Repost Re-Do: What's your Top 10 Garage, Oppo?

"Desu-San-Desu" (Desu-San-Desu) 11/17/2013 at 20:05 • Filed to: None

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This is referring to your Top 10 if you suddenly possessed a more-than-decently-sized sum of money one day and had a 10 car garage to fill. What are the Top 10 Cars that you would buy straight away to fill up that shiny new garage?

Mine has stayed pretty damned consistent over the last couple of years. This is partly because I don't have much desire whatsoever for supercars or hypercars. My automotive lusts lie primarily in taking more average, attainable-yet-rare everyman cars and modifying them to suit my tastes and desires. Here's my current top 10:

1) 1977 Toyota Celica GT RA29 18R-G W50

"Because I love the look of a muscle car, but want to reliability and handling of a Japanese sports car. There's also the fact that I don't have a mullet or a 'Free Bird' tattoo."

2) 1995 Audi RS2 Avant

"Them groceries ain't gonna transport themselves. Careful of the sodas- they might be a bit fizzy. That chocolate milk, though? Spot-on ready to drink."

3) 2007 Saab 9-2X Aero

" Get a WRX wagon', they all said. So I did. I got the version that's better-looking, better-handling, has cheaper insurance, and doesn't get me challenged to a race at every stoplight. It does still get me lots of tickets, but let's be honest- those are my fault."

4) 2013 Subaru BRZ

"A good, affordable sports coupe is like a fine wine- you have to get to it early and let it age to your personal palate before those goddamned Stance kids fuck it up with cheap aftermarket parts."

5) 1986 Alfa Romeo GTV-6 Callaway with NACA-spec hood swap.

"'You're not a proper gearhead until you've owned an Alfa', I've been told. It's a shame then that I find most Alfas hideous. Except the GTV-6. I would do countless horrible, carnal, sinful, illegal things for a GTV-6, so long as I was allowed to bring a spare one for parts with me to Hell."

6) 1998 Subaru Impreza 22B STi

"A Subaru without mud splatters is like Robert Downey Jr. without a rehab receipt in his coat pocket- completely false and absolutely no fun at all."

7) Simpson Design Italia II GTB

"Everyone likes to say 'Miata is the answer to everything', but I decided that wasn't enough. I decided to answer the question that nobody else would ask: what's better than a Miata? The answer? A Miata with a drop-dead gorgeous body kit that not only lowers the curb weight but also completely removes every hairdresser joke ever muttered in your direction."

8) 1992 BMW M3 Sport Evolution 2.5

"Go big or go home. If you're going to get a Bimmer, get the Bimmer. Don't fuck around when purchasing perfection."

9) Bowler EXR S

"Everyone likes to talk about what they'd do in a Zombie Apocalypse. I don't have to talk- I just have to drive. Drive where? Anywhere I goddamned please, that's where."

10) 2013 Ariel Atom 3 Supercharged

"I can't seem to keep dates with this car. All they do is complain about the lack of a stereo and how bugs keep getting in their hair. I'm like 'So the fuck what!? This thing is faster around a track than a Ferrari 458 Italia!'"

Some of the other typical 'Jalop' cars aren't on here, but rest assured that they're farther down the list due to their price and ease of obtaining. RX-7 FC's, AW11 MR2's, Opel GT's, 240z/260z's, etc., are cheap and easy enough to find that one doesn't need to win the lottery to get them, as plenty can be found for under $10k. As such they can wait until I finish building the addition to my garage, lol.

beardsbynelly - Rikerbeard > Desu-San-Desu 11/17/2013 at 20:12

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Why stop at 10?

OWN ALL THE SKYLINES

Tom McParland > Desu-San-Desu 11/17/2013 at 20:12

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This list is based on the fact live in the US so some of my absolute faves aren't available.
1. E63 AMG S 4matic wagon
2. Singer 911
3. NSX
4. E30 M3
5. 288 GTO
6. Pantera GTS
7. Tesla Model S P85+
8. Shelby Cobra 427 roadster
9. 70' Challenger
10. B6 S4 Avant

Of course this list will change. :D

Anon > Desu-San-Desu 11/17/2013 at 20:20

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Ferrari 458 Spyder

Ferrari F12

Ferrari Enzo

Ferrari 430 scuderia challenge car

Ferrari 250 GTO California

Ferrari F40

Koenigsegg Agera R

Mazda FD3S twin turbo RX7

Aston Martin Vanquish (2014)

Lamborghini Aventador

55Buick, Oversteer Scientist > Desu-San-Desu 11/17/2013 at 20:20

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In no particular order:
1) Ferrari 250 GT LWB Competizione Spider
2) Duesenberg Model J Supercharged
3) Aston Martin DB5
4) Lamborghini Miura SV
5) Mclaren F1
6) Mercedes 300SL
7) 1959 Buick Electra 225 Convertible
8) BMW M1
9) Jaguar F-Type V8S
10) 1929 Bentley Speed Six

A lot of cliche cars on this list, but I love each and every one of them.

