Selling my M4, what car next?

[Super Spartan]

Due to financial reasons, I am unfortunately going to sell my current 2018 M4 Competition Convertible and use part of the money to close my wife's X5 2017's car loan so we are debt free.

I will have around 30K Cash to spare after closing here loan.


I wanna use that money to get a car that will hold me off for a year or two before I make my next big purchase so here are some of the cars that I've been looking for that are in my budget and want your opinions on the

1) 2016 Golf R with 50,000kms on the clock



I love the looks of the Golf R and how small and nimble it is. I test drove one and while it can take corners at pretty high speeds, when I floored it, it didn't give me that much excitement. I mean it's not bad I can probably live with it but just saying, nothing special.

2) 2015 Dodge Charger R/T V8 - Dodge Certified with 50,000 kms on the clock



Now that's around 3K cheaper than the above Golf R and is Dodge Certified so buying it from Dodge Pre-owned directly with 12 months warranty. It has more power than the Golf R but I'm sure it's much heavier and probably not as nimble as the Golf R but I'm assuming it would be more fun accelerating from 0-60 due to its V8?

3) Toyota 86

I can get a brand new one with my budget. I love its looks but what is scaring me from getting it is that I would heavily disappointed with its power as it only has 205 BHP. It looks amazing and the fact that it's new means I don't have to worry about maintenance as it comes with 4 year free service but I'm not sure

4) 2015 Porsche Boxster GTS with 50,000 kms on the clock





this is owned by my friend actually, he wants to sell it to get a bigger car. It has a full service history but the warranty is going to expire in May 2018 but is extendable

I like it, it has a good factory exhaust since it's the GTS. He's selling it for $43,000 USD but what scares me is the maintenance costs down the road although I think the car looks awesome

This is the one I like most though, it's a yellow 2915 Cayman GTS with 46,000KMS on the clock. I love it because of the color, He's asking for 47K for this



2013 Chevrolet Corvette Grand Sport with 83,000 KMS on the clock for USD $38K



I'd love to get your feedback

[paliknight]

Never mind didn't realize you're in UAE. stupid app doesn't display locations.

[CanesM4]

If you're thinking of getting a grand sport, why not a Z06? I've had several of them and they are monsters. In my opinion, better than any other car on your list

[Rampant]

Boxster.
No question.

[uniqueMR]

Financial reasons, then VW Golf R.
After 1-2 years, when you are all good, shoot for stars. Buy what you want to buy then

[csbear]

There is a reason you like the Cayman GTS the most, because it is the obvious choice and it's not even close.

The 981 GTS may not have the brutal acceleration of the M4, but it is one of the best pure sports cars Porsche has ever made. Last NA 6 mid engine in the best chassis Porsche has (except for the GT4). And that Racing Yellow example also looks better than the other cars you have pointed out.

[nicknaz]

For used sports cars, buying from a trusted friend is the best idea in my opinion

You'll know the service history, how it was treated, if it has any weird issues, etc

So Boxster GTS is the clear choice for me

[KevinM]

Given your current needs, I'd take the Golf-R.

[UGADawgFan]

Why not an E9X M3??

[F80Moe]

Golf R due to financial reasons

Fun little car that does its job perfectly

What about a brand new MK7.5 GTI? Maybe priced similar to that used Golf R ?

[Super Spartan]

Originally Posted by UGADawgFan

Why not an E9X M3??

Because the used ones here are all 100K and above miles and the maintenance issues

[Super Spartan]

Originally Posted by F80Moe

Golf R due to financial reasons

Fun little car that does its job perfectly

What about a brand new MK7.5 GTI? Maybe priced similar to that used Golf R ?

If it’s a VW I’m only interested in the R not the GTI. The R barely cuts it for the power so I can’t even imagine settling g for a GTI with approximately 70 BHP less

[Super Spartan]

On a side note, my M4 buyer looked very serious, he came with his wife and I let them both test drive the car and they loved it. Then he tells me that she just lost her job and I’m thinking, how the hell does he wanna buy my expensive car and she just lost her job. Then he tells me 2 days later that he’s not buying it because of his situation so I got played well to give a long ass test drive, never again.

[RickFLM4]

Since financial-based decision, Golf R. I don't think I'd step into any Porsche if thinking about finances unless you are a Porsche tech and plan to DIY maintenance.

[Super Spartan]

Originally Posted by RickFLM4

Since financial-based decision, Golf R. I don't think I'd step into any Porsche if thinking about finances unless you are a Porsche tech and plan to DIY maintenance.

