Originally Posted by Sideways&Smiling (Post 2500687)

Realistically, the 570s is at least 3x better looking thant he R8.

:P

Originally Posted by cdrazic93 (Post 2500747)

If i saw Tcoat, ultra, steve, and the other regular class clowns on here in a cubical office style commerical business, I have a hard time not seeing spit balls fly over cubical walls or chairs that spontaniously collapse...

Originally Posted by Nevermore (Post 2501090)

Hey, at the very least they make my threads seem popular. I can't remember the last time a discussion I created lasted 3 pages that didn't end with two vendors banned.


To keep it on topic I will ask a dangerous question. If I do not keep the FR-S, what should I consider to replace it that is not a 2016 Miata? I will consider new and used suggestions, though depending on the car a lease might be the only way to afford a new car.


Budget: $300-$400 a month (including insurance!)

Originally Posted by Nevermore (Post 2501312)

Well, considering how much I love my FR-S I'd have to say driver feel. I don't want some big, dumb, numb sedan or SUV. I'd like a car in the same field, too bad the choices are so limited. That's why the answer is always Miata.

Originally Posted by jsimon7777 (Post 2501373)

If my FR-S disappeared, I dunno what I'd get. I'd probably live with my Fiat 500e until the lease is up and then get a Bolt. I'd still want a sports car, though. Might get a GTI, but VW is evil. As for Mustang, GT350 only, and that means GT350R, but that's out of your price range. The regular Mustang is meh. E90 M3. E90 328i manual w/sport or AST suspension for a long term reliable fun luxurious car that looks classy and can run track days. Oh, I like that idea!

Originally Posted by Ultramaroon (Post 2501454)

dat body roll doe :/

Originally Posted by Nevermore (Post 2501745)

I helped!

Maybe I could just get a cheap econobox lease and hope something better is released in a few years. But that could be a risk. What if nothing cool comes out!?

Originally Posted by Nevermore (Post 2501090)

To keep it on topic I will ask a dangerous question. If I do not keep the FR-S, what should I consider to replace it that is not a 2016 Miata?

Originally Posted by Nevermore (Post 2501745)

I helped!

Maybe I could just get a cheap econobox lease and hope something better is released in a few years. But that could be a risk. What if nothing cool comes out!?

Originally Posted by Nevermore (Post 2501745)

Maybe I could just get a cheap econobox lease and hope something better is released in a few years. But that could be a risk. What if nothing cool comes out!?

Originally Posted by strat61caster (Post 2501796)

2017 Miata

If my 86 disappeared right now, I'd replace it with another 86 given my current plans.



If I tossed those plans out the window I think I'd be looking at a sporty econo box as well, there are a ton right now under $20k used, Abarth or FiST currently top my list (there's actually an Abarth for $14.5k near me right now, low mileage), maybe GTI. Right now is kind of the best time that there's been in terms of econo boxes. From the Mazda3 to Civic Si to Ford Focus ST to Mini Cooper S, there's tons of options if you are ok with FWD and want something that won't bore you.

I'd love to go older, an 80's coupe or NA Miata but realistically those may create problems.

Originally Posted by Ultramaroon (Post 2501821)

I honestly don't think anything will happen in the street-legal go kart class. You will be choosing between the 86 or a Miata for the foreseeable future. If the body roll isn't a deal breaker and you're short enough. The answer might actually be Miata.

Originally Posted by Nevermore (Post 2501824)

It's like even Mazda thinks an auto Miata is a sin. They take all the good stuff off the auto.

Originally Posted by strat61caster (Post 2501851)

Short list of cars lighter than an 86 with power to match or best the 86 in a straight line:
Ford Fiesta ST
Fiat Abarth
Mini Cooper S



Wait, so it's AT only for you?

Originally Posted by jsimon7777 (Post 2501893)

The Abarth is awesome, but the 500e is better. I have not driven a Fiesta ST yet, but Ford seats universally suck. The Mini is historically overpriced and uncomfortable. I haven't sat in the newest one, though.