Fast, fun car - good mileage? Any advice? - The Orange Mane

cmhargrove · 02-07-2013, 02:54 PM

Ok, so I am getting ready to have my youngest child driving in a couple months. Our tradition is that we hand down our older cars to the kids and upgrade. My wife says it's time for me to "get a fast car" as I pass down my 2002 GMC Yukon XL (family boat) to my son.

So, any recommendations?

If possible, I would also like something with the best city mileage I can get. So, fast.... Yet as easy as possible on the gas... Can I do both

I have always been a Mustang fan, so I started looking at the new v6 convertibles, and talked with someone locally about adding a supercharger. So, good gas mileage when I don't hammer down (better than the GT), but fun when I do.

I thought I would ask for suggestions. Any advice?

MagicHef · 02-07-2013, 03:19 PM

I have a 2001 MR2 with a turbo added. Ridiculously fast and handles better than anything else I've ever driven. It only has 2 seats and absolutely no cargo room, though.

I can get close to 40 mpg if I drive responsibly. Somehow that never happens, though, so it's more like 30-35 mpg.

Paladin · 02-07-2013, 03:25 PM

Tesla

CEH · 02-07-2013, 03:59 PM

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Originally Posted by Paladin

Tesla

They have a tesla store inside park meadows mall
Strange to see a car store inside the mall

MagicHef · 02-07-2013, 04:12 PM

Whoa, I just realized that my car is 12 years old. You're probably looking for something newer.

broncosteven · 02-07-2013, 04:20 PM

I really want to buy another 3 series BMW. They have the new 4 cylinder with a Turbo that is supposed to be really good on mileage. They also offer it in a 6 with Turbo. If you don't get navigation and every upgrade package they do make sense. Mine is on 112,000 miles. I want to see how many miles I can get out of it. I still love the thing and would buy another in a heart beat.

Tombstone RJ · 02-07-2013, 04:31 PM

how fast you wanna go is based on how much you wanna spend. How much do you wanna spend?

Ironlung · 02-07-2013, 04:32 PM

If you like mustangs & superchargers check out a 03-04 Cobra (Terminator). I absolutely love mine. Ive never been in a car thats more fun....gas mileage? Not so great but ive never heard of a 500 hp car getting good gas mileage.

gyldenlove · 02-07-2013, 04:33 PM

Hmm, the M3 is the best selling true performance car in the world and a great ride - but you get what you pay for.

The Caddy CTS-V is a really solid drive as well, it has a corvette V8 or just the CTS with the 3.6 V6 - I am not sure if they do a V6 version with blow, but I am sure you could put a turbo on it.

Swedish Extrovert · 02-07-2013, 04:40 PM

They're planning on introducing a new version of the Tesla at less than 60k.... might be worth looking into. I'm not sure if it's been rolled out yet. I took a class on venture capital as an undergrad and I did a profile on Elon Musk. The man is a genius.

hades · 02-07-2013, 04:43 PM

I've heard some really good things about the 6 cylinder Mustang and a turbo, instead of a super charger. Can't go wrong with either tho!

I had an 01 GT with twin turbos, and my MPG was the same when I didn't have lead foot syndrome, compared to when it was stock.

BroncosfanGuy · 02-07-2013, 04:46 PM

Subaru Impreza WRX
boxer engine, turbo, smooth ride, decent mileage, AWD, affordable, it's a Subaru so as long as you maintain it, it'll probably last a long while.

Check out the STI model

gyldenlove · 02-07-2013, 04:49 PM

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Originally Posted by BroncosfanGuy

Subaru Impreza WRX
boxer engine, turbo, smooth ride, decent mileage, AWD, affordable, it's a Subaru so as long as you maintain it, it'll probably last a long while.

Check out the STI model

There are few things thirstier than a 2 L 4 cylinder engine with a huge turbo that is being caned - but when you don't put the hammer down it is good on gas.

BroncosfanGuy · 02-07-2013, 04:54 PM

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Originally Posted by gyldenlove

There are few things thirstier than a 2 L 4 cylinder engine with a huge turbo that is being caned - but when you don't put the hammer down it is good on gas.

yeah, I was taking the city driving thing into consideration when I was talking about the gas mileage. Definitely don't want to be flooring it and turboing all the time otherwise it'll drain your gas fo sho. But as far as finding the median between a good city car & a quick ride on the interstate, I think it's a good car

Tombstone RJ · 02-07-2013, 04:59 PM

Subaru has come out with a little RWD only sports car, a little pocket rocket so to speak. They are also building it for Scion and rebaging it as a Scion but it's got the same boxer engine and is RWD. Toyota is investing in Subaru hence this new project/relationship.

