What other cars catch your eye, and would you consider buying one?

[Roddy]

Top two on my list right now are the 2014+ Stingray or an older Gallardo.

Two opposite ends of the spectrum each I suppose. I think I would actually go for a 2014 Stingray. I see the resale on the used ones (only a few months old) is quite low compared to new (I see them listed in the low $50k range). Also the 7-speed manual interests me, as well as new car warranty.

Whats on your radar? :D

[BlknBlu]

1969 Super bee 4 spd with air and freshly restored.

Bruce

[Shooter]

A Competition Coupe w/Seq trans or 08 GT3 Cup car. I will buy one of them next year if all goes well.

[FLATOUT]

SL Gallardo 2010 or newer
Audi R8 GT
AMS modded GTR

[Fatboy 18]

Would love an Old Chevy 55 Pick up truck, Anything out of American Graffiti, Lamborghini Miura, for modern cars, C5 Corvette, Daytona Cobra replica, Porsche 917 replica, Saleen S7, Aston Martin Vanquish, Falcon Mach7, Gen V ACR

Not really into Ferraris or other European stuff :(

No cash for any of these, but its nice to dream :)

[Shooter]

OP,
Is this a real list of what people are ACTUALLY considering buying or just another wannabe dream list?

[Sybil TF]

1970 Cuda

[FLATOUT]

OP,
Is this a real list of what people are ACTUALLY considering buying or just another wannabe dream list?

Good point I just stated cars I was actually shopping when I purchased my Gen V.

[Roddy]

OP,
Is this a real list of what people are ACTUALLY considering buying or just another wannabe dream list?

Could be either. Lets have fun with it, but try to keep it real. I'm listing cars that are actually on my radar. Not a replacement for the Viper, just something else.

I would also seriously consider and AC Cobra kit car, or a 64-67 Mustang with a 5.0 EFI swap. Just need to talk my wife into that house with the 5 car garage!

[Resident Alien]

This, if it ever makes it across the pond.


http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ek06-8MH3Ms

[BlknBlu]

Shopping for the Bee, but for some reason like the Aventador.

Bruce

[FLATOUT]

I should say that I looked into building an SLC Superlite as well. Still might do that at somepoint.

[Troublemaker]

If we are looking at a wish list, the Radical is my choice.

Now if we are looking at cars we are realistically searching, I have my eye set on a Lotus Exige. It's basically a bare bones go cart with a body and plates. I have also looked at Lotus7s, but I am not a roadster or convertible guy.

[pony23]

Always loved a 69 Mustang Mach 1 or Boss 302. Ford GT Heritage edition.

[Roddy]

Lotus' are one of my favorite cars! By far. I kinda by passed them though when I bought the Viper, but yes the Exige is one heck of an enthusiasts car!


If we are looking at a wish list, the Radical is my choice.

Now if we are looking at cars we are realistically searching, I have my eye set on a Lotus Exige. It's basically a bare bones go cart with a body and plates. I have also looked at Lotus7s, but I am not a roadster or convertible guy.

[C.J]

BMW Z8...always thought they had nice lines. Getting stupid expensive now.

[01sapphirebob]

Thats a tough one. Theres not too much out there that catches my eye. I was always partical to the Lamborghini Reventon. Sweet looking car. Something about that car just catches my eye.
http://i1313.photobucket.com/albums/t558/weilandfrk/lamborghini-reventon_zps5c2dc9f6.jpg (http://s1313.photobucket.com/user/weilandfrk/media/lamborghini-reventon_zps5c2dc9f6.jpg.html)

They made an open air version of this car as well. :)

Then there is the Ferrari F50. Fortunate enough to have seen one in person. Sounded AMAZING!
http://i1313.photobucket.com/albums/t558/weilandfrk/ferrari-f50_800x0w_zpsedd12799.jpg (http://s1313.photobucket.com/user/weilandfrk/media/ferrari-f50_800x0w_zpsedd12799.jpg.html)

[vipertank]

Toyota Corolla

[slysnake]

1970 CudaYep, Me too. I would take any 70-74 Cuda, and WILL have one someday. :)

[Vprbite]

If we are looking at a wish list, the Radical is my choice.

