Considering a new car. What you guys think?

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May 1, 2009 | 04:58 AM
  #1  
I want a new car but I dont know what to buy
These are currently on the list.

VW R32 -07/08
Audi S3 -07/08
Audi A5 -08
BMW 3-series coupe/cabriolet -07/08
Mitsubishi Evolution X -08
Subaru WRX STI -08

Or maybe new MB E-class or E-class coupe
Or the upcoming new generation VW R45 with 340hp and AWD

UPDATE: I remembered the upcoming VW super golf name wrong it is R45 NOT R35
Feel free to check it out here http://www.worldcarfans.com/9090416....0hp-on-the-way

Thing is that I want fast five seater

What you guys think would be good choice and why?
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May 1, 2009 | 08:34 AM
  #2  
Now that Audi dropped a manual into the A5, that is currently my favorite. It would have been my choice if they would have done it a year earlier. Not too mention the manual with the sport and "Luxury" packages comes in under 45K and likely under 40K with the market like it is...love my C but God that car is sweet...
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May 1, 2009 | 09:49 AM
  #3  
R35
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May 1, 2009 | 09:53 AM
  #4  
Quote: R35
Thats my current favorite
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May 1, 2009 | 02:24 PM
  #5  
Can't bring myself to paying so much for a Lancer or Impreza...
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May 1, 2009 | 02:26 PM
  #6  
Quote: Or the upcoming new generation VW R35 with 340hp and AWD
Does that car even exist? I can't find any info on it on google (even when searching just R35 or VW R35 it brings up the Nissan) And for the 2010 models it just shows info everywhere on the Golf and GTI
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May 1, 2009 | 06:48 PM
  #7  
The 2010 Mercedes E-Class if you need a four-door sedan, or the 2010 E-Class Coupe if you don't. IMO these 2 cars are in a different ballpark compared to all the other cars on your list.
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May 1, 2009 | 07:10 PM
  #8  
I wonder if the new 2010 E-Class sedan can have the grille and 3-point star tip replaced w/ the sport style from the 2010 E-Class coupe...
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May 1, 2009 | 07:49 PM
  #9  
You should definitely look into a 1-series - 135... same power as 335 bmw, but much less weight
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May 1, 2009 | 07:50 PM
  #10  
Quote: Does that car even exist? I can't find any info on it on google (even when searching just R35 or VW R35 it brings up the Nissan) And for the 2010 models it just shows info everywhere on the Golf and GTI
No it doesn't. There were rumors about R36 with about 300hp, when the current R32 was coming out. Next is VW R20 with 2.0 engine from TT-S/S3.

R35 was Nissan Skyline Model.
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May 1, 2009 | 11:28 PM
  #11  
2010 C350 :P
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May 2, 2009 | 04:58 AM
  #12  
Sorry I remembered the VW super golf name wrong it is R45 not R35
Proof is here http://www.worldcarfans.com/9090416....0hp-on-the-way
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May 2, 2009 | 05:02 AM
  #13  
Quote: No it doesn't. There were rumors about R36 with about 300hp, when the current R32 was coming out. Next is VW R20 with 2.0 engine from TT-S/S3.

R35 was Nissan Skyline Model.
It is R45 I just remembered the name wrong
http://www.worldcarfans.com/9090416....0hp-on-the-way
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May 2, 2009 | 05:03 AM
  #14  
Quote: Does that car even exist? I can't find any info on it on google (even when searching just R35 or VW R35 it brings up the Nissan) And for the 2010 models it just shows info everywhere on the Golf and GTI
It is VW R45 not R35. I remembered that super golf name wrong
http://www.worldcarfans.com/9090416....0hp-on-the-way
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May 2, 2009 | 03:41 PM
  #15  
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May 2, 2009 | 07:07 PM
  #16  
I fell in love with the 335, we settled on the C class because BMW didnt want to negoitate.. Dont bother with the 328 becuase on the test drive i beat the chit out of it..wasnt too impressed but was alright.
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May 2, 2009 | 08:38 PM
  #17  
The new E Class is technically superior to everything mentioned here. Pity it's not the best looker & the US won't get the new engine until it makes decent fuel.

If you want a thoroughly boring, equally ugly, but highly competent vehicle - Buy a Lexus.
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May 4, 2009 | 09:59 AM
  #18  
I never believe any VW power ratings until the car is in the showroom. Since you are not in the US, you'll likely have access to a higher hp VW. The US rarely get the good stuff from the VW factory. And, a little off topic, JD Power blew any chance of the faster shifting European DSG transmission making it into US cars. Apparenlty, according to JDP, people who buy GTIs or Rs in the US don't want the added exhaust noise had during quicker shifts. They must have no idea who actually buys those cars
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May 9, 2009 | 10:40 AM
  #19  
Quote: If you want a thoroughly boring, equally ugly, but highly competent vehicle - Buy a Lexus.
I dont think that the IS350 is ugly or boring at all. Ive drove it, and 0-60 times can break into the 4's

Lexus makes great cars, just have to stiffen up the suspension.
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May 9, 2009 | 12:06 PM
  #20  
Audi A5/S5 is one of the sexiest cars on the road. That would def be my #1 choice...would've gotten the A5 myself if I hadn't been over miles on my '07 C280 and needed to get out of the lease 5 mths early to avoid penalty fees
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