Welcome to the North American Subaru Impreza Owners Club Friday March 29, 2024
Home Forums Images WikiNASIOC Products Store Modifications Upgrade Garage
New England Subaru Impreza Club
Go Back   NASIOC > NASIOC Chapters > New England Impreza Club Forum -- NESIC

Welcome to NASIOC - The world's largest online community for Subaru enthusiasts!
Welcome to the NASIOC.com Subaru forum.

You are currently viewing our forum as a guest, which gives you limited access to view most discussions and access our other features. By joining our community, free of charge, you will have access to post topics, communicate privately with other members (PM), respond to polls, upload content and access many other special features. Registration is free, fast and simple, so please join our community today!

If you have any problems with the registration process or your account login, please contact us.







* As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases. 
* Registered users of the site do not see these ads. 
Reply
 
Thread Tools Display Modes
Old 02-22-2013, 04:10 PM   #26
nhmtns
Scooby Guru
 
Member#: 94283
Join Date: Aug 2005
Chapter/Region: NESIC
Location: Mt. Washington Valley, NH
Vehicle:
'19 Ascent

Default

Quote:
Originally Posted by BradX978 View Post
Forgot we were on nasioc where anything Honda is looked down upon.
Uh, not really. He said he liked the Acura 3.5 RL, which was essentially a step (or two) up from the Accord. Not sure why you would suggest the Civic, which is a step down from the Accord. He wants a refined sedan, not an economy car.
* Registered users of the site do not see these ads.
nhmtns is offline   Reply With Quote
Sponsored Links
* Registered users of the site do not see these ads.
Old 02-22-2013, 04:13 PM   #27
BradX978
Scooby Newbie
 
Member#: 334143
Join Date: Oct 2012
Chapter/Region: NESIC
Location: Leominster
Vehicle:
2008 WRX
Vin Diesel.

Default

Quote:
Originally Posted by nhmtns View Post

He said he liked the Acura 3.5 RL, which was essentially a step (or two) up from the Accord. Not sure why you would suggest the Civic, which is a step down from the Accord. He wants a refined sedan, not an economy car.
Must of missed that post, so my apologys. The civic is just the best bang for buck/reliability/mileage IMO. And let's face it.. You want reliability... It's Honda. Period.

But if money isn't an issue, get a Maybach. Personal limo-sedan. 350k, but **** it.
BradX978 is offline   Reply With Quote
Old 02-23-2013, 09:02 AM   #28
MaSTi
Scooby Specialist
 
Member#: 41358
Join Date: Aug 2003
Chapter/Region: NESIC
Location: Winchendon, MA
Vehicle:
16 Golf R
Black

Default

My list post Subaru scene has the following cars I want to check out once I get my normal income once again. I'm basically looking lux performance sedans....

1) C63
2) CTS-V
3) XF-R
4) IS-F

These are decent lux with performance in mind. Again nothing "super" fast, but will be fairly quick considering it's pulling WAY more weight than a WRX or STi!!!

Although I suggested a RS4/RS6 teh ONLY reason I wouldn't buy is because A) a good friend has a RS6 and B) AWD is not a need sice I'll have a DD in my Forester.
MaSTi is offline   Reply With Quote
Old 02-23-2013, 09:20 AM   #29
WRB13WRX
Scooby Newbie
 
Member#: 341786
Join Date: Dec 2012
Chapter/Region: South East
Location: Birmingham, AL
Vehicle:
2013 WRX Ltd. Hatch
SWP

Default

so you dont like the new TL? id get the SH-AWD TL with the 3.7L 305hp. quite a car. tons of room, huge trunk and lots of bells and whistles.
WRB13WRX is offline   Reply With Quote
Old 02-23-2013, 05:39 PM   #30
MaSTi
Scooby Specialist
 
Member#: 41358
Join Date: Aug 2003
Chapter/Region: NESIC
Location: Winchendon, MA
Vehicle:
16 Golf R
Black

Default

Quote:
Originally Posted by WRB13WRX View Post
so you dont like the new TL? id get the SH-AWD TL with the 3.7L 305hp. quite a car. tons of room, huge trunk and lots of bells and whistles.
Go home hillbilly! I'm not a fan of Acura unless it's a NSX!!! So many better cars out there!
MaSTi is offline   Reply With Quote
Old 02-23-2013, 07:19 PM   #31
Jack
Add Lightness
Moderator
 
Member#: 13699
Join Date: Dec 2001
Chapter/Region: NESIC
Location: Hopkinton, MA
Vehicle:
2021 Building
It Better

Default

I'm probably not that far behind you chronologically so maybe have some of the same preferences....maybe not?

Do you require AWD?
Do you require a manual?
Would you consider buying new or CPO and plan on dumping the car as the warantee is ending?