Tom McParland > Anon 11/17/2013 at 20:28

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That is one monster garage. :)

matt > Desu-San-Desu 11/17/2013 at 20:37

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In no particular order,
Pagani Zonda Cinque
Lancia Delta S4 Stradale
RWB Porsche 911
AE86 (for drifting)
E30 325i or M3
Ford Sierra Cosworth
McLaren F1 GTR
Saab 900 Turbo
Mercedes 300SLR
Challenger T/A

Dubblewhopper > Desu-San-Desu 11/17/2013 at 20:39

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Hmmmmm....

1.) 1957 or 58 Ferrari 250 GTO Testa Rossa

2.) 1969 Chevrolet Corvette ZL1.

3.) 1938 Bugatti 57C Atlantic

4.) John Lennon's 1965 Rolls Royce

5.) Janis Joplin's 1965 Porsche 356C

6.) 1987 Ferrari Testarossa

7.) Jaguar XJ220

8.) 1963 Aston Martin DB5

9.) 1975 Ford Torino (painted to look exactly like in Starsky & Hutch)

10.) 1962 or 1963 Ford Galaxie 500

Desu-San-Desu > Anon 11/17/2013 at 20:40

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Horse-fucker.

;-)

Chuck 2(O=[][]=O)2 > Desu-San-Desu 11/17/2013 at 20:45

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I only need 5

But seriously,

Ford GT40

Chevy C2 Stingray

BMW 2002 Turbo

Porsche RS 73'

Aston Martin Zagato

Ferrari F40

1968 Dodge Charger HEMI

Ferrari 250 Lusso

Bowler Nemesis EXR

De Tomaso Mangusta

Anon > Tom McParland 11/17/2013 at 20:48

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Why thank you! Now if you know where I could get about 10 million dollars to buy it (Sans 250, but I would live) I would appreciate it.

Anon > Desu-San-Desu 11/17/2013 at 20:49

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Tom McParland > Anon 11/17/2013 at 20:53

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I don't play the lotto often but I will play when it's huge like 150mil plus. I know I won't win but I call it "a dollar to daydream," I buy a ticket and think about all the great rides I would buy on the way home.

Anon > Tom McParland 11/17/2013 at 20:57

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Well if you ever win and want to get rid of a measly $270,000 then I wouldn't mind a 458 spyder. You know we English teachers (well in like two and a half years) have to stick together!

oldirtybootz > Desu-San-Desu 11/17/2013 at 20:59

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1) 2003 Ford Mustang Mach 1
2) 2006 Ford GT
3) 1970 Plymouth Roadrunner
4) 1977 Pontiac Firebird Trans Am
5) 1970 Ferrari 365 GTB/4
6) 1981 Porsche 930 Slant Nose
7) 1968 Ford Mustang GT 390
8) 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia Sprint GTA
9) 1958 Plymouth Fury
10) 1988 Ford Bronco Eddie Bauer by Icon

This is surprisingly difficult to do.

Tom McParland > Anon 11/17/2013 at 21:08

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I didn't know you planned on teaching. For some reason I thought you were going into publishing or writing or something....are you sure you want to go into education? ;) Just kidding you'll be fine.

Anyway, we should talk in more detail as you get closer.

wbizarre - OEM fetishist > Desu-San-Desu 11/17/2013 at 21:11

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I can't bring myself to put them in order.

