....and I always have my eyes open for what the next car will be. As much as I enjoy the MINI brand, I can't say I'm thrilled with the direction they are going...The new Hardtop is a pinch too small, that Clubman concept out there is interesting, and I like interesting, but who knows when or if it will even be built. I like the Paceman look more than the Countryman, but overall, just "liked" the Countryman, not "loved", like I did my '09 Clubman.

I just went onto BMWUSA.com and built an M3 in Yas Marina Blue with 6MT, Executive Package and Heated Seats, and within minutes, an i3 Tera world with Range Extender in Andesite Silver...It's a sight for sore eyes, but I'm fascinated by the technology...WHAT'S WRONG WITH ME?!?

That is all.

 

Coworker has an i3 and I love it, it hauls ass. Leases out well as im sure you know too.

 

That's one of the reasons I'm considering it too...But hard for me to give up the fact that every DD for the last 10 years was a manual

 

I'd go GTI then

 

an i3 looks like a melting tofu whenever I see it in LA. It's not pretty at all to me!

 

It's a consideration, too...

ATS-V... BUT I think I'd rather an M//

 

Its not a looker but the tech in it is pretty neat.

Im hoping Tesla and BMW team up.

 

Aren't they doing some joint development?

 

Oh yeah, the tech is amazing for that car.

I think Elon Musk wanted to do something with BMW and BMW denied it or something.

 

^Didn't it have to do with carbon fiber or something like that?

 

New GT350?

 

You had me at M3. When are you picking it up?

Do it.

 

Part of me says screw it, I should be saving up my money (I really should), and just get a cheap Civic or something

 

Bite.Your.Tongue.

 

I mean, you can totally do the WRX for a reasonable price or the every Popular Toyota 86 twins.

I love the new rex, personally.

 

That was a pretty quick lease or at least seems so. Last time you gave us a framework to go with. What are your requirements this time?

 

Toyobaru twins are nice, but not an ideal practical daily driver.

I've always liked the WRX, and would still consider it, but not my first choice. I'm biased to wagons/hatchbacks, and the fact that it's no longer available in a hatch?

I'm 2.5 years into the 3 year lease that it is. If I really wanted to, I could get out of it now, but we shall see.

Requirements haven't changed much, still would prefer a hatch/wagon, 6MT is the top choice (except for the very few cars I would consider that aren't available with it), with the exception of an M3, that's just a car I've always wanted. A lot of me prefers to stay unique, which is why I have a Smart Electric Drive, which is also why I would consider an i3 (As I mentioned, I'm fascinated by the technology), or even another CT200h (I got one for my driver, as well as my sister, I like driving it, but do I want a 3rd one?). As much as I don't want to think about it, I am also trying to stay in a budget, and the M3 is a stretch for me at this point. But once again, we shall see!

 

Last time I suggested a Fiat 500, but I know the reliability hasn't been solid. Have to admit they are somewhat unique and I don't really see a lot of them on the road.
Guess Lexus NX and Volvo V60R are out as no 6MT.

I like Crazy Bimmer's suggestion of a GTI.

Would have to think a little more on it to come up with others.

 

Wait for the Focus RS?

 

Maybe wait for the Focus RS?

 

I still like the Abarth, but when I drove it for the first time, I was mighty disappointed. Also, for me, the driving position was very awkward.

Lexus NX - I was actually considering getting that for my wife, but her lease ended last month and I didn't want to wait (nor get assraped on the pricing because it's brand new), and ended up with the RDX for her. That's not a car I am interested in having as a DD. I like the V60 Polestar, but a few problems - VERY hard to get, no lease program, and no MT.

I would rock an S3, BUT no 6MT. Same thing goes for a TT. Oh well. GTI is definitely a consideration.

 

Isn't the Golf R going to be a 6MT on initial release, then go to DSG after? Or was I misinformed?

 

Sounds like the GTI fits the requirements almost exactly. What about the Fiesta ST? I would personally never have thought twice about one but the car mags love that car.

 

Actually, the other way around. The Golf R will be available in 6MT not long after his lease expires.

 

3 series wagon?

They seem to lease pretty well and only missing MT requirement..

 

Same here, which is why I returned my 12 Accord EX in favor of a 14 Accord Sport....saved about $40 month in lease payments.

 

Quick question.. How reliable is/was the Countryman?

 

The reviews are very mixed out there with the MINI brand in general. My car was pretty reliable, though. The only unscheduled stop I had was about a month into ownership, the driver's side window switch was faulty. Other than that, and 2-3 scheduled services, that's about it. I'm due for another service soon, which is for oil and brakes, and that's probably all I'll need before the lease is up. I liked the car, but I didn't love it like some of the other cars I've had in the past.

Biggest issue I had with it, is the fact that's it's about 500lbs heavier than a hardtop, with the same power. The performance for me was slightly disappointing compared to, say, the Clubman I had before.

 

Do you need four doors? Sounds like you do.

Otherwise, I bet the 228i M-Sport leases well.

 

4 doors isn't necessary, really....I doubt I'll have to put a car seat in there.

I like the 2, but if I did one, it would be an M235i..Plus I prefer xDrive, and you can't get the 228 with xDrive and manual...

 

I sold some guy a GT3 last week, he's trading in a 2010 GT-R...

it's a shame I'm not a fan of the car...






The trade:

 

^I miss your regular pics and updates.

 

^^^^^^
+a million

 

Problem is, I've been so busy, don't really have much time to take pics of all the cars, although I should...

 

I hope that busy is a good problem to have!

I still love seeing pics of all the cool cars that come across your desk. Especially that GT3!

 

so weird all I was seeing everywhere at first were white gt3's now they are all blue.

 

Still loving the GTR but the GT3 has been growing on me tremendously.

Thank you for the pics.

 

Too bad the V40 isn't sold in the USA anymore. I think it would work for you, except the 6MT option:

 

Damn I love the GT3, especially in that color

So is the GTR replacing the Mini?

 

Naaaah...The car doesn't do anything for me...At all.