What is your "goal" car?

"Dr. Zoidberg - RIP Oppo" (thetomselleck) 08/24/2018 at 22:39 • Filed to: oppo opulence

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So there’s the “dream” car... like an F40 or an F1.. . But what is your G OA L car? You know, something you might see yourself when you land that cush job, finally get that big promotion, or rob a local credit union.

I have a 1a and 1b. 1b is couldn’t be more obvious... the LC500.

But just a notch above that... The Lotus Evora S.

Now... I don’t have any rich relatives and virtually all of my money will probably be funneled towards other life things, stuff that matters more (I GUESS) ... But I hope to live long enough to enjoy something extravagant and impractical before the bell tolls.

unclevanos (Ovaltine Jenkins) > Dr. Zoidberg - RIP Oppo 08/24/2018 at 22:43

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C5 corvette FRC/ coupe or a Chevy SS 6 speed manual

AestheticsInMotion > Dr. Zoidberg - RIP Oppo 08/24/2018 at 22:45

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LC500 is such a great goal car.

V70r is my immediate goal car, with OG NSX right behind it

jimz > Dr. Zoidberg - RIP Oppo 08/24/2018 at 22:45

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I don’t really have one.  I’m an engineer and I don’t ever want to be management, so that “big promotion” (what, man, are you still living in the 1960s?) ain’t gonna happen. the bikes are my toys.  

Maxima Speed > Dr. Zoidberg - RIP Oppo 08/24/2018 at 22:46

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A red, manual, Subaru BRZ.

Junkrat aka Rick Sanchez: Fury Road Edition > Dr. Zoidberg - RIP Oppo 08/24/2018 at 22:48

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Probably like a Cayman S or Carrera GTS.

I’m the sorta guy that would rather have 10 $5,000 cars than 1 50,000 dollar car.

TheD0k_2many toys 2little time > Dr. Zoidberg - RIP Oppo 08/24/2018 at 22:48

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Finishing my LS swap FC Rx7...

interstate366, now In The Industry > Dr. Zoidberg - RIP Oppo 08/24/2018 at 22:51

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NSX prices are probably out of my league now, so I have to go with a Chaser. Although landing the TL was a big one for me.

lone_liberal > Dr. Zoidberg - RIP Oppo 08/24/2018 at 22:53

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I haven’t thought about that for a long time. I’m too old and fat to really want a hardcore sports car for anything more than a brief time. I might go Mercedes  SL63 AMG roadster. 

smobgirl > Dr. Zoidberg - RIP Oppo 08/24/2018 at 22:54

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Elise.

Or Z3 M coupe.

But give me 6 months, I’ll change my mind.

Dr. Zoidberg - RIP Oppo > lone_liberal 08/24/2018 at 22:56

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A goal vehicle doesn't have to be sporty... It could be an F350 King Ranch, or a Typhoon!

Tapas > Dr. Zoidberg - RIP Oppo 08/24/2018 at 22:56

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I dont know anymore. For the longest time, I’ve wanted the F-Type R (pre-2016) or a Cayman GTS (981).

After the E39 M5, I need something that is as small or smaller than the Cayman but sounds as loud inside the cabin. Because the M5 has a lot of sound deadening. I don’t know anything like that in existence.

My goal right now is a winter beater.

I want a wagon or a small SUV/Truck. Like a ‘99 RAV4.

I’d actually love some suggestions for a winter beater.

Die-Trying > Dr. Zoidberg - RIP Oppo 08/24/2018 at 22:57

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404 - User No Longer Available > Dr. Zoidberg - RIP Oppo 08/24/2018 at 22:57

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911 Targa. In Amethyst Metallic.

Maybe with a saddle brown interior.

Bman76 (no it doesn't need a WS6 hood) M. Arch > Dr. Zoidberg - RIP Oppo 08/24/2018 at 22:58

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AestheticsInMotion > Tapas 08/24/2018 at 23:01

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V8 miata 

CarsofFortLangley - Oppo Forever > Dr. Zoidberg - RIP Oppo 08/24/2018 at 23:02

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Right now? GT350

lone_liberal > Dr. Zoidberg - RIP Oppo 08/24/2018 at 23:03

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True! Speaking  for myself when I was younger it would have been a rear engined Ferrari or Lamborghini. Now it’s either the Merc or an Aston Martin. More GT and less boy racer. Trucks are definitely not my thing unless I have to move a bunch of mulch.