If so, you could consider an A4/S4 or 3/5 series BMW. I'm thinking long and hard about the Audi, even though I know that they can be total pieces of money whores. They can be tracked and are exceptional driving cars (both of these). If you want to spend a bit more money, maybe a Porsche AWD 911. Luxury, power and handling all in one. Although I've driven them and always feel like they drive like and Audi.

I don't know what else to recommend.
Jack is offline   Reply With Quote
Old 02-23-2013, 11:01 PM   #32
BradX978
Scooby Newbie
 
Member#: 334143
Join Date: Oct 2012
Chapter/Region: NESIC
Location: Leominster
Vehicle:
2008 WRX
Vin Diesel.

Default

If you want to spend a bit more money, maybe a Porsche AWD 911. Luxury, power and handling all in one.

Best suggestion in this thread. +1
BradX978 is offline   Reply With Quote
Old 02-24-2013, 12:50 AM   #33
Down_Shift
Scooby Specialist
 
Member#: 115457
Join Date: May 2006
Chapter/Region: NESIC
Location: Beantown, MA
Vehicle:
66 Grown up subaru
AW on red

Default

Quote:
Originally Posted by MaSTi View Post
My list post Subaru scene has the following cars I want to check out once I get my normal income once again. I'm basically looking lux performance sedans....

1) C63
2) CTS-V
3) XF-R
4) IS-F

These are decent lux with performance in mind. Again nothing "super" fast, but will be fairly quick considering it's pulling WAY more weight than a WRX or STi!!!

Although I suggested a RS4/RS6 teh ONLY reason I wouldn't buy is because A) a good friend has a RS6 and B) AWD is not a need sice I'll have a DD in my Forester.

So the rest question is.. why would you buy a hella comfy luxury car and beat the **** out of your body driving a **** box forester as a daily? (compared to the 60ish grand comfy luxury touring car)
Down_Shift is offline   Reply With Quote
Old 02-24-2013, 12:54 AM   #34
Down_Shift
Scooby Specialist
 
Member#: 115457
Join Date: May 2006
Chapter/Region: NESIC
Location: Beantown, MA
Vehicle:
66 Grown up subaru
AW on red

Default

535XI

if you want more reliability and less performance

Infiniti M35X


I won't go the Audi S V8 route if I have to pay gas guzz tax.



you guys are suggesting NSX's and porsche 911's for seating 4 with hockey gear .. lol. brotatoes are putting up their dream cars and this guy is asking for something a few steps up from an accord that can be reliable year round and not as disposable as a subaru.
Down_Shift is offline   Reply With Quote
Old 02-24-2013, 09:20 AM   #35
MaSTi
Scooby Specialist
 
Member#: 41358
Join Date: Aug 2003
Chapter/Region: NESIC
Location: Winchendon, MA
Vehicle:
16 Golf R
Black

Default

Quote:
Originally Posted by Down_Shift View Post
So the rest question is.. why would you buy a hella comfy luxury car and beat the **** out of your body driving a **** box forester as a daily? (compared to the 60ish grand comfy luxury touring car)
Yeah let's see.... depreciate a 60k car with miles or a Forester. You right tough question. On top of that why add ~700 mile a week on a lux car?? Did you even read his post? He wants a lux car and will use his WRX as a beater. DUH!!!
MaSTi is offline   Reply With Quote
Old 02-24-2013, 04:24 PM   #36
Down_Shift
Scooby Specialist
 
Member#: 115457
Join Date: May 2006
Chapter/Region: NESIC
Location: Beantown, MA
Vehicle:
66 Grown up subaru
AW on red

Default

"Even if I keep my Wrx as a second car"
Doesn't sound like he WILL keep it as a beater. Especially if he's comparing his next ride to his past DDs

The funny idea of buying a 60k and hoping it doesn't depreciate is funny. All the cars you listed depreciate insanely fast as is. If you are trying to avoid depreciation on a 60k car you really shouldn't be purchasing it. Driving as much as you do. I'd hope you put the 60k to use instead of bearing it all in a beater. Not to mention payin full coverage on a car and not driving it would suck (who pays cash for a 60k car). Just being realistic and practical. iMo

My attitude would be different if it was a Elise or something more impractical.
Down_Shift is offline   Reply With Quote
Old 02-24-2013, 05:26 PM   #37
Ysidro
Scooby Specialist
 
Member#: 197418
Join Date: Dec 2008
Chapter/Region: NESIC
Location: New England
Vehicle:
07 WRX Ltd
The Mighty Evo;Fun CRZ

Default

Cant go wrong with the Infiniti G. But after owning a WRX and Evo, I cant seem to part away with the awd and boost yet. They are just too fun.
Ysidro is offline   Reply With Quote
Old 02-24-2013, 07:49 PM   #38
MaSTi
Scooby Specialist
 
