^ camaro = chick car

^ Stinky

Totally disagree. VW bug, Honda CRV.... THOSE are chick cars.

Could you dress up a camaro like a chick car, sure. But, that'd be a waste. If your gonna dress it up, dress it up like this ---->

http://itwildcats.net/wp-content/uploads/2009/01/hennessey-ls9-camaro.jpg 

Definitely not chicky.....

-N

I do like to drive fast. But, I'm frugal. Frugal doesn't mean cheap, it just means I want the best value for money spent. And, I really don't want high maintenance costs. I know the Porsche's require some specialized maintenance as does the BMW and a few others.

I was hoping this thread would appeal to my frugalness and talk me out of buying one because I know the maintenance can be expensive. And, thankfully, you have done that. I passed on the 1999 with 43000 one-owner-garaged-immaculate-condition miles.......

I hate making emotional decisions because they are usually flawed. So, I have made a logical decision and am back on the hunt for a CTS/DTS/STS, G35/37, M35/45, etc.

Thanks all.....

Cheif,

I needed a car for work, so bye-bye Corvette hello M35 Sport...(Yeah I wanted the bigger wheels and tires and stiffer suspension...

Now don't get me wrong the M is a really nice car....And a joy to drive as big sedans go.... But I sure miss my Vette....

Unfortunately it could be awhile till I have the "disposable" cash for another toy....

chiefburg:

Frugality and driving sports cars don't come together. You have to give up something for something. Sports cars are very expensive toys - big boys toys.

If you are looking for the best value for your money, look at Mazda Miata. Small little car that handles very well, but it is made for small framed people. If you are looking at HP and straight line acceleration, look for Mustangs and Corvette...Nothing can beat the Vette value. If you are looking for dream handling combined with ample acceleration, look for Buxter S and Cayman S.

If you don't want to spend that much money on a toy, look for GSXR, CBR, R6, and R1. A lot more fun for the a fraction of the price.

screaming chick car:

http://www.google.com/imgres?imgurl=http://www.chooseyouritem.com/classics/photos/61000/61356.1977.Chevrolet.Camaro.2-Door.Sport.Coupe.jpg&imgrefurl=http://www.chooseyouritem.com/classics/files/61000/61356.html&usg=__P5NgkysfWmy2mmst9-UXOB-fAP0=&h=283&w=425&sz=26&hl=en&start=36&zoom=1&tbnid=M7p_KCewpILOoM:&tbnh=163&tbnw=236&prev=/images%3Fq%3D1977%2Bcamaro%26um%3D1%26hl%3Den%26client%3Dfirefox-a%26sa%3DN%26rls%3Dorg.mozilla:en-US:official%26biw%3D1128%26bih%3D670%26tbs%3Disch:10%2C1666&um=1&itbs=1&iact=hc&vpx=410&vpy=136&dur=860&hovh=163&hovw=245&tx=131&ty=50&ei=UGd1TI_TFIX7lwf1hYHIBQ&oei=NGd1TI3_HML88AaI8vmFBg&esq=5&page=4&ndsp=12&ved=1t:429,r:1,s:36&biw=1128&bih=670 

#45 - John: Yes, the Miata can be ton of fun with a few modifications and I've owned one for 10 years now. But, I think it's time to move up to something with a little more luxury and a little less bone-jarring. I think the Vette is good but I think I'm looking for something that seats more than two.

BMW M5 Sedan... V10 500Hp... oh, and a 4 door..

There are two 2010 bmw m6's in my parking garage that i drive by everyday. retarded

re:45, actually your quote on the Mustang is a thing of the past about it being only a drag queen. The 2011 5.0 GT (not shelby) GT, runs toe to toe with the BMW M3. MT just recently ran them at the track with a pro driver and a editor: Just wait until the 2012 Boss 302 returns....

http://www.motortrend.com/roadtests/coupes/1010_2011_2011_ford_mustang_gt_vs_2011_bmw_m3_comparison/index.html 

Lap Times:

MT Editor Ed Loh:
BMW M3: 92.07sec
Mustang GT: 91.52sec

Pro driver Randy Pobst:
BMW M3: 86.67sec
Mustang GT: 86.76sec

0-60:
BMW M3: 4.4sec
Mustang GT: 4.4sec

1/4mi:
BMW M3: 12.8sec at 110.9mph
Mustang GT: 12.7sec at 111.6mph






Not bad considering the Mustang is 30k less.

The 2012 Mustang BOSS 302 will pack 440 hp and FORD guarantees it will beat the M3 at any game. It's the car they pitted the Boss 302 against from the beginning of the build.
For the price of a used Boxster a brand new car seems way more appealing. I have no doubt in my mind the Boss 302 will hang with the Boxster and Caymen.

http://jalopnik.com/5612179/ford-mustang-boss-302-the-boss-really-is-back 

http://www.leftlanenews.com/ford-mustang-boss-302.html 

I never seriously ever thought of buying a Porsche but of the two I’ve driven (…914 and 911…), they were definitely fun to drive. Since I was more of a muscle car guy, taking a corner at 50 miles an hour was a hoot!