BMW E24 M635i

BMW E30 M3

BMW 2002 Touring

Mercedes Benz 540K

Porsche 911 (1st Gen)

1964 Cadillac Coupe DeVille

Alfa Romeo GTV 2000

Ferrari F355

McLaren F1

Audi 100ls

Sn210 > Desu-San-Desu 11/17/2013 at 21:12

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The semi-realistic, we'll rounded top ten
1. The Daily driver - 2014 Audi S8
2. The Classic - 1960's Lincoln Continental
3. The Muscle car - 1970 Camaro z28 (split bumper)
4. The Sleeper - Dodge Spirit R/T
5. The Truck - GMC Syclone
6. The Ferrari - Ferrari 550
7. The Group B - Ford RS200
8. The track toy - Lotus 340r
9. The BMW - BMW 850csi
10. Delorean DMC-12

The just-won-powerball top ten
1. Ferrari f40
2. Ferrari F50
3. Mercedes Benz CLK-GTR
4. Bugatti EB110
5. Jaguar XJ220
6. Ferrari 288 GTO
7. Ford Rs200
8. Mercedes-Benz 300sl "Gullwing"
9. Shelby Cobra
10. McLaren F1

Anon > Tom McParland 11/17/2013 at 21:43

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Well I would like to be a writer but I want to teach as well. After I graduate with my bachelors, I think I'm going to join the peace corps and then teach wherever they put me. After that I'd be interested in teaching in Japan for two or so years. At some point I'd like to get my doctorate and be a professor. Though If I can write a successful novel I might just stay working in Japan.

911e46z06 > Desu-San-Desu 11/18/2013 at 00:36

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So I'm assuming that I get to keep all the cars I have now, which means I'm all set for my hauling, towing, and exploring needs. If not, knock out a few of my choices for a Chevy diesel and a K5 Blazer.

So first, we have the stuff that I've always lusted after:

Then, with the dream cars taken care of, we need a perfect daily driver:

Then we need a ridiculous track car:

Then we need something for loud, smoky hooning:

And finally, something to redneck around in. Yeah, deal with it.

Desu-San-Desu > 911e46z06 11/18/2013 at 07:34

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Gotta tell ya, your list is pretty awesome, lol.

911e46z06 > Desu-San-Desu 11/18/2013 at 13:29

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Thanks man. I feel pretty good about it.

revrseat70 > Desu-San-Desu 11/18/2013 at 13:58

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The Family Car: The CTS-V Wagon

The Daily Driver: BMW 1M

The Track Car: Lotus Exige S

The Sunday Drive: Eagle Speedster

The Rally Car: Subaru 22B STi

The one she's too scared to get in: Porsche 993 GT2

The one she would love to get in: Audi R8 V10 (Gt: Probably; Gated Shifter: Oh Yes)

The Boyhood Dream: 1969 Camaro RS/SS

The Frequent Flyer: The Bowler Nemesis EXR

The Wildcard: JC Mini (VTEC/AWD Conversion? I think yes)

Local Miata Bro > Desu-San-Desu 11/18/2013 at 21:22

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In Order

1967 Shelby GT500 Super Snake

McLaren F1 LM

Ferrari 275 GTB N.A.R.T. Spyder

Audi RS6 Avant

Nissan Skyline GTR R32

1968 Dodge Charger Hemi

Porsche 911 GT2 RS

Ferrari 550 Maranello

Mazda RX7 Spirt R

1998 Toyota Supra Turbo

TheNeonDriver - Now with More BMW! > Desu-San-Desu 11/21/2013 at 16:41

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1. 2011 BMW 335xi M Sport - The DD

2. 2009 Audi S8 - Highway Wafter

3. 2009 Subaru STI Wagon - Foul Weather DD/Rally Champ

4. 2011 Porsche 911 GT3 - Track Rat

5. 2012 McLaren 12C - Every Day Super Car

6. 2012 BRZ - Autocross weapon

7. 2010 Lamborghini Gallardo LP-560-4 Manual in Blue - Dream Car

8. 2008 Aston Martin Vantage - Weekend non-douche distance cruiser

9. Modified 2010 GTR - Drag/Track/Insane/Terrifying

10. 2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee 3.6 - The Family Man

liquid_popcorn > Desu-San-Desu 12/03/2013 at 17:57

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1. 2014 Aston Martin Vanquish

2. Ferrari 458

3. Fully restomodded Datsun 240Z

4. Jaguar E-Type

5. BMW E30 M3

6. Ariel Atom 3 SC

7. Porsche 911 Turbo

8. LR Defender Diesel (current model)

9. Audi RS5 Avant

10. Audi R8 V10 (dsg option for the wife)

It'd be hard to rule out a few other dream cars, though:

Koenigsegg Agera R

McLaren MP4-12C

Jaguar F-Type V8

Ferrari 512TR

NSX!!!

Ferrari 288GTO

Completely restored 356C

Eagle Speedster...

Ferrari 430 Spider

Desu-San-Desu > 911e46z06 03/03/2014 at 15:56

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I was sooooo tempted to throw the Integrale into my list, but I just couldn't figure out what to replace with it. Consider it my #11. =D