Deadpool 2022

January 17th, 2022 at 4:09:14 PM permalink
rxwine
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I'd be fine with an Audi R8. Have no idea of the reliability or difficulty of working on it. The price tag, I can read just fine though.

Looks nicer in person than in pics, IMO.
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January 17th, 2022 at 5:02:08 PM permalink
missedhervee
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For entry level performance at an affordable price I'd recommend Mazda Miata, VW Golf R, or Toyota GR86.

Next up, maybe Ford GT or a performance Camaro if you like American cars, or new Supra.

Then, new Stingray, or a higher end German car.

For ultimate real world car: upcoming '23 Corvette Z06 with a flat plane crank, ala Ferrari; also Porsche 718 Cayman GT4 (probably the best, most balanced handling car built today).
January 17th, 2022 at 6:20:37 PM permalink
rxwine
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Quote: missedhervee
For entry level performance at an affordable price I'd recommend Mazda Miata, VW Golf R, or Toyota GR86.

Next up, maybe Ford GT or a performance Camaro if you like American cars, or new Supra.

Then, new Stingray, or a higher end German car.

For ultimate real world car: upcoming '23 Corvette Z06 with a flat plane crank, ala Ferrari; also Porsche 718 Cayman GT4 (probably the best, most balanced handling car built today).


No longer in the market for sports cars. However I'm still tempted by 2 wheelers, but probably need to stay away from them. Getting bones healed up is PITA the older you get.

https://www.zeromotorcycles.com/ Would like a nice electric.
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January 17th, 2022 at 7:12:48 PM permalink
missedhervee
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The Audi you referred to is very sporty.

For one vehicle that can do it all, consider Mazda CX-5 Turbo with AWD.

We bought one in '21 and I am very impressed with it.

The fit and finish is Audi level and the handling is by far the best in class; not a sports car but quite sporty with great road feel.

The turbo gives ample power, and AWD is always a benefit.

Lots of storage space in this mid-size SUV with folding rear seats.

Looks good too, especially the Carbon Edition trim level we got (we opted for black, not red seats).

YMMV.
January 18th, 2022 at 8:22:48 PM permalink
JimRockford
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Quote: missedhervee
The Audi you referred to is very sporty.

For one vehicle that can do it all, consider Mazda CX-5 Turbo with AWD.

We bought one in '21 and I am very impressed with it.

The fit and finish is Audi level and the handling is by far the best in class; not a sports car but quite sporty with great road feel.

The turbo gives ample power, and AWD is always a benefit.

Lots of storage space in this mid-size SUV with folding rear seats.

Looks good too, especially the Carbon Edition trim level we got (we opted for black, not red seats).

YMMV.

Funny you mention the CX-5. I have a 2019 CX-5 Turbo with AWD, metallic gray with white leather seats. It’s the most enjoyable to drive car I’ve ever had. I probably spent more than I should have for a car but I don’t regret a penny of it. Rear seat leg room isn’t great.
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January 18th, 2022 at 8:28:13 PM permalink
JimRockford
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As far as sports cars go, (that’s what this thread is about right?). I’m tempted by the new Nissan Z coming out in a few months. 400 hp. Twin turbo. Available with manual transmission.
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January 18th, 2022 at 8:59:54 PM permalink
rxwine
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Quote: JimRockford
As far as sports cars go, (that’s what this thread is about right?). I’m tempted by the new Nissan Z coming out in a few months. 400 hp. Twin turbo. Available with manual transmission.


Deadpool/Driving. Both start with D. Good enough.
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January 18th, 2022 at 9:13:02 PM permalink
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Deadpool/Driving. Both start with D. Good enough.
Is that an old Kennedy joke?
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January 18th, 2022 at 9:15:39 PM permalink
rxwine
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Is that an old Kennedy joke?


Not one I heard. Must be an Edward reference.
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January 19th, 2022 at 9:44:51 AM permalink
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