Assume TVR isn't coming what would you get

[fizz]

Assume TVR isn't coming to the USA, what would you get?

[Brit_cars_rule]

US spec Lotus Elise......go-on.....u know u want too!

[fizz]

Actually, I would get the Elise--if I could fit into it--all 6 feet of me, and if I could use it most of the time--at least three seasons and in the rain.

[PiB]

US spec Lotus would be a serious contender. Building a Westfield xtr2 would be educational and extreme. At Tuscan prices building an Ultima GTR would be great. Looking at the various Ultima pages is fascinating. I worry the steering may be a bit heavy a slow speeds. Finding a good replica Cobra would be nice. (Superformance is one) The Mitsu Evo 7 is supposed to be here in chrismas. That'll be a great car. WRX STi should be arriving too. A Corvette Z06 is top notch for the track but incredibly ugly. I'd go with an Ultima right now.

[adios]

A ZO6 in 2-3 months. I think they're great looking.

[Englishman in LA]

I made that assumption this winter... and promptly went out and put the deposit down on the Elise.

Should TVR start taking deposits, I'll put one down for a tamora after all the good stuff I've heard about them on here.

Then I'll have to make a choice, cos I won't be able to keep both...

[fizz]

How tall are you?

[bermuda]

How about the M3? It has four seats, but has an awesome engine and looks the business.

The Carrera is overpriced for me.

[Englishman in LA]

Me? I'm 5'10". I sat in an elise at the LA motor show, and found it comfortable for me... I don't know about getting in and out as there was no roof on it at the time.

Steve

[bermuda]

Since I am not in LA, I need a car with a roof. I have heard that the Elise is an awesome driving experience, but I need a car for everyday use.

I am looking for something unique--hence the problem.
To me the Panoz is nothing more than a re-packaged Mustang Cobra for more than twice the money. I have thought about a used V12 DB7 coupe, but they are very hard to find and probably outside my budget.

I will probably go for the M3 in a couple of months. I wish TVR would give me reason for hope, but I just don't see them delivering the goods anytime in the next 2 years.

[thurl]

CAV GT40 if I'm not being practical. Maybe the Dare G4, too--Ford Zetec powered!

Practical says the 350Z or the M3.

Maybe the RX-8 if it performs better than it works.

[drd]

I would go for the Z06. Awesome performance for the dollar.

Still, I will try and wait a couple months more for the TVR.

[drd]

Faisal's Cerbie--Of Course!

[drd]

Actually, after much deliberation, I have changed my mind from the Z06 and want Faisal's Cerbie

[Botthom]

Wise DRD

[ikey]

Just went to the www.goginetta.com website and I think I would get a G4--I need to see more pictures of the purported removable hard top though...

[faisalkhan]

Good taste, guys! Whereabouts are you? If you're in ever in the San Francisco area, let me know and I will give you a ride in the Cerbie. It's currently getting the new-style headlights, but should be on the road within a week or two.
Rgds,
Faisal.

>> Edited by faisalkhan on Tuesday 21st May 00:19

[jpf]

I have thought about the RX-8, but the looks don't leave me too impressed.
The 350Z will be oversold with a wait list.
The ZO6 is for guys who have problems with their alter ego.
The Carrera? M3?
Oh, I'll just wait for my Tuscan!

[fish fried fred]

What about a Ginetta G4? Saw the piccies from the NEC show and have to say the G4 with Zetec motor sounds mighty appealing!

[airoom]

Aston Martin DB5 (new model), Porsche Carrera, Corvette, Viper.

Too bad about the F type Jaguar--that car had a lot of potential.

Still pulling for Blackpool, though...