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faithx — Thu, 12 Jan 2012 19:57:37 GMT

It’s that time again, when I need to start thinking about my next car.

So let me know what your recommendations are and why? Was hoping to get to the Motor Show in Geneva, but looks like it’s not gona happen now

So I usually take about 6 months to do my research, look at what’s coming out new and of course get some test driving in before I finally place my order.

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faithx — Fri, 13 Jan 2012 17:01:10 GMT

I am liking the look of the Peugeot RCZ, it’s nice and sporty, and is a +2:

http://www.peugeot.co.uk/vehicles/peugeot-car-range/peugeot-rcz/build-price/

Last time I changed, I looked at the Volkswagen Scirocco, still like the look of them too

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StartTheCar — Mon, 16 Jan 2012 15:42:20 GMT

I am a very big fan of little sporty citroens, and havehad my eye on one of these citroen ds3 sports since they came out. A little over the top perhaps but lots of fun

Lee

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faithx — Fri, 17 Feb 2012 11:49:02 GMT

I like this Lee, however I don't think it's quite me. A little short, but I can see why you could have a lot of fun with it 🙂

Next car on my list is the Toyota GT 86, not on sale yet, but it's giving me palpitations 😉

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Watashiwateshdes — Fri, 17 Feb 2012 13:46:32 GMT

Already had a go in the GT86 😉 But the RC version. Same car but £6k cheaper due to lower grade unpainted bumpers, steel wheels and hardly any luxuries inside including trim.

Ride is the same between the RC and Road version and overall a real nice car but does feel a bit dull as the same time. May have been due to a different diff setup. Still felt a lot better than a 350/370Z! Its pretty much going to appeal massively to the modifying scene.

Subaru have their version of the GT86 since it was made in partnership coming out next year which is the one I am looking forward to seeing but wary that this will be their introduction to the RWD market. Still may take a test drive on the road version in the next few weeks once I get my invite.

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faithx — Fri, 17 Feb 2012 18:32:51 GMT

Hey, make sure you get that drive before Milan, so you can tell me all about it 🙂

I just think it has a nice look to it, also, I would have to go for all the “luxuries” 😉 Rough and ready is good, but not when you do hours and hours of motorway driving on a regular basis. I also need a +2 which brings its limitations, but Nissans don’t really appeal to me, 2 seaters anyway aren’t they ?, and they’ve been around for a while now, I like to go for something a bit different and not “common”.

So, seeing as you get to play with quite a few cars, what are your top cars for around £30k?

I have to admit, I loved my RX8, but I make a point of never having the same car twice 😉

Faithx

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Thalamus. — Fri, 17 Feb 2012 20:26:06 GMT

faithx wrote:

I just think it has a nice look to it, also, I would have to go for all the “luxuries” 😉

"Luxuries" like pink fluffy dice, nail varnish holder, extra rear view mirror to check make-up, babe on board sticker on the back window, etc. etc...:smileymischief::smileylove:

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faithx — Tue, 21 Feb 2012 11:04:56 GMT

hahaha, yes, you would think that lol, however, my cars are the one place I refuse to allow "girliness". So no to all the above, hey I will not even allow bumper sensors, let alone rear bumper cameras as these are for pussies! The only girlie gadget I've given in to is the satnav, however I still have my paper atlas in the boot.

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nikkilim — Tue, 21 Feb 2012 23:55:43 GMT

What a beauty!

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faithx — Wed, 22 Feb 2012 14:31:15 GMT

I agree, the Camaro is a beautiful car, and the convertible version is a stunner. Starting price is around £35k so cheers for that suggestion, worth a look B-)

I also saw this nice Mustang when I was in Miami last year, which I thought was rather sexy.... Getting a bit out of my price range though 😞

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rich912 — Fri, 24 Feb 2012 11:16:55 GMT

I may have found the perfect car for you Faith....

Rich:smileygrin:

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Thalamus. — Fri, 24 Feb 2012 14:40:49 GMT

Hahaha, yes that looks perfect Rich, even has a flashing warning light for when you're running late..:smileylaugh:

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faithx — Fri, 24 Feb 2012 16:20:54 GMT

hahahaha, thanks Rich, it would certainly stand out lol Next time I want to look like I'm driving a marshmallow, I know where to come.

To be fair though, I have many years ago experience the "joy" of driving a single Reliant Robin. Didn't quite do it for me, but was fun throwing it around and it wasn't pink, a sort of snotty green if I remember rightly.

Anyway, the brochure for the Toyota GT 86 arrived this morning and I think I'm in love

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faithx — Fri, 24 Feb 2012 16:24:25 GMT

Thalamus. wrote:

Hahaha, yes that looks perfect Rich, even has a flashing warning light for when you're running late..

Me? running late? never!

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rich912 — Fri, 24 Feb 2012 16:34:33 GMT

faithx wrote:

Anyway, the brochure for the Toyota GT 86 arrived this morning and I think I'm in love

And I thought what we had would last forever.

Does that mean I will have to remove the Rich/Faith sticker from the windscreen of my Robin?:smileysad:

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faithx — Fri, 24 Feb 2012 19:02:32 GMT

Maybe Rich/Thal would be more fitting

Ok, I've had a chance to have a good look now, and I need to test drive!!!!!

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faithx — Tue, 20 Mar 2012 10:35:55 GMT

So, yes I am still looking at what to get for my next car, but my criteria has changed slightly.

Went and bought a car with 4 seats at the weekend, which can now be used if extra seats are required.

Therefore, whereas before I said I needed a car that was at least a +2, I can now open it up to include 2 seater cars.

However, a lot of 2 seaters are very puffy, eg, MX5 (hair dressers car). So it would still have to be a kick ass car

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faithx — Thu, 17 Jan 2013 12:30:18 GMT

wow, has it been this long since I started looking at cars

Anyway, am taking the Toyota GT86 out for a spin on Monday, so if I like, which I have a sneaky feeling I will, will hopefully get it ordered for the beginning of March.

Defo will have to go for the orange, and the sales guy is already trying to talk me into the satellite navigation system, we shall see

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faithx — Sun, 03 Mar 2013 20:13:09 GMT

So, just to finish the story, ordered her and she arrived on Thursday

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rich912 — Sun, 03 Mar 2013 20:26:46 GMT

I still think this suits you better. It’s practical, will slow you down and is certainly the right colour 😉

Rich :smileynaughty: