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ripnbst · 04-28-2009, 01:08 PM

If your company gave you a $600/month car allowance and their only restrictions were: 4 doors, less than 5 years old, must be bought brand new. What would you buy?

I am looking at the Evo, and maybe the Caddy CTS-V, anything else you would recomend considering?

Oh yeah, they pay for gas too.

EDIT: CTS-V is out, I didn't think they were as expensive as they are.

RHD95S14 · 04-28-2009, 01:14 PM

I'd get an evo or a luxo. I assume they won't let you mod it...

duballstar37 · 04-28-2009, 01:15 PM

Lexus GS. You arn't going to be able to modify it so why get the Evo??? Get something luxury.

*brndck* · 04-28-2009, 01:18 PM

Q45. Or m35. Infiniti sedan + coilovers + 19s or bigger = instant win.
Just keep the stock stuff for when it's time to turn it in.

Kouki*Monster · 04-28-2009, 01:21 PM

id ask where in the fuck you work so i can get a job!

Baby Zilla S14 · 04-28-2009, 01:43 PM

05-06 M5 would be nice

**ThatGuy** · 04-28-2009, 01:50 PM

Well, I know one thing for sure...

I wouldn't be looking in CHAT.

Moved, because there are no NEW, 4 DOOR S or Z Chassis.

wannabdr1ftr · 04-28-2009, 01:51 PM

06-07 STI would be my first choice

EDT007 · 04-28-2009, 01:52 PM

Depends on what you're looking for. You can get a new Lexus IS 250 AWD and pocket the rest. Not bad for a daily "beater"..hahahah..Goodluck!

yokotas13 · 04-28-2009, 01:58 PM

Since it has to be bought new...
Lexus IS
FX35
whatever the inifinty 4dr skyline is in the states now. G35 or whatever
No need to get a hot rod, just get something nice

lflkajfj12123 · 04-28-2009, 01:58 PM

Ferrari

Quote:

Originally Posted by yokotas13

Since it has to be bought new...
Lexus IS
FX35
whatever the inifinty 4dr skyline is in the states now. G35 or whatever
No need to get a hot rod, just get something nice

g37 i think

VROOOM · 04-28-2009, 02:01 PM

im sure you could get a great deal on a G8 GXP.

randomxzero · 04-28-2009, 02:06 PM

mazdaspeed mazda3 said and done...

cserrano86 · 04-28-2009, 02:09 PM

I'd go with an STI...

XeroX · 04-28-2009, 02:13 PM

"less than 5 years old, must be bought brand new"

I dont get how it has to be less than 5 years old but then it has to be brand new? They have "new" 5 yo cars? wtf?

I would get a lux car for sure...BMW or Mercedes would be nice...

VROOOM · 04-28-2009, 02:14 PM

lease or are you gonna buy it?

dynamicck · 04-28-2009, 02:23 PM

4 door M3.

vvtisupra · 04-28-2009, 02:25 PM

CLS 500 or E63 wagon

MikeisNissan · 04-28-2009, 02:28 PM

2009 maxima

VROOOM · 04-28-2009, 02:30 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by vvtisupra

CLS 500 or E63 wagon

E63 wagon is 90k you can't get that for 600 a month.

i checked with 10k down and 0% interest for 72 months, its $1244 a month. no options

ronmcdon · 04-28-2009, 02:35 PM

$600 monthly payment is going to get you a $30k car @ 60 months with 5ish APR, iirc.
EVOs are cool, but you figure this is a company car.
probably not too safe if you have to chaffeur clients/the boss around.
personally id opt for a G8 or Audi A3.
That's if it has to be a NEW car.

If leases are allowed, I'd shoot for a 335/535 sedan.

ESmorz · 04-28-2009, 02:41 PM

What about down payment? Eh?

MunsonAuto · 04-28-2009, 02:57 PM

Why is this even a question...G8 GT hands down. Comfortable interior, 6 speed & LS3, rwd....That's what i'd get in a heartbeat.

VROOOM · 04-28-2009, 03:13 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by MunsonAuto

Why is this even a question...G8 GT hands down. Comfortable interior, 6 speed & LS3, rwd....That's what i'd get in a heartbeat.

GT only comes auto, the GXP comes with 6speed.

ripnbst · 04-28-2009, 06:48 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by MunsonAuto

Why is this even a question...G8 GT hands down. Comfortable interior, 6 speed & LS3, rwd....That's what i'd get in a heartbeat.

If the need arises to transport clients to lunch or w/e I still need to be able to do it in the winter. I dont have the luxury of no snow that you cali boys do although its not completely out of the question.

Quote:

Originally Posted by ESmorz

What about down payment? Eh?

Down payment will probably be like 6k.

Quote:

Originally Posted by XeroX

"less than 5 years old, must be bought brand new"

I dont get how it has to be less than 5 years old but then it has to be brand new? They have "new" 5 yo cars? wtf?

I would get a lux car for sure...BMW or Mercedes would be nice...

The cars must be bought new and your car isnt allowed to be older than 5 years. AKA you must buy a new car every 5 years. That is what the 5 years old stipulation is. The car will be bought and owned by me, titled in my name, not the company so I could mod to my hearts content. The only thing is that I would have to keep it semi-comfortable for transporting clients(PBM type coils are definitely out). I would just have to make sure that all mods done wouldn't ruin street manners. That is for 5 years, after I am obligated to buy a new car then I could turn whatever the last car was into a monster truck if I wanted to. Although it would more likely becoming a track whore. Which is why I am liking the Evo option.

