If you won the lottery tomorrow, what's the first car you'd buy?

"mazda616" (mazda616) 10/08/2014 at 20:15 • Filed to: Dream car

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Just curious. I bet we all have that one dream car we'd snap up in a heartbeat. I'm sure we all have a list of dream cars we would love to buy as well. But, for you, what's the car you would like to grab first?

For me, it's...a General Lee replica. I love the Charger itself, and I grew up on Dukes reruns. Most four or five-year-olds watched Barney. Me? I turned it to TNN and watched all the Dukes of Hazzard reruns I could. Yes, I know the show was cheesy and the acting was lame. That didn't matter to childhood me. I loved the General and loved seeing it do those totally unrealistic jumps.

Of course, once I had my General Lee replica, I'd have a Tesla Model S, a Mercedes-Benz SLR AMG, a Buick GSX, etc. But, I digress.

TL;DR What's the first expensive or inexpensive car you'd buy if you suddenly got millions of dollars via the lottery or whatever?

Nibby > mazda616 10/08/2014 at 20:19

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A new S550.

Kaizer Soze > mazda616 10/08/2014 at 20:19

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Ford RS200

Then E46 M3

My citroen won't start > mazda616 10/08/2014 at 20:19

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It probably also is the only cure to my chronic depression.

Scary__goongala! > mazda616 10/08/2014 at 20:19

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Honestly whatever car my Dad wants, because I don't think he has ever owned a car he really wanted. Otherwise probably a E28 M5, that I would daily drive.

Brian Silvestro > mazda616 10/08/2014 at 20:19

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I'd order one of these right away

Cherry_man1 > mazda616 10/08/2014 at 20:20

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This

And this

bob and john > mazda616 10/08/2014 at 20:21

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first card buy: Bently mulsanne Speed. because class, leather, and EIGHT HUNDRED AND ELEVEN foot pounds of torque.

T5Killer > mazda616 10/08/2014 at 20:23

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1964 Ford Country Squire/Galaxie Wagon and 2 FRPP 5.0 Coyote crate engines . (one for this Galaxie and one for my '95 Cobra)

Other cars would be a M1009 CUCV, BA Aussie Falcon, EB Falcon GT, build a Bentley Speed 8 replica car, Aston Martin Rapide for the wife and a F350 diesel and a big car trailer.

Kailand09 > mazda616 10/08/2014 at 20:24

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Bad Idea Hat > mazda616 10/08/2014 at 20:24

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I wouldn't buy.

I've actually thought this through. I would hook up with these fine folks and, hopefully, build my own 300 SLR. I'd happily pay them royalties or whatnot for their blueprints, and buy all the machining tools and other tools to put one together in my very own new, fully stocked garage with high-quality lift, etc.

$kaycog > mazda616 10/08/2014 at 20:25

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2006 Tungsten Grey Ford GT.

Dukie - Jalopnik Emergency Management Asshole > mazda616 10/08/2014 at 20:26

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I've wanted a 911 ever since I can remember. That would be first for me.
For the wife:

As a practical family vehicle:

Logansteno: Bought a VW? > mazda616 10/08/2014 at 20:27

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Hummer H2

Because fuck the haters, I want THE big ass american SUV that makes ZERO sense.

It helps that the 2008+ ones had a 6.2L V8 making almost 400 horsepower, and the interiors didn't seem half bad, unlike the early H2s.

D > mazda616 10/08/2014 at 20:29

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I'd search the whole country for a clean AW11—N/A hardtop. I'd buy this car first because it's pretty time sensitive, they'll only get rarer...

edit: I wouldn't buy the cleanest one I could find, just a clean one. I'd plan to modify it and I couldn't do that to a total cream puff. Unethical.

Dusty Ventures > mazda616 10/08/2014 at 20:30

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Honestly, first I'd probably get an '08 Outback simply because my current daily is about to die and I need a replacement practical DD. After that though, I'd go out and get myself a Ford RS200 Evolution

EDIT: OR A PRERUNNER!!!!

Frenchlicker > $kaycog 10/08/2014 at 20:34

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I would be hard pressed not to think of getting Gulf Raving livery. In the end, just so I don't look pretentious, I would probably go dark blue(I don't know the special name they had for it).

Dusty Ventures > Kaizer Soze 10/08/2014 at 20:34

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You have made the correct decision.

Rainbow > Logansteno: Bought a VW? 10/08/2014 at 20:34

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I'd go for the H1 instead. Not many cars have a center console as wide as a refrigerator.

Tom McParland > mazda616 10/08/2014 at 20:35

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First purchase E63 AMG Wagon. Second purchase- 991 GTS. Then it gets tricky...

extraspecialbitter > mazda616 10/08/2014 at 20:36

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The want has been bubbling over for a while...

