User Panel
User Panel
User Panel
|
Posted: 3/22/2023 11:02:35 PM EDT
[#1]
Quote HistoryIn that price range this is the answer. Loved mine, and if you like attention it turns heads. Exhaust in sport mode sounds heavenlywith some nice pops on decel. Very neutral handling, no surprises when pushing it around corners. You will not be disappointed if you're not a tall or fat guy. I'm 5ft 9 and it felt little cramped at first. The bolsters are nice but I don't have love handles. |
|
|
|
Posted: 3/22/2023 11:03:55 PM EDT
[#2]
If OP is looking to pull tail either a Porsche or Mercedes.
|
|
|
|
Posted: 3/22/2023 11:04:07 PM EDT
[#3]
Quoted: Day dreaming a little. I am 46 and a year out from a bad divorce and thinking of finally doing something for me. I have found Corvettes that are a few years old, 7-8 year old Porsche, newer Supra, Maserati few years old, and some slightly used BMWs. What suggestions does the collective wisdom of GD have? Camaro SS 1LE, Mustang Mach 1, Hellcat Challenger :) Wait until summer to buy. Used car market is on the verge of collapsing. Car repos are through the roof, which will push a bunch of cars through the used markets. More supply should cause prices to drop significantly. |
|
|
|
Posted: 3/22/2023 11:10:02 PM EDT
[#4]
The new manual Supra
|
|
|
|
Posted: 3/22/2023 11:10:11 PM EDT
[#5]
Quote HistoryQuoted: In that price range this is the answer. Loved mine, and if you like attention it turns heads. Exhaust in sport mode sounds heavenlywith some nice pops on decel. Very neutral handling, no surprises when pushing it around corners. You will not be disappointed if you're not a tall or fat guy. I'm 5ft 9 and it felt little cramped at first. The bolsters are nice but I don't have love handles. @d_duck |
|
|
|
Posted: 3/22/2023 11:13:45 PM EDT
[#6]
Personally I’d be looking for a Porsche.
Corvettes are a lot of sports car for not a lot of money. |
|
|
|
Posted: 3/22/2023 11:18:11 PM EDT
[#7]
Audi S3,
Golf R, Mustang GT IMO those are the only 3 actual choices. mustang if you want to drag race. other 2 if you want to turn. |
|
|
|
Posted: 3/22/2023 11:19:33 PM EDT
[#8]
Quote HistoryQuoted: Audi S3, Golf R, Mustang GT IMO those are the only 3 actual choices. mustang if you want to drag race. other 2 if you want to turn. Yeah no. |
|
|
|
Posted: 3/22/2023 11:22:52 PM EDT
[#9]
Quote HistoryQuoted: Yeah no. get a new bmw supra if you want. I wouldnt. Camaro? blah. |
|
|
|
Posted: 3/22/2023 11:25:12 PM EDT
[#10]
You can get a really nice base 981 Cayman or 981 Cayman S at that price point.
If you like driving, NA engines and corner agility......you won't go wrong. |
|
|
|
Posted: 3/22/2023 11:26:54 PM EDT
[#11]
OP, Nothin screams blowhard like a Vette. So if your a construction gc, have a hairy chest and love gold chains then you must get a vette. You’ll be the star of the show at 24 hour fitness in your late 40’s trying to pick up chicks. If you’re a ginger, short, were generally picked on most of your childhood or like fat chicks then a Chrysler/Ram is your best bet. If you’re a normal dude then proceed with the European or Japanese cars.
|
|
|
|
Posted: 3/22/2023 11:28:40 PM EDT
[#12]
Do you have a reliable daily driver? Is this 50 grand for "extra stuff?"
