The Ultimate Daily Driver?

[MrH]

You haven't poked any holes.  That's what makes this entire exchange and declaration of victory by you so fucking stupid.

Higher the limits = less fun on public roads.  Not always, but nearly always. 

As for a DD, I picked the CTS-V Wagon because it's a fun car, comfortable car, fast car, and can carry almost anything I bring home from Costco, everything my kids usually need when going to summer camp, the beach, or when going on a road trip.

Shit, why don't you want a base CTS on 185 width tires?

[Vinsanity]

Bullshit.  You have to want to do that.

I'm with Soup. I'd rather do the dirty work in some glorified Camcord or poser/entry-lux car than a $100k sports car.

[SVT666]

I'm with Soup. I'd rather do the dirty work in some glorified Camcord or poser/entry-lux car than a $100k sports car.

Then, you're with me too.  It's MrH and Veeman you don't agree with.

[SVT666]

Shit, why don't you want a base CTS on 185 width tires?

The base CTS is a fun car no doubt, but the CTS-V is much more fun, even on plebian public roads.  Don't be so intentionally obtuse (or maybe you can't help it), but I was referring to supercars and hypercars when I wrote that comment and you know it (since that's what we were discussing).

[Laconian]

F.Y.A.

[SVT666]

F.Y.A.

I second that.

[MrH]

The base CTS is a fun car no doubt, but the CTS-V is much more fun, even on plebian public roads.  Don't be so intentionally obtuse (or maybe you can't help it), but I was referring to supercars and hypercars when I wrote that comment and you know it (since that's what we were discussing).

So, is there a level of performance that if a car exceeds it, it's now boring because the capabilities are too high?  Just trying to get an understanding here...

[SVT666]

Just trying to get an understanding here...

No, you're not.  You're just being an asshole.

[Vinsanity]

Then, you're with me too.  It's MrH and Veeman you don't agree with.

Ah. Sarcasm was lost upon me for a moment there.

But my issue is with a car's price tag, not its capability. To me, driving a Lambo or Bentley to work every day is like wearing bespoke tailor-fit suit and shoes to Walmart or the liquor store.

[GoCougs]

You guys are quick to criticize anything and everything about cars, but yet come up with the most convoluted, asinine, hypocritical rules to justify why your current car of choice is the best thing ever.  I get it, you like your car, every one does.  But to try and come up with such stupid reasons to dismiss everything else is beyond me.

Again, neckbeard dismissing gorgeous women because their elbows are too pointy.

Take your pick - too heavy, too big, no diesel, no M/T, asdfjlkasefk;l['asgr=uioaejk35rklp['=-dr plus GOD FORBID IT BE A V6 CAMCORD.

[MrH]

Take your pick - too heavy, too big, no diesel, no M/T, asdfjlkasefk;l['asgr=uioaejk35rklp['=-dr plus GOD FORBID IT BE A V6 CAMCORD.

Or my favorite yet...the dip in the torque curve in the BRZ ruins it.

[GoCougs]

Or my favorite yet...the dip in the torque curve in the BRZ ruins it.

Meh, horsepower is better than torque...

[Raza]

Take your pick - too heavy, too big, no diesel, no M/T, asdfjlkasefk;l['asgr=uioaejk35rklp['=-dr plus GOD FORBID IT BE A V6 CAMCORD.

I know what you mean.  I can't believe how people would ever make a decision to purchase a car or even like a car based on their preferences.  It's disgusting. 

[Soup DeVille]

You do.  Your preferences are not allowed.

You think I prefer it that way? No, I'm talking about the reality my daily driver has to face.

[CALL_911]

I know what you mean.  I can't believe how people would ever make a decision to purchase a car or even like a car based on their preferences.  It's disgusting.

You're confusing "preference" with "unjustified dismissal."

[GoCougs]

There is (pseudo) power and validation in dismissal.

[SVT666]

Thanks to the guy who started the thread...this thread is now ruined.  Good job.

[Gotta-Qik-C7]

But my issue is with a car's price tag, not its capability. To me, driving a Lambo or Bentley to work every day is like wearing bespoke tailor-fit suit and shoes to Walmart or the liquor store.

Good point! I'd still pick a C7 tho! I'm single with 1 kid thats almost grown so I don't have the "Kid" issues that some other members have! And it's not so expensive that I'd cry if it got a ding or saw rain........

[Soup DeVille]

Good point! I'd still pick a C7 tho! I'm single with 1 kid thats almost grown so I don't have the "Kid" issues that some other members have! And it's not so expensive that I'd cry if it got a ding or saw rain........

Small dings on a Ferrari are no more expensive to repair than small dings on a Chevy.

What it comes down to is that I want to keep the "nice" car nice, so regardless of cost, normal wear and tear is more disconcerting.

[Raza]

You're confusing "preference" with "unjustified dismissal."

If I prefer to drive a manual, it is justified to dismiss a car that doesn't come with one for my personal use.   

[Raza]

You think I prefer it that way? No, I'm talking about the reality my daily driver has to face.

Your reality is not allowed.

[hotrodalex]

So that makes you the automotive equivalent of the basement dweller that is so grateful for any attention from any girl you would bang the 400 lb behemoth that lives next door?  Makes sense.

No, he's saying that he absolutely would bang the supermodel. You're saying you wouldn't bang the supermodel because she's just too beautiful, so you'll bang the local hot bartender instead. Still not bad, but you could be banging a supermodel...

[Soup DeVille]

Your reality is not allowed.

I've tried telling it that: it won't listen.

[3.0L V6]

No, he's saying that he absolutely would bang the supermodel. You're saying you wouldn't bang the supermodel because she's just too beautiful, so you'll bang the local hot bartender instead. Still not bad, but you could be banging a supermodel...

To bang a supermodel, sure! To put up with a supermodel on a day-to-day basis and live together, that may be something else.

[Soup DeVille]

This depends; am I on the hook for repair bills to the supermodel?

[MX793]

This depends; am I on the hook for repair bills to the supermodel?

Yes.  As well as the frequent, and costly, maintenance and upkeep.

[Soup DeVille]

Yes.  As well as the frequent, and costly, maintenance and upkeep.

Sounds like the kind of thing I'd buy in spring time and sell before fall...

[12,000 RPM]

Realistically, Z3 coupe, E36 M3, maybe an E46 M3, thinking about a 350Z

Ideally, 996 Carrera, Z3M coupe

If I had a long commute, probably something a GTI or Golf TDI.

Ffor just a fun car give me something RWD, NA, ~250-300HP

For a commuter give me something quiet, torquey and somewhat OK handling with good room.

[hotrodalex]

To bang a supermodel, sure! To put up with a supermodel on a day-to-day basis and live together, that may be something else.

But also banging the supermodel every day. And really, today's supermodels aren't nearly as much of reliability nightmares as the old school supermodels. Although still expensive to maintain.

For just a fun car give me something RWD, NA, ~250-300HP

El Camino.

[Raza]

Realistically, Z3 coupe, E36 M3, maybe an E46 M3, thinking about a 350Z

Ideally, 996 Carrera, Z3M coupe

If I had a long commute, probably something a GTI or Golf TDI.

Ffor just a fun car give me something RWD, NA, ~250-300HP

For a commuter give me something quiet, torquey and somewhat OK handling with good room.

Correct answer is Ferrari FF.  Sorry, thanks for playing.