Ironlung · 02-07-2013, 05:17 PM

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Originally Posted by Tombstone RJ

Subaru has come out with a little RWD only sports car, a little pocket rocket so to speak. They are also building it for Scion and rebaging it as a Scion but it's got the same boxer engine and is RWD. Toyota is investing in Subaru hence this new project/relationship.

My neighbor just got one of these. It looks sweet but only 190hp. It's just begging for turbos.

Tombstone RJ · 02-07-2013, 05:21 PM

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Originally Posted by Ironlung

My neighbor just got one of these. It looks sweet but only 190hp. It's just begging for turbos.

yah but how light is it? I think that is one reason Subaru didn't go with the AWD, weight savings. You don't need a lot of horsepower if you got a lighter car.

I'm sure it's not blindingly fast...

Tim · 02-07-2013, 05:31 PM

I commute to work in a 335i BMW, and that fits your criteria. Maybe not the most economical or quickest but it will hold its own vs others listed in this thread without a goofy looking wing on the back.

Cito Pelon · 02-07-2013, 05:43 PM

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Originally Posted by BroncosfanGuy

Subaru Impreza WRX
boxer engine, turbo, smooth ride, decent mileage, AWD, affordable, it's a Subaru so as long as you maintain it, it'll probably last a long while.

Check out the STI model

That's probably the best bang for the buck vehicle on the road, IMO. I see a lot of them, drove a couple of them, very nice vehicle. Not a "status" vehicle, though.

Dude in the OP may want a status fast and fun vehicle, and that would be the BMW or the Lexus. The 3 series, the 5 series from BMW or the Lexus IS or GS series. Those are the premium vehicles for fast and fun - with luxury.

Ironlung · 02-07-2013, 05:45 PM

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Originally Posted by Tombstone RJ

yah but how light is it? I think that is one reason Subaru didn't go with the AWD, weight savings. You don't need a lot of horsepower if you got a lighter car.

I'm sure it's not blindingly fast...

2762lbs. Weighs more than i would've guessed. I like the looks of these cars alot. They certainly look fast.

broncosteven · 02-07-2013, 05:50 PM

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Originally Posted by Tim

I commute to work in a 335i BMW, and that fits your criteria. Maybe not the most economical or quickest but it will hold its own vs others listed in this thread without a goofy looking wing on the back.

See! I told you guys.

Nothing like a 3 series.

ak1971 · 02-07-2013, 05:50 PM

Audi S6

broncosteven · 02-07-2013, 05:51 PM

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Originally Posted by ak1971

Audi S6

Figured you as a Mini Cooper guy for some reason.

chadta · 02-07-2013, 05:52 PM

my buddy has one of these, its awesome

http://www.mercedes-amg.com/s63.php?lang=eng

630 horse V12 family sedan, paddle shifter, fun fun car to drive

Ironlung · 02-07-2013, 05:53 PM

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Originally Posted by Tim

I commute to work in a 335i BMW, and that fits your criteria. Maybe not the most economical or quickest but it will hold its own vs others listed in this thread without a goofy looking wing on the back.

I don't think it could hold its own against the sti, cts-v, or cobra.

02-07-2013, 02:54 PM	#1
cmhargrove Is this thing on??? Travis Henry's love child... Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: Tulsa, OK Posts: 6,407 Adopt-a-Bronco: Peyton Hillis	Fast, fun car - good mileage? Any advice? Ok, so I am getting ready to have my youngest child driving in a couple months. Our tradition is that we hand down our older cars to the kids and upgrade. My wife says it's time for me to "get a fast car" as I pass down my 2002 GMC Yukon XL (family boat) to my son. So, any recommendations? If possible, I would also like something with the best city mileage I can get. So, fast.... Yet as easy as possible on the gas... Can I do both I have always been a Mustang fan, so I started looking at the new v6 convertibles, and talked with someone locally about adding a supercharger. So, good gas mileage when I don't hammer down (better than the GT), but fun when I do. I thought I would ask for suggestions. Any advice?

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02-07-2013, 03:19 PM	#2
MagicHef Ring of Famer New to the Forum Join Date: Nov 2006 Posts: 1,430 Adopt-a-Bronco: None	I have a 2001 MR2 with a turbo added. Ridiculously fast and handles better than anything else I've ever driven. It only has 2 seats and absolutely no cargo room, though. I can get close to 40 mpg if I drive responsibly. Somehow that never happens, though, so it's more like 30-35 mpg.

