Am I Crazy? GT-R edition

"B_dol" (bdolan40)
09/03/2014 at 16:11 • Filed to: None

Admittedly, I'm a little off my rocker. In 2012, I purchased a Scion FR-S with the intention of keeping it until I can no longer drive it or I am forced to sell it to a family member.

Since 2012, I have been pondering what my next purchase will be to join the FR-S in the garage and act as a weekend car and occasional DD. After a lot of deliberation it has ultimately come down a 991 Carrera S or Nissan GT-R.

This is where I get fully crazy, since I actually like (yes, you read that correct) the GT-R styling and its rather subtle presence on the road (compared to a flashier car). I even went so far as to rent a Nissan GT-R for a day and absolutely loved it.

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I find the GT-R as a perfect compliment to the manual FR-S, and although I hear the 911 is sublime, there is something to be said about having a more unique car. Call me crazy, but if the next gen GT-R sheds some pounds and finds itself a real interior (worthy of $90K)... i might just bite. The used market and depreciation have also been very kind.

What say you? Get used to this view, I love Blue or Matte Grey on this car.

DISCUSSION (34)

Manuél Ferrari > B_dol
09/03/2014 at 16:17

DO IT!!!

Chris_K_F drives an FR-Slow > B_dol
09/03/2014 at 16:19

Sounds like a perfect "winter beater" to compliment the FR-S! ;)

gawdzillla > B_dol
09/03/2014 at 16:21

I like that color too.

Don't forget the inflated super car maintenance cost.

If you have the mean to buy / daily drive it. More power to you.

macanamera > B_dol
09/03/2014 at 16:22

Do it. Had one, loved it.

Leadbull > macanamera
09/03/2014 at 16:25

[jelly intensifies]

macanamera > Leadbull
09/03/2014 at 16:26

lulz

jtiberius91 > B_dol
09/03/2014 at 16:28

...the fact that we are looking at the same exact cars makes me so happy

BROTHERS!!!

Alex B > B_dol
09/03/2014 at 16:47

Do it! I too, love the GT-R. Keep us updated!

1337HPMustang > B_dol
09/03/2014 at 16:54

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trololol

No Prius Needed > macanamera
09/03/2014 at 17:07

Why just "had'?

macanamera > No Prius Needed
09/03/2014 at 17:19

Moved on. I'm a one-car kind of guy. I went to something with two more cylinders, same number of turbos, and 65 more horsepower. And one million more torque.

B_dol > macanamera
09/03/2014 at 17:27

How long did you have yours for and did you buy new or used (contemplating used... if the next gen comes out people will be dropping the older ones)? Give me a quick rundown of your ownership experience! Fuel the fire

B_dol > jtiberius91
09/03/2014 at 17:27

Looking for real, or still daydreaming?!

Manuél Ferrari > macanamera
09/03/2014 at 17:30

but I thought you have the Merc and the 911 right now? Or is the 911 gone?

macanamera > B_dol
09/03/2014 at 17:34

3 years. A total blast. Actually faster than everyone says it is. It has a secret keyhole you will never need to use (you know what I'm talking about, CAcoalminer). Gets a ton of attention.

Very expensive to maintain. Check our RE070R2's on Tire Rack. Rotors and pads all around cost almost 10K. Diff service was like $1000 dollars. Makes a lot of noises. Clanks, rattles, brakes go chink-chink-chink over bumps (full floaters). Exhaust noise is very underwhelming. Needs a proper exhaust, needs nothing else.

It is righteously fast. The AWD just...knows, man. It just knows. Drove it 100 miles in 3 inches of fresh snow on ultra-super-extreme-batshit summer tires, still alive. Drove it through 1/2 mile of soggy, muddy, farmland during a crazy storm that knocked down trees and blocked roads so I could get home to my terrified puppy (if I had a video of doing that, it would have 28592385927495942582 views. I truly wish I had in car video, but alas, I was worried about other things). Took it like a champ, not a scratch on the car after a thorough cleaning. That was also on the summer tires.

What else would you like to know?

jtiberius91 > B_dol
09/03/2014 at 17:37

looking for real!!

macanamera > Manuél Ferrari
09/03/2014 at 17:37

Basically my dad's at this point. I never drive it anymore, idk.

Manuél Ferrari > macanamera
09/03/2014 at 17:43

ah, got it. That's cool that you are a one car guy. I wish I was too. I'd save a lot of money! But I have commitment problems. With cars and girls...

