XK is no longer the only 2 door offering R version!
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"When I cross $100k for a sportscar I want it to have as "non-standard" proportions as possible - read "wide and low".
I agree with you Evoking on this one. If I had a $100k I'd buy a used Lamborghini Gallardo, Maserati GranTurismo or similar Ferrari.
I'm just hoping the F-type takes a big depreciation dump like other Jaguar models have, in a few years so, that I might pick one up for $30-$40k
Same with the new 2014 Vette. That should be a used car bargain in a few years.
I agree with you Evoking on this one. If I had a $100k I'd buy a used Lamborghini Gallardo, Maserati GranTurismo or similar Ferrari.
I'm just hoping the F-type takes a big depreciation dump like other Jaguar models have, in a few years so, that I might pick one up for $30-$40k
Same with the new 2014 Vette. That should be a used car bargain in a few years.
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Just an interesting point here. Coming from the Ferrari world as a passing comment going into a Lambo or Mas or Ferrari you need to look at normal maintenance costs. A 15K or 30K service will get you between $7-$15 K (timing belt change requires engine removal) so if you are in that tax bracket then no problem but if you are in a lower bracket it takes a bite out of your income. Just sayin .
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I do quite like the look of the coupe. Having driven the vert, I would agree with comments that it's tight dimensions prevent you from bringing more than a weekend bag on a road trip. Fun drive though, and the coupe should help with storage space somewhat. The lack of real performance gain over the XK further limits it's appeal though. Of course there are those who do not want the extra space and want a tight, sleek package and this car delivers in spades. Imagine the look on any Porsche driver, suddenly ignored when you pull up in it... priceless.
In the end though, the current XK will stand the test of time better from an overall design perspective and will be regarded as a true classic in some 10 or more years. Especially after it is indignantly porked out as they are suggesting, and it's now perfect dimensions ruined. My slightly biased 2 cents, of course.
In the end though, the current XK will stand the test of time better from an overall design perspective and will be regarded as a true classic in some 10 or more years. Especially after it is indignantly porked out as they are suggesting, and it's now perfect dimensions ruined. My slightly biased 2 cents, of course.
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