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  1. Jeff E39

    Jeff E39 Formula Junior

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    #1 Jeff E39, Jan 22, 2008
    As some of you may recall I posted my new car which was a Boxster s, a few months ago, long story short its totaled. So now im looking to replace it with something different. Its between an 04 BMW M3 SMG Cab or a 04 MB CLK55 AMG coupe. I drove the M3 with the SMG and was very unimpressed, it was very jerky and not smooth at all. After speaking to others about it they said you have to learn the transmisson, be that as it may, I just wasn't impressed. The CLK55 seems a lot more refined and is very powerful, however I have been in the BMW scene for 3 years now and never really thought higly of MB''s. This will not be a daily driver, its a weekend car. It will be used for pleasure driving, car gatherings, modding, speeding, etc. For my uses and enjoyment what do you all think im better off with an M3 or CLK55.

    THX
     
  2. 993 guy

    993 guy F1 Rookie

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    #2 993 guy, Jan 23, 2008
    I would look at a M3 with a manual and/or a pre-owned Porsche 911.

    The M3 Cab isn't as solid as the coupe and a 911 is a no brainer...

    Just my opinion...
     
  3. rr87

    rr87 Formula Junior

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    #3 rr87, Jan 23, 2008
    I agree with "993 guy" on the idea of buying a pre owned 911 or a Coupe M3. I believe you can find a nice 996 used in good condition, if not, try the M3 E46 Coupe which looks amazing in my opinion.
     
  4. Jeff E39

    Jeff E39 Formula Junior

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    #4 Jeff E39, Jan 23, 2008
    I was sort of expecting this response lol
     
  5. ramvfin2003

    ramvfin2003 Formula Junior

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    #5 ramvfin2003, Jan 23, 2008
    My daily driver is a MB CLK 55 conv., love the car...subtle looks and lots of power with that "tank" MB feel. My lease is up and I am actually headed into either an RS4 or S6. WIth the baby on the way need AWD and four doors but dont want to give up speed and performance (when I drive without the child).
     
  6. LAMBOJOE

    LAMBOJOE F1 Rookie

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    #6 LAMBOJOE, Jan 23, 2008
    yep go for a 911
    i've had 10 of them great cars, you can drive them hard and they keep on going.
     
  7. ClassicFerrari

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    #7 ClassicFerrari, Jan 23, 2008
    I too agree with a 911 (993 or 997 of course ;)). However, in response to your original question....I'd say M3! They are awesome especially with the factory comp. package!
     
  8. Black355

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    #8 Black355, Jan 23, 2008
    911 FTW
     
  9. bointc

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    #9 bointc, Jan 23, 2008
    What's your budget? I'm with the M3 coupe crowd, or the 911, but if it is just for weekends and fun runs and such.... Lotus?
     
  10. 996TTurbo

    996TTurbo Formula 3

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    #10 996TTurbo, Jan 23, 2008
    Go for a 6speed Comp. pack M3... you will love how usable it is, with trunk room quick, good handling yet drivable everywhere and every day!
     
  11. 95Aero

    95Aero Karting

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    #11 95Aero, Jan 24, 2008
    bump for a 996.....great cars
     
  12. G-Gore

    G-Gore Formula Junior

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    #12 G-Gore, Jan 24, 2008
    996 only!!! It's a great daily car - I know a guy who drives his 4S every day to work, even in winter.
     
  13. bointc

    bointc Formula Junior

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    #13 bointc, Jan 24, 2008
    He said it'd only be a weekend car though... Unless I'm the one who's misreading it?
     
  14. G-Gore

    G-Gore Formula Junior

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    #14 G-Gore, Jan 24, 2008
    I know but what I'm trying to say is that Porsche is such a great sports car that u can use it daily...
     

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