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06-12-2016, 12:17 PM | #331 |
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06-12-2016, 06:08 PM | #332 | |
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06-13-2016, 08:17 PM | #333 | |
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As for the OP, what's the point of "having a back seat" if it's not functional at all? I found myself in the same boat a few years ago, and it just so happens that a 3-series coupe (obviously now a 4-series...) has enough space in the rear to comfortably seat 2 adults. I hear talk of a TTS, you seriously might want to just stick to a 2-seater. You'll have enough space for a laptop bag, and that's about it. No car seats are going to fit back there, much less a human being out of toddler years. I would suggest a Camaro but unless they've changed with the latest remodel the back seats are almost just as useless. Fantastic car though, especially considering the price. Glad the M4 is a definite test drive; between the DCT and the ridiculous torque of the S55, I can't comprehend anyone being disappointed by the responsiveness. The M2 is absolutely amazing, but they appear to be suffering from markup problems as well and I saw availability may be a problem for Canada... but if you can get your hands on one, seriously consider it. I haven't checked rear seat room but it's got to be more than a TT... and probably more than a 911 (which is beyond the 80k price range anyway unless you go used). One other thing to note though- if a manual is absolutely off the list, I strongly suggest you find something with a dual clutch gearbox. The one in the M4 and M2 is fantastic (I think the M2 is technically different but they feel the same). Porsche's PDK is great too but I actually prefer the BMW DCT. Compared to any slushbox though it's just light years ahead. As someone who has driven manuals all my life, I honestly can't complain about the driving experience of my DCT M4- it is the ultimate compromise for those who just can't do manual for any of a thousand reasons (and it's much faster too...). (That said my next car will certainly have a manual. I got the DCT because I was absolutely sick of DC traffic with a manual, but I've realized that I can just steal my wife's Macan when I have a 9am or 3pm meeting in the district. But I am happy with the DCT; it's an absolute joy on a racetrack I just get more of a kick out of day-to-day rowing through the gears). |
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06-14-2016, 09:12 AM | #334 |
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Regardless of the car you choose. Please make sure you choose a DCT transmission. Having recently switched from a manual to an automatic transmission. I can tell you from personal experience. IT SUCKS.
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12-08-2016, 08:16 AM | #335 |
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What now? Move from 981 Cayman S
so I have the itch to make a move and have the finances to go to about 120k cdn but I find myself struggling to find a car I want
a little history and a bit about what i like on my second 981 cayman...tried the c7 didnt like it i want manual, na (for throttle response and sound), compact car only car that comes to mind is 991S which I have yet to drive any other suggestions? |
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12-08-2016, 08:21 AM | #336 |
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12-08-2016, 08:58 AM | #338 | |
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12-08-2016, 09:23 AM | #341 |
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Manual and NA are going the way of the dinosaurs. Why don't you try out auto and turbo? Just get a 718 S, performs much better than 981 and sounds pretty good to me (much better than M3 to my ears; just as good as 991.2).
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Won't be long before the used market will be the only choice.
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12-08-2016, 09:49 AM | #346 | |
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I am not adverse to larger displacement v8 turbos like amg gt but then the manual becomes an issue.... tried f type s manual....good but not quite as good as my 981... i want to upgrade and a 991s seems like the only upgrade option out there |
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