Thoughts on a 2008 BMW Z4 coupe (E86)?
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I almost said 370Z but didn't because as I"ve complained in the past, whenever I see a thread like this and someone comes in and offers something not even contemplated by OP I imagine it gets kind of aggravating. I love my 350Z 'vert, so much fun in the summer time.
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Oh shit, I didn't know you had a 350z vert. I learn something new everyday still.
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I saw a mint condition E46 M3 yesterday while tooling around in the S2000, really made me lust after getting one. That car has always been my dream car...
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I almost said 370Z but didn't because as I"ve complained in the past, whenever I see a thread like this and someone comes in and offers something not even contemplated by OP I imagine it gets kind of aggravating. I love my 350Z 'vert, so much fun in the summer time.
But you're right in general...especially on forums like this when people post specific things they want to get they are simply looking for validation and not actual opinions/criticism...
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soooo how about that 370z?
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Gotcha, my mistake - I'm not too familiar with the e80 line.. have a ton of experience with E30, E36, and have owned an E90 M3.
You can't beat the BMW straight 6 and suspension setup, there's something uniquely european with a well running rig. That seems to be the catch for folks considering getting into them, is if you get into one used, be prepared to fund the maintenance because it will need it.
The Z4 coupes have a great profile, and are sweet looking rides in my opinion.
You can't beat the BMW straight 6 and suspension setup, there's something uniquely european with a well running rig. That seems to be the catch for folks considering getting into them, is if you get into one used, be prepared to fund the maintenance because it will need it.
The Z4 coupes have a great profile, and are sweet looking rides in my opinion.
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Saw this, but no navi, just that covered cubby hole .... Thoughts?
https://washingtondc.craigslist.org/...222826962.html
https://washingtondc.craigslist.org/...222826962.html
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Gotcha, my mistake - I'm not too familiar with the e80 line.. have a ton of experience with E30, E36, and have owned an E90 M3.
You can't beat the BMW straight 6 and suspension setup, there's something uniquely european with a well running rig. That seems to be the catch for folks considering getting into them, is if you get into one used, be prepared to fund the maintenance because it will need it.
The Z4 coupes have a great profile, and are sweet looking rides in my opinion.
You can't beat the BMW straight 6 and suspension setup, there's something uniquely european with a well running rig. That seems to be the catch for folks considering getting into them, is if you get into one used, be prepared to fund the maintenance because it will need it.
The Z4 coupes have a great profile, and are sweet looking rides in my opinion.
So, the "break-my-wallet" stereotype in terms of maintenance matches up with your own experience?
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Saw this, but no navi, just that covered cubby hole .... Thoughts?
https://washingtondc.craigslist.org/...222826962.html
https://washingtondc.craigslist.org/...222826962.html
I can understand spending hours and hours and hours day in and day out pining for aesthetically pleasing nav...but you're in it for the fun. my take anyway
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I'm quite the opposite of Justin. If I'm paying good money, I want it all. A cubby hole where otherwise at least a stereo should be is not asking for a lot.
And if it is just a fun car, it might be seeing some out of town moments. Having navi somewhere new or fairly unknown is never a bad thing.
And if it is just a fun car, it might be seeing some out of town moments. Having navi somewhere new or fairly unknown is never a bad thing.
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I'm quite the opposite of Justin. If I'm paying good money, I want it all. A cubby hole where otherwise at least a stereo should be is not asking for a lot.
And if it is just a fun car, it might be seeing some out of town moments. Having navi somewhere new or fairly unknown is never a bad thing.
And if it is just a fun car, it might be seeing some out of town moments. Having navi somewhere new or fairly unknown is never a bad thing.
if weekend fun car for okay price, who cares!?
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I know Justin will come back and say "just use your phone!"
And yeah, that works. Personally, I don't like anything foreign in my cabin, or anything loose either. phone holders, cords, whatever are a no no for me
And yeah, that works. Personally, I don't like anything foreign in my cabin, or anything loose either. phone holders, cords, whatever are a no no for me
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That's part of the reason I can't switch to German cars... there are way too many options for their cars, making their prices insane. Not having everything makes a part of my brain want to explode
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Nanxun, that car you posted, I believe, is a base model. It appears to have poorly painted base front calipers, instead of the 4 piston Akebono calipers.
I believe the trim lines go: base (no name) -> touring -> sport touring -> nismo
I have a feeling the nismo is out of your price range, but if anything, try to find a Sport Touring. They are 80-85% of what a Nismo is. They come nicely appointed, and have most of the important stuff the nismo has.. forged wheels, big brakes, syncro rev match, better stereo, LSD, etc.
I believe the trim lines go: base (no name) -> touring -> sport touring -> nismo
I have a feeling the nismo is out of your price range, but if anything, try to find a Sport Touring. They are 80-85% of what a Nismo is. They come nicely appointed, and have most of the important stuff the nismo has.. forged wheels, big brakes, syncro rev match, better stereo, LSD, etc.
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hey, I'm not hating on your perspective. It can definitely work. I know oem navi systems aren't even all that great, but like I said, I like to have it all, even if buying a 10 year old car. I want it loaded.
That's part of the reason I can't switch to German cars... there are way too many options for their cars, making their prices insane. Not having everything makes a part of my brain want to explode
That's part of the reason I can't switch to German cars... there are way too many options for their cars, making their prices insane. Not having everything makes a part of my brain want to explode
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Even though it's the bastard model, when I was looking into my second S2000...
I did consider driving the 3.4L Boxster (I think 2006 model and up had the bigger engine).