Right, thanks a lot for making this easier guys. I know any maintenance on the Porsche would drill a big hole in my pocket

[///M4ster Yoda]

I agree with others Snappy. Go with the Golf R. Porsche maintenance scares me also.

If I had to "downgrade" it would be to the VW. It's a fun car with some practicality.

[nicknaz]

Is a golf r really that much cheaper to maintain than other German cars? I've always gone Japanese or American to get such a savings

[Fuller]

I'd probably use the opportunity to change things up a little, like choosing a car with a naturally aspirated v8 instead of another turbo charged engine. Of the cars you listed the vette would be my choice for v8 power.

[Super Spartan]

Originally Posted by Fuller

I'd probably use the opportunity to change things up a little, like choosing a car with a naturally aspirated v8 instead of another turbo charged engine. Of the cars you listed the vette would be my choice for v8 power.

That's what I was thinking too. Yesterday I test drove a 2016 Yellow Audi S3, it looks very nice with that yellow color. The interior is nice and the virtual cockpit is really nice. The power was ok but nothing to talk home about.




Dodge has a pre-approved Challenger SRT8 2016 model that I'm going to check out tomorrow,



I miss the immediate power of the naturally aspirated engines. One of the most fun cars I've owned before was a 2005 Holden Monaro GTS which pinned me back to my seat the moment I hit the gas pedal. I miss that feeling

I'm also going to check this 2015 Camaro ZL1:

[jc05e46m3]

Originally Posted by Snappy Phoenix

That's what I was thinking too. Yesterday I test drove a 2016 Yellow Audi S3, it looks very nice with that yellow color. The interior is nice and the virtual cockpit is really nice. The power was ok but nothing to talk home about.

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Dodge has a pre-approved Challenger SRT8 2016 model that I'm going to check out tomorrow,

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I miss the immediate power of the naturally aspirated engines. One of the most fun cars I've owned before was a 2005 Holden Monaro GTS which pinned me back to my seat the moment I hit the gas pedal. I miss that feeling

I'm also going to check this 2015 Camaro ZL1:

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We recently sold my wife's S3. It was a sweet little ride. We had APR Stage 2 on it and some other cosmetic mods, but we had no issues and imo, it looks and feels a lot nicer than the golf R. Many new s3s can be found at a heavy discount. PM me and I can get you added to a FB group specifically for the S3/RS3.

I personally wouldn't go with either of those American options.

Either way, best of luck!

[Super Spartan]

Originally Posted by jc05e46m3

We recently sold my wife's S3. It was a sweet little ride. We had APR Stage 2 on it and some other cosmetic mods, but we had no issues and imo, it looks and feels a lot nicer than the golf R. Many new s3s can be found at a heavy discount. PM me and I can get you added to a FB group specifically for the S3/RS3.

I personally wouldn't go with either of those American options.

Either way, best of luck!

Yes I really like the S3 and more so because I want a yellow car and you know that German interior quality of the Audi.

Can you tell me more about you wife's car, like why did you sell it, what did you think of the power, handling, and stock exhaust? I did hear some burbles while I was test driving it.

I am probably not going to get the Golf R as much as I like it because the ones here in Dubai are all driven above 70,000 KMS but that S3 I found has only done 20,000 KMS and is selling for just a few grand over a used Golf R

[jc05e46m3]

Originally Posted by Snappy Phoenix

Yes I really like the S3 and more so because I want a yellow car and you know that German interior quality of the Audi.

Can you tell me more about you wife's car, like why did you sell it, what did you think of the power, handling, and stock exhaust? I did hear some burbles while I was test driving it.

I am probably not going to get the Golf R as much as I like it because the ones here in Dubai are all driven above 70,000 KMS but that S3 I found has only done 20,000 KMS and is selling for just a few grand over a used Golf R

We sold it only to get her a Grand Cherokee Trailhawk (mom car). I have an RS7 and am selling that for an X5M.

We had the APR Stage 2, which includes tune, DP, and a full intake. I also added an upgraded turbo inlet and a catch can. If I lived in the UAE, I'd spring for the intercooler as well. APR is definitely not the most cost effective and easiest to remove, but there are other options now, like the JB4. Our power levels were around 400bhp/420tq, which is fun on that little car and AWD.

The exhaust doesn't sound bad on the little 4 banger, and the DP and intake really helps open us the sound. It has a valved stock exhaust so it docile when wanted, and more aggressive in dynamic. Nothing to write home about overall, but it is sporty. There's actually a "pops and bangs" tune that APR offers now as a free option on their tunes.

Handling wise - steering was great. Some underwater like a traditional Audi, but very sporty. The power and awd make it feel like a luxurious go kart - tons of fun