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Old 04-29-2016, 11:22 AM
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I much prefer Audi over BMW. Yes, I know BMWs are faster, and blah blah blah, but like I said, I don't care about being the fastest. There are far less Audis on the roads here than BMWs and to me, that is appealing. I really like their design language. And their interiors... oh man... so nice.
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Old 04-29-2016, 11:25 AM
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Originally Posted by maharajamd
Yea she drives a 2010 Civic EX. Lol.

I've wanted a S5 forever. However, I want the post face-lifted supercharged v6 not the v8. If I wanted the v8 I'd already own one.

So too good of a deal to be true? Looking at all the colors man there really aren't many I'd want. Yellow, red, maybe a blue.
you gotta see the s2000s in person. The exterior color plus interior color go a long way (assuming you don't get just a black interior). White on red interior is gorgeous. The dark silver on red interior is gorgeous.

I'm surprised you're not interested in black. Either way, don't let the photos do all the deciding for you. It's completely different when you're standing beside the car, as opposed to looking at it online.
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Old 04-29-2016, 11:26 AM
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we might as well be discussing lambo seats comfort vs ferrari...

either way too much money for me to spend.
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It's a county in California.
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Old 04-29-2016, 11:32 AM
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Lol!

I LOVE Audi design language. And yea the interior are

The current S5 has been out for a while though. Both the design and the motors.
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J, if you really wanted it, I'm sure you could make it work. Selling the s2k and the black TL would likely make for a nice down payment. Granted, you'd have monthly payments for awhile, but again, it's not like you couldn't do it, especially if you buy a slightly used car.

No payments is a beauty though. Can't and won't argue with you on that.
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Old 04-29-2016, 11:48 AM
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That's why I'm still holding on to the 3G....
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Old 04-29-2016, 11:53 AM
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I know it, man...it's the no payments that REALLY get me going. You know, gets the heart racing...I keep looking at the bank account and it's like, there's more money in there. Not like that wouldn't be the case with 500 less a month in there...but you know...kinda like stackin that cheddar...can also buy a lot of little toys to make me smile without too much worry.

I would consider it but as much as I love the blue TL now...and how much fun and joy to drive as it's bringing me, I don't see me itching again for a LONG time.
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Originally Posted by rockstar143
I don't see me itching again for a LONG time.

I'm so glad the Dr. was able to assist you with that.
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Fuck you guys.

You gave me shit for having a Corolla that was payed off. Shit was paid off, I only had 1 car payment. Now I have 2.
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what did thoi give you?

Corolla != 3G TL LOL
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Am I a doctor because I'm the resident here?
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Where Franz be at?
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you killed him off...you wanted to be my ONLY black best friend.

bro...bullshit...i was the first one to tell you to slam the corrolla and enjoy no payment.
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Old 04-29-2016, 12:41 PM
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Fuck off, flip (and I mean that in a loving way ) We kept telling you to either keep it or get a Type S. Ain't no one saw you getting a brand new Accord Sex. Uh, I mean, Accord Sport.

You're the one who set the "must be flawless" standard for the Type S, not us
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I'll likely keep the TL until it ends up having holes rusted through the floor boards. She's a great commuter. But dat toy car... Me needs it.
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I drove to work today. To avoid the arena construction, I parked 12 blocks away from my building.


About to just order a roof spoiler and hope it's what I'm looking for. I don't want something hella bulky, but I don't want anything too skinny. Something in the middle would be fine.
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That's what she said.
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Originally Posted by rockstar143
I don't see me itching again for a LONG time.
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I'm so glad the Dr. was able to assist you with that.
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what did thoi give you?
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Am I a doctor because I'm the resident here?


That's what you thought I meant.
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Math is his specialty. Besides, gobbling dongs...
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Bots can't gobble dongs.

Received a new set of pics today boys.

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Thanks for teasing.. Jack ass.
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Trending news on my Facebook sidebar...

"Caitlyn Jenner: TV personality shares videos of herself using women's restroom in Trump Tower"

Shoot me, quickly, between the eyes.
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I had some time during lunch, so decided to cruise down to a Ford dealership. What a mistake.

The GT350 is even cooler than I could have imagined. Active exhaust, with just a flip of a switch to go from sleeper to monster.

IDC control, to change from normal, sport, track modes.

Magneride suspension with adjustable dampening by just flicking through the IDC

Carbon fibre composite rad support

15" Brembos

Light clutch. Super surprised by this, for a car pushing 530hp.

Dealership willing to sell at MSRP to me. Problem is, I want "competition Orange" which is discontinued for 2017. Dealership said they could possibly still get me one from another dealer if I act quick. WTF!!!

I just wrote Wifey an email saying I'm in the office signing papers. Curious to see how she reacts I want one so bad and now I'm willing to do anything to get one in my garage.

Pick a color! There's 5 sitting out front










Ford CLEARLY copied The TL-S exhaust.


Dat butt.


Brembos all around, with these massive puppies up front.
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I'm curious to what she is going to say too.
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That like off silver one is baller...

What's the sticker price?
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with technology package... 75,000, which includes PDI and delivery and whatever.
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One can dream right?
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Apparently Ford was benchmarking against the Porsche GT3 RS, from what I've heard. Not sure how accurate that info is though. Starting price of that car is 60k more though.
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Originally Posted by maharajamd


One can dream right?
yes, but you need to consider I'm in a totally different market than you. 75k wont even get me into a base m3/m4
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Dude on the pavement and on paper the new Mustangs are top-notch. Look at every site and how they talk about them. Perfect balance of everything. They ARE the car to buy right now.

Didn't Ford just post some ridiculous first quarter numbers the other day?
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Just don't crash into any crowds, ok Taco.
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I have no idea how the new Camaro won MT CotY...
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No idea, to be honest. If it's not in the automotive section of AZ, I don't know

and many will argue it, but I think what is helping ford move units is the fact that they have a legitimate performance division, with all the STs and RS and GT350... They get people noticing a company more, even if they can't afford to buy those models.

People on AZ were saying that performance vehicles do nothing for a company. I disagree. I think it's those cars that get people in the door, even if they aren't buying them. Honda/Acura has nothing these days, save for the Civic Si. Sorry Honda, that doesn't cut it. I'm sure the NSX has helped a bit, but, seeing as there are none on the road yet, I wonder how much it will help. Time will tell, I suppose. But it is still a largely unattainable car for many.
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I agree.
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I have no idea how the new Camaro won MT CotY...
the top notch Camaro can put a spanking on the GT350. I don't remember what the model is called, but it's also much more expensive from the factory. Personally, I can't stand GM designs. As much of a monster that car might be, it does nothing for me, looks wise.

Anyway, I wonder if that's why it won. MT also seems to absolutely adore GM vehicles, regardless of what they are. I remember when they were calling the 1998 Malibu CotY
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Imagine if Honda actually came out with...



Boosted 4, rwd, for around $30/35.
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Not really a spanking. And besides who cares with that 40 foot blind spot they have. Lol

I agree though they do love GM.
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