Decisions Decisions...???

**AustinGT** · 07-27-2011, 12:54 PM

Hello, I'm brand new to this forum and am hoping to see what your thoughts were on different cars if you were in my shoes. I also am realizing that a lot of folks are in the same position as me while we all wait patiently-NOT! for the new FR-S or 216a so it will be interesting to see what comes of it.

I currently drive a 2007 Subaru Legacy GT limited 5 Spd and am looking for a change. I originally bought this car for work as I needed a nice commuter but could also get aggressive while maintaining a subtle look. I have now changed jobs and have no need for a sedan so am looking for a more lightweight aggressive coupe. Here's what I'm looking for:

1) Somewhat reliable for 15 mile commute to work everyday.

2) More than the Legacy's 250hp, able to run the 1/4 mile in the 13's OR have the potential to do so.

3) Able to handle track days occasionally.

4) 2 door coupe, would prefer small back seat but not necessary.

5) I'm open to new or used.

6) No American or Korean cars

7) Manual tranny

I have about 25K to spend including whatever I get for the Legacy.

You may instantly think... well of course wait until the FR-S/216a comes out but my concern is 1) I would never drive a Scion, no matter how hard they try I know Toyota/Scion is going to throw a ball of cheese at this thing to appeal to the mass audience. 2) If Subaru comes out with their own 216a, I highly doubt that a turbo version will come to the US.

I hate to put a damper on this Forum but I'm thinking there's a lot of us out there in the same position and the Toyobaru is losing steam with me - maybe others.

Either way, here are my options and cars I've been looking at:

- 02-05 BMW M3

- 05-08 Nissan 350Z

- 93-98 Mazda RX-7 - I would keep the Legacy as a DD

- 94-98 Nissan 240SX - again - keep the legacy as DD

- 06 Acura RSX

- 00-08 Honda S2000

- 08-10 Mazdaspeed 3

- 1993-1998 Toyota Supra/Lexus SC300 5spd - I know this one is a long shot

I would love to see some votes and other suggestions

Thanks

**ej25ti** · 07-27-2011, 06:45 PM

My first thought was actually an M3.
I dont think the RSX will be fast enough for you, coming from the Legacy n all.
Next would prob be a tie between the MS3, 350, and s2k, none is the most reliable. I guess personally I'd go with the s2000 cuz I can't stand FWD, and 350s bore me lol

**AustinGT** · 07-29-2011, 02:32 PM

Good call, so turns out I will be picking up a 2003 M3 tomorrow

**ej25ti** · 07-29-2011, 04:49 PM

damn nice!

**Cal** · 07-29-2011, 08:36 PM

Post some pics of it when you get it.

**AustinGT** · 08-01-2011, 10:19 AM

I'll post some more pics when I have time to take them. I got extremely lucky on this purchase, only 35K miles. it's never seen rain, looks brand new. Few mods: ground control suspension setup - springs/shocks, strut bar, sway bars. Carbon Fiber cold air intake, Shark chip.