Your boss made a mistake and your bonus is only $50k! Which car/cars do you buy now?

Either a Sprint Blue Audi S5 or a Space Gray BMW 335xi coupe...

— S4cabriofoxone (View Profile)

Posted on 11/26/2007 10:02:05 PM | reply to this comment | Votes: 1   

this couldn't be any easier....

performance, looks, comfort, technology and a BLAST to drive:

335i

— enthusiastx11 (View Profile)

Posted on 11/26/2007 10:09:33 PM | reply to this comment | Votes: 3   

335i convertible would be nice

— AdmiralT20 (View Profile)

Posted on 11/26/2007 10:14:28 PM | reply to this comment | Votes: 1   

How about a nice clean classic car('69 camaro, '70 chevelle or foreign classic)let it appreciate while you drive it on weekends. Maybe the boss gets your next bonus right and get the RS,M, or AMG later

— kdanielshou (View Profile)

Posted on 11/26/2007 10:15:33 PM | reply to this comment | Votes: 1   

BMW 135i with all performance goodies, that still leaves money for a Procede upgrade

— 02chuck (View Profile)

Posted on 11/26/2007 10:17:39 PM | reply to this comment | Votes: 1   

$50k, so $100k before taxes...

Used E55 AMG I think. Maybe the 135i.

— Agent004 (View Profile)

Posted on 11/26/2007 10:25:02 PM | reply to this comment | Votes: 1   

Got to be the E46M3...No doubt about it.

— Silverstone (View Profile)

Posted on 11/26/2007 10:29:15 PM | reply to this comment | Votes: 2   

Expand your mind gentleman.
Previously driven 911...Porsche, there is no substitute!!!

— TauronB2G (View Profile)

Posted on 11/26/2007 10:29:15 PM | reply to this comment | Votes: 5   

My pick would be the Bmw 328xi Coupe because it is a great looking car and it has Bmw's X-Drive.
(All-Wheel Drive)It is a sports car that would do good in the snow.

— bmwfan1513 (View Profile)

Posted on 11/26/2007 10:29:41 PM | reply to this comment | Votes: 1   

there is no mistake!!! 100k bonus after tax = 50k

— rumnyc (View Profile)

Posted on 11/26/2007 10:36:27 PM | reply to this comment | Votes: 5   

Infiniti M

— delan (View Profile)

Posted on 11/26/2007 10:51:31 PM | reply to this comment | Votes: 2   

I would donate the $50,000 to charity and continue driving my Chevrolet Caprice Wagon with pride.

Or I might go out and buy a BMW X6 when available.

I will flip a coin :)

— EL34 (View Profile)

Posted on 11/26/2007 10:52:18 PM | reply to this comment | Votes: 0   

My list would include:

E46 M3 (used, of course)
Cayman S (again, used)
335i coupe (new)
Audi Q7 (not too many options)

Or keep the 50K, if that was an option...

— ThierryHenry14 (View Profile)

Posted on 11/26/2007 10:57:45 PM | reply to this comment | Votes: 4   

Easy...

LOTUS ELISE!

— DaHarder (View Profile)

Posted on 11/26/2007 11:15:45 PM | reply to this comment | Votes: 2   

A segway and a 335i

— henbmw (View Profile)

Posted on 11/26/2007 11:34:13 PM | reply to this comment | Votes: -1   

S5
335i
C63
6series

— xj13 (View Profile)

Posted on 11/26/2007 11:58:25 PM | reply to this comment | Votes: -1   

I will make a down payment for GT-R

— pchera01 (View Profile)

Posted on 11/27/2007 12:01:50 AM | reply to this comment | Votes: 2   

Exactly what I am doing.. 135i Cab.. with all the goodies. even iDrive and and USB....

Used... 1996/97 Porsche 911 Turbo (993 twin turbo)....

Alternative:

— jgf330xi (View Profile)

Posted on 11/27/2007 12:12:07 AM | reply to this comment | Votes: 2   

Boxster S or Cayman S, good deals this time of year.

— t_bone (View Profile)

Posted on 11/27/2007 12:25:07 AM | reply to this comment | Votes: 4   

I would get a new 335i, get that chip that would make it perform better and get an exhaust for it. Or get a used E46 or a 6 series if I can.

— M3owns (View Profile)

Posted on 11/27/2007 12:26:38 AM | reply to this comment | Votes: 0   

S5 was going to be my choice, but unfortunately you can't get a stripped S5 unless you ordered it that way and adding taxes/tags alone will get you over the $50K mark. Prob will get a 335i coupe; unoriginal choice I know but the second best coupe out there for this price range IMO.

