Your next car?

[2o6]

Simple question. What do you think your next car will be?

[2o6]

From most desirable to least desirable IMO

Fiesta ST


Sonic RS




Fiat 500T


Fiesta 1.0T



Fiat 500T


Chevrolet Spark* (If the powertrain gets fixed....)



Basically, something small, a hatchback with a stickshift. Maybe faster than what I got now. Spark isn't, but I still actually really like it.

[Vinsanity]

Assuming my plan to wait 5 years...

2014 Cadillac ATS-V convertible? Shame it probably won't be a V8, though.
Would be be very interested in seeing what the next CTS coupe looks like, too.
2014 BMW 4-series convertible would be a strong contender as well.

Other likely candidates: 2012 Audi A7, BMW 6-series, or Merc E550 coupe. At least I know what those cars look like for sure.

[ifcar]

Basically, something small, a hatchback with a stickshift.

Same basic criteria for me, but probably not those. I'd lean toward a used Mazda2, which is great for the city. Though I'd need to see if I've found the clutch any friendlier for parallel parking on a hill.

[2o6]

Same basic criteria for me, but probably not those. I'd lean toward a used Mazda2, which is great for the city. Though I'd need to see if I've found the clutch any friendlier for parallel parking on a hill.

Gearing is too short for my tastes, I would like something a little faster.

[ifcar]

Gearing is too short for my tastes, I would like something a little faster.

Not a problem for me; I live in the city. It's got plenty of low-speed pep, better low-speed steering feel than the other small cars (where you only get anything good closer to the limits). Its problems are a touchy clutch (hopefully easy enough to get used to) and that it's not great on the highway, which isn't a top criteria for me.

[2o6]

If I'm still working st the dealer, my car will likely be a used Chevy or something

[TBR]

Depends on the timeline. If I need to buy something within 2 years then likely an E46 330i sedan. If I need to buy something within 3-4 years then likely a new hatchback such as a Mazda3 or Elantra GT (likely be in grad school and won't want both a car payment and maintenance expenses) or maybe whatever I can find for <~$5k. If the Outback holds on through grad school then something along the lines of a new GTI or WRX.

[CJ]

There are no others.

[Raza]

I honestly have no clue.  I'll keep the Z4 for years.  When it goes from daily driver to weekend sports car, I'll probably try and find something simple but sporty that's from now or the last few years.  Something like a Viggen would be awesome, but at that point they'd be 15 years old and a complete unknown as far as maintaining them.  I could see myself in something like an A3 2.0T if we get the new model that looks really good.  But I don't really know.  5 years or so from now could end up as many different things.  I don't even know what I'll be doing a year from now, let alone 5. 

[thewizard16]

I have no idea. I don't want to replace another car right now so I haven't even thought about what I'd replace the ES with. A replacement (or addition to the stable) is entirely possible in about 3-4 years, and inevitable within 6-7. The budget will vary greatly based off timing, but will luckily be more significant than the recent shopping adventure.

[Minpin]

2012 Toyota Camry. 

[Gotta-Qik-C7]

Another Corvette.........

[SVT666]

2008 Shelby GT500 Convertible





...or a 2011-2012 Mustang GT Convertible

[hotrodalex]

Right now, I want one of these.



Instead of a 302 Ford, I'd put in a turbo 13b and 5 speed. Just for fun. And since it's tube frame and modern suspension, I'd do all that I can to keep it light and handle like a dream.

[Soup DeVille]

Right now, I want one of these.



Instead of a 302 Ford, I'd put in a turbo 13b and 5 speed. Just for fun. And since it's tube frame and modern suspension, I'd do all that I can to keep it light and handle like a dream.

This is a factory Five kit?

[Laconian]

I can't myself changing for a while. Maybe winter will change my mind. Winter is coming.

[hotrodalex]

This is a factory Five kit?

Yup.

[Soup DeVille]

Yup.

Interesting (although I'd still probably choose the Type 65 if I were to ever do that)

[hotrodalex]

Yeah, those are pretty sweet too. I'd be cool with having one of each of their kits.

[Onslaught]

New? I have no idea because it's not made yet. I have no need for a new car. If I had to take a stab at it I'd say an very used RX-7 as another toy car. Or some kind of small pickup truck.

[280Z Turbo]

Mazda Miata.

[Northlands]

It could be any random well priced used mid sizer / wagon right now.

[Lebowski]

I've pretty much decided I will look to replace the C6 at the end of next year (CY13).  It'll be approaching 8 years old at that time (took delivery Feb '06). I won't be in a rush, so if I have to order something and wait a few months, that's fine.  

There are really only two candidates to replace it - the C7, which I'll see in Detroit next Jan, or a 991. Very likely to lean towards a vert in either case.  I really like the 991, it will be interesting to see how the C7 turns out, plus of course the price difference is huge.

[Raza]

There are really only two candidates to replace it - the C7, which I'll see in Detroit next Jan, or a 991. Very likely to lean towards the vert in either case.

You're not worried about scalp burn?

[Lebowski]

You're not worried about scalp burn?

I'll have to leave a hat in the car at all times.

[Raza]

I'll have I leave a hat in the car at all times.

You're not worried about it blowing off your head when driving?

[Lebowski]

You're not worried about it blowing off your head when driving?

I'll bring a backup.

[Raza]

I'll bring a backup.

[Lebowski]

I have a Tilley with a highly functional chin strap, but prefer baseball cap for driving.