I would go with the Vantage. However for the money a 2005-2006 Mercedes-Benz S65 can be had for the same price of the AMV8 or the Quattro if you look VERY carefully youll find some good deals. 604bhp from a V12 Twin Turbo,0-62mph in 4.2secs,nice interior,realible (i sound like a sell person now lol) etc.

 

I thought about black but for some reason, black doesn't appeal to me. The problem is that I haven't seen too many of these in person and since they weren't on my radar, I never bothered to pay attention when they were around.

I found a black with exactly the interior I want for the price I want but... I'm not sure of black and I've never seen one in person. This is the sucky side of buying a rare car.

 

The Vantage, no doubt. Easy for me since I don't like the QP at all.

 

Again, Get A White V8 Vantage. It Looks Sweet, So Classy And Gorgeous :d

 

I say white or that lightish-charcoalish color they have, or red.

with some wheels would look great, or white/black wheels. I have seen the silverish color in person, and it looks stunning.

Silverish color I've been talking about:
[img]http://www.webwombat.com.au/motoring...vantage-v8.JPG[/img]

 

The vantage is such an awesome car.

 

I'm now looking at CLS55s and M5s. I test drove the Aston and my initial impression was not good. The dealer is looking to arrange a longer trial (like a whole day) to see if that changes my mind. I've also been following the Aston board closely and it seems that the car has a lot of issues. Not that I didn't expect it but I'm not sure that I want to deal with all of that with a daily driver.

So..... I'm undecided again. I want to want the Aston though.

 

This is exactly how my thinking went... I loved the car, but it's not that fast and the reliability is iffy.

I hope you enjoy your 997S when you get it!

 

I think CLS55 or E63 would be a good option you should consider.
Not so sure about the M5... since i heard lot of issues with the gear box.
And as a dialy car.. i think the MB AMG cars are good in many aspects of speed, comfort and sounds system is above averaga if you get Logic 7 with HK. Good luck

 

M5- Manual tranny...

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RXBx6WK0Hng

 

Hahaha! You know something I dont? I did consider throwing logic completely out and getting a 997GT3 but it's outside of my self-imposed budget.

I find it strange that with so many great cars out there and a healthy budget, I can't figure out what the hell I want. My lease is up on my current daily driver in a week. I guess I'll be driving the Civic Hybrid for a while until I figure this out.

 

Vantage and 997 GT3 are about the same price! Easily w/ in 10K depending on options...

 

I was looking at one year used cars.

 

The Carrera S still fits the bill... including a bunch of options.

 

I've had my Vantage for 3 months. (I know - not very long) but it has been bullet-proof. I drive it everyday and it's been perfect.

We've all heard, "wish it had more power..." but honestly, for a daily driver it's been more than adequate. If you are looking for a car with more power, there are plenty of others available. In my opinion when you buy an AMV8, you are buying the whole package; looks, performance, and prestige.

If you can borrow one for the entire day, you'll find out what I mean.

Good luck,