for my moms.. 2003 SL 55 or Ferrari 360 Modena..both selling for the same price give or take 10 grand..WHat do you guys think? Now thing about the Pros and COns of each car as well?

 

I think you have too much money !!!!

 

can I be your budy... does your mom needs a handy man with a Ph.D.?

Take the Red Ferarri.

 

Is this a toy or everyday car?

Toy= Ferrari

Everyday Super car= SL55

 

SL-55's will make you turn your head
360??? will give you whiplash. Red Ferrari!!!

 

Well she has an 2001 S 500 With lorinser kit..but yea its not just a Toy..my dad and her want to take some long trips through Napa Valley or whatever (those of you familiar with that area) with the car..so i don't know...Its a really hard decision..Though either one are amazing...

 

http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/ws/eB...tem=1865122671

Not many people are going to have that..ALL dealer waiting lists are at least a year.

 

f to the e to the r to the r to the a to the r to the i

 

Ah,,, go put a deposit on a new RS6... you are all set.. the fastest 4-doors ever!

 

You can get them no problem, my local dealer has 5 for the year......2 sold, 3 are available at market value.

 

If you don't get the Ferrari, you shouldn't have that much money to begin with.

 

WOW in New York they are selling for 120,000 which is MSRP? Are you sure these are the SL 55? If yes..tell me more..?

 

For your mom? I'd say the SL 55. I hope I don't sound offensive, but I just don't see women driving Ferraris. You also mentioned long drives to Napa Valley and what not. I think the Benz would be a better replacement for an S500 as a daily driver (an amazing performing one at that.)

If the choice were mine, I'd take the Ferrari, so I guess I'm not helping at all.

I envy your "dilemma."

 

Exactly what GOOSE said..that is my point....and yes it is a dilemma

 

Go with the RS6! are you there....

 

what kind of stupid ass question is that? hey, look at me, i am immature and like to flaunt my parents' wealth. loser, get a life

 

I'm not quite sure how this is flaunting his money. He is simply asking opinions. Evcerytime someone comes on with a question or a statement that shows they have money they get called out for flaunting. What about people who post Should my dad get an LS430 or a E430. maybe to some people that is flaunting. But it's not out of the range for us. but someone who drives a $10K car it might be.

Anyhow back to the question. I'd go with the RS6 but if it's between those two I'd go with the SL55. I have driven the S500 alot and my parents had the S430 for almost a year. And I just love the ride quality, they are so smooth and quiet, and now that you got the SL55 well that shit is gonna move. Pimp Looking car too. Also a lot more practical. Ferrari is a car you take out for show and to have fun with. THere is no room for anything but you.. I still would go with the RS6 and I'm trying to get my dad to buy that he wants to get a 2003 XJR or the new 745Li BMW. But the RS6 is pimp. Good luck with your choices, take pics when you get it.

 

thanks for the update about what is or isn't flaunting money, mr pgatour

 

It wasn't really much of an update, more of me just questioning why you think he is flaunting, he is just asking a question.

 

if the guy is thinking 360 or the sl55, ya really think they'll even consider the rs6? a bit outta class no?

 

Yepp... U r right when one goes like $140k and the seond $170.k.

The RS6 with 450HP and limited 800 editions for the whole US! I would say it's Bill gates cheap Acura... at $80k... It's a steal at that price...

However, I will take one... it is modded to max from the factory.

 

Sigh...No offence, but is it just me or does it seem like whenever a person asks a question like "SHOULD I GET A MCLAREN F1 OR A BUGATTI VEYRON FOR MY (insert family member here) WHO LIVES IN HOLLYWOOD?!???" or something along those lines look more like a person flaunting there family's wallet than asking a legit question? I'm sorry, really NOT my intention to start a flamewar...but, I just find these questions kinda...annoying and assinine? Topics like how someone whipped a F1 cart or Murcielago with their CL-S are amusing...but, these questions are just plain...eh, never mind. Let's keep this clean. I guess I'll answer this question...

cleancls: I suggest calling a Ferrari dealership and Mercedes-Benz dealership and going for an appointment to see what each car has to offer. It's ALSO called reading and research. There are TONS of mags out there (i.e. Top Gear, CAR) that detail each vehicle...I mean, this is a CL (NOT EVEN A MERCEDES-BENZ CL) board...just how many of us do you think OWN or have DRIVEN a SL55 or a Modena? And really, I'm sure if your folks are rich enough to buy one, they are SMART enough to do their own homework on what car to buy based on practicality and what they really want it for. For the record, from what I've heard, cars that are over $100K are usually REALLY REALLY GOOD! So, really...GO DO SOME RESEARCHING!! WHEEEEEEE!

 

I would recommend the SL55. My neighbor had a 996 turbo that he barely drove because the ride was too harsh, esp on Louisiana roads. He drove his Denali more. He got the SL500 and absolultely loves it. Since getting the MB, the Denali only gets driven with friends in town. Plus there is the reliability issue with the 360.

 

While I'm not taking sides, as you see I have defended both. That was one of the best damn points I have ever read. The last few lines were good. That is nothing against anyone just pointing out that the rebuttal was done well.

Well acutally I'm still taking the side of I don't think he is flaunting, just asking a question. But still nice Point there.

