So I don't post here as much as I'd like to anymore, graduating and getting a job will do that I suppose, but, like my buddy Lebron James, I've got a big decision to make: For the longest time I wanted an E92 M3, but then I moved on to a 997 GT3 as my object of desire. Until recently. I happened to see a few very tasteful 993s atPetit Le Mans, including a well-known (and well-executed) speed yellow RS clone. Right here, right now I really want a 993 (base C2).

What I'm really looking for is a car that feels special in all situations and has the potential/likelihood to be a classic in the future. I have a very short commute (~2.5 miles round trip), which worries me about daily driving a 993. I'm open to other cars, too (E46 M3, RS4, Elise, etc.). A few caveats: This would be my only car, although I'm single and 22 so practicality and ride comfort are not really important to me; manual only; fairly reliable; won't depreciate excessively.

I know I've rambled and written this poorly, but I hope the good responses will flow my way despite this. Thanks.

 

the E92 M3 is a great DD,does not require a lot of maintenance and at 22,it actually should feel special at anytime anyway

get it!

the last NA V8 in an //M car!
And it`s the M3 - small car,big engine=win

 

Your "buddy Lebron James"? Way to name drop with absolutely no relevance to the topic!

Anyway......993 C2 is the only one on that list that already is a classic. Most of the others probably will never make it there.

 

it was an analogy....C'mon Doc...need me to get you another Starbucks? LOL

 

Well, how the fack am I supposed to know that? He very well may know LJ.

I prefer CB&TL. Skim milk, 3 Splenda. Thanks, Chris!

 

lmao!!

No problemo brother, I gotchya! I'm in need of some starsluts too.

 

I like the car, but I think it's too big and heavy to be a true sports car. On the plus side, I think values will probably fall once we see the F30 on the road (not to mention the F3X M3).

Check the thread title for the Lebron reference

I think the E92 M3 might become a classic if the NA V8 is remembered fondly; I think the 997 GT3 will be a classic given the provenance of the engine and the overall driving experience. However, values appear to have firmed up and I would probably be stretching myself a bit to pick one up right now, and I'm impatient.

 

E92 classic? Not anyday of the week. The E46 is more of a classic and that car started another cultural/enthusiast revolution.

E92? not so much.

 

He's Asian. Asians don't joke.

 

LOL no but he'll cut out your heart and place it right in front of you to admire as you take your last breath!