Dr. Zoidberg - RIP Oppo > Tapas 08/24/2018 at 23:04

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Corolla Alltrac wagon 

Dr. Zoidberg - RIP Oppo > Die-Trying 08/24/2018 at 23:04

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YOU

Captain of the Enterprise > Dr. Zoidberg - RIP Oppo 08/24/2018 at 23:05

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I pretty much gave up on anything more than $10,000 at this point. I’m probably not going to make much once I leave college as a public health student.  My 2011 Camry will probably be as good as I get for the next 5-10 years.

Neil drives a beetle and a fancy beetle > Dr. Zoidberg - RIP Oppo 08/24/2018 at 23:06

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In order of loftiness. Focus RS, M2 Comp, 911 GTS in a flashy color.

Neil drives a beetle and a fancy beetle > Neil drives a beetle and a fancy beetle 08/24/2018 at 23:06

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Dr. Zoidberg - RIP Oppo > Captain of the Enterprise 08/24/2018 at 23:09

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There are other ways to acquire superfluous income. Good real estate timing, extortion, fraud...

Poor_Sh > Bman76 (no it doesn't need a WS6 hood) M. Arch 08/24/2018 at 23:11

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So much want.

Die-Trying > Dr. Zoidberg - RIP Oppo 08/24/2018 at 23:12

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yeahp,........ i have been actively building my dream/goal cars, in fits and starts.

this one has the extra bore package........

i just need to finish flooring it, and wiring it, and run a steering column...... goals, and all that right?........

Poor_Sh > Dr. Zoidberg - RIP Oppo 08/24/2018 at 23:13

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I kinda have mine... But maybe a Morgan 3 Wheeler!

BeaterGT > Dr. Zoidberg - RIP Oppo 08/24/2018 at 23:13

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Sovande > Dr. Zoidberg - RIP Oppo 08/24/2018 at 23:13

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2015.5 Volvo V60 R Design or Polestar. I almost bought one this spring but then cooler heads prevailed... 

WilliamsSW > Dr. Zoidberg - RIP Oppo 08/24/2018 at 23:15

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promoted by the color red > Dr. Zoidberg - RIP Oppo 08/24/2018 at 23:16

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Golf R in Ginster Yellow or Viper Green

BrianGriffin thinks “reliable” is just a state of mind > Dr. Zoidberg - RIP Oppo 08/24/2018 at 23:17

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I hit my “realistic goal” when I bought my new- used LR4. I guess my goal-goal car would be a new Range Rover or Cayenne, but even if I made four times my salary I still think I’m frugal enough to not buy new. The wife’s gonna get her “goal” car later this year, either a new-used X5 or RX350.

Maxima Speed > Neil drives a beetle and a fancy beetle 08/24/2018 at 23:18

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Wise choice.

Maxima Speed > Bman76 (no it doesn't need a WS6 hood) M. Arch 08/24/2018 at 23:19

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Now we know who the unhinged people in  room are.

Maxima Speed > 404 - User No Longer Available 08/24/2018 at 23:20

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Mmmmmmm Targa

Maxima Speed > WilliamsSW 08/24/2018 at 23:20

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Uhhhh

wafflesnfalafel > Dr. Zoidberg - RIP Oppo 08/24/2018 at 23:23

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probably a GT4 or Grand Sport vette...  something I can properly wrap myself around a telephone pole with

Spamfeller Loves Nazi Clicks > Dr. Zoidberg - RIP Oppo 08/24/2018 at 23:28

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I’m here, so... prepare for the wall of text.

Draco.

Draco’s the name that’ll go on the badges. The internal code name I’ve been using is “chili_too_hot”. It’s a reference to this . One that most people just don’t get.

Draco is not a car you can buy with money, or you can build from a parts catalog. 1986 Daytona TurboZ C/S body, because it has the lowest C/D (and looks the best.) And that’s... about all that stays stock.
Oh, sure, she keeps a 2.2 motor. Except turned 90 degrees. See, the G24 chassis is direct conversion from FWD to RWD. No cutting involved. Replace K-frame, install axle, go. But that assumes an LA block V8 and a live rear axle.
And that? Well, the V8's something old Carroll would do for sure. But the rest, not a chance. He would not make something handle worse. That’s just unacceptable.

