Hiway killer for $45k

Suggestions for purchase for a highway killer with $45k to spend...

Thanks much.

 

Not entirely sure of your definition of a highway killer....used Viper? Corvette Z06?

 

I don't know what you are after either...

If I was in your boat, I would buy an old SL600 (R126)...just because I like the way it looks.

 

http://www.trader-on-wheels.tv/invdetail.cfm?inventoryid=2366

 

Low Mileage: 671,767

 

Its R129!!!!! In time Omar you will learn young grasshopper
Erik

 

Oops. Yeaa I am still learning the 'Benz bit.'

 

What's a highway killer? A fast, inexpensive sedan? Great gas mileage? Not too sure here, but my suggestions would be 300C SRT8 (not sure if they're down to $45k yet, but should be darn close), e38 M5, or CTS-V...all 400+ HP, good cruisers, comparable room...only question is slushbox or stick...

 

Mercedes 1994 500E/E500... and only cost around $20K for a very nice one, around $30K for one with less than 50K miles...
and very very fast on the highway, and smooth, will surprise anyone out there, mine however looks very different, due to the rims, but put the basic non-chrome rims on, and it is the ultimate sleeper
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A used BMW e39 M5 will do the trick quite nicely...in a stealth fashion to boot...stay away from the Benz sedans as they only come with slush boxes...

 

Yeah, I should have provided more info. I currently have a BMW 750 (the one with the V-12), but it's getting long in the tooth. I'm interested in a big sedan or coupe.

Thanks for the ideas!

 

single turbo mkIV supra.

 

I like the smooth ride comfortable driving and great trans of the Lexus GS430. Just my $.02. For around $45k you can get a nice '04 if you look enough. Also, you should not need a repair budget.
BT

 

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Porsche 928GTS
BMW 840ci

 

2005 Audi S4 for a sporty 'hwy killer'

 

They are the highway kings.

 

CTS-V would be nice. Just prepare for the huge depreciation lol

 

SL600 definitely. This one should put down about anything and it'll leave you some spare change: http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/Mercedes-Benz-SL600-RENNtech-V12-Sport-SL7-4-SL55_W0QQitemZ4609218523QQcategoryZ6338QQssPageNameZWDVWQQrdZ1QQcmdZViewItem

Edit: I'm not involved in this auction in anyway and I can't verify if it's a real Renntech.

 

The e39 M5 is a far different sedan than the 750i...drive one and see for yourself.

 

That looks like a wicked good buy. If I had 30 grand liquid and were looking for a new set of wheels I would consider it.

 

DAMN! If I had 30k right now I would so buy that SL, no question.

 

I'm surprised no one has suggested one of the SRT-8 triplets: 300C SRT-8, Magnum SRT-8, and Charger SRT-8. All will be in the low $40k's with some options, and are somewhat stealthy (esp. the 300C and Magnum).

 

If you are moving form the 750, I would buy a S55 *maybe*, but I would probably just buy the last year 750 sport (2001).

I love that car.

 

Did you ever see Fun with Dick and Jane?

I would have to also suggest an '01 750. Those cars are about 1/3 of their new price with low miles. Even the Protection Package ones are really low prices.

Edit: For anyone interested in that SL600, I would probably call up Renntech and given them the VIN to verify if they have actually worked on that car and put those features in. Just to double check.