Car situation - Currently in an E46 M3 and MK3Focus ST

[HannsG]

Had the M3 for three years now and it's been great, but it's age is starting to show and I don't think I can justify the cost of maintaining it with a young family in tow.

We run a Focus ST estate for family duties and its a seriously capable machine.

I think as I get older I'm realizing I want a fast car with some luxury and some Practicality. The Focus ST hit this mark.

But when I get rid of the M3 I'm thinking about going for a TTS or TTRS.

I barely drive as it is but hopefuly a TT would not be a bad motor with a bit of a engine tune?

The TTS seems great VFM at the moment. I am not a hairdresser lol.

Any opinions on the TTS or TTRS on here?

I am well aware the M3 will be one of the best cars I have ever owned.

EDIT: New car must accommodate 2 kids on back

Thanks

Edited by HannsG on Sunday 23 October 19:41

[benjijames28]

Keep the m3, or swap it for my Audi a3 lol.

[SidewaysSi]

If you want a comfortable sports 2 seater, surely a Cayman should be top of the list?

[ZX10R NIN]

The TT RS is a cracking car especially that engine, no it's not a Cayman but if you want one of those buy a Cayman test drive them & then make up your mind.

[HannsG]

Apologies. The car must at least be a 2+2 so Caymen is out of the question.

And its only kids in back.

[veevee]

Don't think a TT is suitable in the back for anything other than very very very occasional journeys, even for kids, unless both people in the front are five foot nothing.

How about an M135i?

[BigLion]

Buy an E92 M3.with DCT - great cars and that v8 is a beauty!

[RikJonAtk]

Sell them both and buy an e60 M5 Saloon / Estate!

[cerb4.5lee]

Had a TTS and they're an effortlessly quick car but I think after the M3 you may find it a fair bit less engaging, although their weight and size make them feel nice and nimble though.

I ran a E92 M3 and the TTS at the same time for a while and I actually preferred the TTS as a daily because the M3 only really worked best at really high revs.

[Moominho]

RikJonAtk said:

Sell them both and buy an e60 M5 Saloon / Estate!

I'd agree with this!