I figured if I was gonna choke on German parts and maintenance, might as well be the best.
I did consider driving the 3.4L Boxster (I think 2006 model and up had the bigger engine).
I figured if I was gonna choke on German parts and maintenance, might as well be the best.
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It's beyond his price point.
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J was just talking about 2006+ Model... not one from 1996.
and im pretty sure that Nanxun isn't looking for a 15+ year old Porsche, regardless if the IMS bearing was done or not. Porsche tax is fucking insane.
and im pretty sure that Nanxun isn't looking for a 15+ year old Porsche, regardless if the IMS bearing was done or not. Porsche tax is fucking insane.
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And he's not looking for a vert
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I keep thinking vert, just because of the z4. I rarely see them in hardtop form around here.
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https://minneapolis.craigslist.org/h...215504198.html
https://minneapolis.craigslist.org/r...212945609.html
There are plenty more and this is in an area where a convertible is fairly rare and not all that useful. Look in CA or FL and these will be dime a dozen even for one that's slightly newer.
No it's not as new, but it sure drives awesome.
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Don't be a dummy, Sam. He doesn't want a vert.
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And those boxsters are fucking ugly
make sure to being your purse and chihuahua when you go shoe shopping in that thing
and I cant believe you're actually recommending a 15 year old Porsche to someone who isn't looking to spend a lot of money. Oh sure, price of entry is manageable. But you get what you pay for.
make sure to being your purse and chihuahua when you go shoe shopping in that thing
and I cant believe you're actually recommending a 15 year old Porsche to someone who isn't looking to spend a lot of money. Oh sure, price of entry is manageable. But you get what you pay for.
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So .. we can all agree that the S2000 is best right?
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And those boxsters are fucking ugly
make sure to being your purse and chihuahua when you go shoe shopping in that thing
and I cant believe you're actually recommending a 15 year old Porsche to someone who isn't looking to spend a lot of money. Oh sure, price of entry is manageable. But you get what you pay for.
make sure to being your purse and chihuahua when you go shoe shopping in that thing
and I cant believe you're actually recommending a 15 year old Porsche to someone who isn't looking to spend a lot of money. Oh sure, price of entry is manageable. But you get what you pay for.
If he doesn't want a vert that's a different story.
Yup.
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Nanxun, that car you posted, I believe, is a base model. It appears to have poorly painted base front calipers, instead of the 4 piston Akebono calipers.
I believe the trim lines go: base (no name) -> touring -> sport touring -> nismo
I have a feeling the nismo is out of your price range, but if anything, try to find a Sport Touring. They are 80-85% of what a Nismo is. They come nicely appointed, and have most of the important stuff the nismo has.. forged wheels, big brakes, syncro rev match, better stereo, LSD, etc.
I believe the trim lines go: base (no name) -> touring -> sport touring -> nismo
I have a feeling the nismo is out of your price range, but if anything, try to find a Sport Touring. They are 80-85% of what a Nismo is. They come nicely appointed, and have most of the important stuff the nismo has.. forged wheels, big brakes, syncro rev match, better stereo, LSD, etc.
There's also this very nice 2014 example in "touring sport" trim with a manual, but it's about $10k beyond what I can afford.
Hmmmmm....
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https://minneapolis.craigslist.org/d...214073563.html
https://minneapolis.craigslist.org/h...215504198.html
https://minneapolis.craigslist.org/r...212945609.html
There are plenty more and this is in an area where a convertible is fairly rare and not all that useful. Look in CA or FL and these will be dime a dozen even for one that's slightly newer.
No it's not as new, but it sure drives awesome.
https://minneapolis.craigslist.org/h...215504198.html
https://minneapolis.craigslist.org/r...212945609.html
There are plenty more and this is in an area where a convertible is fairly rare and not all that useful. Look in CA or FL and these will be dime a dozen even for one that's slightly newer.
No it's not as new, but it sure drives awesome.
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ugh... no. It's not. After having one, there isn't many people I would recommend one to. the ND Miata steps it up a bit, but that's likely too expensive still.
You could always look at a late model 350z.
Im going to have to say, given his price point, yes.
Within my price range and in my area, only found one example of a 370Z in "touring sport" trim, but it's an automatic. 2009 MY w/42,600 miles on the clock, asking $17k
There's also this very nice 2014 example in "touring sport" trim with a manual, but it's about $10k beyond what I can afford.
Hmmmmm....
There's also this very nice 2014 example in "touring sport" trim with a manual, but it's about $10k beyond what I can afford.
Hmmmmm....
Im going to have to say, given his price point, yes.
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https://norfolk.craigslist.org/cto/d...200232768.html
FYI - I purchased mine with 115,000 for $12,500 .. just make sure you get a good PPI and check for consistent compression.
What I linked you isn't a terrible deal, but I think you could get him down a grand or so. IMO - 04 & 05 are the best years for these cars at the given price point.
FYI - I purchased mine with 115,000 for $12,500 .. just make sure you get a good PPI and check for consistent compression.
What I linked you isn't a terrible deal, but I think you could get him down a grand or so. IMO - 04 & 05 are the best years for these cars at the given price point.
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The nice thing with a vert, like the s2000 (and really any vert) is that they more than likely never saw cold weather driving. No salt. No ice. No sand and gravel. No road grime. Etc. Winters are super hard on cars, especially as they age. The nice thing with a high mileage s2000 is that it likely never really saw adverse conditions.
A summer only car with 100k is not the same as a year round car with 100k.
A summer only car with 100k is not the same as a year round car with 100k.