1M v Cayman R v Golf R400 v Megane 275

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I'm thinking ahead to my next car. I've been lucky to get a new rotational job meaning no more rush hour commute and therefore fuel economy isn't so much of a worry I really love my little 500 Abarth Esseesse and not bored of it at all, but planning to change it probably 2016 as I will have had it 6 years from new. The 4 cars in the title are on the shortlist and have their different pro's and con's.

1M: Possibly joint best looking with the R400, fabulous noise, future classic
Cayman R: Proper drivers car, has the prestige
Golf R400: The ultimate all rounder with insane performance
275: The underdog, possibly the purists choice

Concerns with the 1M would be being able to afford 40k to buy one - are values going to continue to increase?

The Cayman R is kind of similar - will it end up with similar residuals as the 1M?

The R400 big con is - it isn't released yet. I wouldn't risk putting a deposit on one in case it is fast in a straight line but a disappointment to drive, but given the quality of the current R can it really be that bad? Also I'm assuming it will start at 40k which will become 45k with options, and will have good residuals?

Finally the 275 is probably the most realistic choice for me, 30k with options new so could pick up a 2nd hand one in 2016 for 24 - 26k? What I don't like about it is the facelift isn't as pretty as the 250/265 and the cabin is pretty uninspiring with the exception of the recaros. I'm swaying towards it the most though due to the rave reviews.

4 cars with some similarities and some differences, what would your pick be?

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Good point Welshbeef bringing up miles - I forgot to mention I would probably do no more than 4k miles a year

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Thanks for all the opinions. I kind of do agree on the principal the Porsche has been designed as an out and out sports car and the others originate from more mundane origins. Head says Cayman, Heart says 1M, Realist says Megane 275 I could go for the Megane, keep it 2 years and THEN buy a Cayman R

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Just read the latest PH feature on the 1M, never knew you could get one this "cheap": http://www.pistonheads.com/classifieds/used-cars/b...

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There's probably less sold of the 250's/265's combined!

I see myself swaying towards the Megane in the short term as it's the most realistic for me to purchase. Noticed there are still some offers on 0% APR and 4 year service / warranty which is pretty good. Can't be long now before this shape is discontinued, maybe end of next year? Could be an opportunity for a discount

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I'll see if I can locate a 275 to test. A couple of years ago I booked to test drive the 265 in Glasgow but they wouldn't let me because of points on my licence

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Nothing announced yet but definitely not just an Autocar scoop. Nice video of the concept car here: http://youtu.be/knkdpgZOKAQ

Thinking of ordering a 275 Trophy in the following spec:

Glacier White
Speedlines
Ohlins
Folding Mirrors
Rear Camera
Sunroof

I initially thought of Liquid Yellow and sacrifice the Ohlins but swapped this round after reading up more on the car. The Yellow is my favourite but the White works better with the stripes and wheels imo.

How much am I likely to get down to from £32,890.00? £30k or would that be a pipe dream?

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That's kind of my thought. If I could get that spec under 31k it would be a bit more acceptable. It's the Ohlins that bump it up at 2k

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The 0% APR is what does it for me. Can't seem to see any brokers that sell the 275 Trophy

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Well decision made, tomorrow morning I will be putting down a deposit on a new 275 Trophy after 4 weeks of hunting for a best deal. Decided on following spec:

Liquid Yellow
19" Speedlines
Ohlins Dampers
Panoramic Sunroof
Electric Foldable Mirrors

Delivery should be mid-end of April, excited!