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Paladin Ring of Famer Join Date: Sep 2004 Posts: 9,150	Tesla

02-07-2013, 04:12 PM	#5
MagicHef Ring of Famer New to the Forum Join Date: Nov 2006 Posts: 1,430 Adopt-a-Bronco: None	Whoa, I just realized that my car is 12 years old. You're probably looking for something newer.

02-07-2013, 04:20 PM	#6
broncosteven The Kranz Dictum MWA: Flight Director Join Date: Jun 2005 Location: Tranquility Base Posts: 29,028 Adopt-a-Bronco: MONEYBALL #38	I really want to buy another 3 series BMW. They have the new 4 cylinder with a Turbo that is supposed to be really good on mileage. They also offer it in a 6 with Turbo. If you don't get navigation and every upgrade package they do make sense. Mine is on 112,000 miles. I want to see how many miles I can get out of it. I still love the thing and would buy another in a heart beat.

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Tombstone RJ Ring of Famer Old School Join Date: Sep 2002 Location: In the Tetons! Posts: 19,285 Adopt-a-Bronco: WorrellWilliams	how fast you wanna go is based on how much you wanna spend. How much do you wanna spend?

02-07-2013, 04:32 PM	#8
Ironlung Terminator Snake Bitten Join Date: Jul 2004 Posts: 891	If you like mustangs & superchargers check out a 03-04 Cobra (Terminator). I absolutely love mine. Ive never been in a car thats more fun....gas mileage? Not so great but ive never heard of a 500 hp car getting good gas mileage.

02-07-2013, 04:33 PM	#9
gyldenlove Ring of Famer Join Date: Mar 2006 Location: London, ON Posts: 10,026 Adopt-a-Bronco: Spencer Larsen	Hmm, the M3 is the best selling true performance car in the world and a great ride - but you get what you pay for. The Caddy CTS-V is a really solid drive as well, it has a corvette V8 or just the CTS with the 3.6 V6 - I am not sure if they do a V6 version with blow, but I am sure you could put a turbo on it.

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Swedish Extrovert President of the Universe Formerly known as mightysmurf Join Date: Apr 2002 Location: Highlands Ranch Posts: 14,947 Adopt-a-Bronco: Joel Dreesen	They're planning on introducing a new version of the Tesla at less than 60k.... might be worth looking into. I'm not sure if it's been rolled out yet. I took a class on venture capital as an undergrad and I did a profile on Elon Musk. The man is a genius.

02-07-2013, 04:43 PM	#11
hades Dallas biggest Bronco fan Join Date: Oct 2005 Location: They've done studies you know.... 60% of the time, it works every time Posts: 1,805	I've heard some really good things about the 6 cylinder Mustang and a turbo, instead of a super charger. Can't go wrong with either tho! I had an 01 GT with twin turbos, and my MPG was the same when I didn't have lead foot syndrome, compared to when it was stock.

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BroncosfanGuy Just Drafted Big Fan Join Date: Dec 2012 Posts: 339 Adopt-a-Bronco: Chris Harris	Subaru Impreza WRX boxer engine, turbo, smooth ride, decent mileage, AWD, affordable, it's a Subaru so as long as you maintain it, it'll probably last a long while. Check out the STI model

02-07-2013, 04:59 PM	#15
Tombstone RJ Ring of Famer Old School Join Date: Sep 2002 Location: In the Tetons! Posts: 19,285 Adopt-a-Bronco: WorrellWilliams	Subaru has come out with a little RWD only sports car, a little pocket rocket so to speak. They are also building it for Scion and rebaging it as a Scion but it's got the same boxer engine and is RWD. Toyota is investing in Subaru hence this new project/relationship.

02-07-2013, 05:31 PM	#18
Tim First round bye Join Date: Apr 2010 Posts: 1,069 Adopt-a-Bronco: DRC	I commute to work in a 335i BMW, and that fits your criteria. Maybe not the most economical or quickest but it will hold its own vs others listed in this thread without a goofy looking wing on the back.

02-07-2013, 05:50 PM	#22
ak1971 uhhhh Join Date: Oct 2003 Posts: 5,536	Audi S6

02-07-2013, 05:52 PM	#24
chadta Atomic Meatball Keeper Join Date: Aug 2004 Location: Hamilton, Ontario Posts: 2,837 Adopt-a-Bronco: The Mc Rib	my buddy has one of these, its awesome http://www.mercedes-amg.com/s63.php?lang=eng 630 horse V12 family sedan, paddle shifter, fun fun car to drive