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04/05/2016 at 21:26 • Filed to: None
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(upside down pic of boxster because I flipped mine...)
Wife has decided she wants a convertible. Previously she had a boxster which we both loved, so that is sort of the baseline. I really don’t want to spend more than 15k or so. She also was looking at 08-09 335i convertibles. Any other suggestions to look at? Needs to be an auto too, and something with bluetooth. That is it (I think)
Tripper
> itranthelasttimeiparkedit
04/05/2016 at 21:33 |
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S2000 too old? They’re awesome!
TheHondaBro
> itranthelasttimeiparkedit
04/05/2016 at 21:33 |
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PotbellyJoe and 42 others
> TheHondaBro
04/05/2016 at 21:36 |
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She had a Boxster, not an MG.
MUSASHI66
> itranthelasttimeiparkedit
04/05/2016 at 21:38 |
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2015 Abarth Convertible is offered with an automatic, and can be had for 17-18k :)
Trevor Slattery, ACTOR
> itranthelasttimeiparkedit
04/05/2016 at 21:40 |
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Under 15k is tough if she is coming from a Boxter. Outside of the 3-series this is all I got. 2011 Saab.
yitznewton
> Tripper
04/05/2016 at 21:40 |
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No auto though
The Crazy Kanuck; RIP Oppositelock
> itranthelasttimeiparkedit
04/05/2016 at 21:40 |
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A Volvo C70?
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PotbellyJoe and 42 others
> itranthelasttimeiparkedit
04/05/2016 at 21:42 |
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Unfortunately the Muranos are still selling in the 20s.
Just spitballing here, but CLK, Z4, Saturn Sky Redline...
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Tripper
> yitznewton
04/05/2016 at 21:42 |
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oh yeea.
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yitznewton
> itranthelasttimeiparkedit
04/05/2016 at 21:42 |
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Well, the NC Miata is a fine car which can be had with auto. You’re comparing to the Boxster in what terms: athleticism, luxury, cachet, power...? There’s nothing out there really like the Boxster. Audi TT? BMW Z3/4...
Infiniti makes convertibles, not sure of pricing. Same with the Nissan Z. Mustang, Camaro have convertible versions.
As far as Bluetooth goes, I wouldn’t let that dictate; I’ve put Bluetooth HU’s in my last two cars. Only concern would be poor aftermarket HU compatibility.
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itranthelasttimeiparkedit
> Tripper
04/05/2016 at 21:53 |
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Worst part is she knows how to drive manual, she can drive my e30 no problem. Just doesn’t want to dd one...
Bourbon&JellyBeans
> itranthelasttimeiparkedit
04/05/2016 at 21:55 |
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Time to come to the dark side:
http://www.cargurus.com/Cars/inventory…
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itranthelasttimeiparkedit
> yitznewton
04/05/2016 at 21:56 |
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Miata was actually my first choice, I was willing to go over budget and get an ND too, I think they’re gorgeous (junior ftype) but she is anti-miata. Same thing with mustang, won’t even consider it. I’ve found a couple of cheaper C5 vettes but she said no because that would really be a car for me.
Boxster - athleticism & power (so even there, no so much). Not so much on luxury, hers was a 986...
How good are the Zs? Really don’t know much about the new ones
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yitznewton
> itranthelasttimeiparkedit
04/05/2016 at 21:57 |
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Not sure, I’ve never driven one.
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itranthelasttimeiparkedit
> Bourbon&JellyBeans
04/05/2016 at 21:58 |
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That and miata were my initial reactions, but no go. I think because they were both popular cars at the high school she went to, I can’t get a good reason why not
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yitznewton
> itranthelasttimeiparkedit
04/05/2016 at 21:59 |
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Oh yeah, probably not a match, but there is the MR2 Spyder.
Actually, give that a shot. Mid-engine like the Boxster, sporty feel, very light. The one huge shortfall is cargo space, of which there is next to none.
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itranthelasttimeiparkedit
> yitznewton
04/05/2016 at 22:05 |
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Oh man I forgot about that thing. I love the 2nd gen Mr2s (had one for a few glorious months before it threw a rod), definitely worth a shot. I heard the handling is amazing too
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yitznewton
> itranthelasttimeiparkedit
04/05/2016 at 22:07 |
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...and MINI also makes one or two convertibles.
Bytemite
> itranthelasttimeiparkedit
04/05/2016 at 22:07 |
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Mr2 spyder
Z4
Actually just get the Z4 with the 3.0si. Dont ever get a convertible that used to have a roof, it just looks bad. Get a proper roadster.
DrScientist
> itranthelasttimeiparkedit
04/05/2016 at 22:10 |
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Take a look at Pontiac solstices. But only the gxp’s. If you try a 4 cylinder you’ll be sadly disappointed.
Also note, this would have to be an A-to-A car. There is probably 6-7 cubic feet of storage.
But they drive ok have mod potential. are gm cars, so won’t cost an arm and a leg. and they’re rare
And they look pretty sweet too.
Liam Farrell
> Trevor Slattery, ACTOR
04/05/2016 at 22:12 |
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2011 9-3 Aero 44k miles. http://www.ebay.com/itm/Saab-9-3-A…
My mom has the same car except hers is just the 2.0 turbo. She definitely overpaided for hers because she was set on buying a Saab convertible, but it has been a great car overall with no real problems except a small hiccup with the transmission. It is a fun sporty car to drive and very manageable around town. My mom bought hers 2 years ago for $30k with 30k miles on it, this one is a bargain by those standards.
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> PotbellyJoe and 42 others
04/05/2016 at 22:22 |
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What you did there, I sees it.
TheTurbochargedSquirrel
> itranthelasttimeiparkedit
04/05/2016 at 22:22 |
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Fiat 124 Abarth?
Thomas Donohue
> itranthelasttimeiparkedit
04/05/2016 at 22:23 |
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A bit of a stretch, but this is what I’d get if I was forced to sell/flip my 986 and go slushbox.
https://longisland.craigslist.org/cto/5523883024…
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> Bytemite
04/05/2016 at 22:47 |
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She really likes the z4, and we’ve found a couple of sweet 335i hardtop verts. Maintenance seems like it could be a pain in the ass but i *think* I could work on a lot of it myself. And they look damn good. Wish the 2011 335is was in budget...
Totally agree on the appearance, hard to pull that off apparently.
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itranthelasttimeiparkedit
> Thomas Donohue
04/05/2016 at 22:48 |
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Urrrgh the early 2000s merc interiors are so awful. Even compared to a 986.
We keep going back to 986...
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Bytemite
> itranthelasttimeiparkedit
04/05/2016 at 23:03 |
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No I’m talking about the E85 Z4 3.0si. They were made from 06-08. They should be in budget at a private sale. Around 10-15k for low mileage, great condition 3.0si. That is the engine to get.
Not the 335is vert.
Elumerere
> itranthelasttimeiparkedit
04/05/2016 at 23:46 |
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Just get another boxster, they’re so cheap right now.
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Thomas Donohue
> Elumerere
04/06/2016 at 07:26 |
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Cheap to buy, but usually
not
cheap to own. Even if you wrench it yourself, ze Zuffenhausen bits can add up quickly on a 15 year old car.
Still worth it.
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itranthelasttimeiparkedit
> Thomas Donohue
04/06/2016 at 10:11 |
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We had 2, both 99s with 50k+ miles, no warranty. One was a total lemon and was in the shop every month. The other had a failed water pump once over 3 years, besides that just had to do normal maint like brakes