I’d have to say this is one of the prettiest American cars I’ve seen in a while. I would gladly take this over a Cayman. What do you think of the new design? For you folks who don’t know what this is, it’s a 2012 Chevrolet Corvette Centennial Edition Z06. Read more.
Fahad took me for a test drive in his 2008 BMW 335i coupe, and it was a blast. It’s got a very comfortable ride, and can take turns surprisingly well. The engine is very responsive, sending instant torque to the wheels at even low RPMs. It’s a nimble car, and you wouldn’t expect it to go that fast. It’s the perfect balance between a civilized sedan and sports car. For everyday driving, it feels like it has the best of both worlds.
The only bummer about BMWs is that there are literally hundreds of them in this part of town (Tysons Corner). It seems that everyone, including their mom, drives a BMW 3 series. While the vehicle is desirable, it doesn’t feel exclusive. Even Fahad said he wants a M3 now.
Nonetheless, the engine of the 335i is a masterpiece. So if you see a mom driving down the road with one, she might win a drag race at the stop light.
Ps. Thanks Fahad for the drive! I’ll buy your car if you’re selling it later in the year. 🙂
(left: Cayman S, right: Boxster)
I had the chance to test drive a 2006 Cayman S and a 2008 Boxster Limited Edition recently, and what I can say is that they’re phenomenal. While they may not be the fastest cars in the Porsche lineup, they are very capable and affordable.
What I can say is, I love the color of the Boxster Limited edition (2.7 liter engine). While the tangerine orange may be as loud as a taxi, it really has a tasteful appearance. The ride is tight, and feels like the car is on rails. The one thing I’d mention is that it lacks a little power. It has a nice pull, but it doesn’t make you go “wow”.
On the other hand, I test drove a Cayman S (3.4 liter engine), and it’s got plenty of power. While most people will claim that it’s still weaker in comparison to a 911, I think 295hp is plenty for this sports car. Any additional power really can’t be used on the street without getting into some trouble.
Regardless of whether you like a Cayman or a Boxster, I can say… get the S model. More HP makes a Porsche feel and sound better. Also, a lot of people say that the Cayman is a new model… but it really isn’t. It’s exactly like the Boxster except it’s got a roof.
Between the two, I’d lean towards the Cayman S.
How often do you guys see super cars? I probably see one once a week around here.
The Cygnet is a luxury city car by Aston Martin… it’s branded as “Elegant, distinctive, and practical”. However, “urban mobility” has seen better days. This is by far one of the most ugly cars I’ve ever seen. Really, do we want to see James Bond drive this around? Okay, maybe you could add some machine guns, oil slicks, and high tech gadgets, but it’s still just a terrible design.
Here is the Cygnet.
This is the Aston Martin Vantage… now this is what I think of when someone says “Aston Martin”. This is a proper luxury sports car.
As I grow older, I find myself liking Porsche more. While there are plenty of cars that can go faster from 0-60, there are not that many cars that just look this sexy. Aside from the beautiful lines, the performance, there’s just a mystique about it.
But when is the right time to have your dream car? There’s just something appealing about driving around a fun car when you’re younger. My aunt summed it up in one word–it’s “distinguishing”. o_O What do you think of the Porsche Cayman S?