2008 3:38:21 PM

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just pick one of the 335i variations: coupe, convertible or sedan.

same amazing engine, handling and great looks.

in my opinion, you'd have to spend $100k+ to get an all-around better car.

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S4cabriofoxone - 5/26/2008 3:40:43 PMView My AgentSpace

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Actually, I agree. Not necessarily that it's the best summer car, but that you would have to spend $100K to get something truly superior. Porsche 911, Audi R8, etc.

cdoke - 5/26/2008 4:02:34 PMView My AgentSpace

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I could definatly see the coupe. The sedan does not say "summer" to me, and the convertible hard-top has a bit on an aesthetic issue that I wouldn't wish on anyone.

The M3 coupe would be great, but to keep it under 60K it can't really have any options except the color choices.

cdoke - 5/26/2008 3:46:34 PMView My AgentSpace

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Well, without any other information, such as age, preferences (some people like mustangs), or if he is married or has children who will need a place to sit, I would say:

S5

The S5 is shades of sporty for the summer, yet unlike most of the cars that pop to mind, has a back seat in the event that it is needed (has kids). It is well equipped for $57,715, and looks very sharp in that meteor gray color. In addition, it is probably a little more acceptable to the wife for the practicality reasons.

It is a shame the CTS Coupe isn't out yet so I could have considered it.

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komododave - 5/26/2008 4:02:31 PM

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Since it hasn't been mentioned, I'll mention it and risk debosting: How about a Vette? He never said sports sedan. Corvettes are a good value for what you get.

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AE86 - 5/27/2008 12:40:21 AM

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How much do the gold necklaces set you back?

komododave - 5/27/2008 1:13:45 AM

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You must be thinking of some kind of buick, possibly with portholes and 24s and the name BUICK emblazened on it's 2 toned side. Or maybe a Rolls. I'm speaking of one of the americas most revered sports cars.

bmwdrvr - 5/26/2008 4:07:51 PM

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i know im going to be an oddball i wouild say the corvette, a V8 reasonable gas mileage a targa top, and over 400hp

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komododave - 5/27/2008 1:15:36 AM

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And why am I deboosted to 0 and this guy is up-boosted?? I suggested the same car! I'll probably be deboosted more for "whining" or whatever. Lets go for gold!! Lexus sucks!!!

Agent001 - 5/26/2008 4:17:23 PMView My AgentSpace

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Your choice can lean luxury or sport...doesn't have to be both.

If you would recommend luxury, pick a model or of you like sporty, pick that.

001

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nsmatt - 5/26/2008 4:17:49 PM

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M3, don't care if it's not loaded under 60k, i'd take it over a loaded C63 any day of the week.

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Agent001 - 5/26/2008 4:26:26 PMView My AgentSpace

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Interesting, not one pick for an Infiniti yet...

001

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komododave - 5/27/2008 1:18:07 AM

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It's not a bad choice, I think it comes up as number two on a lot of peoples lists. You know, the backup when the wife says " that bimmer is way to much" or " according to Consumer Reports Mercedes benz has a black half circle for reliablility"

EvoAudi - 5/26/2008 4:41:26 PMView My AgentSpace

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I would have to choose the C63, the power makes it fun, there is room for four, good stereo, and exciting when in the hands of a good driver.

I would choose the upcoming S5 Cabrio but thats not even close to out yet as far as we know.

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JUGNU - 5/26/2008 4:46:52 PMView My AgentSpace

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Ist choice: Jaguar XF. something new something fresh. Cool. A blue one.

Second Chioce: G35/G37 is cool. Red colour. and u'll save a lot.

JUGNU

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EL34 - 5/26/2008 7:12:03 PM

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A blue one would be good ;->

cdoke - 5/26/2008 10:12:35 PMView My AgentSpace

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I now hear that will be a bit of a problem in your area of the world because the XF has apparently sold out in the Middle East.

http://www.jaguarnewswire.com/2008/05/jaguar-
newswire-jaguar-xf-sells-out.html

simmonsdp - 5/26/2008 4:49:18 PM

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With no question at all, I am crazy for the C63 and I can get one loaded for under 60k.