B_dol > macanamera
09/03/2014 at 17:44

Thanks for the reply! I figured I could offset the maintenance costs by purchasing a gently used variety (depreciation is my friend). All in all, for a $100K car it seems to have less potential for a surprise $10K bill unless you are tracking it.

I think it would tick all the boxes I want to fulfill beyond the FR-S, namely: sense of occasion, torque, awd, tuner friendly. I would slap a mean exhaust on this and call it a day.

My only concern is how it would compare to a 911 Carrera S in ownership terms, and whether I would enjoy driving the Porsche more. I want to be able to take the car to work, and I want to be able to put miles on it without sweating bullets. Most of my driving pleasure is derived on empty backstreets late at night or canyon roads.

I also like the GT-R is a bit meaner, more mad-max like. I wouldn't worry so much if it was scratched.

B_dol > jtiberius91
09/03/2014 at 17:45

Spill the beans. Are you looking to add to the stable or replace? What year, color and trim etc. GT-R do you want and have you had extended seat time in one?

macanamera > B_dol
09/03/2014 at 17:48

You want the truth? I've daily driven a GT-R, and a 911 C2S Cab 6-speed.

You want the 911, bud.

B_dol > macanamera
09/03/2014 at 17:50

Yep, I agree. If I can only have one the 911 has to be it. I just worry the FR-S will get zero seat time if I upgrade to a Porsche.

B_dol > macanamera
09/03/2014 at 17:54

I'll ask you a non-ownership question. Mulling another day rental to celebrate a small life victory. Feasible options are Lotus Elise, SRT Viper, 911 Carrera S (7 speed). Public roads.

macanamera > B_dol
09/03/2014 at 17:55

When you have a 911, you don't need seat time in anything else. You are one. You are content.

macanamera > B_dol
09/03/2014 at 17:58

Never rent a Viper. Never rent a viper. Rent a viper. A viper. Always. Always rent.

Always rent a Viper.

B_dol > macanamera
09/03/2014 at 18:06

Sound logic. Perhaps I can get my coworker to lend me his for half the price of this exotic rental service.

macanamera > B_dol
09/03/2014 at 18:07

Nah, get a rental with rental insurance, lol.

B_dol > macanamera
09/03/2014 at 18:09

I can't wrap my head around the $/hr cost, its insane. I'm better off picking up a set of 17x9 wheels/tires for the FR-S and adding to the 911 fund.

macanamera > B_dol
09/03/2014 at 18:23

Do that then. I think renting exotics is a waste of money anyways.

B_dol > macanamera
09/03/2014 at 18:37

This is Oppo. You're supposed to support the crazy, stupid ideas not the rational choices! Already have my eye on these, waiting to pull the trigger

Kinja'd!!!

macanamera > B_dol
09/03/2014 at 19:07

The only concrete thing I'm telling you is go 911. Other than that, go crazy!

jtiberius91 > B_dol
09/03/2014 at 22:00

So I'm in between a Carrera S (2012-2013) or a 2013+ Gt-R. I'm personally interested in a Gun Metallic or a Regal Red, no preference really on the interior.

I have spent some extended time in a GT-R, bout 4 hours driving time, and I agree with you on the interior part. Buuuuut I'm a sucker for a 911 so we'll see. It would be to add to the stable, but it depends if I finally decide to move to NYC or not...cause if I do, then just one car (if that) will be coming with me!

Have you seen the 911 50th Anniversary? I am so in love with that car!! LOVE those plaid seats and Fuchs wheels :D

CAcoalminer > B_dol
09/03/2014 at 22:12

You're definitely not crazy. The GT-R is quite an intriguing car.

B_dol > jtiberius91
09/04/2014 at 00:25

Nice, hands down the 911 is the better purchase to make! I'm not a huge fan of the 50th Anniversary interior but I do like the package. If I could find a 2012-2013 optioned like I want (Carrera S, sport exterior package, sport exhaust, MT) I would bite, but that seems hard. I would most likely have to buy new custom order

The GT-R is just alluring, sure its rough around the edges and not perfect. That is the charm of a real sports car though. It feels less dainty and flies a bit more under the radar. I actually like red on it as well, although I won't own a red car.... Gun Metallic on a red interior is divine. Interested to hear how it pans out for you!