Who Makes The Best Luxury/Sports Car For Summer Under $60k?

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Spot on!!!

Teknik.

Don't be a Sally.

Pick the ONE model you'd recommend.

001

And you guys BETTER give me good answers or you'll have to have a talk with my new GoodFella's buddy Paul Sorvino! ;)



001

That's a GOOD choice!

001

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This is how the url should look

http://teknik.myautospies.com/users/275/Sample-Gallery/C63AMG.jpg

Damn I love that C63.........

AutoPunks shouldn't mess aroung with Agent001 because he has friends in high places that will jack you up.

BTW, the C-Klasse would be a smashing selection based on the requirements.

:-\

EL34 is right...

Always remember boys and girls that my name and a lot of my friends names end in a vowels ;)

001

Are you serious? If it was even true that Lexus made the best sport/luxury anything, how would you even pick the IS250 over the IS350? For Sixty grand, you can have little more imagination.

You are right on the Mazda

the IS250 has the best slalom times. per my screenname, that IS a feature that rates highly.

the is250 also came in 2nd in its class in the next to last Nurburgring race. beating out a whole slew of bmw m cars.

I'd get the 135i Cabrio and put the remaining $15K into a 401K if I were you...

Best Luxury Car? Any Lexus
Best Sports Car? That same Lexus

I want to know the MODEL you'd pick...not just a wimpy statement like ANY Lexus.

Man up!

001

He can't mention one because there isn't one. Luxury they do well, but combine the sport in it and Lexus chokes. The IS-F is a stumble in the right direction though

How about a 135i with the Sport Package and Red Leather in Sparkling Graphite Metallic and use the change to get a new Harley Davidson FXCWC Rocker C???

135i, S5, Cayman, Boxster, etc... The usual suspects.

S4,

Which ONE is your pick?

Can this be so hard?

Not looking for your 5 best, want ONE vehicle choice you will stake your reputation on...

001

I guess the S5 is more of an all-seasons car, so that's out.

Boxster is overdone.

Between Cayman and 135i... I would have to say 135i, because it's faster, and you can take a few friends.

Another GOOD choice...

001

Key phrase: Luxury/sports for the Summer

The 3 series convertible. Best all-rounder.

IS-F for me thank you !!

You can't have it loaded for under $60K.

I may only be speaking for the western U.S. but the least expensive IS-F you can get is $61,495. MSRP

Make that two of us!

just pick one of the 335i variations: coupe, convertible or sedan.

same amazing engine, handling and great looks.

in my opinion, you'd have to spend $100k+ to get an all-around better car.

Actually, I agree. Not necessarily that it's the best summer car, but that you would have to spend $100K to get something truly superior. Porsche 911, Audi R8, etc.

I could definatly see the coupe. The sedan does not say "summer" to me, and the convertible hard-top has a bit on an aesthetic issue that I wouldn't wish on anyone.

The M3 coupe would be great, but to keep it under 60K it can't really have any options except the color choices.

Well, without any other information, such as age, preferences (some people like mustangs), or if he is married or has children who will need a place to sit, I would say:

S5

The S5 is shades of sporty for the summer, yet unlike most of the cars that pop to mind, has a back seat in the event that it is needed (has kids). It is well equipped for $57,715, and looks very sharp in that meteor gray color. In addition, it is probably a little more acceptable to the wife for the practicality reasons.

It is a shame the CTS Coupe isn't out yet so I could have considered it.

Since it hasn't been mentioned, I'll mention it and risk debosting: How about a Vette? He never said sports sedan. Corvettes are a good value for what you get.

How much do the gold necklaces set you back?

You must be thinking of some kind of buick, possibly with portholes and 24s and the name BUICK emblazened on it's 2 toned side. Or maybe a Rolls. I'm speaking of one of the americas most revered sports cars.

i know im going to be an oddball i wouild say the corvette, a V8 reasonable gas mileage a targa top, and over 400hp

And why am I deboosted to 0 and this guy is up-boosted?? I suggested the same car! I'll probably be deboosted more for "whining" or whatever. Lets go for gold!! Lexus sucks!!!

Your choice can lean luxury or sport...doesn't have to be both.

If you would recommend luxury, pick a model or of you like sporty, pick that.

001

M3, don't care if it's not loaded under 60k, i'd take it over a loaded C63 any day of the week.