And that’s why Draco ain’t getting built any time soon. Because it involves completely re-engineering fundamental crash structures without altering body work to handle full multi-link o ut back and up front. That’s beyond my ability to design on paper. Even with measurements. Same for any aero tweaking.. the 86 body is actually really great there. Hard to improve. The rear spoiler is effective above ~95MPH.
That’s before dealing with the cost. Power might be a 2.2 turbo, but it is not like any 2.2 you’ve seen before or will ever see after I build it. 2.2 CB shortblock, but with a Cosworth/Maserati 16v, and a great deal many more internal modifications. Using a 4+4 none-active MPFI injector setup on a sigma-lambda algorithm controlled by MoTec . (TL;DR - 8 injectors, only 1 firing by default, with the +X+Y fired based on the sum of the O2 and all other inputs .) Plus full electronic control of boost and bypass for dial-a-yield.
Transmission is nothing too fancy at least. Tremec TR6060 probably, but depends on torque, as I’d prefer the lighter weight of the Getrag 6MTI550.

The net result? Around 2700-2800lbs, 225-500HP, true RWD, bulletproof durability, and a skidpad that will destroy literally anything street legal. And quite a few things that aren’t .

BoxerFanatic, troublesome iconoclast. > Dr. Zoidberg - RIP Oppo 08/24/2018 at 23:32

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Goal cars :

Porsche 911, various configurations.

Porsche Cayman, preferably GT4 or Boxster Spyder.

Jaguar F-type S supercharged, RWD 6-speed.

Evora is on that list.

BMW i8 is creeping into that list, too, especially the roadster.

Dr. Zoidberg - RIP Oppo > WilliamsSW 08/24/2018 at 23:35

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NOT A CAR

sony1492 > Dr. Zoidberg - RIP Oppo 08/24/2018 at 23:35

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2015-ish cts, once they’ve devalued to my level.

Dr. Zoidberg - RIP Oppo > BeaterGT 08/24/2018 at 23:36

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Ye ah baby

Dr. Zoidberg - RIP Oppo > smobgirl 08/24/2018 at 23:39

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Good choices

Dr. Zoidberg - RIP Oppo > jimz 08/24/2018 at 23:40

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Do you have a goal bike? 

HFV has no HFV. But somehow has 2 motorcycles > Dr. Zoidberg - RIP Oppo 08/24/2018 at 23:41

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I don’t have any specific goal cars exactly but I have a goal garage. It includes

A nice AWD DD, a fun FWD car, a fun RWD car. I’m 2/3 The way there

Bonus is a chunk of land and a few old beaters to hoon on a home made RallyX coarse. 

WilliamsSW > Dr. Zoidberg - RIP Oppo 08/24/2018 at 23:42

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IT’S BETTER THAN THAT

It’s either this Bonneville or an E63 wagon. 

WilliamsSW > Maxima Speed 08/24/2018 at 23:43

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What, just because it’s neither reasonable nor a car? Pffft

Chariotoflove > Dr. Zoidberg - RIP Oppo 08/24/2018 at 23:44

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Depends on the day of the week and the phase of the moon.

But it’s almost always a convertible.

SilentButNotReallyDeadly...killed by G/O Media > Dr. Zoidberg - RIP Oppo 08/24/2018 at 23:44

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The MAN TGM 13.290 dual cab chassis would work for me. Flat deck with a HIAB crane plus a crane - on camper kitchen module and a Suzuki Jimny in a crane-on cradle .

LongbowMkII > Dr. Zoidberg - RIP Oppo 08/24/2018 at 23:45

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The Evora s is going to be more attainable for a while

BeaterGT > Dr. Zoidberg - RIP Oppo 08/24/2018 at 23:50

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It’d have to be quite the promotion but maybe one day.

ADabOfOppo; Gone Plaid (Instructables Can Be Confusable) > Dr. Zoidberg - RIP Oppo 08/24/2018 at 23:54

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I truly do not post this wishing to brag. I’ve been extremely fortunate and now am able to enjoy it, for a while at least.