If I had a reliable daily and my budget for toys was 50K I would buy a 40 grand Corvette. a 7 grand bike and a 3 grand bike. (For me that would be a used sport touring bike and a used adventure bike) |
|
|
|
Posted: 3/22/2023 11:28:58 PM EDT
[#13]
Quote HistoryQuoted: for new sports cars thats about it. used sure there are tons of options. I assumed new. get a new bmw supra if you want. I wouldnt. Camaro? blah. Golf R and RS3 are not age-appropriate for a 43 year old. Of those 3, the Mustang GT is hard to argue with. They are popular for a reason. I have an S2000 and would recommend one. OP shouldn’t buy based on what others think. Cloners may spec their rifles in a way that works for somebody else, but cars are a big investment that don’t usually appreciate. |
|
|
|
Posted: 3/22/2023 11:30:00 PM EDT
[#14]
Quote HistoryQuoted: How about an ultralight, but incredibly quick, an amazing Lotus Elise They can be found with ultra low miles at $50,000 all day long Came here to say that. The most fun you can have in a street car bar none. Anyone can go in a straight line fast but let’s seem em take a sharp turn at speed.  Attached File |
|
|
|
Posted: 3/22/2023 11:31:59 PM EDT
[#15]
2007 Lotus Elise.
Straight exhaust. Bank the rest. |
|
|
|
Posted: 3/22/2023 11:32:28 PM EDT
[#16]
Quote HistoryQuoted: Golf R and RS3 are not age-appropriate for a 43 year old. Of those 3, the Mustang GT is hard to argue with. They are popular for a reason. I have an S2000 and would recommend one. OP shouldn't buy based on what others think. Cloners may spec their rifles in a way that works for somebody else, but cars are a big investment that don't usually appreciate. |
|
|
|
Posted: 3/22/2023 11:38:43 PM EDT
[#17]
Quote HistoryQuoted: $50K? Quote HistoryQuoted: Quoted: 911 is the answer $50K? 997.1 or 997.2 - those are in that range |
|
|
|
Posted: 3/22/2023 11:39:20 PM EDT
[#18]
I am in the same boat as OP but budget is a little higher at $70K. I am really torn between an M3 or 911 Carrera S. It is a tough decision.
|
|
|
|
Posted: 3/22/2023 11:40:46 PM EDT
[#19]
Quote HistoryQuoted: its funny you say that. I am 44 and would kill for any of these 3, the mustang being the most juvenile of the 3 IMO. At 37, I feel like I’m too old for the Audi and VW and solidly in BMW 3, 4, or 5 Series territory. |
|
|
|
Posted: 3/22/2023 11:41:34 PM EDT
[#20]
Quote HistoryQuoted: 997.1 or 997.2 - those are in that range Really? This might be my next car. |
|
|
|
Posted: 3/22/2023 11:42:32 PM EDT
[#21]
911 is bullet proof. Corvette, not so much.
Get a 2007 911 turbo. That was the last year of the metzger motor that won 24 hr lemans. Just be safe. Couldn't keep my foot out of the floor and 200mph is not safe, even if the track is clear. At some point your luck will run out. |
|
|
|
Posted: 3/22/2023 11:59:55 PM EDT
[#22]
Quote HistoryI had a 2015 F-Type R If the previous owner replaced all the cracking piece of shit plastic coolant parts and water pump buy it. Or buy it anyway, it's not that expensive to fix and they are beautiful cars. I enjoyed mine, but moved on. |
|
|
|
Posted: 3/23/2023 12:00:55 AM EDT
[#23]
Quote HistoryQuoted: air-cooled 911 That won't be easy for 50K. Unless a targa or cab. 997 is the way to go. Or bump it up a pinch and never lose a penny on a air-cooled. |
|
|
|
Posted: 3/23/2023 12:04:35 AM EDT
[#24]
Quote HistoryQuoted: At 37, I feel like I'm too old for the Audi and VW and solidly in BMW 3, 4, or 5 Series territory. |
|
|
|
Posted: 3/23/2023 12:07:46 AM EDT
[#25]
1976ish Vette... Build it up real nice, save 25K for road trips.
