The Bounty Bar Kid

I'm going to give up on finding the perfect spec. The one I'm going to see is only missing 2 things I'd like. Rear view camera and sapphire blue paint. Every other option is there.

8 hours ago, Tomato said:

 

The V8 R8 I personally think is better sweet spot for balance than the V10, just feels more balanced, immediately drove them back to back on a track not road, but they not a typical audi either which is a plus.

 

Sounds like you just need to go and drive a load of cars 🤣

I think I'm pretty set on a Porsche, always wanted one and the 981 s is the best I can currently afford. I'm very picky on cars. The new Supra did peak my interest, possibly only car that I might consider for the money. There were others I'd like but not sure if they're a great buy or other factors like servicing costs/tax/ insurance got in the way.

Anyways I need to scratch that Porsche itch whilst I can.

20 hours ago, Loadmaster said:

Next one on Saturday 3rd August, 09:00 - 11:30.

Think you mean September 😝

R8 doesn't tickle my bits unfortunately. Had a look at them. V10 maybe but not in my budget 

52 minutes ago, docwra said:

Can I add the A110 Alpine to the list, £40K will get a decent one  

45k plus on auto trader. Looked at them already.

4 hours ago, ShortPaul said:

This looks like a lot more than 40k worth

Probably is. But I'm not going for a turbo s. I'm going for a Cayman s.

25 minutes ago, Andy_Muxlow said:

If I had that kind of money to spend on a car it would probably be a Nismo. Then with the rest maybe boost it lol 😂 

Unfortunately the condition on the money is to use it to buy a car. Nothing else. Mods would have to come from my own money. If I spend less than 40k, I don't get to keep the difference.

Test drive booked for Saturday 😁

😍

4 hours ago, Stutopia said:

 

Just be patient and stay glued to AT and PH, one will crop up. I personally wouldn't get too precious about Chrono. I seldom use it on the PDK, Sport is plenty fast through the gears and the throttle map and shift points are fine, unless you really want to go for it. When I am in that kind of mood, I want the paddles. A working PSE is a must though, watch for seized valves on the exhaust, I had to replace mine (£1200) as they were totally stuck and I was missing out on the noise - can't think of many better sounding OEM cars when you're giving it the beans.

 

I don't know if the Alcantara headliner is optional on the S but it's a really nice touch.

Well I've found a great black s with low miles which I'll go look at hopefully this Saturday but they've got a much higher mileage sapphire blue one too. Although I won't get that one, if I fall in love with the blue, I might hold out until I find the perfect one.

Unfortunately I can't go that high. I've got 40k plus my car and that needs to include insurance and tax. I can chuck in a little more but that's it. Can't stretch above £42k all in.

5 minutes ago, GranTurismoEra said:

 

..Do ppl check mpg when going above a V6?! Just put a 100 pounds for the weekend. Youll live 😂

 

3.4 Cayman is a good shout once the Common issues are sorted. Theyve all gone up. What about the 2.7. 

MPG is important to a degree. I'd rather the 3.4, more fun.

Nice Camaro but what's it like round going round corners and I bet the mpg is horrendous.

6 hours ago, ShortPaul said:

How about a rx7 

Needs to be ULEZ compliant. If the expansion happens, the new edge of it will be a 3mins drive from my house. I live just outside the London area so would have to pay £12.50 each day to go into it.

1 minute ago, pintopete58 said:

Your asking for advice but you wanted a porsch all along. 

Glwys

Didn't know i definitely wanted a Porsche. I was thinking about a 370z before and then a 911, but realised it was too expensive. Looked at some of the other suggestions like R8, Lotus and Vantage. But so far the Cayman wins, unless someone can recommend something else.

Oh and I do know a good indy, used to on here with his Veilside 350z. I'm sure I'll contact him if I get the car.

4 minutes ago, ATTAK Z said:

That's nice ... good colour ... running costs ? - I'd say reasonable if you know a good indy

Love the colour but bit too high mileage. Found a black one with 22k miles on the clock. But really want one in that blue.

6 minutes ago, pintopete58 said:

Never thought do you fancy a D plate mint and i mean mint 1.6 capri laser owned for the last 30 years .

It's fore sale on here 10k

No thanks 😊

1 minute ago, pintopete58 said:

GTR YOU ONLY LIVE ONCE 

And I wouldn't be able to afford the servicing costs 🤣

48 minutes ago, Umster said:

I've just taken snaps of my E90 M3 - will post it later but well within your budget. Fun, sporty and actually practical. 

Not a fan of BMWs. Good luck with the sale though.

Cayman 981s it is I think. Now to find one with the 3.4 engine, pdk, sports exhaust, sports chrono package and in sapphire blue.

4 minutes ago, ZMANALEX said:

Push the boat out and go for a 718 Cayman GT4, you won't regret it I promise you. 

I can't afford that! I'm very lucky I've got £40k coming to me. 🤣

Need it to be ULEZ compliant. My current car, Renault Clio 1.2 8v X reg is on its way out. Will be fun rocking up and asking for a test drive and trying to part exchange it

http://www.autotrader.co.uk/car-details/202208198951392?atmobcid=soc3 😍

What are running costs like on a Porsche? Always been a dream to get one.

Yeah running costs will be a factor. Hence why 370z seems like a safer choice.