— Rsport (View Profile)

Posted on 11/27/2007 12:28:49 AM | reply to this comment | Votes: 0   

I'm not sure why the question was phrased as a job/bonus hypotherical rather than a 50K decision.

Choice 1 - Blow the entire 50K on a 335i .

Choice 2 - Buy a Civic Si and keep the change for time when a better 50K car comes around .

It would be a hard pressed decision too .

— yrralis1 (View Profile)

Posted on 11/27/2007 12:44:18 AM | reply to this comment | Votes: 0   

I want Lexus IS-F, or Audi RS4 but the Audi RS4 cost like like 60k+. So I will have to go with a Lexus GS60 for my $50,000 bonus check.

Agent001, but if I win a Mega Millions Lottery Jackpot for $365,000,000. I will get Bugatti Veyron, Gallardo, V8 Vantage, F430, and Lexus LS600hl. Nissan GT-R, Lexus IS-F, Audi RS4, GT-B 599, Maserati GT coupe, BMW M6, MB CLS, Audi R8 and a Segg.

Can't a guy Dream Big? :-) he..he...he..ha..ha..

Lexus
ps. have a happy holiday everyone

— Lexus (View Profile)

Posted on 11/27/2007 12:50:04 AM | reply to this comment | Votes: 0   

correction: it Lexus GS460

LOL :)

— Lexus (View Profile)

Posted on 11/27/2007 12:52:46 AM | reply to this comment | Votes: -1   

What country is this? After uncle's take, a $50k bonus will be less than $30k.

— nyoneway (View Profile)

Posted on 11/27/2007 1:47:29 AM | reply to this comment | Votes: 3   

Only $50K? Hmm... Well, firstly, I will say ... this boss is a bit of a jackass (who made this nutcase a boss, anyway?)

Secondly, as far as the cars go ...
1. Mazda CX-7/Toyota Rav4/Hyundai Santa Fe SE or similar
2. 2008 Honda Accord EX V6

This should be manageable in the 50K and I have to say, these are sensible cars for the family.

— porsche911 (View Profile)

Posted on 11/27/2007 1:56:15 AM | reply to this comment | Votes: 1   

A nicely loaded C350 Sport and pocket the change.

— Mercedes (View Profile)

Posted on 11/27/2007 3:37:33 AM | reply to this comment | Votes: 6   

1.LEXUS ISF

— LE34 (View Profile)

Posted on 11/27/2007 4:18:47 AM | reply to this comment | Votes: -6   

Honda Accord and Honda CRV. Nice two new cars.

JUGNU

— JUGNU (View Profile)

Posted on 11/27/2007 4:51:36 AM | reply to this comment | Votes: -3   

Ariel Atom - not practical but all smiles from what I've read. Plus since this is gravy, I presume I get to keep the cars I already have, right? (I.e. doesn't have to be daily driver)

— ATrain (View Profile)

Posted on 11/27/2007 4:51:54 AM | reply to this comment | Votes: 2   

S5 or 335ci. I am not a major fan of german cars, but these two are a hott duo.

— no1listensanyway (View Profile)

Posted on 11/27/2007 5:01:20 AM | reply to this comment | Votes: 3   

S5 or 335ci. I am not a major fan of german cars, but these two are a hott duo.

— no1listensanyway (View Profile)

Posted on 11/27/2007 5:01:21 AM | reply to this comment | Votes: 2   

Since i don't live in US, and in here a S5 costs 140K and a 335 goes for 115K i wil go for what i can with 50K and that would be a 123D Coupe, nice car, nice performance and good economy!!!

— Ventura (View Profile)

Posted on 11/27/2007 6:00:30 AM | reply to this comment | Votes: 1   

I already purchased a fully loaded Accord Coupe, so for my 50 K Bonus it will definitively be a Chevy Corvette Coupe nice big bang for the money, and would have spare change to pay for the insurance too, or mods.

— Johnel (View Profile)

Posted on 11/27/2007 7:26:28 AM | reply to this comment | Votes: 1   

STFU

— njshift (View Profile)

Posted on 12/26/2007 10:26:46 AM | reply to this comment | Votes: 1   

Infiniti G37

— kavione (View Profile)

Posted on 11/27/2007 8:40:10 AM | reply to this comment | Votes: 5   

too funny.
cruising with grandma?