 

My original message has been modified...

And one more time, I sincerely hope I'm not seriously offending or ticking off anyone here...Yes, I know my post is kinda sarcastic. But hey, I think it's the best way to prove my point...

 

I have done lots of research..i know A LOT about both those cars....and no im not flaunting anything...I dont like to do that because ive gotten comments like those my whole life (flipwhip) but i thought on the board i didnt have to worry about that.

 

By teh way Nashua..I KNOW..that car is great...and its not out of the class of an SL55 because no one will ever thing about buying it because most people when looking to get a "super car" think only about benzes and bimmers..but that Audi is sicca than sicc. haha but i dont know if my parents will go for it..i know all the stats so don't worry like i said i have done a lot of research..

 

RS6?

wtf they want supercars that look good..they aint lookin for a A6 body...

 

Haha you are funny, "not even a mercedes-benz cl"......how come I do agree with you?

Well I have not driven both cars, not even in my dreams. But here is my shallow idea. I think SL55 doesn't catch my attention as much as 360 Modena does. I can see at least 1 SL regardless it's a SL500 or SL55 on street everyday if I drive at least 3 hours. However, I have only seen one Modena on street since it has landed on our country a few years ago. This is about popularity of them. If your mother cares more about practicality, then both are not good choices I think, since both cars have only two seats and almost no cargo volume. Yeah like other people say, Audi RS6 should be a better choice, if your mother doesn't mind it being too "cheap". But since she has a S500 already, get the Ferrari.

 

sl55 amg..too many modenas.

 

SL55

You can drive it for miles and miles and miles in comfort.

Is extremely fast.

Is very safe.

Looks great.

Hey, if someone were collecting cars, both would be great additions.

For driving around town, in the hills, across the country, the SL55 gets my vote.

For driving at the track or just in the hills, get the Ferrari...

 

SL 55 is faster than the modena.. in the 1/4 mile..and its more reliable as a daily driver..
and IF your parents are driving those cars.. what the hell are you doing stuck with a CLS?. haha.. i guess they dont love you very much...

 

The 2003 SL55 according to reports from MotorTrend (if stats were not bought) stated that hte SL 55 was able to beat out the Ferrari not sure if it was the same model you listed above.

 

I agree.

My other “favorite” is when people post pictures of their car sitting in front of their parents “big buck” house.
You know the ones where the car is in the bottom 10% of the photo and the rest is the house and the snobby neighborhood.

I gotta laugh every time I see one of THOSE.

If it’s YOUR house that YOU paid for….GREAT, but don’t brag on daddy’s wealth.

Shawn S

 

right on SHAWN.. theres no point showing off what your PARENTS have..

 

Even better is when people list all these cars in their signature that they claim to own. Guess what, if it's your momma's car, it ain't yours.

What about the maintenance costs on the Ferrari? Oh yeah, guess it's kinda like if you have to ask the price, you can't afford it.



===========================================
1999 Acura 3.2TL
1993 Acura Integra GS
My Momma's got a 99 S-10 pickup
My Daddy's got a 00 Chevy Venture
My bro's got a 01 Volkswagon Jetta
The guy that lives up the street has an 02 Corvette..........

 

Hey...That's GREAT! You did your research! Then, why are you posting this kind of question here???

Like I said, how many people on an ACURA CL board would know?!??? The only person who comes remotely close to driving a "supercar" on this site that I know of is Beltfed and I would think there are those who would still argue that Vipers should not be considered a supercar like a Modena or SL55 AMG/Renntech/Lorinser/Brabus...And, the funny thing is, Beltfed doesn't own either of the cars you asked either...!

To me, whenever anyone asks the question of "What supercar should (insert family member/friend/pet here) get?" is like asking US (the regular Acura CL members), "WHAT SUPERMODEL GIRLFRIEND SHOULD I DATE??? SHOULD IT BE CINDY CRAWFORD OR MONICA BELLUCCI???" or "WHAT PRIVATE AIRPLANE SHOULD I GET???!??" Well, geez...um, it's like any of us would know, right? You're looking for answers in the wrong place, buddy!

Eh, I think you get my drift...

 

Damn man...you guys hella trip..i was just asking a question if you could put yourself in my shoes..do you think I HAVE EVER DRIVEN any of these cars...im a little 17 year old striving to just do well in school...I was just asking a queston...and no i have never posted pictures of my parents cars or house...im not like that sorry...as much as you guys would like to think that...Its aite though...i dont know what you guys are hating for so much but you guys are! so ill just go ask my question somewhere else...my friends over here..will tell me...so much for help on the board..peace

 

HAHA..YOU SOUND like a 17 yr old punani.. why do you need other peoples opinion of what cars... NOT YOU.. but YOUR PARENTS should get?... who cares?!? YOU get something because you like it and can afford it..not because other people said so....if you do then ur pretty sad.. to let other people make decisions for you...
next youll be asking people here what kind of panties your mom should get?. silk or cotton..?? thong or regular?..haha..
you brought this "hate" upon yourself "KID"...

 

Exactly, why do you care so much what kinda car your mom gets? Thats kinda stupid.


Come back once you get your OWN money and ask questions like that.