CAcoalminer > Cherry_man1 10/08/2014 at 20:36

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Why the Ford GT?

Logansteno: Bought a VW? > Rainbow 10/08/2014 at 20:36

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Bloody hell, I never realized it was that wide.

mcseanerson > $kaycog 10/08/2014 at 20:36

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Had no idea you leaned towards Tungsten. I love Tungsten and thought it was an awesome color when it came out. I always wanted a Grabber Blue Mustang with Tungsten Stripes.

Frenchlicker > mazda616 10/08/2014 at 20:36

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I'd do something even more ridiculous, customize my '98 Taurus so it's basically a new high end car. And then tackle the bug I just bought.

Soloburrito > mazda616 10/08/2014 at 20:37

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Easy.

Ford GT.

CAcoalminer > Frenchlicker 10/08/2014 at 20:37

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Fine choices. The dark blue you're referring to is Midnight Blue Metallic. Also, the ones with Gulf Racing livery are known as "Heritage Editions."

CAcoalminer > $kaycog 10/08/2014 at 20:38

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I'm surprised.

Rainbow > Logansteno: Bought a VW? 10/08/2014 at 20:38

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Nether did I until I was looking up interior photos! Of course, I wonder why they don't just have a four-wide bench seat. I'd assume the cabin clears the driveshaft mostly, so there can't be much inside of that huge thing.

TheJWT > mazda616 10/08/2014 at 20:38

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I don't care if it's unoriginal

I don't car if it's overrated

I don't care if it's too obvious

Until the day arrives when I get one, this will forever be my answer. Bone stock and in white, please.

Frenchlicker > CAcoalminer 10/08/2014 at 20:41

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I did not know they came from the factory that way. In that case I would for sure get one because I wouldn't feel like as big of a douche.

Jayhawk Jake > mazda616 10/08/2014 at 20:41

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I like to think of this game in a real manner.

If I win the lottery, I need to collect my winnings in Topeka. I'd rent a car, drive to Topeka, get my money, and buy the first manual Corvette I can find nearby. C6 or C7. I'd use that to get home, take it to the dealer I bought my Sonic from, and order a C7 Z06.

Then I'd find a C6 ZR1 and I'd order an R8.

mcseanerson > mazda616 10/08/2014 at 20:42

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An unrestored C10 in good condition. To be reliable enough to get me to all the many other cars I will by and humble to keep me grounded. It was this or a Mazda2.

RallyWrench > mazda616 10/08/2014 at 20:44

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That's all I want.

$kaycog > Frenchlicker 10/08/2014 at 20:45

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That dark blue is Midnight Blue. I would take one in any color, but Tungsten Grey just does it for me.

$kaycog > mcseanerson 10/08/2014 at 20:45

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That would be beautiful!

$kaycog > CAcoalminer 10/08/2014 at 20:46

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Quite a shocker, isn't it?

mcseanerson > $kaycog 10/08/2014 at 20:47

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My first thought when it came out was I want that for Mustang stripes. And I'm not even a Ford guy.

CAcoalminer > Frenchlicker 10/08/2014 at 20:47

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They did indeed. In fact, they are actually the rarest and most valuable of all the GTs because only 343 were produced.

CAcoalminer > $kaycog 10/08/2014 at 20:48

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It is indeed.

Frenchlicker > CAcoalminer 10/08/2014 at 20:49

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Crap, how valuable?

JDIGGS > mazda616 10/08/2014 at 20:59

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Conan > mazda616 10/08/2014 at 21:02

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For the sheer impulsiveness of it:

105 HP of fury > mcseanerson 10/08/2014 at 21:04

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E92M3 > mazda616 10/08/2014 at 21:06

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F40 #becauseanalog

mcseanerson > 105 HP of fury 10/08/2014 at 21:07

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Well this is the first car so it has to be one or the other. Obviously after I get the C10 my next stop would be a Mazda Dealer.

CAcoalminer > Frenchlicker 10/08/2014 at 21:08

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High $300,000s for a high mileage one (~18,000 miles) and low $500,000s for a low mileage one (~1,000 miles).

Be sure you get one with all 4 options. They are painted stripes (for the Heritage its called the "Blue/Orange Heritage Paint Liv Heritage Racing Stripe" on the window sticker), painted brake calipers (red or grey), lightweight forged aluminum wheels (they'll be called "lightweight forged alum whls" on the window sticker), and McIntosh stereo (called "Mcintosh AM/FM W/Single CD" on window sticker).

Frenchlicker > CAcoalminer 10/08/2014 at 21:11

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That sounds easily worth it. Then get a knack eres out GT and ship it to a tuner to make insane.

