What to buy after a miata
Discussion
On the first note – I’m not from UK, so unfortunately I can’t buy sth like an elise for good money and prices differ, so the following cars are the ones within (and slightly over) my budget. I had a NA miata with coils, sways, brakes and LSD and I enjoyed the heck out with it. It’s gone now and I’m thinking what to buy next. I’m gonna go to a trackday for sure, but not as much as I did with a miata. I sold it because I wanted more power and to try a different driving experience.
I’ve seen s2000 – but it’s too small inside (I’m 6’4 and 250lbs), headroom was fine but when I closed the door my leg was jammed between a steering wheel and a door panel + from what I hear it’s not too good for some sideways action, which for me currently is the most fun thing to do with a car.
I’ve seen Boxster S 986 and I wanted to buy it but the owner sold the car despite reassuring me that he’ll notify me If anyone comes to see it. I loved the dynamics of the chassis and the engine sound. Now some time has passed and I have some concerns regarding the repair bills and in my area people would talk that I’m a young guy driving a Porsche, which would be annoying for me.
As of today, on Friday I’m going to mechanic with the 135i e82 2011 MT, it’s n55 with MHD tune, IC, DP and stiffer shocks. It’s the fastest car by far and it seems to be in very good condition, but that will be checked on Friday. I’d probably thrown in m3 control arms and maybe LSD if I decided to spend that extra $. Even with the open diff with that much power it’ll have no problem drifting and it’ll be huge fun to do pulls and to go on a trip somewhere with my gf. All that said I’m wondering if it’s sporty enough to satisfy the petrolhead in me.
Other cars include 350z, 130i e87, toybaru.
I’ve never driven any of the last 3 cars. In my country 350z is similar money to 135i, but the interior makes me wanna vomit and it’s almost 10 years older than e82 so more parts will need changing, plus it’s very thirsty. On the other hand it has sweet sound and LSD.
130i is just a classic BMW NA inline 6, MT it would probably be more reliable than 135i and I could use more of its power more of a time, but on the other hand I’m thinking that after some time I’d be thinking about that 135i.
GT86/BRZ it has superb handling, lsd, it’s relatively fresh, but I feel like it would be very similar driving experience to a miata, so I might get bored quickly.
Maybe some of you will help me realise what I really want or maybe some of you where in similar position, either way feel free to speak your mind.
Cheers
I’ve seen s2000 – but it’s too small inside (I’m 6’4 and 250lbs), headroom was fine but when I closed the door my leg was jammed between a steering wheel and a door panel + from what I hear it’s not too good for some sideways action, which for me currently is the most fun thing to do with a car.
I’ve seen Boxster S 986 and I wanted to buy it but the owner sold the car despite reassuring me that he’ll notify me If anyone comes to see it. I loved the dynamics of the chassis and the engine sound. Now some time has passed and I have some concerns regarding the repair bills and in my area people would talk that I’m a young guy driving a Porsche, which would be annoying for me.
As of today, on Friday I’m going to mechanic with the 135i e82 2011 MT, it’s n55 with MHD tune, IC, DP and stiffer shocks. It’s the fastest car by far and it seems to be in very good condition, but that will be checked on Friday. I’d probably thrown in m3 control arms and maybe LSD if I decided to spend that extra $. Even with the open diff with that much power it’ll have no problem drifting and it’ll be huge fun to do pulls and to go on a trip somewhere with my gf. All that said I’m wondering if it’s sporty enough to satisfy the petrolhead in me.
Other cars include 350z, 130i e87, toybaru.
I’ve never driven any of the last 3 cars. In my country 350z is similar money to 135i, but the interior makes me wanna vomit and it’s almost 10 years older than e82 so more parts will need changing, plus it’s very thirsty. On the other hand it has sweet sound and LSD.
130i is just a classic BMW NA inline 6, MT it would probably be more reliable than 135i and I could use more of its power more of a time, but on the other hand I’m thinking that after some time I’d be thinking about that 135i.
GT86/BRZ it has superb handling, lsd, it’s relatively fresh, but I feel like it would be very similar driving experience to a miata, so I might get bored quickly.
Maybe some of you will help me realise what I really want or maybe some of you where in similar position, either way feel free to speak your mind.
Cheers
Ucios said:
Fast road and occassional track, like 2-3 times a year. I was thinking about a z4, I must take one for a spin.
That's the same use case as me.I don't know where you are, but in the UK z4's are great value for money considering the power you get, the good looks and the fact its a good every day car too.
the 135i is a good option.
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