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I really don't like it, the front wheel arch look funny.

Couldn't they have just made it on a fiero or something? Why ruin an 8c??

A true coach builder would have started from the bottom like Drake, Foose and the other guys who compete for the Ridler.

Find Finn said:

A true coach builder would have started from the bottom like Drake, Foose and the other guys who compete for the Ridler.

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Exactly! a real "Builder" would start by making a chassis, and using suspension/driveline components from other cars to build a "made to measure" car.
and the styling looks like the illegitimate lovechild of a ferarri Enzo, and a 63' stingray. built by alfa.

not sure if it's a win looks wise, but still, they only went half way.

You have to watch the Top Gear to see what they said about the car. I will sort of rehash:

1. Looking at the 20s and 30s, coach builders started with a rolling car and built the body around it.
2. This is a Alfa 8C with a Maserati v8
3. The rumored cost was 600,000 pounds but the coach builder would not say. Clarkson said a guy paid 1.5 million in Hong Kong where he can't even drive it because the steering wheel is on the wrong side.
4. Compared it more towards a work of art than a car.

As for the wheel arches...I am ok with the front but would like the rears to be round instead of squared. Still, $1.5 for an Alfa...no thanks.

Chrysler 300 S

Naomidaddy said:

Chrysler 300 S

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pics?



pocketsquareguy said:

What is the most fun and somewhat practical car for $40k?? I'd say it used to be the VW R32, spunky, nice interior and the handy hatchback.

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Not looking for a used car. Looking for new in this price range.



jbarwick said:

You have to watch the Top Gear to see what they said about the car.  I will sort of rehash:

1. Looking at the 20s and 30s, coach builders started with a rolling car and built the body around it.
2. This is a Alfa 8C with a Maserati v8
3. The rumored cost was 600,000 pounds but the coach builder would not say.  Clarkson said a guy paid 1.5 million in Singapore where he can't even drive it because the steering wheel is on the wrong side.
4. Compared it more towards a work of art than a car.

As for the wheel arches...I am ok with the front but would like the rears to be round instead of squared.  Still, $1.5 for an Alfa...no thanks.

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pocketsquareguy said:

Not looking for a used car. Looking for new in this price range.

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There's still the Golf R.

Not as sweet as the MkIV R32, but cooler than the MkV R32.

pocketsquareguy said:

Not looking for a used car. Looking for new in this price range.

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yup, sticking with Subaru Impreza STI as my tip. 5-Door hatch, AWD, high safety rating, nice interiors. great engineering, and fast as F#*k.
the difference is you will not be seen as a kid, or a poser , but as someone who just enjoys their car. and made a practical, fun choice.

take it or leave it. but standing firm with the choice. for what you asked. any chance you could test drive one? and tell us what you think?



pocketsquareguy said:

Not looking for a used car. Looking for new in this price range.

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Infiniti FX 37?

lotus elise



(yes, jk, I remember some video that was mocking car forum recommendations)

The STI is a solid choice, although the interiors aren't as nice as the VW (though its not like you are stepping into a Chevy).

My daily drive. Toyota engine and chassis with European badge. Very good gas milage and very easy to park.



Here is me looking like a tourist posing next to 007's car. Love the salesman's puzzled look.