105 HP of fury > mazda616 10/08/2014 at 21:12

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An XFR. I need a new daily with room for child seat in the back, might as well have something beautiful.

But the first thing I would buy, is a bigger garage. A much bigger garage.

Scary__goongala! > Rainbow 10/08/2014 at 21:13

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First time seeing interior pics of these. The parking brake and gear stick are exactly the same as a current Humvee.

105 HP of fury > mcseanerson 10/08/2014 at 21:14

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And if you purchase a trailer with the C10, you just need one trip!

Jayhawk Jake > Rainbow 10/08/2014 at 21:19

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I sat in one at a car show once. Fucking insane

Life and Times of Magoo: The People's Champ > mazda616 10/08/2014 at 21:23

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Add LS3 = Walk Everything

Suuuubaru > mazda616 10/08/2014 at 21:29

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All I ever win is scratch-off tickets

CAcoalminer > Frenchlicker 10/08/2014 at 21:36

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If you're thinking of tuning your GT, there are four options. A pulley and tune (most people use the Ford Racing Kit), a bigger supercharger (most people go with the 4.0L Whipple), twin turbocharging, or a combination of the stock supercharger with twin turbos (also known as twincharging). The two main shops that perform these modifications are Heffner Performance and Hennessey Performance. Heffner only does Whipple and Twin Turbo setups, while Hennessey does all three.

Whipple:

Twin Turbo (Heffner's shown):

Twincharging (Hennessey):

You should also consider the GTX1 modification that allows your GT to be a hardtop, T-top, or convertible just by removing or installing a few panels:

Kanaric > mazda616 10/08/2014 at 21:43

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Evora S, idk why but I like it.

TheD0k_2many toys 2little time > mazda616 10/08/2014 at 21:48

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2014 Shelby 1000

Cause 660 hp is too low.

Also turn my beloved 03 miata into what i really want it to be

(Current pic of it)

Also my mom would get a new Mustang GT

My dad would get a 69 Camaro like he used to have

And then my Brother and his family would get a new kid hauler of their choice (they have 4 kids).

Then my sister and her husband would get a new Toyota 4runner to replace their current one

Frank Grimes > mazda616 10/08/2014 at 22:18

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mcseanerson > 105 HP of fury 10/08/2014 at 22:29

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Exactly!

CAcoalminer > Soloburrito 10/08/2014 at 22:42

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Why the Ford GT? I'm not criticizing your decision, I'm just curious.

FocusedMark > mazda616 10/08/2014 at 23:08

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My favorite, this color is just amazing to me.

Cherry_man1 > CAcoalminer 10/08/2014 at 23:17

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Because Dream car. and Because Racecar.

Axial > mazda616 10/08/2014 at 23:19

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I'd go out and buy the highest trim Jeep Cherokee for my mother. I already have the one car I have to have, and so I'd pay my good-fortunes forward.

Frenchlicker > CAcoalminer 10/08/2014 at 23:25

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Full blown insanity, if I hit the lottery I am having several Ford products that have had the Hennesey touch. I love their work

CAcoalminer > Cherry_man1 10/08/2014 at 23:25

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Interesting. So, what specifically attracted you to it?

CAcoalminer > Frenchlicker 10/08/2014 at 23:28

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Very cool. Yes, their work is quite nice.

Is there anything else you would like to know about the Ford GT?

bob and john > Tom McParland 10/08/2014 at 23:31

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no it doesnt. Second E63 and 991 GTS. in your SECOND favourite colors.

Frenchlicker > CAcoalminer 10/09/2014 at 00:03

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Not currently, maybe in the future.

Soloburrito > CAcoalminer 10/09/2014 at 00:08

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Rich legacy, timeless design and simply one of the best American supercars ever made.

Cherry_man1 > CAcoalminer 10/09/2014 at 00:12

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Well my dad showed me a pic of the old GT40 in a book and pointed it out once I. Speed racer and then I saw one on a dealer show room and I have been hooked ever sense it's also the first super car I but in any forza game

beardsbynelly - Rikerbeard > mazda616 10/09/2014 at 00:16

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everybody else is wrong.

Dsscats > mazda616 10/09/2014 at 00:38

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http://inlandempire.craigslist.org/cto/4696364122…

CAcoalminer > Frenchlicker 10/09/2014 at 00:46

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Alright. Just let me know.

CAcoalminer > Soloburrito 10/09/2014 at 00:46

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Sounds like valid points to me.

CAcoalminer > Cherry_man1 10/09/2014 at 00:47

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Very cool.

Too many M's > mazda616 10/09/2014 at 01:43

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997.2 GT3 RS 4.0

Philbert/Phartnagle > mazda616 10/09/2014 at 06:27

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Which car? Nobody can choose just one!

