What 50th car? Big motor, auto, 4 seats (£5-6k budget)

[ZX10R NIN]

mattman said:

Tuvra said:

C70R said:

And also the fact that they cost almost double the budget for a decent example. Perhaps this is the only thread where "E46 M3" isn't the right answer?

To be honest, are you going to get top examples of ANY of the cars mentioned here for £6k?

I concede, the image may not be perfect with the M3, however, it looks better than an Audi A4 that gets a mention in the OP. As for the M3 SMG being "iffy", I'd rather run an SMG M3 over an L322 or a Mercedes that fizzes in the rain

I did think about mentioning a Lexus of some sort, but as you say, they do lack a certain fizz. How do you feel about S-Type's? The R would be a pretty good option if you don't mind the looks.

Another few off the top of my head:-

• Chrysler 300c 5.7
• Mercedes C32 AMG
• Mercedes S55 AMG
• Audi A/S6 4.2
• Saab HOT Aero / T5 Volvo of some sort and a whole lot of cash left in the bank?

Doesn't need to be a top example, as long it runs for longer than it spends in a garage that would be a plus!

Wife won't entertain a jag as its for "old men" although i am drawn to the 308 as stunning VFM

I love the look of the 300C was hoping the SRT would have dropped more significantly in price than it has, but its on the list I think but i need to check the interior is not made of playdough

is the E31 840 idea a complete non-starter? I can get an early (94-95) 840 CI for 6 ish - or am i opening myself up to a wallet raping?

What about an E/CLS500

[2gins]

I'm also a TT refugee. .. I read your op and immediately thought Audi S8, late 90s / early 00s ... I don't know the chassis code but around Ronin era. In budget, auto, V8s, power. ..

[johnxjsc1985]

I have an 99 xkr with 60k 1 previous owner. Its a summer car the back seats are for amputee's only.
The XJR would be an awesome choice.

[C70R]

Tuvra said:

To be honest, are you going to get top examples of ANY of the cars mentioned here for £6k?

Some, absolutely. The M3, I'm not even sure you'll get anything at £6k.

XKRs are a waste of time at this price, but the XK8 is a quick enough motor in its own right if you're not obsessed by speed. On the other hand, the XJR is a very real prospect at £6k, and warp-speed fast compared to the alternatives.

[Tuvra]

C70R said:

Some, absolutely. The M3, I'm not even sure you'll get anything at £6k.

XKRs are a waste of time at this price, but the XK8 is a quick enough motor in its own right if you're not obsessed by speed. On the other hand, the XJR is a very real prospect at £6k, and warp-speed fast compared to the alternatives.

There are a few E46 M3's floating about sub £6k.

I can't find a 388bhp version of the CLS in budget, more like £9k. At £6k this would "win" the thread.....

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I had a CLS 500. They are not all that, just ok. However the Jags are cool and better looking. Probably better built as well.

[daveofedinburgh]

ferrariF50lover said:

That's an XK.

Oops.

• holds hands up*

Still, I stand by my suggestion of an X100 XK

[D4MJT]

mattman said:

So currently running a TT 225 Coupe and while its fun, it really is a little on the small side with 2x growing teenagers. Its mainly a station car but needs to be available for occasional family use when the family car is busy.

Annual mileage is 6-8k so running costs not really an issue - would rather avoid the 490 VED though if i can.

This will be my 50th car so looking for something a little bit special - i've had everything from a talbot samba to a RR Evoque and lots of good and bad stuff in between - ideally looking for a bigger engine (v8 would be nice but north of 200bhp preferable), automatic IS A MUST, at least 4 seats - coupe, saloon or convertible, not fussy on age or mileage as long as condition is right - budget around £5-6K. Don't really want anything too modded, don't want a 2x seater and something else, just the 1x car please!

currently thinking along the lines of:
E31 BMW 840
Audi A4 Cabriolet 3.0
BMW 645 Coupe
Mercedes CLK 320+
Mercedes E500

What other gems have a missed?

What about an E65 7 series? You'll get a big V8 petrol for your budget. They're not sporty so forget it if that's the bag, but if you want a wafty saloon to carry 4 adults in complete comfort, I honestly can't think of anything better.

I'm biased as I have one currently, but I've had Range Rover's, Jag's etc previously and none of them hold a candle to the 7 I've got now, it's a very special bit of kit.