OK, just wanted to do this for a fun, simple way to see what everyone thinks...Let's try for max participation!

Rules:

1.) Ten cars, do not have to be in any order, that are currently in production and for sale in the USA.
2.) Max MSRP limit of $100K...Let's keep it realistic.
3.) BE SPECIFIC. For example, the 325Ci Vert and the 330Ci Coupe count as two separate cars.
4.) This really isn't intended to be a debate/discussion. We already had a thread about the worst (-looking) cars, so let's keep this one positive.

I'll start:

1.) Infiniti G35 Sedan 6MT
2.) Infiniti G35 Coupe 6MT
3.) Lexus LX470
4.) Lexus LS430
5.) Lexus GS430
6.) Mercedes-Benz E320 CDI
7.) Pontiac GTO 6MT
8.) Subaru Impreza WRX STi
9.) Volkswagen Touareg V10
10.) Audi S4 Sedan 6MT

 

Off the top of my head, in no particular order, a good mixture of performance, luxury & quality I think:

1. 645 ci

2. RS6

3. E55 AMG

4. NSX

5. M3

6. 911 Carrera

7. SL500

8. LS430

9. G35 coupe

10. SC430

Obviously, I wouldn't have bought 9 & 10 if I don't think highly of them

 

1. Dodge Viper SRT-10
2. Chevrolet Corvette
3. BMW M3
4. Mercedes-Benz SL-500
5. Infiniti G35 Coupe
6. Lexus GS430
7. Lexus SC430
8. Mercedes-Benz E55 AMG
9. Acura NSX
10. Porsche 911 Carrera

These cars are SICK!

What a garage full this would be!

Damn, I can't include my SC400!

 

Curious to see some of you pick the lower variations of certain models.

E320 CDI? How about the E55 AMG?

545i? How about the M5? (just about out)

Curious, you would rather have an STi over a Dodge Viper or C6 Vette? If yes, that's fine. Just curious.

 

M5 not out yet NOW, plus I changed my mind(& my post above) - Of course I'd pick E55 over 545, but between E55 or new M5, it's more difficult to decide. E55 looks better, but M5 still the King of Sports sedan.

 

1. E46 BMW M3
2. VW GTI VR6
3. G35 coupe 6mt
4. Integra Type-R
5. MKIV Supra
6. Acura NSX
7. Evo VIII
8. STI
9. Corvette ZO-6
10. Audi A4, don't kno which one

all relatively affordable

 

my car with 100k worth of mods

1. 1990 Porsche 951
2. 2000 Lexus GS400
3.Lexus LS430
4. Lingenfelter Vette with 426tt
5. RS6
6. 2000 F150 Roush stage 3
7. 2000 Lexus SC400
8. Lotus Elise
9. TVR Tuscan 6
10. dunno

 

he said CURRENTLY in production!

mine are... in no particular order...
SL500
NSX
E55 AMG
viper
645ci
S500
GS430
lotus exige/elise
volvo S60R
porsche GT2 (hehehe MSRP= $99,900)

 

As far as my list goes, I tried to be realistic and practical, hence why I only have two coupes there.I like the E320 CDI because it marks the return of Mercedes-Benz diesel. It's just a great all-around car.

Yes, if it came down to it, for a primary/only car, I would take the STi over the Viper or Vette. It's significantly cheaper and more practical in every respect, and the performance gains of the others aren't worth the extra money to me. I couldn't see myself using a Viper as a daily-driver.

Affordability was a key factor in my picks. I would never drive a car I couldn't pay cash for, so that is automatically limiting to an extent. Also, most luxury/performance cars have resale and status that fade quickly. When you see pics of older STi's from overseas, they still look neat and command attention and respect. It is not the case for older luxury sedans or coupes (hell, would you bat an eye at a '96 S-Klasse or the older BMW 6-Series? Probably not).

Hope that explains it.

EDIT: Yeah guys, please read the "rules"...It's easier to compare answers that way.

 

Not in any particular order. But I would buy one of these cars if I had the $100k. These are not necessarily in production. But oh well.

Jaguar XKR

Lotus Esprit V8 Twin turbo

Pontiac GTO (2004')

Chevrolet Corvette (C6)

Mercedes Benz E55

BMW 750iL (E39) (used)

Porsche 928GTS (used)

Range Rover

Lexus SC430

BMW X5 4.8is

 

I don't care much for sports cars, but my list would be as follows:

- 2006 Lexus GS430: Grey with grey/black interior
- 2005 Lexus LS430: (Sport with with modern luxury package) dark blue with tan/mahogany interior
- 2005 Toyota Tundra Double Cab Limited 4X4 S/C: dark grey with black leather interior
- 2005 Lexus LX470 S/C: black with tan leather
- 2005 Lexus IS430 6MT: black with tan leather (like the one from rides)
- 2005 Lexus RX330 AWD: that green/grey color with tan leather
- 2005 Lexus GX470 4X4 S/C: Black on Tan Leather
- 2006 Ferrari F430: Red on Tan Leather (I'm grasping here...)
- ? Lexus new Ultra Luxury Sedan
- ? Lexus 2007 IS430 coupe 6MT

 

Well, my questioning in my earlier post was because this is a list of our most desirable cars under 100K whether we can afford them or not. Most of us can't afford these cars (Viper, SL500, ect.). Nevertheless, they're the cars we would pick if money wasn't an issue (up to 100K). It's also not about practicality, just pure desire.

 

Lexus GS
MB SL
MB E55 AMG
BMW M5/M3
Infiniti G35
Jag XKR
Porsche C4S Cab
NSX
Lotus Esprit
Panoz Esperante

 

In order (~ $60k or less):

05 C55 AMG
05 Lexus LS430 (sport)
04 BMW M3 SMG
04 Audi S4 6mt
05 Infiniti G35 sedan 6mt
05 Volvo S40 T5 AWD
05 Subaru Legacy 2.5 GT Limited (manual)
05 Chrysler 300C
05 Infiniti Q45
05 Volkswagen Jetta GLI 6mt

Notice the position of the Q45 on this list ....

M.

 

I know that some of you have qualms (as I do) about Ford quality, but I personally would place the new 2005 Mustang on the list. That is an absolutely dynamite-looking car inside and out...just like the original car I grew up with. The looks on that car are SO good it just might be worth rolling the dice on its potential reliability. It also has something no $100,000 car to my knowledge has....adjustable dash lights in 127 colors.
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