Now if we are looking at cars we are realistically searching, I have my eye set on a Lotus Exige. It's basically a bare bones go cart with a body and plates. I have also looked at Lotus7s, but I am not a roadster or convertible guy.

I have a friend who has had a couple Lotus Exiges. It is fun and absolutely is a glorified go kart. But it is really easy on tires so you can track it pretty cheaply. And it does love tracks. On the street, it suffers from "dynamic lightening", as the Lotus enthusiasts call it. My friend even had the rear diffuser just fall off. He keeps extra clips around just for stuff like that. Definitely a good time and a head turner though.

Per the thread topic...
I am looking at a ram 2500 (have always had half tons but next one will be a 3/4 or 1 ton) but cant decide on diesel or gas. and I also might be interested in the hellcat challenger or charger at some point in the near future. And if I am really dreaming, would love a 69 charger resto-mod. New brakes, new suspension, AC, 6.4L hemi. I grew up on dukes of hazard. I even still have my toy ones from when I was a kid.

Fun thread!

[JonSav]

Just picked up a scud and ordered the mclaren p13,, guess a ford gt or carrera gt would be next on my list

[ViperSmith]

Just picked up a scud and ordered the mclaren p13,, guess a ford gt or carrera gt would be next on my list

any pricing on the P13 yet? I've seen ranges. £110-£150 range. closer to £110 and i am all over it.

[Drummerviper]

These, but I really want a Miura.

[Brian GTS]

Without a doubt, Ford GT.

[JonSav]

any pricing on the P13 yet? I've seen ranges. £110-£150 range. closer to £110 and i am all over it.

Not yet, they can only speculate.. It's being revealed at the NY auto show

[Nine Ball]

I'm waiting to see the next gen CTS-V. Also like the new Z/28 a lot. C7 Z06 didn't grab me at SEMA, it simply doesn't have the curb appeal of a Viper. For a beater, the new BMW M4 looks fun. R8 looks more sexy than a Gallardo. Saw a bunch of Huracan at the show, they also didn't stir me much. Most will mistake them for a Gallardo. 991 GT3 Porsche looked sweet. Aventador are still amazing to see, I never get tired of them.

[dadstoy]

Gen I, Gen II, Gen IV ACR, Gen V Viper, Hellcat Challenger, 1969 Mustang Fastback, replica Cobra, New Z28, GT500 Mustang.

Keeping it within my realm of reality.

[swexlin]

I'd like to get into a Hellcat Challenger in a couple years, and I could also see replacing my Dart Turbo with the Dart SRT as my daily in a couple years. The Viper stays though! There was a new 911 GT3 at my C&C this morning, and it is a sweet car!

[Bryan Savage]

Totally not in the market for a DD replacement for my '97 Nissan D21 pickup, since it's way better in every way than the Aventador J that my neighbour keeps trying to give me... *cough* :very_drunk:

There really wasn't second-guessing getting a Viper, but for a little while I'd looked at a Lotus Evora, Jaguar F-Type, Ram R/T, or Alfa Romeo 4C.

[VRYALT3R3D]

2015 Mustang GT.

Due to arrive soon!

http://i1153.photobucket.com/albums/p507/g_loc_/Image2_zps859de20a.png

[Ninjakris]

BMW Z4M coupe
SRT magnum
Aston Martin ???

I have come to the conclusion that just about anything can become fast with enough money, so I don't care about having the fastest thing out there. The Z4M is a pretty rare car, the Aston for the pure beauty of it, and SRT magnum because it is just weird. I will always have a viper in the garage.

I would also like to restore a VW corrado one day. It was my wifes favorite car growing up and it would be cool to get her one someday.

[VoodooRob]

2015 F350 6.7 SRW Crew or 2015 GMC Sierra HD 3500 6.6 SRW Crew. Need something to replace my 7.3 Excursion for trailer duty.

[The_Greg]

I briefly contemplated a used 2012+ C63 AMG before buying the Viper.

[Shooter]

2015 F350 6.7 SRW Crew .

I have the 2015 F350 4x4 DRW 6.7 Crew Platinum for a tow vehicle. Around 875 torque stock. Drives like a car. Very happy with it. As a matter of fact, my wife drives it. Great truck.

