What car after r35 gtr
Discussion
BeillyNoy said:
I agree. 14 and 12 year olds fit. Just. I wouldn’t countenance for a long journey, but under an hour is fine. Key measure is whether their legs are long enough for feet to fit under the front seats as opposed to toddlers whose feet stick out straight into the seat back.
Driver and front passenger 6ft and 5’9”, so not artificially inflating rear legroom.
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Yep I think you are right. It can work with kids. Driver and front passenger 6ft and 5’9”, so not artificially inflating rear legroom.
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Lostprophet said:
Whats the MY17 like on the motorway? Is she a noisey uncomfortable car? I'm leaning toward buying it however a have a few niggles which make me a bit indecisive.
The main issue is the seats are too deep for kids. Their legs struggle to get over the edge of the seat. I'd say a car seat may help somewhat. Maybe start by defining anything you didn’t like about the GTR and fill those gaps, if you loved everything about it then look at total opposites, when I had mine I had odd cravings like Cayman Rs or supercharged VXRs, I never really HAD to have similar performance, I always wanted “different”
But I never loved mine so it may be different!
But I never loved mine so it may be different!
EmilA said:
The rear seats in a GTR are pointless IMO, I only had people in the back of my car maybe 5 times over the 18 months of ownership.
Back on topic, many people end up in an R8 V10 or into an RS6 after the GTR. Those with deeper pockets have ended up in a Huracan or a 720S with a mix of GT3's thrown in too for good measure.
Personally, I need something bigger to use for the family, still got an older model GTR for kicks and in the next 6/8 months will end up in either a Macan/RRS or an M5/RS6. The cars are worlds apart, but it needs to be something that is big enough for the family and have a boot full of stuff
A bump to my post, I went from an R35 GTR to a C7 RS6. And I should clarify the seats can be used but there are better options out there. I sit quite far back for a short person, leaving a small amount of legroom in the backBack on topic, many people end up in an R8 V10 or into an RS6 after the GTR. Those with deeper pockets have ended up in a Huracan or a 720S with a mix of GT3's thrown in too for good measure.
Personally, I need something bigger to use for the family, still got an older model GTR for kicks and in the next 6/8 months will end up in either a Macan/RRS or an M5/RS6. The cars are worlds apart, but it needs to be something that is big enough for the family and have a boot full of stuff
EmilA said:
A bump to my post, I went from an R35 GTR to a C7 RS6. And I should clarify the seats can be used but there are better options out there. I sit quite far back for a short person, leaving a small amount of legroom in the back
How is the RS6 treating you? Do you miss the GTR? What made you go for the RS6?I would try and be objective about your reasons for owning the GT-R in the first place and your reasons for contemplating a change. We had a very early one, and I admired it, but I never came to really like it, and it was sold with no regrets fairly quickly. I wouldn't have another. Very subjective. The things that stand out in my car history are the Lexus IS-F, both Audi R8s, and my old Mitsubishi Evo 8, which has seen off all comers over the past 16 years, and still resides in my garage, despite the image and relative lack of performance compared to the cars mentioned above. I also have a 987 Boxster S and a Mk1 MR2, both of which I like very much, but neither of which would survive a cull if two cars had to go.
Sometimes it doesn't have to cost a fortune to buy and run to be the thing that suits your needs best.
Sometimes it doesn't have to cost a fortune to buy and run to be the thing that suits your needs best.
My reasons for liking it are entirely subjective. However, logically and objectively, it has limited useability. They are not good on B-roads almost impossible to park in underground car parks without damage and with 550bhp can be frustrating to drive when traffic is creeping along at 47mph in a 60 with no opportunity to overtake. That's why most of my car's miles have been in Europe. Excellent track car I would imagine.
It’s 5 years since I sold my GTR with a couple of V8 F-Types in between. I have recently purchased a new M5 Competition (F90). Have to say it’s the nearest thing I have driven with performance/handling similar to the GTR but with 4 doors and executive comfort (and kit) when required.
Madbonkers said:
I went from an R35 into an Alfa Giulia Quad. I’ve had it for 2 years now and still living it.
Lost the street cred with the kids but it’s the closest I’m going to get to a Ferrari.
Yep, I did the same when my little 'un arrived, love it. Tried an RS6, fast undoubtedly but just didn't do it for me. Also tried an M5 and E63 too, both OK but as soon I had the Alfa test drive, I was sold. Lost the street cred with the kids but it’s the closest I’m going to get to a Ferrari.
Heaveho said:
I would try and be objective about your reasons for owning the GT-R in the first place and your reasons for contemplating a change. We had a very early one, and I admired it, but I never came to really like it, and it was sold with no regrets fairly quickly. I wouldn't have another. Very subjective. The things that stand out in my car history are the Lexus IS-F, both Audi R8s, and my old Mitsubishi Evo 8, which has seen off all comers over the past 16 years, and still resides in my garage, despite the image and relative lack of performance compared to the cars mentioned above. I also have a 987 Boxster S and a Mk1 MR2, both of which I like very much, but neither of which would survive a cull if two cars had to go.
Sometimes it doesn't have to cost a fortune to buy and run to be the thing that suits your needs best.
Good on you for keeping the Evo tucked up still. Very hard car to replace, for the money at least! Sometimes it doesn't have to cost a fortune to buy and run to be the thing that suits your needs best.
Cimaguy said:
How is the RS6 treating you? Do you miss the GTR? What made you go for the RS6?
I've only just seen this response now. The RS6 did not last long, only drove it for 6 weeks, then it spent a few weeks with Audi Birmingham before my rejection by the supplying dealer was accepted.This car had a few issues so it went back to them since they were not prepared to pay Audi Birmingham the costs to fix it. But I loved the RS6. It's taken the crown from my E60 M5 as I use to regard that car as the best all rounder that I owned.
It was silly fast, I liked the noises, used the space well and did a few long journeys in it as well spending 8 to 10 hours in the car at any one time.
I do miss the GTR but as I have a two year old, a coupe simply wasn't an option anymore and I don't think it will be for some time. I needed plenty of boot space, comfortable interior, and something fun. It doesn't handle as good as the GTR but for what it is, it handles quite well. The only downside for me was the fuel economy, I knew it wouldn't be great but this made the GTR seem economical, and it cost over 100 euros to fill and I would get 250 miles at a push
Edited by EmilA on Monday 6th May 13:58
Evolved said:
Good on you for keeping the Evo tucked up still. Very hard car to replace, for the money at least!
Cheers. Daft as it sounds to many people, I've come to regard it as absolutely irreplaceable. As you say, it's not worth a lot in real terms, so doubly difficult to replicate. Not much out there for 11-12k as capable or reliable as one of them.Gassing Station | Japanese Chat | Top of Page | What's New | My Stuff