Getting to buy a brand new car of any sort was a goal of mine. So my GTI checked that box.

Getting to ‘own’ a Lexus was the next goal. My NX 300 F-Sport butchered that sports metaphor. I only have the NX because I work at my dealership and have qualified to get a subsidized lease.

As a car enthusiast I am always looking for the next cool ride, but I am very aware that I have it made right now, and I try to be grateful for the really nice things I already have.

I encourage you all to just keep up your efforts. You never know where life will take you. But hard work and dedication will eventually yield positive results. Or, we'll all be killed. Life's funny that way...

404 - User No Longer Available > Tapas 08/24/2018 at 23:56

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Rental spec Chevrolet Trax

*runs away*

f86sabre > Dr. Zoidberg - RIP Oppo 08/25/2018 at 00:00

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Atom.

Right now I’m pretty good.  The Evo is back on the road and the body shop is ordering parts to fix the 90 Mini.  That’s not a bad combo. 

dtg11 - is probably on an adventure with Clifford > Dr. Zoidberg - RIP Oppo 08/25/2018 at 00:03

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with my future job, I’ll never have a super expensive car (not just because of the pay, but also the connotation or appearance) so my pick would be the new Nissan Armada in blue

or the Kia K900

The Armada is the practical pick considering I want to have a family someday but the life of luxury without brand snobbery is a very  appealing idea

WilliamsSW > Die-Trying 08/25/2018 at 00:06

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Oooooh, that is so wrong it’s right...

shop-teacher > Dr. Zoidberg - RIP Oppo 08/25/2018 at 00:16

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Caddy CT6, Camaro 1LE.

Dr. Zoidberg - RIP Oppo > Spamfeller Loves Nazi Clicks 08/25/2018 at 00:19

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Dr. Zoidberg - RIP Oppo > LongbowMkII 08/25/2018 at 00:21

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YOU WOULD KNOW

KingT- 60% of the time, it works every time > Dr. Zoidberg - RIP Oppo 08/25/2018 at 00:28

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My goal cars would be realized when I am in a position to spend $80000 on 2 cars through a loan/cash.

Both would be used, obviously. Corvette Grand sport and E63 AMG wagon in thr exact colors as shown. I don’t need to explain why E63 wagon. But for Grand Sport. It is usable power with all the handling bits. Sure a Porsche would also come into this sweetspot but I love a good murrican V8

Carbon Fiber Sasquatch > Dr. Zoidberg - RIP Oppo 08/25/2018 at 00:35

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Dr. Zoidberg - RIP Oppo > Carbon Fiber Sasquatch 08/25/2018 at 00:36

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Great  fleet!

Dr. Zoidberg - RIP Oppo > Chariotoflove 08/25/2018 at 00:51

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M.T. Blake > Dr. Zoidberg - RIP Oppo 08/25/2018 at 01:04

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Short-ish term? Viper.

Long term? New Ferrari. 

Spasoje > Dr. Zoidberg - RIP Oppo 08/25/2018 at 01:04

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This right here, picked up in Munich:

G o t t a d o m y p art to save the manuals...

No Prius Needed > 404 - User No Longer Available 08/25/2018 at 01:12

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Is that the P1 color?

AMGtech - now with more recalls! > Dr. Zoidberg - RIP Oppo 08/25/2018 at 01:17

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KTM 790 (or 1290 super) adventure/Ducati Multistrada Enduro, with racks for boards and bikes

About 50 other motorcycles

E63 wagon, preferably 213 chassis

GLK/ML/GLE with the 651 4 cylinder diesel, lift, knobby tires, all the racks for all the toys

212 E63 with the M156 engine

A cougar like Huzer’s old one

X308 XJR

A Land Rover I can trust 

W114/115 with a supercharged E55 engine and transmission

C5 Z06

Series 1 Jaguar XJ with a supercharged 4.2 Jaguar engine swap

FD three rotor non turbo

Salsa Pony Rustler

Santa Cruz Bronson

Ibis Mojo

Yeti bike of some kind

Early 50's Ford pickup with a current mustang V8

And 50 other things

And a hangar with a loft apartment to live in and store it all

Future Heap Owner > Die-Trying 08/25/2018 at 01:54

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I am super into this

Saracen > Dr. Zoidberg - RIP Oppo 08/25/2018 at 01:54

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Panamera 4S Sport Turismo.

