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comic0guy · 05-19-2013, 07:54 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by comic0guy

I have both the Evo X and the BRZ. I'd argue these are the two best handling cars(new) under $50k.

To add to what I wrote. The other question is how important is track driving, and does he plan to modify the car a little or some?

The Evo X is a good candidate tracking out of the box, with just tires, brakes/fluid, and a simple tune. As well you can add power pretty reliability with it, without going too crazy either. The Evo is just an awesome platform to grow with. But like others have said, isn't the lightest car either.

The BRZ is a better daily car though, at least in terms of comfort, but definitely not utility. The BRZ has only been around for a little, but making more power and being reliable may still be a question mark, on top of being more complex compared to the Evo.

So that poses another question, how important is power to him?

Sc0ob_do0D · 05-19-2013, 08:56 PM

3) FR-S

n2oinferno · 05-19-2013, 09:19 PM

CTS-V, 997 911, or stretch the budget and find an Evora

Iixii · 05-19-2013, 10:03 PM

Buy the Cayman S and call it a day

Kelbyat07 · 05-19-2013, 10:06 PM

TOYOTA SUPRA

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kster1 · 05-19-2013, 11:23 PM

If I were looking for a Cayman, I'd stick with a MY2009 or later due to the IMS issue:
http://forums.rennlist.com/rennforum...-cayman-s.html

jkonquer · 05-19-2013, 11:31 PM

If u can afford a cayman, 3 and best choice is lotus elise or exige

sprintertrueno86 · 05-20-2013, 12:29 AM

used Audi TTS

TTRS (over 40k tho)

Jedi1 · 05-20-2013, 12:34 AM

Lotus

Brzetto · 05-20-2013, 12:36 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Sasquachulator

He said no BMW, but DIDNT rule out the other luxury brands :P

It should be noted that the G37 is a four seat 370Z. The OP's friend might consider a Lexus IS350.

OrbitalEllipses · 05-20-2013, 12:41 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by sprintertrueno86

used Audi TTS

TTRS (over 40k tho)

Cayman S over a TTRS all day.

Turbowned · 05-20-2013, 08:59 AM

Sounds to me like he just wants the BRZ

GTFrank · 05-20-2013, 12:44 PM

If he can afford the maintenance the Cayman is the way to go. I had to pick between the new Boxter and the BRZ. I picked the BRZ. I drive 20k a year. I just could not do that to the Boxter. I have used the Rear seat in the BRZ a Few times.

rhy · 05-20-2013, 01:21 PM

Does your buddy have a budget in mind?

05-19-2013, 10:06 PM	#19
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