G

So, I have been thinking latley that I am spending way too much money on cars and not saving enough to buy another house soon. Right now, I pay a hell of a lot of money for the Vette and the monthly payment hurts-I can afford it, but it is just a big hit when it comes to that time of the month.

Anyways, I dropped by the Acura dealer on Saturday to just say hi to the guys that I know. While there, I noticed a pretty little black CL-S sitting in the back. It is an '03 six speed with navi and onstar-everything I always wanted in the CL-S. Plus, it has a comptech icebox, comptech headers, and a short shifter. The body is clean, with only a few rock chips, and there seems to not be any paint work. The asking price is $26.9K.

So, I began to think. If I could get the car for around $24k certified, I could save about 200 beans a month. I absolutley love the Vette, but 200 beans is 200 beans, and I also love the CL-S.

So, what do y'all think? Keep the Vette or sell the Vette and get the CLS?

Oh yeah, and then my screen name would be right again!

Scrib

You gotta do what makes YOU happy. If it's a money thing and you're over your head, get out. I made a pretty odd switch just this past weekend, and I don't regret it one bit.

I'm sure most poeple will say keep the Vette... I probably would. But it's your life, your checkbook.

VTEC11

How old is your vette? You should be able to find a CLS for less than $26.9k. If your going to spend that kind of money on a used car, maybe you can you can find a G35 coupe six speed. A co-worker of mine just bought one, its sick how fast it is. Something like 290hp I believe.

VTEC11

Scrib, what was the odd switch ?

G

G35 to TSX if I remeber correctly.

Scrib

G35 coupe 6mt to TSX 5AT

G

My Vette is a 2003 Z06.

And the price on the CLS is just a starting point. My family has bought 5 cars from the dealership in the past year, so we get all of the cars for about their cost, even used ones as we are fortunate enough to know the used car's price

Anyways, I am not a fan of the G35. Plus, to get one the way I would want, with navi and the like, I will be in the lower to mid 30's.

VTEC11

Interesting.

GreenMonster

Price seems a little high on the 6spd, depending on mileage... It's certifed, so that does make it more attractive pricewise.

I agree that 200 a month isn't chump change, but a CLS is more of a daily driver, and the vette is a sportscar.

G

That's just the thing, I am not over my head, but am not banking the savings like I used to. If I keep the Vette, then I will have to push back buying another house for a couple of years. The financially wise decision would be to get out of the Vette. I am just not sure that I want to get out of it.

Plus, I haven't driven the Vette in over 3 weeks as I have been out of the country. But, I am picking up a daily beater this week, so I wouldn't drive the Vette as much. Then again, I wouldn't drive the CLS as much. Arghhhh, decisions, decisions.

GreenMonster

Yeah, but it's not totally odd....

If I could trade my CLS 6spd in for a new TSX (6mt w/ navi) for no money out of pocket, I'd be driving a TSX with a week...

G

Unfortunatley, there is a small market for these cars here. So, when one comes around, you pay dearly for it.

However, I could probably get the car for $23-24.

Oh, and it has 38k miles.

MegaKillTron

TL-S man! or wait for the 3rd gen TL-S

trancemission

Thats a tough one grayson. Im leanin on keepin it but you have to do whats best for you.

G

Nah, I don't want a four door, and I defin. dont want an auto. Plus, I have already had a 3rd gen TL. I licked it, but it was just not for me.

VTEC11

If its holding you up from buying a house, by all means, sell the vette.

House > Car anyday.

Scrib

House > *


There is no way I'd put a car in front of getting into a new home.

G

That's what I am thinking-put my more of my money into an asset, and not into a depreciating item.

Ahh, but it is hard to get rid of the power!!

CL Platano

Definately house over car anyday and how often are really able to enjoy the absolute power of the vette..

G

Ha, unfortunatley, a lot. I am on probation now.

custerbean

if you can roll $27k or so....get g35 coupe....roll on down to houston and buy THIS ONE

G

No auto thanks. Plus, the interior of those cars just doesn't do anything for me.

Time For Sleeep

You said it yourself sir.

GreenMonster

And it's black, and we know how you feel about black cars

DarkSithCL

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Grayson, I am down with Scrib...my house payment is about to be more than I would have paid monthly for a BMW M3 'vert ...and I wanted one of those for years!!!

Pray about it and do what God puts on your heart...He has your back either way!

Rick

DarkSithCL

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TLS on 19z...Whatz up?...LOL, if you talk to him he'll buy a Ferrari!












j/k....big time!

Crazy Bimmer

Just curious but how come? What does the TSX have that the CLS doesnt?

I guess it depends how many miles your cls has...

Crazy Bimmer

OH and i would sell the vette for the CLS. Im sure you will save more than $200 a month once you see the insurance bill.

Liftedoff420

whats the market value on the vette? you could probably put a few grand in the bank if you sell the vette, plus save that 200 a month, thats alot of money

plus a 6speed CLS is not really that much of a downgrade...well the vette is nice the CLS is pretty nice too

GreenMonster

The TSX is newer, has a nicer interior (IMHO) and hasn't been discontinued

My 6spd only has 35K miles on it. My comment probably had more to do with the sad resale value of the CLS (while the G35c has a terrific resale value) then anything else. I probably won't get rid of the CLS for while... It's paid for, so I might as well drive it for awhile longer. I'm in no hurry to be back into payments anytime soon.

But I am serious about getting rid of the CLS if I could get someone to give me more then it's worth

skgarach

Get the CLS, or look for one here on the boards (esp. if stock isn't your flavor). The one you're talking about at the dealership is WAAAY too expensive. I bought my 6spd (non-navi) in dallas in early may for 16400 w/ 41k miles, nearly mint condition. You shouldn't pay more than 19k for the one you're looking at. Otherwise, consider flying somewhere to buy one.

G

Ha, insurance would probably be about the same, if not more for the CL-S. Insurance for the Vette is CHEAP!!

G

exactly. I love the CL-S, I think that it is an excellent car. If anything, it would be an upgrade in terms of luxury.

G

There must have been something seriously wrong with that car if you got it for only $16.4k. I know that $26.9k is high, but if I could get it for $23.5k, I would be happy.

EPS CL

Wow, thats a surprise. Personally, I think it would be a hard choice. The CL is a nice car, but it is a discontinued car that wasn't too popular. The vette is a pretty beastly car that I think (I'm just guessing) consumes a lot of gas and seats only 2. Maybe the Cl would be a nice departure, but it would have to bea serious consideration. It would be nice to have both, one as a daily driver, but we all can't have what we want.

I'd just weigh the pros and cons and see which car best suits your lifestyle at this point in time. Regardless, I think that you should still give me a ride in the vette if you were ever to get rid of it

6SPD

http://www.sterlingacura.com/preowne...YA41743A012509

It's only $25995 on the website... you only need to have it discounted another $2495 and you're set.

G

Welcome by the way.

Minch00

I say go for the CL-S. It's the smart financial desicion and a very nice car!

synth19

I wouldnt get the CLS, it will be around 26k after tax. Not worth it imo. I've been out of the CL loop...how's the tranny on the '03's? Did it get resolved? Do you have another car? A beater? Maybe sell the vette and drive the beater for awhile...then I would wait a year or 2 and get a TSX for around 20k our the door.

6SPD

Welcome by the way?

I've been registered here 6 months longer than your ass.

My post count is low because, unlike you, I don't repeatedly post pics of the cars that I buy to fill some void in my life.

When your nuts finally drop, you should go down to Sterling, talk to Adrian and see what they will actually SELL you the car for.