SimpleS14 · 04-28-2009, 06:57 PM

What kind of company is this? (especially with this economy)

Toyota Prius

JohnJohn86 · 04-28-2009, 06:58 PM

I want your job!!!

ronmcdon · 04-28-2009, 07:40 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by ripnbst

If the need arises to transport clients to lunch or w/e I still need to be able to do it in the winter. I dont have the luxury of no snow that you cali boys do although its not completely out of the question.

Down payment will probably be like 6k.

The cars must be bought new and your car isnt allowed to be older than 5 years. AKA you must buy a new car every 5 years. That is what the 5 years old stipulation is. The car will be bought and owned by me, titled in my name, not the company so I could mod to my hearts content. The only thing is that I would have to keep it semi-comfortable for transporting clients(PBM type coils are definitely out). I would just have to make sure that all mods done wouldn't ruin street manners. That is for 5 years, after I am obligated to buy a new car then I could turn whatever the last car was into a monster truck if I wanted to. Although it would more likely becoming a track whore. Which is why I am liking the Evo option.

Given your circumstances,
if you don't mind transporting your clients in an evo then I'd say thats your best bet.
the only thing you'd have to take into consideration is whether or not it's comfy,
and affordability of insurance, unless its also covered.
the current evo tracks very well stock.

for your price range and preferences, the evo would be hands down the best choice.
only choice would be deciding between the MR and GSR.
MR might be more comfortable.
GSR would prob be better for extensive modding.
GSR is kinda loud cruising above 65, and the Recaros aren't built for fat ppl.
Otherwise it's very comfy.
EVO also tracks fine at hpde events in stock form.
It feels a bit soft and uncomposed in AutoX, but it still turns out very capable runs.

Akiros · 04-28-2009, 08:20 PM

shell out some of your own money and get an m3 sedan or a c63 AMG

and be straight classy (fuck audi)

evo sounds good too though, and it will be probably better for your interests long term.

silviaguy240 · 04-28-2009, 08:32 PM

LS460L

A8L

XJ8 PLAAAAASSSSSS

or anything else that comes long wheel base

04-28-2009, 01:08 PM	#1
ripnbst Zilvia Addict Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: Tulsa, OK Age: 34 Posts: 814 Trader Rating: (0) Feedback Score: 0 reviews	$600/ month car allowance If your company gave you a $600/month car allowance and their only restrictions were: 4 doors, less than 5 years old, must be bought brand new. What would you buy? I am looking at the Evo, and maybe the Caddy CTS-V, anything else you would recomend considering? Oh yeah, they pay for gas too. EDIT: CTS-V is out, I didn't think they were as expensive as they are. __________________ In the market for a Clean Coupe Last edited by ripnbst; 04-28-2009 at 08:56 PM..

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RHD95S14 Zilvia Member Join Date: Apr 2009 Location: STL Age: 35 Posts: 169 Trader Rating: (3) Feedback Score: 3 reviews	I'd get an evo or a luxo. I assume they won't let you mod it...

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duballstar37 Zilvia Junkie Join Date: Aug 2007 Location: Eastbound and Down Posts: 490 Trader Rating: (10) Feedback Score: 10 reviews	Lexus GS. You arn't going to be able to modify it so why get the Evo??? Get something luxury.

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Kouki*Monster Leaky Injector Join Date: Sep 2008 Location: Canada Posts: 84 Trader Rating: (1) Feedback Score: 1 reviews	id ask where in the fuck you work so i can get a job!

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EDT007 Zilvia Addict Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: NJ Age: 39 Posts: 617 Trader Rating: (8) Feedback Score: 8 reviews	Depends on what you're looking for. You can get a new Lexus IS 250 AWD and pocket the rest. Not bad for a daily "beater"..hahahah..Goodluck!

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XeroX Zilvia Junkie Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: Sacramento, CA Age: 37 Posts: 307 Trader Rating: (2) Feedback Score: 2 reviews	"less than 5 years old, must be bought brand new" I dont get how it has to be less than 5 years old but then it has to be brand new? They have "new" 5 yo cars? wtf? I would get a lux car for sure...BMW or Mercedes would be nice...

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ronmcdon Post Whore! Join Date: Sep 2005 Location: beverly hills Age: 86 Posts: 4,254 Trader Rating: (6) Feedback Score: 6 reviews	$600 monthly payment is going to get you a $30k car @ 60 months with 5ish APR, iirc. EVOs are cool, but you figure this is a company car. probably not too safe if you have to chaffeur clients/the boss around. personally id opt for a G8 or Audi A3. That's if it has to be a NEW car. If leases are allowed, I'd shoot for a 335/535 sedan.

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MunsonAuto Zilvia Member Join Date: Oct 2007 Location: Vermont Age: 30 Posts: 287 Trader Rating: (0) Feedback Score: 0 reviews	Why is this even a question...G8 GT hands down. Comfortable interior, 6 speed & LS3, rwd....That's what i'd get in a heartbeat. __________________ www.tannermunsondrifting.com

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