1st. 2014 Shelby GT500 Super Snake -

2nd. Factory Five Cobra, TT 427W & Tremec TKO -

3rd. Ford GT -

Hahayoustupidludditeshutupandgohandcrankyourmodeltalready > Logansteno: Bought a VW? 10/09/2014 at 06:48

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I'd prefer THE big ass Italian SUV that makes ZERO sense.

Hahayoustupidludditeshutupandgohandcrankyourmodeltalready > mazda616 10/09/2014 at 06:53

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This:

Leon711 > mazda616 10/09/2014 at 08:55

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because why the fuck not? I'm rich.

ArtPhleming > mazda616 10/09/2014 at 11:05

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mazda616 > Hahayoustupidludditeshutupandgohandcrankyourmodeltalready 10/09/2014 at 11:08

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Epic color choice. I approve.

FridayXIII > mazda616 10/09/2014 at 11:10

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The new Jag F-type would be first, or maybe the 458 Italia Spider.

After this would be an Aston-Martin. One-77 would be choice, but I'd settle for the V12 Vantage S.

Hahayoustupidludditeshutupandgohandcrankyourmodeltalready > mazda616 10/09/2014 at 11:12

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I know. I've long campaigned for colors that are interesting, especially bright ones such as that.

Darigaaz > mazda616 10/09/2014 at 11:26

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I would buy one of these for my mother first and foremost.

And then buy an American icon for myself

Also, Ford GT.

manwithjbody > mazda616 10/09/2014 at 12:25

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A Rolls-Royce Wraith. In this exact color.

Absolutely gorgeous.

Uug > mazda616 10/09/2014 at 13:01

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If it ain't a type R...

Atomic Buffalo > mazda616 10/09/2014 at 13:10

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A 1968 Cadillac Eldorado in good condition, via an experienced shop that can make it both luxurious and engaging.

BansheeNornForgotHisBurnerKey > mazda616 10/09/2014 at 16:09

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mustang. with the thunderbirds livery. coz i saw one last weekend and it looked awesome. :D

or a raptor.

I'd rather have a V8 > mazda616 10/09/2014 at 17:51

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I would buy a 1990 BMW M3 and would use however much necessary to bring it to original specs. And then I'd get a Caterham R500.

The Biebster's got a P71 (Formerly not Justin Bieber) > mazda616 10/09/2014 at 18:07

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I would buy a Vanquish or DB9 Coupe, preferably in a sage green type color. I would then immediately send my current car in to the best shop I could find and have it undergo a total showroom restoration, and keep it as my DD. Then I'd buy a G Classe for bad winter days.

Justino6969 > mazda616 10/09/2014 at 19:26

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C5Z. I in no way have the experience to handle a C6Z. I'll get that a week later.

wrxallday > mazda616 10/09/2014 at 21:27

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marmelmm > mazda616 10/09/2014 at 21:34

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There is, of course, only one logical choice:

Lose the Scotsman, of course. ;-)

-MMM-

OneSlowDC5 > mazda616 10/10/2014 at 00:22

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An F40, NSX-R, Integra-R, BRZ, Mclaren 650S, Celica GT-Four, BMW E92 M3 (would end up supercharged) and a Charger Hellcat for a daily.

Steven Tyrell Crosbie > mazda616 10/10/2014 at 01:23

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Rickster3rd ¯\_()_/¯ > mazda616 10/10/2014 at 09:55

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Most definitely this. Alright Alright Alright

guysohigh > Dukie - Jalopnik Emergency Management Asshole 10/10/2014 at 10:37

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Approved!!

Trevor Slattery, ACTOR > mazda616 10/10/2014 at 10:42

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I am late to the party. Maserati Birdcage and Triumph TR Italia.

wolrah > mazda616 10/10/2014 at 17:00

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The first car I'd buy would be the only one I'm aware of that I could buy from my smartphone, a Tesla Model S P85D. Unfortunately I wouldn't actually be able to have that car for a few months so I'd immediately go out looking for something else.

If I'm lucky, that something else would be a GT-R. Switzer is based very close to me, so I'd immediately give them a call and see if they either had or knew of anything streetable from Ultimate Street Edition on up available for sale at that moment. If so, sold. There's my new daily driver until the Tesla comes in.

If not, I'd probably then head straight for the nearby dealer row. I'm a BMW guy, but I'd stop at Audi first on the ever so slight chance that there was an R8 around, then look at the RS7 as a second choice. Failing either of those I'd go over to BMW where I'd hope at least one of the M3s on their lot was manual, or if not that they had an M6GC.

On the way back I'd swing in to the Dodge dealer and put in an order for each of the Hellcats.

Ldr Jag Man > mazda616 10/11/2014 at 02:09

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-whistles and walks away-