— enthusiastx11 (View Profile)

Posted on 11/27/2007 11:41:17 AM | reply to this comment | Votes: 1   

The upcoming audi s4 twin turbo. This car will surpass the bmw 335, easily.

— seevemonka (View Profile)

Posted on 11/27/2007 9:20:07 AM | reply to this comment | Votes: 1   

Ooops!

Too late Boss, I already blew to whole thing!

But if I had to choose at $50K it might be a Boxster, not bad bang for the buck there.

— Agent009 (View Profile)

Posted on 11/27/2007 10:09:16 AM | reply to this comment | Votes: 5   

S2000....Never have I owned a convertible and it is the best bang for the buck!

— Hwany (View Profile)

Posted on 11/27/2007 10:18:41 AM | reply to this comment | Votes: 4   

I'd tell this guy to F off cause I don't even make 50k a year and he gets a 50k raise. Probably some exec. on a board who voted to give himself a raise.

So I will not be deciding what car he should get cause I would probably vomit on it after hearing about his only 50k raise that was gonna be 100k. Puh-leez

— Whelan (View Profile)

Posted on 11/27/2007 10:31:37 AM | reply to this comment | Votes: -1   

A 1966 Lincoln Continental Convertible w/ suicide doors.

— Bmw8ter (View Profile)

Posted on 11/27/2007 10:42:11 AM | reply to this comment | Votes: 0   

for christ sake it's a game.
go with $50,000 net.

— enthusiastx11 (View Profile)

Posted on 11/27/2007 11:41:57 AM | reply to this comment | Votes: 4   

you must be an accountant. GS is a great car for you.

— enthusiastx11 (View Profile)

Posted on 11/27/2007 11:42:47 AM | reply to this comment | Votes: 6   

Not this one. That was made clear. Assume this is after taxes.

But I already know... you'd buy a GS350, because you're just THAT interesting.

— S4cabriofoxone (View Profile)

Posted on 11/29/2007 4:57:50 PM | reply to this comment | Votes: 2   

Mutual Fund

— Whelan (View Profile)

Posted on 11/27/2007 11:20:34 AM | reply to this comment | Votes: -2   

I will have half a Jaguar XF then, probably still better than anythig else!

— Jag_xfr (View Profile)

Posted on 11/27/2007 11:23:51 AM | reply to this comment | Votes: -3   

335xi with the sport package.

— golfer38 (View Profile)

Posted on 11/27/2007 11:34:10 AM | reply to this comment | Votes: 1   

I'd put a cap in my bosses ass for making such a huge mistake.

— autopro (View Profile)

Posted on 11/27/2007 11:46:42 AM | reply to this comment | Votes: 2   

It would depend on the deals going on.If it's a foreign make then it would be a Boxster or Cayman.If there were real deals on the S versions I would go for that. If American a base Chevy Corvette is not bad.I'd have to forgo the leather package though to keep it under 50 grand but I would go for the sport exaust option.If I wanted awd I would splurg for an Audi S5 and pay the few dollars over 50 K.

— mini22 (View Profile)

Posted on 11/27/2007 11:57:03 AM | reply to this comment | Votes: 3   

S4!!!!!!!!!!

— 1uberaudi (View Profile)

Posted on 11/27/2007 12:05:17 PM | reply to this comment | Votes: 1   

BMW 335i sedan, manual tranny, White with Terra interior/Aluminum trim, all the toys...$48k. Then I'd chip it.

Need the extra space/utility of the sedan now that I can't have a truck too.

001

— Agent001 (View Profile)

Posted on 11/27/2007 12:15:13 PM | reply to this comment | Votes: 1   

Because everyone and their mother will be driving a 335i, and I have a close friend with a G35, I'd take either a fully loaded IS350 or C350. Although you cant go wrong with any of them.

— M35MT (View Profile)

Posted on 11/27/2007 12:21:12 PM | reply to this comment | Votes: 3   

g37, 335i, or s5(all 6speed btw)

— KZ258 (View Profile)

Posted on 11/27/2007 12:29:40 PM | reply to this comment | Votes: 3   

BMW M Roadster;
Premium pkg
Heated seats
H/D Radio

Sticker Price $56,575.00
Rebate -7,500.00
Total $49,705.00

THE DEAL OF THE DAY!

— theoptimisticpessimist (View Profile)

Posted on 11/27/2007 12:57:36 PM | reply to this comment | Votes: 2   

CAR: 1997 Toyota Corolla SE 5-speed.