Tapas > 404 - User No Longer Available 08/25/2018 at 01:55

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Glad you ran away.

I’m very anti running.

Tapas > Dr. Zoidberg - RIP Oppo 08/25/2018 at 01:56

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What? When did that exist and where do I find one?

Tapas > AestheticsInMotion 08/25/2018 at 01:56

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WANT!

Perfect winter beater! :D

Future Heap Owner > Dr. Zoidberg - RIP Oppo 08/25/2018 at 01:57

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The rest of the money is for tools, tools, and some parts I guess

Kim Jong - Healthy > Dr. Zoidberg - RIP Oppo 08/25/2018 at 01:59

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given your examples, I’ll assume close to 6 figures.

given THAT, I choose either of these:

one for my manual needs, one for my inline 6 needs.

Future Heap Owner > Tapas 08/25/2018 at 02:01

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A corolla or civic hatchback or wagon would be great, but they probably don’t have many of those left if you need  a winter beater where you live.

pip bip - choose Corrour > Dr. Zoidberg - RIP Oppo 08/25/2018 at 06:47

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Dacia Sandero or Logan and a Holden Colorado 4x2 

RallyDarkstrike - Fan of 2-cyl FIATs, Eastern Bloc & Kei cars > Dr. Zoidberg - RIP Oppo 08/25/2018 at 07:14

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Easy! Very affordable (you can import mint one for less than $8k Canadian) , quirky, easy to find parts for online, maintenance is easy because the car is basic as all get-out, and brings a smile to everybody’s face! :D

diplodicus forgot his password > Tapas 08/25/2018 at 07:55

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Swap the s62 into an e28.

Khalbali > Dr. Zoidberg - RIP Oppo 08/25/2018 at 08:13

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I literally the other day just learned that I actually love British cars, I’ve been thinking about an x type for a DD and got to the attainable dream car list with my wife and it goes f type, evora , caterham, 3 wheeler. The order changes mostly based on whichever one I’ve thought about most recently, but someday I want to own one of those 4 at least.

404 - User No Longer Available > No Prius Needed 08/25/2018 at 09:29

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Porsches always had this colour, available on the Panamera and Cayenne. Think it needs to be special ordered on the 911. Harks back to “Aubergine” on the original 911.

Steve is equipped with Electronic Fool Injection > dtg11 - is probably on an adventure with Clifford 08/25/2018 at 09:35

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The Armada is probably the best full size SUV you can buy for under $100k. 

Steve is equipped with Electronic Fool Injection > Dr. Zoidberg - RIP Oppo 08/25/2018 at 09:46

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Goal Car:

S2000. I’m losing weight so in about 30 more pounds I’ll be able to drive one comfortably for more than an hour . Good ones are going up in value and I’m going to be teaching, so I might have to find one to restore. But still... the ones I’ve driven were amazing. If I can find one in Grand Prix white with red interior I will be in love.

The stretch goal will be a 997 Turbo. Manual of course. That will be my “ Dr. Steve Ph.D got a six-figure university job” car.

FTTOHG Has Moved to https://opposite-lock.com > Maxima Speed 08/25/2018 at 10:05

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I’m actively trying to convince my wife that one of these is a thing we should get (though I would also take a series.Yellow over red if one showed up for sale), but it will take some work.  So I’ve shifted to just looking at $3k-ish NA’s figuring that if she likes having a small 2-door thing we can upgrade later.

FTTOHG Has Moved to https://opposite-lock.com > Dr. Zoidberg - RIP Oppo 08/25/2018 at 10:07

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Mercedes Streeter > Dr. Zoidberg - RIP Oppo 08/25/2018 at 11:02

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Cars:

- s mart fortwo cdi.

- current gen MX-5.

Bikes:

- GS1100.

- Honda Grom/Monkey.

Chariotoflove > Dr. Zoidberg - RIP Oppo 08/25/2018 at 12:11

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That would do nicely. 

random001 > Dr. Zoidberg - RIP Oppo 08/25/2018 at 12:42

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Corvette.