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Carboy - 5/26/2008 5:11:30 PMView My AgentSpace

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How about the G37S or a G35 so you can sqeeze in two more people.. It's comfortable and fast with a nice engine note well under $60,000.

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TheSailor - 5/26/2008 5:15:55 PMView My AgentSpace

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I'd go with an S5 I think... Or a 335i Coupe... They are under 60k right? Here in DK though, for 60k, I think you'd probably get as far as a Golf 2.0TDI for that kind of money... With no options ofcause!

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IS3andME - 5/26/2008 5:17:16 PM

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A few weeks ago it was lux coupes under 40K, then it was under 40K, what's next, "What if the Mustang were 40K, would it be better?"

I'll bite, the M3 and C63 are top contenders...

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mini22 - 5/26/2008 5:32:58 PM

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Luxury side BMW M3.Sportscar side Porsche Boxter S.

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enthusiastx11 - 5/26/2008 8:04:28 PM

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can't really get either of those for $60k.

quizz - 5/26/2008 5:37:34 PM

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"luxury sports car for summer" to me is a car that's best driven, and being "luxury", means that badging is quite important.

Only the following makes sense to me, in order of preference:

1. Porsche Boxster S, base price in your choice of colors is under $60,000

2. Audi TT convertible

3. "pre-owned" M3 convertible

It's summer and these are the cars I'd drive on a warm summer evening.

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Audi4Life - 5/26/2008 5:41:56 PM

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summer calls for a cabrio or a coupe...the question is what to pick though, i guess it would be like this:
1)S5
2)3 series cabrio
3)lotus elise


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KZ258 - 5/26/2008 5:42:16 PM

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a remake of the "G37 VS 335I" post

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1995e34 - 5/26/2008 5:57:30 PM

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1. porsche cayman
2. bmw z4 m coupe
3. bmw 335i coupe
4. bmw 135i coupe

each is powerful, fun, efficient (relatively), and reliable.

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komododave - 5/27/2008 1:19:49 AM

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Forgot about the Z4 M. Good choice.

EL34 - 5/26/2008 7:09:15 PM

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A couple of days ago I was waiting at a red light in Irvine, Ca and 3 135i's and 3 650i's made a left turn.

All in white :-/

BTW, I was on Barranca Pkwy and Harvard Ave heading toward Jamboree Rd.

http://maps.google.com/maps?hl=en&ie=UTF-8&q=Barranca+and+Harvard&near=Irvine,+CA&fb=1&cid=6373623503114474789&li=lmd&z=14&t=m



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carmogul - 5/26/2008 7:19:07 PM

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Guys, guys!!! Use your imagination...nowhere did it say the car had to be brand new!!!

My pick - a 2005 Porsche 911 Carrera S coupe!!!

I can get one from the auction a little less than $60k

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cdoke - 5/26/2008 9:22:59 PMView My AgentSpace

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The best cars for the summer special occasion are classic cars in my opinion.

The problem is that the two that immediately come to my mind and are my person likes, have a little difficulty with the $60K limit.

Again, they are just what I would like, but I am talking about an E-type roadster and an XK120. The latter if it runs and doesn't have cosmetic issues runs about 150K. The former can be found for less than 60K, but only in the bad years. The earlier years ('61-'62 and a little later I think) were created without the compromises to the front in the name of safety, are more beautiful and command higher prices.

Agent63 - 5/26/2008 9:00:59 PMView My AgentSpace

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For 60K it's hard to get anything here in Vancouver, BC. Prices here are much higher than those in the States.

For example our 328i with sport package & premium package with leather seats will run me about $58-59k before taxes. We have luxury tax as well ontop of the regular taxes.

So the C63 can't even fit in this under $60K category.

Our Acura TL type S is already into the 50's after taxes so go figure how much the more expensive luxury cars will cost. Heck the TSX is already into the low 40's after tax.

