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Old 12 Nov 2008, 23:21 (Ref:2333984)   #1
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What weekend toy to buy?

Decisions, decisions..

Im moving in with my girlfriend soon which is going to release some equity.. she actually suggested getting something special.. probably as a weekend toy.

Insurance would favour a classic despite my attraction to something more modern. My budget is £18k max and we dont currently have a garage which is a bit of a problem seeing as a Caterham R400 was at the top of my list..

My current wishlist..

Caterham R400
Mk1 or 2 Escort RS
Evo VI to VIII RS..
STI Spec C
E30 M3 Evo
R5 Gordini Turbo... maybe

What would you choose and why.... also please feel free to add to the list.
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Old 13 Nov 2008, 08:59 (Ref:2334110)   #2
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For me, it would have to be an M5. 500bhp, looks aggressive yet understated, quite happy on a run to the shops yet still has loads of power if you want some fun.

As you are moving in with your girlfriend, an M5 can "future proof" you as it has a decent boot for strollers and loads of space on the back seat for baby chairs . How many times do we see M3's etc for sale "due to impending arrival of an ankle biter"?
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Old 13 Nov 2008, 10:26 (Ref:2334152)   #3
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Mk1 or 2 Escort RS
Do it rwd fun, easy to get tweaking bits for, have a roof. Start off with a standard car, modify it over a couple of years and end up with a rallycar so then you can hit the stages. Can't think where I've heard that before
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Old 13 Nov 2008, 17:11 (Ref:2334401)   #4
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What about a Radical

For something completely different
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Old 13 Nov 2008, 18:18 (Ref:2334440)   #5
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For 18K I would suggest an Evo IX GT and have it modified to give 400 BHP. Evo IXs can be be bought for about 16K now and a tuning package consisting of exhaust, filter, uprated fuel pump, boost controller and ECUTEK remap will see 400 BHP and about 385 lbft for a cost £1.5K incl.fitting. Have a look at www.lancerregister.com, lots of members cars for sale and downloadable buyers guide.
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Old 16 Nov 2008, 10:35 (Ref:2335694)   #6
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How about a 2nd generation Renault Clio V6? Pretty fast in a straight line and handle like they are on rails, either that or a top of the Range Vauxhall VX220, should keep up with the Impreza's and Evo's of this world with no trouble.
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Old 16 Nov 2008, 12:37 (Ref:2335761)   #7
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No garage is what makes it tricky. Can you park on a drive/offroad somewhere out of the way where you could put it under a car cover?

Next, it kinda depends what use you want out of it. Is it just for road use, country lanes and weekend trips kind of thing, or more of a trackday toy? That might dictate how practical you want it to be. An R400 would be awesome on track, but not exactly ideal for a weekend away.

Personally, as a weekend toy I would forget practicality as far as you can.

I think I'd probably be looking at Elise/Exige/VX220, maybe BMW Z4 or Boxster.

Again personally, if it was a classic at that budget it'd be a 911.
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E30 M3. Fun car to drive and easy to work on if need be.
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Old 27 Nov 2008, 20:24 (Ref:2342930)   #10
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Old 27 Nov 2008, 20:32 (Ref:2342936)   #11
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Mk2 Escort RS2000 in Black
Whale Tail Sierra Cosworth if you can find one
Vauxhall/Holden Monaro - assume you'd get one for 18k or less now?

Has to be something with a bit of character. There's no point having millions of horsepower you can't use.
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Old 2 Dec 2008, 03:45 (Ref:2345391)   #12
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What about a Vahxuall Monaro VXR?
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Old 2 Dec 2008, 04:45 (Ref:2345399)   #13
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Always wanted a red Porsche 944. Once I get a house with a garage, that might be the first thing I get before I get furniture for the house. The next car would be a Monaro.

In the USA after 25 years you can import anything you want as long as you can make it road legal in your state. A 1981 Ford Falcon 351 Dick Johnson replica would be perfect.
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I'd go with my American colleagues here. The E30 M3 is still something special, and a Porsche 944S2 is a superb piece of kit, and beautifully built. You should have some change from 18k on either, but particularly the Porsche, to help towards insurance and maintenance costs.
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or what about tuning the 944 or E30 M3 with the spare change to have even more fun
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Dj mate, that Porsche! !!! wow!
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For me, it would have to be an M5. 500bhp, looks aggressive yet understated, quite happy on a run to the shops yet still has loads of power if you want some fun.

As you are moving in with your girlfriend, an M5 can "future proof" you as it has a decent boot for strollers and loads of space on the back seat for baby chairs . How many times do we see M3's etc for sale "due to impending arrival of an ankle biter"?
You Barsteward!!.. you must have cursed me!

We now have a son due Aug 24th.. His name was to be decided by Babynamesocean.. http://www.babynamesocean.com/ and you wont believe the result!, put in my other half (Kirsteen) and my name (Paul) tick boy and 'result' to see what we are naming him!...

My dreams of will have to take a back seat.. for now at least.

Does anyone know if they ever did an Evo3 E30 M3 estate?
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You Barsteward!!.. you must have cursed me!

We now have a son due Aug 24th.. His name was to be decided by Babynamesocean.. http://www.babynamesocean.com/ and you wont believe the result!, put in my other half (Kirsteen) and my name (Paul) tick boy and 'result' to see what we are naming him!...

My dreams of will have to take a back seat.. for now at least.

Does anyone know if they ever did an Evo3 E30 M3 estate?
Congrats Paul. How are Kirsteen and Baby Jesus doing so far?
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Congrats Paul. How are Kirsteen and Baby Jesus doing so far?
Yeah, they are both doing well thanks. Doubt I'll be going ahead with the name Jesus all the same.
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I went for the E30 M3, cracking car.





I've had mine 6 or 7 years now, they're not the fasting thing in the world but great to drive. Also reliable, cheapish to run, have good parts availability from BMW and are quite likely to appreciate in value rather than drop.
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You Barsteward!!.. you must have cursed me!
Only just spotted this.

Congrats to the three of you .

Feel free to call him Peter
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Congrats Paul! Ours was due aug 24th as well (although he was early on the 12th!) What did you get in the end? Or are you still looking?

I'd suggest an Audi RS4 Avant (I personally prefer the older B5 model). Or if you want to be a bit different, a Mistubishi Legnum VR4 or Nissan Stagea Practical, tons of room (all estates) for baby paraphenalia and a bit rapid!
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