Member#: 41358
Join Date: Aug 2003
Chapter/Region: NESIC
Location: Winchendon, MA
Vehicle:
16 Golf R
Black

Default

Quote:
Originally Posted by Down_Shift View Post
"Even if I keep my Wrx as a second car"
Doesn't sound like he WILL keep it as a beater. Especially if he's comparing his next ride to his past DDs

The funny idea of buying a 60k and hoping it doesn't depreciate is funny. All the cars you listed depreciate insanely fast as is. If you are trying to avoid depreciation on a 60k car you really shouldn't be purchasing it. Driving as much as you do. I'd hope you put the 60k to use instead of bearing it all in a beater. Not to mention payin full coverage on a car and not driving it would suck (who pays cash for a 60k car). Just being realistic and practical. iMo

My attitude would be different if it was a Elise or something more impractical.
LOL Yeah no one pays cash any more for a car(except big boys). And why not pay full coverage? Last thing I want is your dumb ass rear ending me in my 60k car.

When you grow up as the OP. Perhaps you will consider my post as a legit response. Until then I'll just assume we are all boy racers.

Last edited by MaSTi; 02-24-2013 at 08:00 PM.
MaSTi is offline   Reply With Quote
Old 02-24-2013, 09:15 PM   #39
Garandman
Scooby Specialist
 
Member#: 101117
Join Date: Nov 2005
Chapter/Region: NESIC
Location: Dorchester MA / Sunapee NH
Vehicle:
2005 Outback 3.0R
Red

Default

Quote:
Originally Posted by 06trackguy View Post
Audi s4 or even a low mileage rs4 will take care of all of your needs plus put a big smile on your face!!
Quote:
Originally Posted by MaSTi View Post
+1 RS4/RS6 would be on my list of "fun" for New England when price is irrelevant.
Three friends have owned them. Astonishing problems - I think if I planned to buy one they'd stage an intervention. One bought a Mini S, on an Acura TL, one an Acura MDX.

Quote:
Originally Posted by Down_Shift View Post
/My attitude would be different if it was a Elise or something more impractical.
I'm 6'2 and have a long torso. Tried to fit in an Exige at Skip Barber and I couldn't even get into it.

For some reason most of the cars mentioned leave me cold. Maybe I'll just ride my motorcycles more this summer. The only cars I have much interest in are a few Mustangs, a few Corvettes (may be a tight fit), or maybe a 911. The Mustang is the only one with much practicality - in summer.

A BMW 5 series wagon has some appeal.

Last edited by Garandman; 02-24-2013 at 09:25 PM.
Garandman is offline   Reply With Quote
Old 02-24-2013, 09:35 PM   #40
XplicitRacingDesign
Scooby Specialist
 
Member#: 242434
Join Date: Mar 2010
Chapter/Region: NESIC
Location: Tewksbury, MA
Vehicle:
2004 WRX STi
Blue/Charcoal Grey 2 tone

Default

Quote:
Originally Posted by Garandman View Post

Three friends have owned them. Astonishing problems - I think if I planned to buy one they'd stage an intervention. One bought a Mini S, on an Acura TL, one an Acura MDX.

I'm 6'2 and have a long torso. Tried to fit in an Exige at Skip Barber and I couldn't even get into it.

For some reason most of the cars mentioned leave me cold. Maybe I'll just ride my motorcycles more this summer. The only cars I have much interest in are a few Mustangs, a few Corvettes (may be a tight fit), or maybe a 911. The Mustang is the only one with much practicality - in summer.

A BMW 5 series wagon has some appeal.
A friend of mine is 6'4" and has owned many Vettes. You might be alright.
XplicitRacingDesign is offline   Reply With Quote
Old 02-24-2013, 10:42 PM   #41
MaSTi
Scooby Specialist
 
Member#: 41358
Join Date: Aug 2003
Chapter/Region: NESIC
Location: Winchendon, MA
Vehicle:
16 Golf R
Black

Default

All depends on needs/wants.... GT500 is best bang for buck. I'd rather a GRT or Noble for the price. LOLOLOLOL..... I do love Suby's but I'm done with them. My next car is in your realm. AS I SUGGESTED. PS I MUST BE OLD!!!!!!!!
MaSTi is offline   Reply With Quote
Old 02-24-2013, 11:01 PM   #42
Garandman
Scooby Specialist
 
Member#: 101117
Join Date: Nov 2005
Chapter/Region: NESIC
Location: Dorchester MA / Sunapee NH
Vehicle:
2005 Outback 3.0R
Red

Default

Quote:
Originally Posted by XplicitRacingDesign View Post
A friend of mine is 6'4" and has owned many Vettes. You might be alright.
Does he play hockey? I play 4 times a week (2X in summer), and sometimes I have to bring my son and a friend to games.