BALANCE: trip to Bangkok, trip to Rio de Janeiro, trip to Cape Town, trip to Adelaide, trip to Amsterdam, trip to Jamaica and trip to Mikonos.

— cRacKhEaDaLLeY (View Profile)

Posted on 11/27/2007 1:22:26 PM | reply to this comment | Votes: -2   

2007 used Toyota 4-Runner & a 2007 used Toyota Camry SE V6. puts me just around 45k, so now i can still get plates for them.

— GodfatherSHM (View Profile)

Posted on 11/27/2007 2:32:54 PM | reply to this comment | Votes: 1   

I would get a 335i. It's a really nice car and it's worth it.

— Carboy (View Profile)

Posted on 11/27/2007 3:45:05 PM | reply to this comment | Votes: 0   

A 2008 Jetstream Blue Corvette w/the new LS3 V8, 2.73 rear axle, performance handling pkg & dual-mode exhaust. Puts the price right around $50k. For what this car offers- I can live w/a so-so interior.

— ElSparquito (View Profile)

Posted on 11/27/2007 4:02:12 PM | reply to this comment | Votes: 3   

Again a MB or Lexus of my wife's choosing then if anything leftover will trade our 3 series and GMC Yukon for a new Chevy pickup, model depending on total dollars remaining.

— rocker (View Profile)

Posted on 11/27/2007 4:32:41 PM | reply to this comment | Votes: 2   

Ummmm...50000 dollars...hmmmm. Not much here.

3 year old 330 convertible it is then...

— Rupert (View Profile)

Posted on 11/27/2007 4:58:04 PM | reply to this comment | Votes: 0   

I say a Saturn Outlook for the family hauler and a Aura for me. I'm pretty sure if I walked into a Saturn dealership with a $50K check they'll let me and my wife drive off with both.

— PlanB (View Profile)

Posted on 11/27/2007 5:01:56 PM | reply to this comment | Votes: 1   

A brand new red Honda S2000.

— Lem1972 (View Profile)

Posted on 11/27/2007 6:31:55 PM | reply to this comment | Votes: 3   

lexus ls430 the best car in the world and pocket the change

note not the ls460

— raschitakochangwenya (View Profile)

Posted on 11/28/2007 1:30:22 AM | reply to this comment | Votes: -1   

Lotus Elise no question... unless I could get a Vette, but I think that would put me over. Either would make me a extremely happy daily driver.

— FerrarisR4me (View Profile)

Posted on 11/28/2007 12:47:10 PM | reply to this comment | Votes: 1   

E46M3!

— Hantra (View Profile)

Posted on 11/28/2007 4:54:46 PM | reply to this comment | Votes: 2   

subaru Legacy spec b.

— Htay7500 (View Profile)

Posted on 11/28/2007 7:49:45 PM | reply to this comment | Votes: -1   

i want fun for just me. CORVETTE!!!!!!!!!

— johnklik (View Profile)

Posted on 11/28/2007 9:00:54 PM | reply to this comment | Votes: 1   

Big Body GS 350 and then throw some 22"s on it.

— StickShiftCamry (View Profile)

Posted on 11/28/2007 10:17:39 PM | reply to this comment | Votes: 0   

I will get the Jaguar XF. If it is not under 50 grand, then I'll take an Infiniti G37.

— farabira1 (View Profile)

Posted on 11/29/2007 4:28:41 AM | reply to this comment | Votes: 1   

Chrysler K-car, Ford Escort, Chevy Chevette!

— montyz81 (View Profile)

Posted on 11/29/2007 11:58:31 AM | reply to this comment | Votes: 1   

I'd get like an '87 mustang GT, such a good year for that car!! haha

— MBKing (View Profile)

Posted on 11/29/2007 3:10:08 PM | reply to this comment | Votes: 1   

In either case I would want a CTS, DI and AWD.
Or wait for the coupe.

— orvillecox (View Profile)

Posted on 11/29/2007 4:34:15 PM | reply to this comment | Votes: 1   

A low mileage 2004-5 Carrera S

— TybeeZ4 (View Profile)

Posted on 11/29/2007 8:24:56 PM | reply to this comment | Votes: 1   

subaru SVX
used 70s lotus
smart brabus convertible tricked out with NOS!

— saintdiablosaint (View Profile)

Posted on 12/1/2007 3:05:12 PM | reply to this comment | Votes: 1