[72hemi]

Since I recently totaled my ACR and did some car shopping I looked at a variety of cars. Of course ultimately I decided getting my dream 96 coupe was what I needed to do right now. But cars I looked hard at were (in no particular order): F430 Ferrari, Aston Martin DBS, Gen V Launch Edition, 2006 1st edition Viper coupe, continuation 427 S/C Cobra, 1971 Plymouth 'cuda convertible, C5 Z06, 2004 SRT-4 Neon, Hellcat Challenger and taking the money and performing a full restoration on my 1972 Challenger.

I ultimately figured it would look bad if the president of my region didn't own a Viper any longer :p plus I figure a lot of those other cars still have some depreciation to go and that the 96 GTS is at about the bottom of depreciation. Plus the 96 I purchased had all the right modifications on it for me, especially the 3.54 gears.

[Roddy]

Since I recently totaled my ACR and did some car shopping I looked at a variety of cars. Of course ultimately I decided getting my dream 96 coupe was what I needed to do right now. But cars I looked hard at were (in no particular order): F430 Ferrari, Aston Martin DBS, Gen V Launch Edition, 2006 1st edition Viper coupe, continuation 427 S/C Cobra, 1971 Plymouth 'cuda convertible, C5 Z06, 2004 SRT-4 Neon, Hellcat Challenger and taking the money and performing a full restoration on my 1972 Challenger.

I ultimately figured it would look bad if the president of my region didn't own a Viper any longer :p plus I figure a lot of those other cars still have some depreciation to go and that the 96 GTS is at about the bottom of depreciation. Plus the 96 I purchased had all the right modifications on it for me, especially the 3.54 gears.

Congrats! And well thought out on your purchase!

[72hemi]

Congrats! And well thought out on your purchase!

Thanks! I have spent a lot of time in the past researching each car and of course even more so once I found myself in this situation.

[vipertank]

Thanks! I have spent a lot of time in the past researching each car and of course even more so once I found myself in this situation.
I'm interested in your logic/math regarding the 96 GTS being at the bottom of depreciation (I actually think the bottom was 2-3 years ago and now they've started to come up). I just recently got one too...partly out of fear that I'd get priced out of my dream car if I waited longer. Not saying it will go all Ford GT on us, but I felt I couldn't take that risk. Not because I would have missed out on the "investment", but rather that I'd never be able to own one because it might get so expensive that it wouldn't be reasonable for of person of my means to buy one. Of course, that would be motivation to work harder, or work smarter actually. Anyway, I'm glad I did buy it, even though I've put myself in a financial hole (temporarily...I hope). In a way I hope it doesn't go bananas expensive because then I'd have to consider selling it...and I can see myself owning this car forever, it's that awesome.

[72hemi]

No math involved really. I have been involved in the classic car hobby my entire life and have several friends that have collections of "investment grade" cars, so between my discussions with them and what I have been witnessing in the market I feel confident the '96's won't be dropping in price any longer. They may actually be on a slight up tick from a couple of years ago, but not by much. I agree I don't see them doing Ford GT prices anytime soon, but most likely one day. I could have picked up almost any other year GTS and saved a decent amount of money, but the 96 has always been my dream car and I feel that even though they made so many of them they will always be the most valuable aside from say the 98 GT-2, and a handful of other models.

[Viper Red]

A Ferrari 348 TS.

[vipertank]

Thanks 72Hemi...and I agree with you, based solely on anecdotal evidence of other Viper owners saying to me that "If I could do it again", or "If I ever get another one", etc, it would be a 96 GTS.

As a side not, the collectibles are usually the cars that very few people wanted when new...so a B/W 96 RT/10 may fair very well in the years to come.

Have fun with it! NoCal has some amazing roads...as long as your not stuck behind a slow-poke on Highway 1.

[JonSav]

F430 Ferrari, Aston Martin DBS, Gen V Launch Edition, 2006 1st edition Viper coupe, continuation 427 S/C Cobra, 1971 Plymouth 'cuda convertible, C5 Z06, 2004 SRT-4 Neon, Hellcat Challenger and taking the money and performing a full restoration on my 1972 Challenger.