But if I win the lottery, it's all the Evora for you, doc.

Tapas > Future Heap Owner 08/25/2018 at 13:53

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Yea....they would be great.

Tapas > diplodicus forgot his password 08/25/2018 at 13:54

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Wow, I can see my wallet hole pucker  already.

Old Red Wagon > Dr. Zoidberg - RIP Oppo 08/25/2018 at 16:19

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I was fortunate enough to buy my goal car last year when I bought my M2. I plan on keeping it for a very long time. Pictures are after I detailed it two days after I bought it. 

diplodicus forgot his password > Tapas 08/25/2018 at 17:14

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Its been done a few times. I think you have to cut the trans tunnel up, but other than that I think the biggest issue is the electronics for the s62. YouTube it and then find a good e28 chassis.

dtg11 - is probably on an adventure with Clifford > Steve is equipped with Electronic Fool Injection 08/26/2018 at 01:19

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It looks great, it’s built well, it’s reliable, and capable plus it’s shaping up to be a good value on the used market too

davesaddiction @ opposite-lock.com > Saracen 08/27/2018 at 10:26

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Got a target date on that? Just want to know roughly when I need to have the funds ready to buy your 911... =)

Svart Smart, traded in his Smart > Dr. Zoidberg - RIP Oppo 08/27/2018 at 10:53

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I have... degrees of them.

Kia Rio EX hatchback

Hyundai Elantra GT

BMW 230i Coupe

Porsche 718 Cayman (base)

davesaddiction @ opposite-lock.com > Dr. Zoidberg - RIP Oppo 08/27/2018 at 11:04

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I’ll own a Porsche one day, but no sooner than 5 years from now, and it may have to wait until I’m 50+ . Requirements are manual, NA, in an interesting color. If the fates shine brightly, it will be a GT4 or 991.2 GT3. Short of that I’d be very happy with a 991 S or 4S or a 981 Cayman S or GTS.

Or maybe I’ll just decide to get an Ariel Nomad instead...

Saracen > davesaddiction @ opposite-lock.com 08/27/2018 at 16:18

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Lol, you’ve got a little while. It’s a lofty goal, but I like to aim high. Also gotta pay for the Macan S I’m getting soon first.

The goal also might be upgraded to a GTS Sport Turismo, since the GTS will be announced soon.

davesaddiction @ opposite-lock.com > Saracen 08/27/2018 at 16:25

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Good to know.

What color/options  on your Macan S?

CaptDale - is secretly British > Dr. Zoidberg - RIP Oppo 08/27/2018 at 16:26

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An Austin Healey 100/6 Works Rally (probably replica)

This along with my Sprite and GTo would be the perfect car. I would probably end up letting the GTO sit because I would want to drive this beauty every day. A regular 100/6 isn’t really too expensive and making my own “works” wouldn’t be too costly if I do the work myself. The real ones are pushing $110k so that is out of the league of cushy job.

But classic looks, well built powerful inline 6, and all the amenities you “need” I would be beyond happy. It is my THE car for me.

ps. I suppose I wouldn’t be too unhappy with importing a TVR

Saracen > davesaddiction @ opposite-lock.com 08/27/2018 at 16:34

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Volcano gray, black perforated leather seats w/ventilation (a must have!) and heating, black window trim and roof rails, carplay, RS Spyder wheels, moonroof, and possibly keyless entry.

Waiting for the 2019 as it will have the new fancy PCM and new V6 engines.

Missus wants an SUV, so I promised to get one before I upgraded my toy. We’ll sell the allroad when the Macan arrives.

A new 4S/GTS ST is my goal, but if I fall short, Porsche has plenty of fun newer cars for me to consider (I love the 991.2, and the 718 GTS )

davesaddiction @ opposite-lock.com > Saracen 08/27/2018 at 16:44

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Very nice - love those wheels.

Saracen > davesaddiction @ opposite-lock.com 08/27/2018 at 19:07

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Yep, those wheels are a must.

After getting extended about of seat time in a Macan, I felt that it is perfectly enjoyable on a daily basis without all the extra performance options. I love those in a 911, but they’re not necessary in a CUV.