Interesting, not one pick for an Infiniti yet...

001

It's not a bad choice, I think it comes up as number two on a lot of peoples lists. You know, the backup when the wife says " that bimmer is way to much" or " according to Consumer Reports Mercedes benz has a black half circle for reliablility"

I would have to choose the C63, the power makes it fun, there is room for four, good stereo, and exciting when in the hands of a good driver.

I would choose the upcoming S5 Cabrio but thats not even close to out yet as far as we know.

Ist choice: Jaguar XF. something new something fresh. Cool. A blue one.

Second Chioce: G35/G37 is cool. Red colour. and u'll save a lot.

JUGNU

A blue one would be good ;->

I now hear that will be a bit of a problem in your area of the world because the XF has apparently sold out in the Middle East.

http://www.jaguarnewswire.com/2008/05/jaguar-
newswire-jaguar-xf-sells-out.html

With no question at all, I am crazy for the C63 and I can get one loaded for under 60k.

How about the G37S or a G35 so you can sqeeze in two more people.. It's comfortable and fast with a nice engine note well under $60,000.

Luxury side BMW M3.Sportscar side Porsche Boxter S.

can't really get either of those for $60k.

"luxury sports car for summer" to me is a car that's best driven, and being "luxury", means that badging is quite important.

Only the following makes sense to me, in order of preference:

1. Porsche Boxster S, base price in your choice of colors is under $60,000

2. Audi TT convertible

3. "pre-owned" M3 convertible

It's summer and these are the cars I'd drive on a warm summer evening.

summer calls for a cabrio or a coupe...the question is what to pick though, i guess it would be like this:
1)S5
2)3 series cabrio
3)lotus elise

a remake of the "G37 VS 335I" post

Forgot about the Z4 M. Good choice.

A couple of days ago I was waiting at a red light in Irvine, Ca and 3 135i's and 3 650i's made a left turn.

All in white :-/

BTW, I was on Barranca Pkwy and Harvard Ave heading toward Jamboree Rd.

http://maps.google.com/maps?hl=en&ie=UTF-8&q=Barranca+and+Harvard&near=Irvine,+CA&fb=1&cid=6373623503114474789&li=lmd&z=14&t=m

Guys, guys!!! Use your imagination...nowhere did it say the car had to be brand new!!!

My pick - a 2005 Porsche 911 Carrera S coupe!!!

I can get one from the auction a little less than $60k

The best cars for the summer special occasion are classic cars in my opinion.

The problem is that the two that immediately come to my mind and are my person likes, have a little difficulty with the $60K limit.

Again, they are just what I would like, but I am talking about an E-type roadster and an XK120. The latter if it runs and doesn't have cosmetic issues runs about 150K. The former can be found for less than 60K, but only in the bad years. The earlier years ('61-'62 and a little later I think) were created without the compromises to the front in the name of safety, are more beautiful and command higher prices.

For 60K it's hard to get anything here in Vancouver, BC. Prices here are much higher than those in the States.

For example our 328i with sport package & premium package with leather seats will run me about $58-59k before taxes. We have luxury tax as well ontop of the regular taxes.

So the C63 can't even fit in this under $60K category.

Our Acura TL type S is already into the 50's after taxes so go figure how much the more expensive luxury cars will cost. Heck the TSX is already into the low 40's after tax.

But you can wait in line for a key medical operation because you have FREE health care ;)

001

001, that might be the greatest comment I have ever seen you post, nothing wrong with the rest of them, this one is just plain special!

Not free. People who are employed and have medical/dental coverage still pay for it in some way or another. It's plans that the company offer to their workers that make it such a perk for working in Canada. Somehow the economy balances out because cars and other items cost so much.

S5.

haha yea and imagine the laughter when your bimmer gets somked by old pushrod technology and takes your bmw's ass at the track...who is this idiot.

C63 over the S5 because of extra power. Otherwise I would've picked the S5.

Boxter is not a real Porsche, it's a BROKE Porsche, but the SLK comment is spot on.

The Boxster is like the Porsche's of the old days if you look back at their line up. However, the only non-Porsche CAR that i'll buy would be the Cayman S. I've test driven it. I like how it handles and feels on the road. Lots of feedback and quick too.

