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Old Feb 26, 2012 | 11:28 AM
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Just pick one from your list and drive it. We're always looking for the next best thing. It never seems to stop. So just pick one and enjoy it until the urge to change returns.
 
Old Feb 26, 2012 | 11:59 AM
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Ah yes, buy and enjoy. I'm thinking I actually like the itch. Gives me something to look forward to. Haha. Now thinking I should just wait and try to make the v12 make sense.

I tried sitting in a 430 and I don't fit, so not sure Ferrari is an option (not happy about this). Never been a huge fan of the r8 or lambos, but that's just me.
 
Old Feb 26, 2012 | 12:10 PM
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What do you guys think this car could go for since it has a few miles?

http://www.millermotorcars.com/2011-...peed-c-180.htm
 
Old Feb 26, 2012 | 01:27 PM
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Looks nice, but you'll like the V12V more!
 
Old Feb 26, 2012 | 07:10 PM
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Missing on your list is the LOTUS EVORA if you are looking for a week-end car..
Agreed, though won't know if he'll fit if he doesn't fit in the F430...
 
Old Feb 27, 2012 | 10:33 AM
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Agreed, though won't know if he'll fit if he doesn't fit in the F430...
. Yes that could be a problem but the Evora is substantially larger inside compared with the Exige. I am only 5.9 190 lbs and I did not fit in the Exige. However I did like the Evora a lot. Great curves and nice intimate interior.
 
Old Feb 27, 2012 | 10:59 AM
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Ah yes, buy and enjoy. I'm thinking I actually like the itch. Gives me something to look forward to. Haha. Now thinking I should just wait and try to make the v12 make sense.

I tried sitting in a 430 and I don't fit, so not sure Ferrari is an option (not happy about this). Never been a huge fan of the r8 or lambos, but that's just me.
How is it you fit in a V8V but not a F430? I'm 6-5 and find the F-car to have more room than any AM? Just curious.....
 
Old Feb 27, 2012 | 03:12 PM
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You may be happiest with the '09 v8v 4.7 ... read the thread seems like the right direction for you to lean into and a natural next step.

I agree with the comments on the GTR, many of my friends have them I could have gotten one also. A buddy of mine told me recently to drive his slightly modded GTR, and that after I do I will want to sell my DB9 (he didn't know I had a decent amount of experience inside GTRs before)...I thought to myself " Um, no. The GTR and DB9 comparison is like that of **** star to beautiful and elegant classy women...sure they are both hot in their own way, sure they can both be good in the sack...BUT which one would you like to take out for dinner, out to a gala event, or back home to the family afterwards !!!
 
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The GTR and DB9 comparison is like that of **** star to beautiful and elegant classy women...sure they are both hot in their own way, sure they can both be good in the sack...BUT which one would you like to take out for dinner, out to a gala event, or back home to the family afterwards !!!
Can't I have both?
 
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Can't I have both?
Sure and let them bikini mud wrestle each other!!! hahaha exactly what I thought afterwards! Sure can!
 
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Originally Posted by ssaa77
Ah yes, buy and enjoy. I'm thinking I actually like the itch. Gives me something to look forward to. Haha. Now thinking I should just wait and try to make the v12 make sense.

I tried sitting in a 430 and I don't fit, so not sure Ferrari is an option (not happy about this). Never been a huge fan of the r8 or lambos, but that's just me.
You don't fit in an F430? If you dont' mind, how tall (or horizontally tall ) are you? I'm 6'6'' and have more room in 360's and 430's than any other exotic I've ever been in. I have an extra 1'' seat rail to use in my 360 I don't even need! Way more room than Vantages and I can't even come close to fitting properly in Lamborghinis.

Make sure you have the steering wheel adjusted properly. It telescopes and moves up and down. Level is far down the column.
 

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Old Feb 27, 2012 | 09:54 PM
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Sat in a 430 vert and didn't fit with the top up and seat all the way down and back. Maybe the coupe is different?

Thanks for the feedback guys.

As for the analogy, for us happily married folk, perhaps the GTR is the right way to go :-). It's spot on as my mind oos and ahs whenever see one. Quite in line with the analogy.

If I figure out a way to get into a 430, then maybe my mindset will change...
 
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. . . perhaps the GTR is the right way to go :-). It's spot on as my mind oos and ahs whenever see one.
Interesting. I have a bit of the opposite reaction. When I see a GTR I find myself thinking, it's not much to look at, but I bet it's really fast.
 
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Originally Posted by Racer_X
Interesting. I have a bit of the opposite reaction. When I see a GTR I find myself thinking, it's not much to look at, but I bet it's really fast.
Different strokes for different folks (as my mom used to say), but I have to agree RE: the GTR looks. I have never found it attractive. I would be eager to see what the Infiniti version looks like, I'm guessing it will be much more organic and svelte.

I also think the GTR interior is not particularly appealing, but that's just based on pictures since I have not peered through the window of one.
 
Old Feb 28, 2012 | 10:49 AM
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GTR has only one thing going, speed potential. Out of the box they are pretty fast, but what really is their advantage is the potential of how fast they are once you start modding them. Other than that, it's a big car, heavy/bulky, not a driver's car, and lacks soul and passion trading those virtues for techno wizzardry and gadgets, the thing practically can drive itself
 

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