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Agent001 - 5/26/2008 9:30:33 PMView My AgentSpace

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But you can wait in line for a key medical operation because you have FREE health care ;)

001

chilipalmer - 5/27/2008 12:28:49 AMView My AgentSpace

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001, that might be the greatest comment I have ever seen you post, nothing wrong with the rest of them, this one is just plain special!

Agent63 - 5/27/2008 7:45:51 AMView My AgentSpace

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Not free. People who are employed and have medical/dental coverage still pay for it in some way or another. It's plans that the company offer to their workers that make it such a perk for working in Canada. Somehow the economy balances out because cars and other items cost so much.

henbmw - 5/26/2008 10:07:58 PM

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S5.

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xlr8 - 5/27/2008 6:16:22 AM

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haha yea and imagine the laughter when your bimmer gets somked by old pushrod technology and takes your bmw's ass at the track...who is this idiot.

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SHOWTIME - 5/26/2008 10:48:46 PMView My AgentSpace

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C63 over the S5 because of extra power. Otherwise I would've picked the S5.

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huu76 - 5/27/2008 1:12:22 AM

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Boxster because it's a real Porsche.
SLK because it's a hardtop that actually looks right with the top up.

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CLK63BlackSeries - 5/27/2008 2:08:16 AMView My AgentSpace

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Boxter is not a real Porsche, it's a BROKE Porsche, but the SLK comment is spot on.

Agent63 - 5/27/2008 7:47:56 AMView My AgentSpace

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The Boxster is like the Porsche's of the old days if you look back at their line up. However, the only non-Porsche CAR that i'll buy would be the Cayman S. I've test driven it. I like how it handles and feels on the road. Lots of feedback and quick too.

huu76 - 5/27/2008 1:16:17 AM

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And for us poorer folks, the Mustang GT convertible or a used Supra TT.

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Star - 5/27/2008 3:32:36 PM

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Right on. Both your car choices are trailer park approved.

BJS470 - 5/27/2008 2:07:28 AM

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preowned....
1. Viper
2. Vette
3. M3
4. S4

New....
1. G37
2. 335i

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xlr8 - 5/27/2008 6:18:11 AM

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corvette - sports
535i bmw - luxury

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Bmw8ter - 5/27/2008 8:23:09 AM

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A 2005 Porsche 997 C2S or C4S. Easily had, fully loaded, under $60k. A beautiful car that satisfies all needs, with the exception of luggage space....solution--->one night stands ONLY.

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lovecars11 - 5/27/2008 8:54:41 AM

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The C63 looks like a Hyundai with left over bits.

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Drillsgt833 - 5/27/2008 8:58:55 AM

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I would go with an Infiniti G37. Well under 60k and much more reliable then most.

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Star - 5/27/2008 3:28:49 PM

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Congratulations, you probably made the worst car choice under 60K.

Corsis - 5/27/2008 10:41:46 AM

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BMW Z4 M roadster

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sector - 5/27/2008 1:03:45 PM

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If you can get a "loaded" M3 for under $60k let me know. hell, if you get one with leather seats let me know...

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Star - 5/27/2008 3:26:11 PM

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Are you a poseur? Why would you need a performance car like the M3 to be loaded? Are you buying the car to impress your neighbours(with your choice of interior color)or to drive it?

JRobUSC - 5/27/2008 4:43:13 PM

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I think he said that because Agent001 stipulated you had to be able to get a loaded version of whatever you pick for under $60k.

I'd get a 335i/xi Coupe and slap the Dinan software on it. Second choice would be an S5. If I needed four doors I'd get a 535i, or see how loaded a $60k E550 is. Probably not very.

RiceSucks - 5/27/2008 1:10:34 PM

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1. M3
2. 335 vert
3. S5
4. Vette with Z51 package
5. Cayman
6. Challenger SRT8
7. Shelby GT500


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S4cabriofoxone - 5/27/2008 8:42:46 PMView My AgentSpace

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Only three of those cars can be had loaded for under $60K.

PerformanceGuy - 5/27/2008 1:16:21 PM

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I would have to go with the G37. Reasonable price and flat out awesome!

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