How did a neon get thrown into that list?:P

[Creatre]

The SRT4 neon still catches my eye. Always been a great looking car to me. Had two in the past.

[72hemi]

How did a neon get thrown into that list?:P

I have had two of them so far. I bought an Electric Blue 2004 brand new and after that had a Commemorative Edition White/Blue stripes '05 after that. Still miss my '04 ;-)

[Vprbite]

How did a neon get thrown into that list?:P

Everyone I know who has ever had one loved em. Said they were a ton of fun. They enjoyed them, and we enjoyed making fun of them. Hehe...just kidding guys. I think they are a fun little car

[ViperSmith]

The new Mustang GT350 looks amazing - Ford did a knock out job. Dry sump too?


https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yC6tKvEy6t0&feature=share

[Shooter]

The new Mustang GT350 looks amazing - Ford did a knock out job. Dry sump too?


https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yC6tKvEy6t0&feature=share

I agree. That's a sweet car. If they are 550 hp, and sell for slightly more then the Boss, I see a Track Pack version in my future.

[rw99]

Whatever Ian Callum designs tends to catch my eye. After much automotive soul-searching, during which the wallet had the final word, I went with a Jag XKR-S instead of a P-car, GTR, and a couple other favorites. It's a true GT car, and available with some pretty steep depreciation removed if you find the right one. I've driven mine for a year now, and it's been fantastic.

http://i146.photobucket.com/albums/r257/rw99/Jaguar/809dd96038fce2c8bca2e4754a29dc50_zps82605dff.jpg

[City]

This ... PLEASE!!!

7690

[The_Greg]

I have had two of them so far. I bought an Electric Blue 2004 brand new and after that had a Commemorative Edition White/Blue stripes '05 after that. Still miss my '04 ;-)

Neon SRT 'alum' here too. I had my 03 for ten years; just sold it this spring. I don't think the world will ever have another car that matches that car's character.

[Roddy]

I agree. That's a sweet car. If they are 550 hp, and sell for slightly more then the Boss, I see a Track Pack version in my future.

Depending on the price, possibly my next car. If its Z28 priced I'll pass, if they keep it close to where the Boss was priced, I'll put a Grey one in my Garage in a second. Some nice spy vids, of testing with these cars on YouTube, nice exhaust note.

[Stretch]

Still want a Saturn Sky Redline.

[Brian GTS]

Still want a Saturn Sky Redline.

Yes, those are sleek looking cars. Just remembered, I owe you a phone call!!! I be callin. :)

[SlateEd]

2014 Ford Focus ST. Didn't "catch my eye" initially but bought it anyway after a test drive. I hated the idea of a FWD daily, but this thing is setup to handle as well as any FWD can be - it's actually a lot of fun.

[Troublemaker]

2014 Ford Focus ST. Didn't "catch my eye" initially but bought it anyway after a test drive. I hated the idea of a FWD daily, but this thing is setup to handle as well as any FWD can be - it's actually a lot of fun.

I've been waiting for the order banks to open on the 15s. It not my dream car, but I commute about 40,000 miles a year and haul all of my kids sports crap from field to field. I need something that is fun to drive, but can still do 200,000 miles in 5 years loaded down relatively reliably.

Which model did you get? I like the Recaros in the ST2 and 3, but I don't know if I want live with them for a Daily Driver.

[The_Greg]

I've been waiting for the order banks to open on the 15s. It not my dream car, but I commute about 40,000 miles a year and haul all of my kids sports crap from field to field. I need something that is fun to drive, but can still do 200,000 miles in 5 years loaded down relatively reliably.

Which model did you get? I like the Recaros in the ST2 and 3, but I don't know if I want live with them for a Daily Driver.

My girlfriend has a 2013 Focus ST with the ST3 package. We love it. The seats are great in my opinion, but I've always owned sporty cars so I am used to the bolstering. We are getting 27.4 mpg average over the 18k miles we've put on it. We just put snow tires on it for winter, and with the excellent heated seats it is great for most winter days.

