Another what new car would you buy thread!

[nightSpirit]

So yesterday I assaulted a cold and wet Brands Hatch in my A220 CDI (no laughing). It was too wet to take the Lotus and I had the thought that it could be fun to see how a stock modern hatch faired against more focused metal.

Long story short, the little Merc did a sterling job which got me thinking...

I'm moving closer to home with work and fuel price is at its lowest for a long time, so should I reduce the fleet by one and get a new car that wears both hats and if so, what would I get?

Budget is around 45k (that's the cost of the A45 specced as I'd want it) and the car must be useable on road, track, nursery duty. Preferably with auto/paddles (it's the future) and with that special something.

What say you all?

[nightSpirit]

Yeah, I guess I'm looking for alternatives to the A45. Has to be new as I've just had my fill of used motors!

[nightSpirit]

Surely it's more than that Cloudie Skies? Have you driven one on road and track? They're not cheap I'll give you that!

[nightSpirit]

smashy said:

Guess you want a new car so you cut down on grief so this probably wouldnt float your boat but how about a new M235i they look great IMHO in the flesh then take it up to Rossiters for 10k of A C schnitzer treatment suspension is better than BMWs in every way ( ive got it)

plus 52bhp extra ,exhausts etc etc etc

http://www.rssportscars.com/cars/2014-bmw-m235i-co... Nice sound on the Vid

Edited by smashy on Saturday 31st January 17:27

I do like the look of that, thanks for sharing. I know (and was an advocate of) buying used means you get a lot more for your money etc etc but I'm kind of fed up now with used cars as I just can't leave them alone...I have to fiddle and the more I do, the more I'm unhappy with any work that's been done before my ownership which ends up spoiling the experience for me.

Anyone on here (reading this ofcourse) who has an A45? I take it you have the 235i?

[nightSpirit]

Yeah I love the CSL (and 1M) but I'd really prefer new now. I have a series 2 Exige S at the moment aswell as my A220 CDI. The Lotus is an awesome car and is actually quite useable but it couldn't be my only car due to children.

I've always had a sensible daily car (new) and a bonkers weekend special (used) and could in theory continue down that road I suppose but it just doesn't seem to be working for me these days!

[nightSpirit]

I dont think an S audi is special though (personal preference). Great cars though! I think the a45 gets my vote still.

[nightSpirit]

I'd be up for a gtr but I'd want new which puts it well outside my range! Unless a used car can be bought with a useful warranty and servicing included.