godwhomismike Posted July 30, 2007 Share Posted July 30, 2007 I would throw a new 2008 C63 into the mix aren't they like $100K? . Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BOXRPWR Posted July 30, 2007 Author Share Posted July 30, 2007 can't see myself tracking around in a Mercedes but I can envision doing it in the right BMW. would look pretty good in a new Vette too! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BOXRPWR Posted July 30, 2007 Author Share Posted July 30, 2007 just found a link to preview info on the 2008 Vette on a dealer's forum. two new color choices being introduced. pics taken at Chevrolet event: Crystal Red Metallic http://i15.photobucket.com/albums/a373/BOXRPWR/08VetteCrystalRedMetallic.jpg Jetstream Blue Metallic http://i15.photobucket.com/albums/a373/BOXRPWR/08VetteJetstreamBlueMetallic.jpg I'm diggin the Jetstream Blue. Looks a lot like WRC Blue! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SLegacy99 Posted July 30, 2007 Share Posted July 30, 2007 IF you are going to keep the car for awhile go M3. If you are just getting the car for a few years of fun, go the way of the CTS V. ....I can't believe I just said that. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
godwhomismike Posted July 30, 2007 Share Posted July 30, 2007 Jetstream Blue: http://www.corvetteblogger.com/images/content/052907_1.jpg Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Beanboy Posted July 30, 2007 Share Posted July 30, 2007 vettevettevettevette Cheaper to track, cheaper to repair when you kiss a tire wall, and more thrill for the $$$. -B http://www.standardshift.com Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mines Posted July 30, 2007 Share Posted July 30, 2007 lol, do wrc gold with gold wheels. (dont really do it, that would look horrible) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mwiener2 Posted July 30, 2007 Share Posted July 30, 2007 You can tell that dyno graph is from a manufacturer....it isn't scaled right at all. Makes it look like it's got tons more power than it really does. Sleezy salesmen..... My Mods List (Updated 8/22/17) 2005 Outback FMT Running on Electrons Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BOXRPWR Posted July 30, 2007 Author Share Posted July 30, 2007 me likey that color! more like BMW's special blue for the "M" Jetstream Blue: http://www.corvetteblogger.com/images/content/052907_1.jpg Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mwiener2 Posted July 30, 2007 Share Posted July 30, 2007 leave the plastic on to remind you of your subaru orange peel My Mods List (Updated 8/22/17) 2005 Outback FMT Running on Electrons Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bskey Posted July 30, 2007 Share Posted July 30, 2007 I'd have to test drive the 911 and the Vette to chose between them, but it would definitely come down to one of those two. ..... I may have to go test drive a couple of cars next weekend..... life in spin cycle..... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mines Posted July 30, 2007 Share Posted July 30, 2007 911 is quite a bit more expensive unless you buy used Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BOXRPWR Posted July 30, 2007 Author Share Posted July 30, 2007 hard to argue with lightweight.....and the Vette is as light as my Speed3 with over 150 more horsepower to boot! and that's just stock. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Barrok Posted July 30, 2007 Share Posted July 30, 2007 nope 63K Where the H did you get that price from? That would make it the cheapest AMG vehicle, under the SLK55 which has less horsepower than the C63 AMG and is much smaller. I think you are way wrong on that price quote. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SubLo Posted July 30, 2007 Share Posted July 30, 2007 I know it's out of your stated range, but... I'd love me some DB9, Vanquish S, or even the "regular" Vanquish. ________________________________________________ [URL="http://legacygt.com/forums/vbpicgallery.php?do=view&g=1980"]'05 BSM OBXT Row-your-own, W.I.P. :rolleyes:[/URL] [URL="http://legacygt.com/forums/vbpicgallery.php?do=view&g=1242"]'06 Shrek B # 64 - The car the wife loved to hate :( Sold...[/URL] Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pdw Posted July 30, 2007 Share Posted July 30, 2007 making more money now, and I'm thinking of upgrading from the Speed3 in early 2008. so many good choices to pick from its hard to "thin the herd." realistically, I should draw the line at a $50K price bogey. but I could probably stretch it up to $60K if I really had to here are some early contenders: 08 BMW 135 (M-edition, 300hp, 0-60 5.1 sec, 3400 lbs) best bang for bucks, est. MSRP $35k08 BMW M3 (new E92, >400hp, 0-60 4.8 sec., 3650 lbs.) base MSRP $59k (way more with options)08 Corvette Z51 (new 6.2L LS3, 430hp, 0-60 4.1 sec., 3200 lbs.) MSRP $49k08 Cadillac CTS-V (few details, supercharged V-8, 500hp) price TBDcomments/suggestions If I didn't own a house, I'd keep the MS3 and buy one. If I did own a house, I'd keep the MS3 and buy an 87-89 911 or possibly a BMW M Roadster. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Barrok Posted July 30, 2007 Share Posted July 30, 2007 http://www.caranddriver.com/carnews/13308/2008-mercedes-benz-c63-amg-official-photos-info.html and here http://www.motortrend.com/roadtests/sedans/112_0709_2008_mercedes_benz_c63_amg/driving_dynamics.html Did you think I was pulling it out of my butt? I will believe that when I see it C&D also said the Audi R8 would be 80k As for what car I would buy. Vette. Works at the track, works on the street, and works as a DD. It will also have a million tuners for it (at least I would suppose, seing as how popular they are). Plus, Vettes hold their value like no other. I do find your situation interesting. A year earlier you sold your LGT for 19k and some change for "financial" reasons, then you bought a 23k speed3, and now a year later, you are looking at a 50k car Man! How life changes in a year Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dr_sharp Posted July 30, 2007 Share Posted July 30, 2007 I'd be shocked if the 135 actually happened in the US. V8 M3 or Porsche CaymanS... MAYBE a new C6 after the increase in power. if you want a sedan do the 335. lol Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
urfsin Posted July 30, 2007 Share Posted July 30, 2007 Go for the Vette Kevin!!!! The Corvette name has a place in the sports car hall of fame. Now more than ever the vette is a world class sports car. It can run with the best of them. It has tons of power, it is light and if you get the mod bug again, you can get upwards of 500 WHP and beyond. It would be a monster on the track. I bet you would love it. Slide It Sideways Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RobE Posted July 30, 2007 Share Posted July 30, 2007 http://i15.photobucket.com/albums/a373/BOXRPWR/2008-corvette_dynoplot.jpg You think thats impressive Check this out.... http://i124.photobucket.com/albums/p29/rce2585/52fc2031.gif :lol::lol: http://newenglandsubarus.com/ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RobE Posted July 30, 2007 Share Posted July 30, 2007 And I would go with the Vette. http://newenglandsubarus.com/ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GTTuner Posted July 30, 2007 Share Posted July 30, 2007 Bang for the buck= Vette with the 6 speed auto. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bosco Posted July 30, 2007 Share Posted July 30, 2007 Bang for the buck= Vette with the 6 speed auto. plus it will cost less, better warranty, better milage, and outperform all the listed cars and most of the other so called dream cars. bosco Stay Stock Stay Happy Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
godwhomismike Posted July 30, 2007 Share Posted July 30, 2007 plus it will cost less, better warranty, better milage, and outperform all the listed cars and most of the other so called dream cars. bosco Plus you can keep it bone stock and have near-supercar performance. . Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bosco Posted July 30, 2007 Share Posted July 30, 2007 Plus you can keep it bone stock and have supercar performance. . fixed. bosco Stay Stock Stay Happy Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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