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      02-17-2017, 08:47 AM   #22
Alfisti
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Drives: 2008 Saab 9-3 Combi
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Originally Posted by Vidgamer View Post

When I shopped for cars, the fastest ones were mid-5s. Camaros (the interior space was a tad too tight), Audi A3 and GTI. GTI was best bang-for-the-buck although a deal on a Camaro could even be better. So, I could have gotten something somewhat faster (but still not with a 125+ trap speed). What do you suppose I should have bought and at what price? I decided to look used and try to save further. Now I could easily get into a BMW. Seemed like a good idea.
IMHO you made the right call. It's a big engine so makes the power easily, better than stressing a 2T. The bit of height means you can run some actual sidewall to aid, yes aid, handling and comfort, it's win/win. Also means you don't worry about concrete sleepers in car parks or scraping kerbs.
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