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Car decisions: Go for hardcore performance - or is the luxury and style worth the extra $$ ?
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Car decisions: Go for hardcore performance - or is the luxury and style worth the extra $$ ?
From Kevin on April 17, 2008
I'm checking out these 2 cars for my next car in ?? (2-3 years). Do I go for pure hardcore performance (Lotus - I'm actually looking at the 2008 Lotus Elise SC - the supercharged, 220hp version of this car), or do I go for the added style, much higher trim and fit of the Audi for the extra $$... The articles refer to the Lotus Elise SC as the first "GREEN" supercar, since it has 4.x-second 0-60 and 1.0g roadhandling - but all while also having an average 25mpg epa! Let's keep this between me and you for now - Angela doesn't need to know ;)
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Herman voted for the 2008 Audi R8 2dr Cpe Man quattro *Ltd Avail* on April 17, 2008
The R8 looks sweet!
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Anonymous voted for the 2008 Audi R8 2dr Cpe Man quattro *Ltd Avail* on April 17, 2008
what about the new 3.2 TT Turbo? Or have you had it with the TT?
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Anonymous voted for the 2008 Audi R8 2dr Cpe Man quattro *Ltd Avail* on April 17, 2008
The R8 is cool.
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Anonymous voted for the 2008 Audi R8 2dr Cpe Man quattro *Ltd Avail* on April 17, 2008
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Stergios on April 17, 2008
Kevin, I think the R8 is the one for you. The Elise definitely wins the argument of hp/weight ratio, but it's styling always strikes me as odd bug looking go-cart when I see it drive down the road. The R8 is an instant classic, the looks are awesome, the appeal undeniable, and your wife will love to be seen in the R8. I think about stepping out of the Elise as a similar experience from dismounting a moped. Now, when you step out of the R8 you can do so proudly and with a knowing confidence that you are here to play with the big boys and their toys! Plus, you can take it on a longer drive and be more comfortable with the extra head and leg room.
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Stergios voted for the 2008 Audi R8 2dr Cpe Man quattro *Ltd Avail* on April 17, 2008
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HPX on April 17, 2008
Did you get a raise? You're definitely buying dinner next time.
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Anonymous voted for the 2007 Lotus Elise 2dr Convertible on April 18, 2008
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Anonymous on April 18, 2008
Toyota Yaris, hands down.
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john doe 99 voted for the 2008 Audi R8 2dr Cpe Man quattro *Ltd Avail* on April 20, 2008
R8 is the closest thing to the bat mobile
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Anonymous voted for the 2008 Audi R8 2dr Cpe Man quattro *Ltd Avail* on April 21, 2008
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Anonymous on April 21, 2008
If your looking to move up there are a lot more options than a few years ago. Have you considered a Nissan GTR? They go for about 81000 cdn, 90000 ac..hahah. A little quicker than the R8 and just as sporty. I like the odd looking lotus's European style, but for proven endurance the R8.
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Anonymous voted for the 2007 Lotus Elise 2dr Convertible on April 24, 2008
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Anonymous voted for the 2007 Lotus Elise 2dr Convertible on April 25, 2008
Go for hardcore performance! If you want luxury and style, buy a RR
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Anonymous voted for the 2008 Audi R8 2dr Cpe Man quattro *Ltd Avail* on December 19, 2008
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Anonymous voted for the 2007 Lotus Elise 2dr Convertible on December 27, 2008
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Anonymous voted for the 2008 Audi R8 2dr Cpe Man quattro *Ltd Avail* 5 days ago