Hi,
I originally started off wanting a c63, then i jumped around and added some more choices...so essentially i am stuck between the following cars, and would like ot hear your opinions.
Cayman S(73 for 08 model)
C63 (78)
cls550 (84)
IS-F(69)
M3(80)
XF Supercharged (80)
the approximate list price is in brackets, based on my config...the cayman s and cls550 were both offers...all cars or 09 new, or as stated.

the c63 i am currently being offered is brand new 2009 fully loaded:
black on black
amg performance pack
premium pack

what to do...the is-f was fun, and i cant find a c63 to test drive, cayman s was a porsche...would be nice, but interior lacking for price, and comprimises.
thanks a lot

also , how do they hold their value?
i know my s class dropped 50gs since i bought it.

 

These cars are not limited but mass production cars hence, none will 'hold their value.' IMO the C63 w/030 is the way to go and will probably retain the most value of the cars your considering but only briefly.

 

i heard that porsches keep their value well, but i guess better on the 911...
depreciation isnt a huge concern, i plan on driving the car for at least 3 years, and looking for something fun yet comfortable, with a nice interior.
thanks, 1 vote for the c63

 

i even found a demo 2008 550i, but i have to go see it.

 

The M3's can be had for invoice or below so your pricing there is probably $6K high. The Cayman is too small inside to be useable as a daily for most people. IS-F is nice, but the center stack is straight out of a Camry. The Jaguar is like the hot girl that you and all your buddies passed around in college. It is a great ride, but you don't want to get stuck with it long term. The CLS is beautiful, but needs to be compared with the 550i. These are a different class of car compared to the rest of the list.

Both the M3 and the C63 are great cars. For most drivers the C63 is a better daily with way more TQ. The M3 is a thoroughbred. It needs to be pushed hard to truly appreciate. You can't go wrong with either of these.

 

hi
thanks i understand.
concerning the m3, i was offered over the phone 82 for a demo with 1k km on it, sticker 87....it has dclutch and navi and all that...is bmw dcltuch amazing.
as of now, i found one c63, for 2gs below sticker thats it, thats where i am leaning, though have never driven the m3?
thanks

 

the m3 is out for me...
now stuck between cayman s and c63...

 

FWIW, you could pick up a very lightly used 08 M5 in your price range.

 

+1 good idea

my choice would be between the C63 and M5

both cars are amazing but both have lemon issues FYI:
M5 tranny issues if im not mistaken...
C63 oil consumption if im not mistaken...

 

C63 or M3 from your original list.
I'd consider a used M5 as well over any new Cayman, CLS550, ISF, or any Jaguar.