T tops Side pipes. Crate engine/trans. Really good two-tone paint, 70s throw back theme. Drive it until the wheels fall off. Travel. See new shit. Hell, put a CB in it for kicks. It ain't gotta be new to be cool. It ain't gotta be expensive to be attractive. |
|
|
|
Posted: 3/23/2023 12:11:25 AM EDT
[#26]
Quote HistoryHe wants to drive it, not admire it as he waits for a tow. |
|
|
|
Posted: 3/23/2023 12:28:11 AM EDT
[#27]
Quote HistoryQuoted: Porsche, either 911 or Cayman This. For me probably a Cayman because a 911 in that range would be older and I'd rather have something a bit more modern. Don't really care about incredible acceleration/speed or tracking the thing. Just want something "fun to drive". |
|
|
|
Posted: 3/23/2023 12:29:59 AM EDT
[#28]
1989 Ford Mustang LX coupe.
Duh. |
|
|
|
Posted: 3/23/2023 12:35:16 AM EDT
[#29]
Quote HistoryQuoted: Depends what you're going to use it for. Track days and carving canyons or just cruising around to enjoy yourself? I like twisty canyon and mountain roads. 1/4 mile time I couldn't care less about. I have a Cayman S and it's perfect for me. |
|
|
|
Posted: 3/23/2023 12:35:23 AM EDT
[#30]
Quote HistoryQuoted: Tesla Model 3 performance beats anything in its price range At being a sports car? No, it doesn’t. I don’t even care that it’s an EV 4,250lbs and sports car don’t go in the same sentence. |
|
|
|
Posted: 3/23/2023 12:36:53 AM EDT
[#31]
Quote HistoryQuoted: How about an ultralight, but incredibly quick, an amazing Lotus Elise They can be found with ultra low miles at $50,000 all day long 
|
|
|
|
Posted: 3/23/2023 12:37:56 AM EDT
[#32]
Quote HistoryQuoted: This x100. I like twisty canyon and mountain roads. 1/4 mile time I couldn't care less about. I have a Cayman S and it's perfect for me. I'm with this cat. |
|
|
|
Posted: 3/23/2023 12:45:19 AM EDT
[#33]
|
|
|
|
Posted: 3/23/2023 12:46:56 AM EDT
[#34]
Quote HistoryQuoted: If you can FIND one for $50k or less... hell yeah. For something more recent, a Cayman S with the 6 speed would be fun.... or any 997. Quote HistoryQuoted: Quoted: air-cooled 911 If you can FIND one for $50k or less... hell yeah. For something more recent, a Cayman S with the 6 speed would be fun.... or any 997. Boom done! Beater air cooled is the move, always has been, always will be. 
|
|
|
|
Posted: 3/23/2023 2:41:55 AM EDT
[#35]
|
|
|
|
Posted: 3/23/2023 2:53:07 AM EDT
[#36]
Likely gonna be close to 60k into my 66 Mustang by time it is all said and done. Half a car worth of sheet metal waiting for it to goto bodyworl after I iron out a few more things.
380whp with road racing suspension/brakes. Love it more than my 2015 GT Perf Pack. It is all fucking analog experience, doesnt do shit witbout you telling it to and it will remind you of your mortality with a quickness if you are stupid. Do your homework and goto Mecum/Barrett and see if you can find a restomod with all the work done that will go for 1/3 of what the dude has into it. Otherwise I vote Vette or 911 or Cayman. If you upped the money a bit more I would vote Camaro ZL1-1LE and I am a Mustang fan. |
|
|
|
Posted: 3/23/2023 2:57:59 AM EDT
[#37]
1965 Chevy II Nova SS
|
|
|
|
Posted: 3/23/2023 3:04:11 AM EDT
[#38]
Cayman
|
|
|
|
Posted: 3/23/2023 3:07:59 AM EDT
[#39]
If it's just for cruising, Corvette is good enough.
