Does our humble little roadster ruin you for other cars?

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So far I have test driven:

S2000 x 2 : decent handling - not as good as mine though - just don't like the engine
968 x 2 : one ste, one pretty good but too 'baggy' and not precise enough
350Z - great engine, decent handling, not convinced on the looks, impractical boot - not quite there as a whole package
Mk3 MX5 : surprisingly good, reasonable poke, steering wheel too big though (easily rectified), not convinced on the looks

Will be testing a Boxster S and hopefully a 996 this weekend.

Problem is, every tiny little input into my 5 gives a response - it feels a part of me. I'm trying to find a car that gives me that feeling but with more grunt and refinement.

But it's just not happening at the moment

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I have cash burning a hole in my pocket, I'm just trying to find the right motor to splash it on!!

And don't worry, I'm not bothering private sellers

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Fruitcake said:

Supercharge the '5.

Believe me, I've considered it. And suspension. And a retrim. And Rota Cups. And... the list goes on

But... I do want something less 'raw' as a daily driver - it's a bit noisy for my daily 20 mile motorway plod of a commute. Plus, it's two and a half years of ownership now - getting itchy feet.

The challenge is finding the balance between raw and refinement. Not got there yet.

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maz8062 said:

E46 M3
968CS
993C2S

Edited by maz8062 on Saturday 13th December 09:28

Good calls.

E46: Must admit I spent a fair few hours looking at them last night - seems like a lot of car for very little money. Maybe 12-13 for a very good 03/04. Definitely food for thought.

968CS: I need air con, so would need a well sorted Sport or Coupe. I'm going to make a point of seeing an expensive 968 before the decision is made, as I'm not sure the 2 I've been in have been the best. Everyone can't be wrong about these cars.

993C2S: Too much dollar really, I'd need 25 minimum. Although I have been looking at C2 and Targas but as much as I love the exterior, the interior is a bit dated. Plus the car will have to live outside cos my bikes get the garage, I'm not sure I'd want to have to do that with a 993 - sacrilige!

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With the greatest of respect, can we move on folks