Right on. Both your car choices are trailer park approved.

preowned....
1. Viper
2. Vette
3. M3
4. S4

New....
1. G37
2. 335i

corvette - sports
535i bmw - luxury

A 2005 Porsche 997 C2S or C4S. Easily had, fully loaded, under $60k. A beautiful car that satisfies all needs, with the exception of luggage space....solution--->one night stands ONLY.

The C63 looks like a Hyundai with left over bits.

I would go with an Infiniti G37. Well under 60k and much more reliable then most.

Congratulations, you probably made the worst car choice under 60K.

BMW Z4 M roadster

If you can get a "loaded" M3 for under $60k let me know. hell, if you get one with leather seats let me know...

Are you a poseur? Why would you need a performance car like the M3 to be loaded? Are you buying the car to impress your neighbours(with your choice of interior color)or to drive it?

I think he said that because Agent001 stipulated you had to be able to get a loaded version of whatever you pick for under $60k.

I'd get a 335i/xi Coupe and slap the Dinan software on it. Second choice would be an S5. If I needed four doors I'd get a 535i, or see how loaded a $60k E550 is. Probably not very.

1. M3
2. 335 vert
3. S5
4. Vette with Z51 package
5. Cayman
6. Challenger SRT8
7. Shelby GT500

Only three of those cars can be had loaded for under $60K.

I would have to go with the G37. Reasonable price and flat out awesome!

I assume you never drove one. There is absolutely nothing "awesome" about the G37. Nothing more than a re-badged POS Nissan.

excellent choice even for under 40k

In no particular order!

BMW E92 M3 Coupe
BMW 135i
BMW 335i Cabriolet
Porsche Cayman S
Porsche 987 Boxter
Used Porsche 997 C2 Cabriolet!
(No girlie tiptronic either)

Under 60K there are only two choices that can qualify as the best...BMW M3 and Mercedes C63 AMG. I would personally take the M3 since I prefer to drive a manual transmission car.

1- SLK 350 2009
2- BMW X6 xDrive35i
3- mini fully loaded
4- Porsche Cayman S
5- NISSAN gt-r 2009

The X6, Cayman S and GT-R are all over $60K when loaded!

Geez, I have to be the police around here...

I have never said it should be loaded ,, :|

bare bones for the win :D

Brand new all white S5

Oh...huu76-the delicate asian flower spoke again. Go play with your Pandas....

How would you know anything about what means to be a man? You are just a yellow dot looking for an identity online. Move on...

Hey smallasianpecker, why are you here? It is obvious that you don't know anything about cars. So why are you spending so much time talking about a subject you don't know anything about. What a sad panda you are...

Star, you sound like you got score to settle with Asians... got fired one time by an Asian Manager? or maybe got your ass kicked by an Asian dude? Resentful of successful Asians? Frustrated because your broke? why are you so jealous? You do know that racism is rooted in fear right?

fear leads to anger, anger leads to hate, hate leads to suffering... (I think you maybe headed down this path)

Why 60K?...what's the reason?

Aside, If I were to pick the best car for $60K it would definitely be a slightly used Carrera 4S/M3/RS4

Anyway...going to Germany in two weeks and have arranged a private tour of the facilities in Munich and Regensberg. Should be fun. Also going to test the M3 on the Autobahn. Seines geht zu ist groß!

CLK63 - you can get a demo for the $60K target but you'd have the work a bit for that price.

The best LUXURY car for under 60k is the Hyundai Genesis. I'm no Hyundai fan boy... but my oh my... is the quality astonishing. A 375hp V8 luxury sedan that totals up to be just over 40k? I'm sorry... go ahead de-boost me but I think thats just an AMAZING deal!

In the past month I have driven most of the new cars mentioned here. I have had BMW. Audi's in the past. my last car was a M35X. My point is I have actually driven and owned these cars. Do guys like this STAR even have a clue or are they just kids into signing up on forums to bash others. The more you bash people and cars the more insecure you truly must be. Oh, I know drive a G37S MT-6 it had been my plan to move back to a 335i coupe but when things like 400.00 IPOD cables and such were added in as I loaded it up I could not justify the price, I also do not car for the plain interior. Why BMW went away from that center console aimed at the driver I will never know! (Probabably so others can play with the Nav screen. They are all great cars though. Remember to each his own!

2007 RS4.

No reason for that. My life is so much better than yours.