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      02-15-2014, 11:49 AM   #1
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What next after the e89...

So after 5 years of ownership i think it's time to change car, used e89 are popping up left and right (since you can get an 09 very cheap) and im really leaning towards the new Jag F-type and also really really like the new s5 with the turbo 3 liter v6, i know, totally different cars.... Any thoughts?
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S5 is getting replaced next year. F-type R coupe will most likely be my next car if I stay in the 2 seater sports car section, if not I will go to the RS6.
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The Jaguar is too loud (cop motioned me to keep it down during my test drive...) and too unpractical on a roadtrip for two. But a very nice ace nevertheless!

If my lease is up before the new Z4 is out, I may just go for a used one to tie me over...

How about the new Corvette?
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I test drove the f-type. The navigation was too low, poor assembly with large sloppy panel gaps. And to match the options to my Z came out to almost 80+ with an insane monthly payment. To get the f type at a decent price was a long wait special order.

I would recommend the new vette. Best bang for the buck, or a used Porsche.
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Wait for news of the new Z4?

I almost traded in for a C63 507 coupe.

Wait for the new C63 coupe??

It's a hard decision. I am leaning towards the F-Type coupe. But as some say the build quality and reliability may not be up to your standard.
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      02-18-2014, 12:11 PM   #6
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Your other car is 997.2 still? I was going to suggest a Porsche but you have that covered already.

Are you looking for a "lifestyle" car, a "track rat" or ???

For "lifestyle" car, I think a vert is awesome, so F type over S5. For track rat, I'm sure you know this already, but NEITHER!
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      02-18-2014, 12:32 PM   #7
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The S5 is actually supercharged, not turbocharged. Less upgrading possibilities, and the sunroof is just a pop-up, not a power slide (unless you are going convertible). Gorgeous car though, considered it before my z4. Depending what you're looking for, the rs5 is quite a bit faster (but pricey for a V8 upgrade).
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      02-18-2014, 12:36 PM   #8
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Could also wait for the M4. Hope it lives up to all the hype.
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      02-21-2014, 09:12 AM   #9
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I will keep mine. There are no more Naturally aspirated Inline-6 engines out there anymore, which is a shame.

And for the looks, in the price range of the E89 there is not a single competitor at all.

Teach me wrong
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      02-21-2014, 10:21 AM   #10
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You can still get a Porsche that's NA. But true, it'll cost you more and won't look as good
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I saw one of them when I was looking to upgrade the Z4. Sat in it and immediately got out. It's a step down from the Z4. The quality of the interior is on par with the A-Class which is what it is based on. For a Benz the doors are light and feel cheap when you close them. Unlike the C-class which is far superior in terms of ride quality and solidity. The sound of a BMW straight 6 is intoxicating and you'll need to step up to the next AMG V8 to top it.
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I saw one of them when I was looking to upgrade the Z4. Sat in it and immediately got out. It's a step down from the Z4. The quality of the interior is on par with the A-Class which is what it is based on. For a Benz the doors are light and feel cheap when you close them. Unlike the C-class which is far superior in terms of ride quality and solidity. The sound of a BMW straight 6 is intoxicating and you'll need to step up to the next AMG V8 to top it.
THat the CLA is a most definite step down from a Z4.
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THat the CLA is a most definite step down from a Z4.
Even from a driving dynamics standpoint?
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      02-23-2014, 03:12 AM   #16
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      02-24-2014, 12:36 PM   #17
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So after 5 years of ownership i think it's time to change car, used e89 are popping up left and right (since you can get an 09 very cheap) and im really leaning towards the new Jag F-type and also really really like the new s5 with the turbo 3 liter v6, i know, totally different cars.... Any thoughts?
+1 for the new Corvette C7! I've only had my '09 Z4 sDrive30i for about two years now, but if I had to pick a next car that wasn't a downgrade in looks or performance and for a reasonable price I'd look at the C7.

Chevrolet Corvette C7 Stingray vs Porsche 911, Audi R8 and Jaguar F-type



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Judging by all reviews the Ftype is quite a car (albeit with a horribly impractical boot on a roadster). But definately would take that over the S5 etc unless you want 4 seats.
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Judging by all reviews the Ftype is quite a car (albeit with a horribly impractical boot on a roadster). But definately would take that over the S5 etc unless you want 4 seats.
Would never buy an F-type vert, only the coupe.
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Would never buy an F-type vert, only the coupe.
agree, the coupe all the way.
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I would highly recommend a 981 cayman or the C7. Both make the e89 feel very numb.
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      11-28-2014, 09:04 AM   #22
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So after 5 years of ownership i think it's time to change car, used e89 are popping up left and right (since you can get an 09 very cheap) and im really leaning towards the new Jag F-type and also really really like the new s5 with the turbo 3 liter v6, i know, totally different cars.... Any thoughts?
Wondering what you ended up doing? I am almost in the same boat now...
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