...This is why I'll wind up keeping the WRX...
Garandman is offline   Reply With Quote
Old 02-24-2013, 11:09 PM   #43
Jack
Add Lightness
Moderator
 
Member#: 13699
Join Date: Dec 2001
Chapter/Region: NESIC
Location: Hopkinton, MA
Vehicle:
2021 Building
It Better

Default

Quote:
Originally Posted by Garandman View Post
Does he play hockey? I play 4 times a week (2X in summer), and sometimes I have to bring my son and a friend to games.

...This is why I'll wind up keeping the WRX...
A valid reason why a Vette would not work. An Elise/Exige ARE difficult to get into and out of. You sort of have to......ok.....you have to fall into them. Once inside, they are quite roomy. I bought mine from Snowphun and I believe he's 6' 3" and fit fine. I'm only 5' 9" and drive with the seat all the way forward.


Anyways..... good luck with the search.
Jack is offline   Reply With Quote
Old 02-28-2013, 11:12 AM   #44
RobE
Scooby Specialist
 
Member#: 114550
Join Date: May 2006
Chapter/Region: NESIC
Default

Tesla Model S.
RobE is offline   Reply With Quote
Old 02-28-2013, 11:20 AM   #45
XplicitRacingDesign
Scooby Specialist
 
Member#: 242434
Join Date: Mar 2010
Chapter/Region: NESIC
Location: Tewksbury, MA
Vehicle:
2004 WRX STi
Blue/Charcoal Grey 2 tone

Default

Quote:
Originally Posted by Garandman View Post
Does he play hockey? I play 4 times a week (2X in summer), and sometimes I have to bring my son and a friend to games.

...This is why I'll wind up keeping the WRX...
Storage space is limited, I was more so pointing out that height wise you would prob be good. Although, the trunk/hatch area in newer vettes isn't that small, people fit golf bags and clubs in them, so i assume a hockey bag should fit. It would work if it was just you, but not if there will be multiple people going.
XplicitRacingDesign is offline   Reply With Quote
Old 02-28-2013, 11:21 AM   #46
vision.dynamix
Scooby Guru
 
Member#: 139955
Join Date: Feb 2007
Chapter/Region: NESIC
Location: Boston
Vehicle:
2015 Subaru STI
17Forester / 18Crosstrek

Default

Quote:
Originally Posted by RobE View Post
Tesla Model S.
Just dont try to drive from DC to Boston with it.
vision.dynamix is offline   Reply With Quote
Old 02-28-2013, 11:27 AM   #47
RobE
Scooby Specialist
 
Member#: 114550
Join Date: May 2006
Chapter/Region: NESIC
Default

Quote:
Originally Posted by vision.dynamix View Post

Just dont try to drive from DC to Boston with it.
Why would he? His WRX could more than handle that drive.
RobE is offline   Reply With Quote
Old 02-28-2013, 11:29 AM   #48
vision.dynamix
Scooby Guru
 
Member#: 139955
Join Date: Feb 2007
Chapter/Region: NESIC
Location: Boston
Vehicle:
2015 Subaru STI
17Forester / 18Crosstrek

Default

(It was a joke)
vision.dynamix is offline   Reply With Quote
Old 02-28-2013, 11:31 AM   #49
BradX978
Scooby Newbie
 
Member#: 334143
Join Date: Oct 2012
Chapter/Region: NESIC
Location: Leominster
Vehicle:
2008 WRX
Vin Diesel.

Default

The Porsche SUV (name escapes me ATM) could be good for your travel and comfort needs. Although gas mileage idk.
BradX978 is offline   Reply With Quote
Old 02-28-2013, 11:34 AM   #50
vision.dynamix
Scooby Guru
 
Member#: 139955
Join Date: Feb 2007
Chapter/Region: NESIC
Location: Boston
Vehicle:
2015 Subaru STI
17Forester / 18Crosstrek

Default

Cayenne. Gas mileage is pretty terrible. We paid for one to drive down and back up the west coast.
vision.dynamix is offline   Reply With Quote
Reply

Thread Tools
Display Modes

Posting Rules
You may not post new threads
You may not post replies
You may not post attachments
You may not edit your posts

BB code is On
Smilies are On
[IMG] code is On
HTML code is Off
Forum Jump

All times are GMT -4. The time now is 10:05 PM.


Powered by vBulletin® Version 3.7.0
Copyright ©2000 - 2024, Jelsoft Enterprises Ltd.
Powered by Searchlight © 2024 Axivo Inc.
Copyright ©1999 - 2019, North American Subaru Impreza Owners Club, Inc.

As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases.

When you click on links to various merchants on this site and make a purchase, this can result in this site earning a commission
Affiliate programs and affiliations include, but are not limited to, the eBay Partner Network.