As a Lotus Elise owner myself, I wouldn't recommend it. Too many quirks for the average driver and definitely not comfortable for long cruises  She gets a lot of attention though but one 2mph fender bender and it's over.  |
|
|
|
Posted: 3/23/2023 3:29:54 AM EDT
[#40]
If you can find a place to rent the cars you're considering, rent each one for a week. You're about to spend a lot of money on strangers' advice and a 30 minute test drive. Driving 200 miles in each car will tell you a lot about which you'll be happier in.
|
|
|
|
Posted: 3/23/2023 3:49:16 AM EDT
[#41]
Quote HistoryQuoted: So is 6'2" with a normal build out of the question? I've never driven one, would really like to know. @d_duck My friend is 6' 2" and he fit fine in the passenger seat but I wouldn't want to be his size on a long drive. As a true 2 seater if you are tall and have long legs you wont be able to recline the seat much and will have to sit more upright. So to answer your question, you will fit but your long term comfort will depend on your body shape. If they made the R model in manual I would have bought that and kept the car. |
|
|
|
Posted: 3/23/2023 4:19:53 AM EDT
[#42]
Quote HistoryQuoted: I honestly don’t know what they sell for so maybe $50k isn’t enough…but personally I’d look for an early Dodge Viper. That was the dream car of my childhood and I still love the way they look to this day. 1998: https://www.ar15.com/media/mediaFiles/527049/A5CA943A-9CB0-44FB-A77C-DEC521A47CC0_jpe-2755765.JPG Viper prices have gone way up in the last three years. 50k use to get you that GTS dream car, but I don’t think a good one is going to fit the budget. All those kids of the 80’s and 90’s are starting to get some coin and that’s got to be a highly sought after car for that demographic. |
|
|
|
Posted: 3/23/2023 5:35:05 AM EDT
[#43]
New Mustang GT and a supercharger
|
|
|
|
Posted: 3/23/2023 5:50:36 AM EDT
[#44]
Quote HistoryQuoted: Mustang GT. OH WAIT I already have one. :) |
|
|
|
Posted: 3/23/2023 6:35:45 AM EDT
[#45]
2023 911 Turbo S
|
|
|
|
Posted: 3/23/2023 7:03:24 AM EDT
[#46]
Quote HistoryQuoted: I am in the same boat as OP but budget is a little higher at $70K. I am really torn between an M3 or 911 Carrera S. It is a tough decision. I was a dyed in the wool BMW guy, but unless you need real seating for 4, I can't see how you wouldn't go with the 911. Most of my BMW buddies that moved over to Porsche have never looked back. |
|
|
|
Posted: 3/23/2023 7:10:43 AM EDT
[#47]
Quote HistoryQuoted: Porsche there is no substitute 
|
|
|
|
Posted: 3/23/2023 7:14:35 AM EDT
[#48]
911 or a vette……more practical?… an M car.
|
|
|
|
Posted: 3/23/2023 7:31:42 AM EDT
[#49]
Quote HistoryQuoted: Porsche, either 911 or Cayman One more vote for Porsche 911. |
|
|
|
Posted: 3/23/2023 7:32:48 AM EDT
[#50]
Quote HistoryQuoted: Boom done! Beater air cooled is the move, always has been, always will be. https://i.imgur.com/0AzvL1f.jpg Yeah, wow. I had a 1970 911T sunroof coupe that was rusty AF, then picked up a 1969 911T Targa that had some storage neglect and an engine that was toast... I swapped the '70 engine and trans into the '69 body and got it driving. I lost the passion for it and ended up selling it. I was planning on more of a resto-mod with it... if I had kept it and got it to where I wanted it, I bet I could sell it for over $50k easy. |
|
|
Win a FREE Membership!
Sign up for the ARFCOM weekly newsletter and be entered to win a free ARFCOM membership. One new winner* is announced every week!
You will receive an email every Friday morning featuring the latest chatter from the hottest topics, breaking news surrounding legislation, as well as exclusive deals only available to ARFCOM email subscribers.
AR15.COM is the world's largest firearm community and is a gathering place for firearm enthusiasts of all types.
From hunters and military members, to competition shooters and general firearm enthusiasts, we welcome anyone who values and respects the way of the firearm.
Subscribe to our monthly Newsletter to receive firearm news, product discounts from your favorite Industry Partners, and more.
Copyright © 1996-2024 AR15.COM LLC. All Rights Reserved.
Any use of this content without express written consent is prohibited.
AR15.Com reserves the right to overwrite or replace any affiliate, commercial, or monetizable links, posted by users, with our own.
Attached File
Attached File
Attached File