[Nine Ball]

Add the Cadillac ATS-V coupe to my list. Manual, of course. That would make a fun daily driver, and the 455hp twin-turbos will be easy to turn up to over 500 hp. ATS is built on the next gen Camaro platform, so smaller than the current Camaro and proven to handle great on the track.

http://www.autoblog.com/photos/2016-cadillac-ats-v-coupe-leaked-photos/#photo-3101307/

[ACRucrazy]

http://media.caranddriver.com/images/media/492009/1996-acura-nsx-photo-492023-s-1280x782.jpg

[ACRucrazy]

Neon SRT 'alum' here too. I had my 03 for ten years; just sold it this spring. I don't think the world will ever have another car that matches that car's character.

Same!
Wish I kept my '03 or picked up an ACR back when they were available in '05.

http://i150.photobucket.com/albums/s99/ACRucrazy/SRT-4/srt1.jpg

Was running 12s back in 03/04 on the stock turbo which at the time was pretty quick and messing with a lot of the Cobras, Eclipses and Corvettes etc.

http://i150.photobucket.com/albums/s99/ACRucrazy/SRT-4/SRT1.jpg

[Shooter]

Depending on the price, possibly my next car. If its Z28 priced I'll pass, if they keep it close to where the Boss was priced, I'll put a Grey one in my Garage in a second. Some nice spy vids, of testing with these cars on YouTube, nice exhaust note.

Yep. I like the grey w/blk stripes too. Could be a fun HPDE car. Cars not even released yet, and I bet the aftermarket already has tunes, and bolt on's ready.

[Roddy]

Yep. I like the grey w/blk stripes too. Could be a fun HPDE car. Cars not even released yet, and I bet the aftermarket already has tunes, and bolt on's ready.

I hope so! Still waiting to see the price, and what it can do!

[SlateEd]

I've been waiting for the order banks to open on the 15s. It not my dream car, but I commute about 40,000 miles a year and haul all of my kids sports crap from field to field. I need something that is fun to drive, but can still do 200,000 miles in 5 years loaded down relatively reliably.

Which model did you get? I like the Recaros in the ST2 and 3, but I don't know if I want live with them for a Daily Driver.

I got a black/black ST3. The Recaros are great and they are softening up a little after 1000 miles (or maybe I'm just getting used to it). They do grip you in really well, which can initially feel too tight, but for the handling of the car I can see why they're being used. I did sit in an ST1 just to see if I could live with the regular Focus seats and it just didn't fit the character of the car IMO.... reminded me too much of what an econobox it starts from haha.

The upgraded stereo in the ST2/3 is very good FWIW. Headlights on the ST3 are very good also (HIDs only on ST3). It has enough tech features on the ST3 that i'm not missing my S4 too badly yet.



My girlfriend has a 2013 Focus ST with the ST3 package. We love it. The seats are great in my opinion, but I've always owned sporty cars so I am used to the bolstering. We are getting 27.4 mpg average over the 18k miles we've put on it. We just put snow tires on it for winter, and with the excellent heated seats it is great for most winter days.

Wow, you're doing really well in the MPG category! I'm hovering around 24 in my first 1000 miles... probably 50/50 highway and local driving. What kind of snow tires / wheels did you do for the ST? you have great taste in Viper colors so I figured you'd be a good resource. :-)

[OnceBitten]

Not sure if this is supposed to be new or old models but...

'72 DeTomaso Pantera

Prices are up on them right now but I was giving them some serious looks at a resto model. 454 mated to a porsce transmission and you have a hell of a track car that barely anyone has heard of. Yes I know the Chevy motor in place of the Ford motor is sacriledge to some but there is a lot to be improved on that old winsor engine.

[v10enomous]

This...


https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GEy5O6DXlos

[Lemay88]

Personnaly, now that I have my Viper...what my other toy would be is a Vintage Lauterbach GP boat.( attached photo)...and if it has to be a car, AC Cobra 427.

Ben8057

[Junkie]

Just sold my Gallardo. I'm a big CTS-V fan, I will continue to own those cars. Lots of vettes in the past, but I seem to be more into C5Z's vs the newer stuff. I really want a Ford GT.